3-point hitch dr® rapid-feed™ chipper safety & operating instructions
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1. E 14 Attaching the 3 POINT HITCH DR RAPID FEED CHIPPER ecrit tope ra enean 15 Calculating length of PTO Shaft needed pp 16 Modifying the PTO Shaft if reqgUired eee teste tee Mine nS Ds 17 Attaching the PTO Shaft to the Tractor and ChippPer 19 EE 21 OPERATING YOUR 3 POINT HITCH DR RAPID FEED 21 Starting TEE 21 Operation Notes sc eec ee iste ee tes poli A idee ie Pe 22 Processi Kleeder 22 To Press aie cms a utes 24 CHAPTER Disses N 25 MAINTAINING THE 3 POINT HITCH DR RAPID FEED 25 Regular Maintenance Check List ee 25 Grease FINDS nia MM 26 Removing Replacing and Adjusting the Drive Belt 27 Removing Replacing and Adjusting the Chipper Knife and Wear 29 VISUAL INSPECTION OF THE CHIPPER KNIFE BEFORE EACH 29 VISUAL INSPECTION OF THE CHIPPER KNIFE AND WEAR PLATE EVERY 8 10 HOURS 30 Removing and Replacing the Wear Plate 3 32 Checking and Adjusting the Knife to Wear Plate 2 22222 32 Chipper Knife Sharpening c 34 Wear Plate SharBenifga ET 35 End Of SEASON EE 36 CH2. Lower lifting Draft Arms Figure 11 Hitch Pin Figure 12 Upper pivot Draft Arm Tractor Hitch Pin Mounting Bracket Chipper Mounting Hole Figure 13 CONTACT US AT ww W DRpower com or CALL TOLL FREE 1 800 DR OWNER 15 BEES End of Chipper Chipper on the Ground End of Chipper PTO Shaft Chipper lifted off Ground until Shafts are level with each other Figure 15 End of Chipper PTO Shaft Chipper lifted all the way off the Ground Figure 16 Calculating length of PTO Shaft needed The PTO Shaft provided with your Chipper is 27 overall compressed length and will work for most applications without modifications Before you install the PTO Shaft it is good practice to run through the following dimension checks to calculate optimum PTO Shaft length to determine if modifications are needed Without the PTO Shaft installed use the table below to record the dimensions as outlined in the following steps SHAFT TO SHAFT MEASUREMENTS ON GROUND Inches SHAFTS LEVEL Inches FULLY RAISED Inches 1 Lower the Chipper all the way onto the ground in the operating position Measure from the end of the Tractor PTO Shaft to the end of the Chipper PTO Shaft and record this dimension in the ON GROUND row of the table above Figure 14 2 Raise the Chipper up until the Tractor PTO Shaft and Chipper PTO Shaft are parallel with each other Measure fr
3. CHAPTER 2 GENERAL SAFETY RULES e READ THIS SAFETY amp OPERATING MANUAL AND YOUR TRACTOR OWNERS MANUAL BEFORE YOU USE THE 3 POINT HITCH DR RAPID FEED CHIPPER BECOME FAMILIAR WITH THE OPERATION AND SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS TO ENSURE THE BEST PERFORMANCE FROM YOUR MACHINE e THOROUGHLY INSPECT THE AREA IN WHICH YOU WILL BE WORKING AND REMOVE ALL FOREIGN OBJECTS LOOK FOR ROPE WIRE ETC AND REMOVE THESE OBJECTS BEFORE CHIPPING INSERTING THESE OBJECTS INTO THE CHIPPER HOPPER COULD DAMAGE THE MACHINE AND OR CAUSE INJURY e THIS IS A HIGH POWERED MACHINE WITH MOVING PARTS OPERATING WITH HIGH ENERGY AT HIGH SPEEDS YOU MUST USE PROPER CLOTHING AND SAFETY GEAR WHEN OPERATING THIS MACHINE TO PREVENT OR MINIMIZE THE RISK OF SEVERE INJURY THIS MACHINE CAN CRUSH GRIND CUT AND SEVER PARTS OF YOUR BODY IF THEY ENTER THE INLET OR DISCHARGE AREA OF YOUR CHIPPER Labels Your 3 POINT HITCH DR RAPID FEED CHIPPER carries prominent labels as reminders for its proper and safe use Shown below are copies of all the safety and operation labels that appear on the equipment Take a moment to study them and make a note of their location on your 3 POINT HITCH DR RAPID FEED CHIPPER as you assemble and before you operate the unit Replace damaged or missing safety and operation labels immediately A DANGER Avoid death or serious injury Read and understand operator s manual before servicing or operating this machine 241801 CONT
4. AND SHUTTING DOWN THE TRACTOR OPERATE THIS MACHINE ON LEVEL SURFACE ONLY NEVER OPERATE YOUR UNIT ON A SLIPPERY WET MUDDY OR ICY SURFACE EXERCISE CAUTION TO AVOID SLIPPING OR FALLING e KEEP YOUR FACE AND BODY BACK FROM THE CHIPPER HOPPER TO AVOID ACCIDENTAL BOUNCE BACK OF ANY MATERIAL WHEN FEEDING MATERIAL INTO THE CHIPPER HOPPER BE EXTREMELY CAREFUL THAT PIECES OF METAL ROCKS OR OTHER FOREIGN OBJECTS ARE NOT INCLUDED PERSONAL INJURY OR DAMAGE TO THE MACHINE COULD RESULT WHENEVER YOU LEAVE THE OPERATING POSITION OR IF YOU HAVE TO REMOVE PROCESSED MATERIAL LEAVES OR DEBRIS FROM THE MACHINE ALWAYS DISENGAGE THE PTO SHUT DOWN THE TRACTOR ENGINE REMOVE THE KEY WAIT FOR ALL MOVING PARTS TO COME TO A COMPLETE STOP DISCONNECT THE PTO SHAFT FROM THE TRACTOR THEN WAIT 5 MINUTES BEFORE REMOVING PROCESSED MATERIAL LEAVES OR DEBRIS FROM THE MACHINE e IF THE CUTTING MECHANISM STRIKES A FOREIGN OBJECT OR IF YOUR MACHINE SHOULD START MAKING AN UNUSUAL NOISE OR VIBRATION IMMEDIATELY DISENGAGE THE PTO SHUT DOWN THE TRACTOR ENGINE REMOVE THE KEY WAIT FOR ALL MOVING PARTS TO COME TO A COMPLETE STOP DISCONNECT THE PTO SHAFT FROM THE TRACTOR THEN WAIT 5 MINUTES BEFORE INSPECTING FOR CLOGGING OR DAMAGE VIBRATION IS GENERALLY A WARNING OF TROUBLE CLEAN AND REPAIR AND OR REPLACE DAMAGED PARTS NEVER TAMPER WITH SAFETY DEVICES CHECK THEIR PROPER OPERATION REGULARLY e STAY ALERT FOR HIDDEN HAZARDS OR TRAFFIC NE
5. 8 Slide the two PTO Shaft Halves together NOTE When inserting one half of the PTO Shaft to the other you must line up the splines correctly two pointed splines and one flat spline See the following section to attach the PTO Shaft to the Tractor and Chipper Attaching the PTO Shaft to the Tractor and Chipper 1 Insert the Key into the 3 Point Hitch Drive Shaft of the Chipper Figure 23 2 Align the Key Slot of the PTO Shaft with the Key in the Shaft and slide it onto the Shaft PN NOTICE YOU MUST INSTALL THE 1 4 X 1 4 X 1 1 4 KEY SUPPLIED IN THE HARDWARE PACKAGE WHERE THE PTO SHAFT ATTACHES TO THE CHIPPER FAILURE TO DO SO WILL RESULT IN DAMAGE TO THE MACHINE AND IS NOT COVERED UNDER WARRANTY 3 Point Hitch Drive Shaft NOTE Do not allow the 3 Point Hitch Shaft to extend more than 1 4 into the U Joint This will allow proper Sus A Fi 23 clearance to prevent hitting the Grease Fitting TAS Spring Tractor PTO 3 Secure the PTO Shaft with the two Set Screws from Pin Spline the Hardware Package NOTE If you plan to leave the Chipper attached to the Tractor for extended periods apply thread lock to the Set Screws to help secure them in place 4 Pushin the PTO Shaft Spring Pin and slide the PTO Shaft onto the Tractor Spline Figure 24 5 Release the Spring Pin and continue sliding the PTO Shaft on until the Spring Pin Pops out and locks into the detent in the Tractor PTO Spline Figu
6. 154480 Nut Nylon Lock 3 8 16 23 143390 Washer Flat 1 4 03 242341 PTO Chipper 24 143400 Nut Nylon Lock 1 4 20 04 242351 Flywheel Weldment 25 111521 Bolt HCS 3 8 16 X 1 Gr 5 05 242361 Side plate Vent 26 248861 Bolt HCS 5 16 18 X 5 1 2 06 242371 Side plate Weldment Hopper 07 242381 Scroll Weldment Safety amp Information Labels 08 242391 Plate Wear 09 242501 Cover Access Fan A 10 242411 Tube Seroll 1 4 248811 Rotating Knife and TE iine Bearing 2 Bolt 1 1 4 248831 Label Warning Rotating Parts Inside 12 242431 Shim Shaft 1 1 4 025 Thick 13 242441 Shim Shaft 1 1 4 050 Thick 14 242451 Shim Shaft 1 1 4 075 Thick 15 242461 Shim Shaft 1 1 4 125 Thick 244121 Knife Kit 16 242471 Ring Retaining 1 1 4 197091 Gauge Knife Gap 17 242481 Bolt HCS 1 2 13 X 1 1 2 GR 5 18 242091 Nut Nylon Lock 1 2 13 19 242491 Bolt HCS 5 16 18 X 5 1 4 Gr 5 20 155121 Screw Self Tapping 10 32 X 3 8 Not Illustrated 44 3 POINT HITCH DR RAPID FEED CHIPPER ee Schematic Chipper Basic 061108 CONTACT US AT www DRpower com or CALL TOLL FREE 1 800 DR OWNER 45 Parts List Hopper Assembly NOTE Part numbers listed are available through DR Power Equipment Ref Parti Description Refit Parti Description 01 242511 Hopper Weldment Bottom 10 241621 Bolt Philips Head 5 16 18 X 02 242521 Hopper Weldment Left 1 2 GR 5 03 242531 Hoppe
7. HITCH DR RAPID FEED CHIPPER A waRNING A Set Tractor Throttle at IDLE before engaging PTO with Chipper attached Increase Tractor Throttle to the RUN RPM s Required to obtain 540 PTO speed before chipping Reduce Tractor Throttle to IDLE before disengaging PTO Failure to follow these instructions may cause serious injury to the operator and will cause damage to the machine which will not be covered under warranty 091 0458 227391 Z WARNING Rotating knife and flywheel can cause severe injury Do NOT start or operate machine without all guards in place Shut down tractor wait for PTO and all moving parts to come toa complete stop then disconnect PTO shaft from tractor before opening _ Reorder No 930 0022 248811 Rotating parts inside can cause severe injury Shut down tractor wait for PTO and all moving parts to come to a complete stop then disconnect PTO shaft from tractor before opening TPH 930 0024 248831 DANGER Entanglement Hazard Rotating drive shafts will cause serious injury or death Keep clothes skin hair hands etc away from drive shaft Shut down tractor wait for all moving parts to come to a complete stop disconnect PTO shaft before performing any inspection maintenance or repair to this machine TPH Reorder No 091 0445 248791 Avoid serious injury and machine damage Do NOT ope
8. SHAFT FROM THE TRACTOR THEN WAIT 5 MINUTES BEFORE PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE OR INSPECTION ON THE CHIPPER Flywheel amp Bearing Tools and Supplies needed a Flexible hose grease gun Lithium grease Clean cloth 5 32 Allen Wrench Thread Lock Flywheel Bearing 1 Remove the Belt Cover see Removing Replacing and Adjusting the Drive Belt in this Chapter 2 Wipe all dirt etc from the grease fittings with a clean cloth PQ NOTICE Rear Chipper Bearings under Belt Cover OVER LUBRICATION CAN DAMAGE THE BEARINGS Figure 28 3 Apply no more than three pumps of quality general purpose lithium grease with a hand pumped grease gun to each Bearing Grease Fitting Figure 28 two on either side of the Chipper Assembly and the two U Joint Grease Fittings Figure 29 4 Check the Bearing Set Screws for tightness If they are not tight then remove them apply Thread Lock to the threads then reinstall and tighten the Set Screws 5 Replace the Belt Guard Grease Fitting Figure 29 26 3 POINT HITCH DR RAPID FEED CHIPPER Removing Replacing and Adjusting the Drive Belt Washer and Tools Needed Flat Washer Tape Measure Two 1 2 Wrenches 7 16 Wrench Straightedge DISENGAGE PTO SHUT DOWN THE TRACTOR ENGINE ee REMOVE THE KEY WAIT FOR ALL MOVING PARTS ure 30 TO A COMPLETE STOP DISCONNECT THE PTO SHAFT FROM THE TRACTOR
9. THEN WAIT 5 MINUTES BEFORE PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE OR INSPECTION ON THE CHIPPER Bolt and Locknut Idler Pulley Removing the Belt 1 Remove the two Bolts and Locknuts from the bottom of the Belt Guard using two 1 2 Wrenches Figure 30 2 Remove three Bolts Lock Washers and Flat Washers from the top and sides of the Belt Guard one Spring 2 Figure 31 3 Remove the Belt Guard NOTE Before continuing with the next step check the measurements as described in Checking the Belt and Belt Tension Spring in the next section below to determine Belt and Spring condition 4 Loosen the outer two Nuts on the Tensioner Eye Bolt until the Belt can be easily removed Figure 31 Checking the Belt and Belt Tension Spring Belt Tension 1 Measure the distance from the inside of the Tension Spring Spring hooks as shown Figure 32 2 Ifthe distance between the Tension Spring hooks is Eye Bolt not 4 1 2 then the Eye Bolt must be adjusted until the measurement is 4 1 2 Loosen the two outside Nuts adjust the inner Nut and then retightening the Spring outer Nuts until the required dimension is obtained Mount Bracket Figure 32 CONTACT US AT ww W DRpower com or CALL TOLL FREE 1 800 DR OWNER 27 Straightedge On outside diameter of Flywheel Sheave Figure 33 Sheave Bushing die or Bushing Saw Slot Figure
10. WHEN USING THIS MACHINE ALWAYS WEAR PROTECTIVE GOGGLES OR SAFETY GLASSES WITH SIDE SHIELDS WHILE CHIPPING TO PROTECT YOUR EYES FROM POSSIBLE THROWN DEBRIS AVOID WEARING LOOSE CLOTHING OR JEWELRY WHICH CAN CATCH ON MOVING PARTS OR THE MATERIAL FED INTO THE CHIPPER HOPPER WE RECOMMEND WEARING GLOVES WHILE CHIPPING BE SURE YOUR GLOVES FIT PROPERLY AND DO NOT HAVE LOOSE CUFFS OR DRAWSTRINGS WEAR SHOES WITH NON SLIP TREADS WHEN USING YOUR CHIPPER IF YOU HAVE SAFETY SHOES WE RECOMMEND WEARING THEM DO NOT USE THE MACHINE WHILE BAREFOOT OR WEARING OPEN SANDALS WEAR LONG PANTS WHILE OPERATING THE 3 POINT HITCH DR RAPID FEED CHIPPER USE EAR PROTECTORS OR EAR PLUGS RATED FOR AT LEAST 20 DBA TO PROTECT YOUR HEARING NEVER ALLOW PEOPLE WHO ARE UNFAMILIAR WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS TO USE THE CHIPPER ALLOW ONLY RESPONSIBLE INDIVIDUALS WHO ARE FAMILIAR WITH THESE RULES OF SAFE OPERATION TO USE YOUR MACHINE NEVER PLACE YOUR HANDS FEET OR ANY PART OF YOUR BODY IN THE CHIPPER HOPPER DISCHARGE OPENING OR NEAR OR UNDER ANY MOVING PART WHILE THE MACHINE IS RUNNING KEEP AREA OF DISCHARGE CLEAR OF PEOPLE ANIMALS BUILDINGS GLASS OR ANYTHING ELSE THAT WILL OBSTRUCT CLEAR DISCHARGE CAUSE INJURY OR DAMAGE WIND CAN ALSO CHANGE DISCHARGE DIRECTION SO BE AWARE IF IT BECOMES NECESSARY TO PUSH MATERIAL INTO THE CHIPPER HOPPER USE A SMALL DIAMETER STICK NOT YOUR HANDS KEEP BYSTANDERS 100 FEET AWAY FROM YOUR WORK AREA AT ALL TIMES WOOD CHIP
11. and Wear Plate is too great adjust the Gap E 2 See Chapter 5 hammers my hands gt Check PTO RPMs PTO at 540 RPM when chipping Chipper Knife is The gap between the Knife and the Wear Plate is set incorrectly adjust hitting the Wear the Knife to Wear Plate Gap See Chapter 5 Plate PTO turns but the Loose Drive Belt Replace Belt See Chapter 5 flywheel doesn t Remove any built up debris from the Chipper Hopper Inlet and rotate Discharge Chute 38 3 POINT HITCH DR RAPID FEED CHIPPER CHAPTER 7 CHIPPER ACCESSORI ES DISENGAGE PTO SHUT DOWN THE TRACTOR ENGINE REMOVE THE KEY WAIT FOR ALL MOVING PARTS TO COME TO A COMPLETE STOP DISCONNECT THE PTO SHAFT FROM THE TRACTOR THEN WAIT 5 MINUTES BEFORE PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE OR INSPECTION ON THE CHIPPER Extended Top Discharge Chute The Extended Top Discharge Chute enables you to better control the direction of the discharged chips and allows you to direct them into a trailer or truck bed for transport Tools Needed Low Discharge 9 Two 1 2 Wrenches Chut Bolts and T N Locknuts INSTALLATION K 1 Remove the two Bolts and Locknuts from the Low Discharge Assembly with two 1 2 wrenches Figure 47 2 Remove the Low Discharge Chute from the Chipper Figure 47 3 Position the Extended Top Discharge Chute onto the Extended Chipper with the Locking pin on the outside side Top furthest away from the h
12. holes 28 3 POINT HITCH DR RAPID FEED CHIPPER f Move the Sheave Bushing in or out on the Flywheel Shaft as needed to take up the difference that you measured for the gaps between the Straightedge and Belt NOTE Prior to retightening the Bushing Retaining Bolts The untightened Sheave will need to be approximately 1 8 past the original straightedge to allow for compression of the Bushing during the tightening process g Slowly tighten the Bushing Retaining Bolts evenly and alternately 1 4 to 1 2 turn starting with the Bolt farthest from the Bushing Saw Slot h Recheck the alignment after tightening the Bolts and then retighten the Sheave Bushing Bolt NOTE Make sure that the Belt or Sheave is not hitting the Hopper NOTE The belt on your DR 3 POINT HITCH CHIPPER is tensioned with a spring loaded idler arm and pulley that is set at the factory As the Belt stretches from use the Belt tension may need to be adjusted 5 Reinstall the Belt Guard onto the Chipper Removing Replacing and Adjusting the Chipper Knife and Wear Plate Inspecting the Chipper Knife and Wear Plate Routine inspection of the Chipper Knife and Wear Plate will ensure that your 3 Point Hitch DR Rapid Feed Chipper is operating at full efficiency see Regular Maintenance Checklist at the beginning of this Chapter Operating with a worn or damaged Chipper Knife or Wear Plate will cause extreme stress and vibration to the machine and make chipping
13. 1 Specifications MECHANICAL SPECIFICATIONS Tractor Horsepower Category 1 65 HP Max Drive Tractor PTO PTO Speed 540 RPM PTO Shaft Extension Sheave 14 3 Groove 3V Chipping Capacity 4 1 2 Rotor Speed 2 071 RPM Rotor Pulley 3 65 DIA 3 Groove 3V Number of Chipper Knives 1 Chipper Knife Size 6 1 4 X2 X 3 8 Chipper Knife Material Heat Treated Tool Steel Adjustable Knife Wear Plate Yes Chipper Flywheel 16 1 2 DIA 3 4 THK Flywheel Weight 55 LBS Chipper Housing Material 7 GA Steel Hopper Material 14 GA Steel Belt 3V 3 Groove X 60 Belt Adjustment Spring Loaded Idler Pulley Hopper Opening at Top 22 1 2 X 29 Chipper Weight w PTO Shaft 295 155 SHIPPING SPECIFICATIONS Shipping Dimensions 54 Lx 46 W x 46 H Shipping Weight 382 Ibs Serial Number A Serial Number is used to identify your machine The number is located on the Serial Number Label on your machine For your convenience and ready reference enter the Serial Number in the space provided on the front cover of this manual Order Number An Order Number is used to check and maintain your order history The number is located on the upper left portion of your packing slip For your convenience and ready reference enter the Order Number in the space provided on the front cover of this manual 2 3 POINT HITCH DR RAPID FEED CHIPPER
14. 3 POINT HITCH DR RAPID FEED CHIPPER SAFETY amp OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Serial No Order No P DANGER READ AND UNDERSTAND THIS MANUAL AND ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE OPERATING OR SERVICING THIS 3 POINT HITCH DR RAPID FEED CHIPPER Congratulations on your purchase of a new 3 POINT HITCH DR RAPID FEED CHIPPER We have done our utmost to ensure that your 3 POINT HITCH DR RAPID FEED CHIPPER will be one of the most trouble free and satisfying pieces of equipment you have ever owned Please let us know of any questions you may have We want to answer them as quickly as possible When you do call please have your order number handy For technical assistance please contact us at www DRpower com or call Toll Free 1 800 DR OWNER 376 9637 and one of our Technical Support Representatives will be happy to help you We also hope to hear from you on how much you like your new helper In addition please tell your friends about your new 3 POINT HITCH DR RAPID FEED CHIPPER Having DR Owners spread the word about our products and our way of doing business is the best advertising we can have and the best way to help us provide even better service in the years to come Thanks once again forall of us at DR Power Equipment M Fore Sales Manager COPYRIGHT 2008 Country Home Products Inc All rights reserved 22 Ka lt lt DR Power Equipment A division of Country Home Products 75 Meigs Road
15. 34 Installing and Adjusting the Belt PQ NOTICE USE ONLY DR BELTS ON YOUR MACHINE THE BELTS HAVE BEEN THOROUGHLY TESTED AND PROVEN FOR MANY HOURS OF USE 1 Install the new Belt onto the Sheaves and Idler Pulley 2 Adjust and tighten the Eye Bolt Nuts so the Tension Spring measures 4 1 2 between hooks as described on the previous page 3 Check the alignment of the Belt Sheaves by placing a Straightedge across the PTO Sheave front face and resting the other end on the outside diameter of the Flywheel Sheave Figure 33 4 Check the gap from the Straightedge to the Belt near the Flywheel Sheave and near the PTO Sheave If the gap is the same then no adjustment is needed If the gap is not the same then adjustment is necessary correct the alignment as follows a Loosen the Sheave Bushing Bolt with a 7 16 Wrench Figure 34 NOTE Place a block of wood into the PTO Sheave Spokes to help hold the belt to loosening the Sheave Bolts b Remove the three Bushing Retaining Bolts using a 7 16 Wrench c Reinstall the three Bolts in the unused Threaded Holes adjacent to the three Bushing Retaining Bolt holes d Slowly tighten the Bolts evenly and alternately 1 4 to 1 2 turn starting with the Bolt farthest from the Bushing Saw Slot this acts as a Hub puller until the Bushing releases from the Flywheel Shaft e When the Sheave is loose remove the three Bolts and reinsert them into the original Retaining Bolt
16. ACT US AT www DRpower com or CALL TOLL FREE 1 800 DR OWNER 3 A DANGER Rotating knife and flywheel can cause death or severe injury Do NOT place hands body parts or other objects in or near the discharge chute while machine is running and parts are moving Do NOT start or operate machine without discharge chute in place Do NOT try to clear clogs while machine is running and parts are moving Shut down engine wait for all moving parts to come to a complete stop remove spark plug wire then wait 5 minutes before opening Reorder No 930 0011 241811 Rotating parts inside can cause severe injury Do NOT start or operate machine without all guards in place Improper use can cause machine damage Keep hands body parts and loose clothing clear of this area while machine is running and parts are moving Shut down tractor wait for PTO and all moving parts to come to a complete stop then disconnect PTO shaft from tractor before opening Reorder No 930 0023 248821 Z WARNING High speed discharge and debris can cause severe injury Stand clear of the discharge chute while machine is running and parts are moving Keep bystanders children and pets 100 ft from machine while in use Always wear approved safety glasses when using this machine Be aware of your surroundings wind can cause the discharge and debris to change direction Reorder No 930 0010 241831 3 POINT
17. APTER 6 Eege 37 GBS CON 37 BK KT 37 CONTACT US AT www DRpower com or CALL TOLL FREE 1 800 DR OWNER iii CH CHAPTER 39 GEHIPPER ACCESSORIES 2n cts setters tte EE EE 39 Extended Top Discharge here 39 CHAPTER tette D 42 PARTS LIST AND SCHEMATIC 42 Parts List 3 POINT HITCH DR RAPID FEED 42 Schematic 3 POINT HITCH DR RAPID FEED CHIPPER estar tete YE 43 Parts List CID Per Bas Be eae toed 44 Schematic Eet Basic uunc er nthe Cascade sina ee 45 Parts List e 46 Schematic Hopper Assembly sce seen p 47 Parts List Extended Top Discharge Chute pp 48 Schematic Extended Top Discharge Chute pp 49 DC 50 Daily Checklist for the 3 POINT HITCH DR RAPID FEED 52 iv 3 POINT HITCH DR RAPID FEED CHIPPER CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCING THE 3 POINT HITCH DR RAPID FEED CHIPPER This manual will help you set up and safely operate your new 3 POINT HITCH DR RAPID FEED CHIPPER Careful adherence to the safety and operating instructions in this manua
18. Double check that all three Locknuts on the Allen Screws are tight Reinstall the two Access Covers Replace the Belt Guard Check and if needed adjust the gap between the Knife and Wear Plate See Checking and Adjusting the Knife to Wear Plate Gap in this Chapter Removing and Replacing the Wear Plate Tools Needed e 7 16 Wrench 1 Remove the Hopper See Inspecting the Chipper Knife and Wear Plate in this Chapter 2 Remove the three Locknuts and Carriage Bolts that attach the Wear Plate to the Chipper Assembly with a 7 16 wrench and then remove the Wear Plate Figure 40 3 Install the new Wear Plate and secure with the three Carriage Bolts and Locknuts NOTE The Gap between the Knife and Wear Plate must be adjusted whenever the Wear Plate is removed See the following instructions Checking and Adjusting the Knife to Wear Plate Gap When you replace the Knife you must check and set the clearance between the Knife and Wear Plate Set this clearance or gap to 1 16 by using the Gap Tool that is supplied with the Chipper and with a new Knife kit If the gap between the Wear Plate and the Knife is not set correctly you will have excessive vibration when chipping and the Knife will seem to be dull The Wear Plate should have a square edge and be free of dents or gouges The Wear Plate can be hand sharpened see steps below Be careful not to overheat it during the sharpening process This will change the characterist
19. E OR INSPECTION ON THE CHIPPER Regular Maintenance Check List NOTE Consider that the service intervals shown are the maximum under normal operating conditions Increase frequencies under extremely dirty or dusty conditions See the Owners Manual that came with the Tractor and with the PTO Shaft for Specific Tractor and PTO Shaft maintenance Before Every 8 10 Every 18 20 Every 40 Procedure Each Use Hours Hours Hours Check General Equipment Condition A Check that the Flywheel turns freely with a long A stick only Visually inspect Knife for damage A Check Knife and Wear Plate for Sharpness Check Knife and Wear Plate Attachment Screws Check Flywheel Bearing Collar Set Screws Check Knife to Wear Plate Gap Lubricate Flywheel Bearings Lubricate PTO Shaft Grease Fittings Lubricate PTO Sheave Bearings gt gt gt gt gt gt gt gt Check Belt Tension and Condition 1 time 1 hour Lubricate PTO Shaft Spline ends and center overlap A Inspect or replace Drive Belt A CONTACT US AT www DRpower com or CALL TOLL FREE 1 800 DR OWNER 25 Grease Fittings Your RAPID FEED CHIPPER was greased at the Factory The operator needs to periodically lubricate the four Bearings of the Chipper Assembly and the PTO Shaft DISENGAGE PTO SHUT DOWN THE TRACTOR ENGINE REMOVE THE KEY WAIT FOR ALL MOVING PARTS TO COME TO A COMPLETE STOP DISCONNECT THE PTO
20. ER IS RAISED HIGH ENOUGH TO CLEAR ALL OBSTACLES DURING TRANSPORTATION NEVER TRANSPORT THE MACHINE FOR LONG DISTANCES NEVER ALLOW ANYONE TO RIDE ON THE DR 3 POINT HITCH CHIPPER NEVER TRANSPORT ANYTHING ON THE MACHINE NEVER TRANSPORT THE DR 3 POINT HITCH CHIPPER WITH THE PTO ENGAGED OBEY LOCAL STATE AND FEDERAL REGULATIONS WHEN TRANSPORTING THE MACHINE ON PUBLIC ROADS AND HIGHWAYS ALLOW FOR ADDED LENGTH IN DRIVING SITUATIONS E G WHEN TURNING PARKING AND CROSSING INTERSECTIONS ADJUST YOUR TRANSPORTATION SPEED FOR TERRAIN AND CONDITIONS USE CAUTION WHEN BACKING OR TURNING BE AWARE OF THE LARGE TURNING RADIUS REQUIRED WITH THE 3 POINT HITCH DR RAPID FEED CHIPPER ATTACHED TO YOUR TRACTOR CONTACT US AT www GA deet com or CALL TOLL FREE 1 800 DR OWNER 9 Additional Information and Potential Changes DR Power Equipment reserves the right to discontinue change and improve its products at any time without notice or obligation to the purchaser The descriptions and specifications contained in this manual were in effect at printing Equipment described within this manual may be optional Some illustrations may not be applicable to your machine 10 3 POINT HITCH DR RAPID FEED CHIPPER CHAPTER 3 SETTING UP YOUR 3 POINT HITCH DR RAPID FEED CHIPPER This chapter outlines unpacking and a few simple steps you will need to follow to set up your new machine before you use it It may be helpful to familiarize yo
21. FEED CHIPPER Daily Checklist for the 3 POINT HITCH DR RAPID FEED CHIPPER To help maintain your 3 POINT HITCH DR RAPID FEED CHIPPER for optimum performance we recommend you follow this checklist each time you use your Chipper DISENGAGE PTO SHUT DOWN THE TRACTOR ENGINE REMOVE THE KEY WAIT FOR ALL MOVING PARTS TO COME TO A COMPLETE STOP DISCONNECT THE PTO SHAFT FROM THE TRACTOR THEN WAIT 5 MINUTES BEFORE PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE OR INSPECTION ON THE CHIPPER BELT Check the Belt for wear proper alignment and tension KNIFE and WEAR PLATE Check the Knife and Wear Plate for tightness nicks and wear GENERAL CONDITION Check the general condition of the machine e g nuts bolts welds etc HOPPER Check that there is no material left in the hopper before starting the Chipper 599 2 gt e DR Power Equipment 75 MEIGS ROAD P O BOX 25 VERGENNES VERMONT 05491 1 800 DR OWNER 376 9637 www DRpower com 2008 CHP Inc 248851
22. G THE MACHINE Divorce USE COMMON SENSE WHEN USING THE MACHINE LEARN TO RECOGNIZE THE CHANGE IN SOUNDS WHEN OVERLOADED DISENGAGE PTO AND TURN OFF THE TRACTOR ENGINE IMMEDIATELY IF THE MACHINE BECOMES JAMMED TO PREVENT DAMAGE TO THE DRIVE SYSTEM e Your DR RAPID FEED CHIPPER can process dry or green wood up to 4 5 in diameter e The Chipper will self feed the wood once it contacts the knife edge so forcing the branches into the Hopper is not necessary if the knife is sharp 9 Green wood will process quicker and easier than dry wood e Softwood processes easier than hardwood 9 Your operator experience will teach you how different types of wood will chip and how fast you can process them e When chipping branches sometimes a tail will develop at the end of a branch To avoid this rotate the branch while feeding it into the Chipper Hopper e Rotating the branch as you feed it into the machine will improve chipping performance e Use caution with small diameter green saplings and branches less than 2 in diameter Chip these grouped or bundled together to provide support for each other If the material is 2 or larger feed only one at a time into the Chipper Hopper e Make sure the DR RAPID FEED CHIPPER finishes processing material in the Hopper before disengaging the PTO and shutting the Tractor engine off e Do not force material into the Chipper If the machine does not chip well the Chipper Knife may need sharpening or r
23. Locknuts that secure the Discharge Chute to the Chipper Basic Assembly with two 1 2 wrenches and then remove the Discharge Chute Figure 27 4 Check to see if the Discharge Chute or Discharge opening is clogged If it is clear it with a branch Figure 27 5 With a wooden stick loosen and remove any material left in the Chipping Chamber and make sure the Flywheel turns freely with the stick Reassemble 1 Position the Discharge Chute onto the Chipper Basic Assembly and secure with two Bolts and Locknuts using two 1 2 wrenches 2 Reconnect the PTO Shaft start the Tractor engine and engage the PTO allowing the remaining material in the Chipping Chamber to discharge 3 Ifthe Chipping Chamber doesn t clear and the flywheel is still jammed repeat above process NOTE Be certain the Flywheel turns freely before trying to process more material into the Chipper Hopper 24 3 POINT HITCH DR RAPID FEED CHIPPER Eee CHAPTER 5 MAINTAINING THE 3 POINT HITCH DR RAPID FEED CHIPPER This chapter covers regular maintenance procedures that will ensure the best performance and long life of your 3 POINT HITCH DR RAPID FEED CHIPPER Maintenance Kits and Accessories are available through our website at www DRpower com DISENGAGE PTO SHUT DOWN THE TRACTOR ENGINE REMOVE THE KEY WAIT FOR ALL MOVING PARTS TO COME TO A COMPLETE STOP DISCONNECT THE PTO SHAFT FROM THE TRACTOR THEN WAIT 5 MINUTES BEFORE PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE PROCEDUR
24. NSPECTION OF THE CHIPPER KNIFE AND WEAR PLATE EVERY 8 10 HOURS Tools Needed Chipper ch e Two 1 2 Wrenches Assembly E 4 1 Have someone support the Hopper as you use two 1 2 wrenches to remove the six Bolts Washers and Locknuts that support the Hopper to the Chipper Assembly Figure 36 Figure 36 2 Remove the Hopper from the Chipper Assembly 3 Use a stick to rotate the Flywheel until the Knife is next to the Wear Plate 4 Closely inspect the Chipper Knife and Wear Plate for nicks or dull rounded edges Figure 37 5 If necessary repair or replace the Chipper Knife and or Wear Plate per the following procedures If the Knife and Wear plate do not need maintenance or adjustment replace the Hopper Figure 37 30 3 POINT HITCH DR RAPID FEED CHIPPER 4 Removing and Replacing the Chipper Knife PX IF THE FLYWHEEL SURFACE IS NOT CLEANED PROPERLY AND THE CHIPPER KNIFE IS NOT MOUNTED FLUSH ON THE FLYWHEEL THE KNIFE COULD CRACK WHEN THE HARDWARE IS TIGHTENED Tools Needed 5 16 Wrench 9 16 Socket 7 32 Allen wrench Awl or Sharp Tool Gloves Rear Knife Screws wann LEES one on the CAREFUL AND WEAR GLOVES WHEN WORKING NEAR front side THE CHIPPER KNIFE THE KNIFE EDGE CAN CUT YOU IF also YOU COME IN CONTACT WITH IT 1 Remove the Belt Guard see Removing and Replacing the Drive Belt in this Chapter to remove the Belt Guard 2 U
25. S EXIT THE CHIPPER AT GREAT SPEEDS TO BE SAFE DO NOT OPERATE THE MACHINE NEAR SMALL CHILDREN OR PETS AND NEVER ALLOW CHILDREN TO OPERATE THE CHIPPER DISENGAGE THE PTO AND STOP THE TRACTOR ENGINE WHEN ANOTHER PERSON OR PET APPROACHES NEVER USE THE MACHINE WITHOUT ENSURING THAT ALL GUARDS AND SHIELDS ARE IN PLACE INCLUDING THE CHIPPER HOPPER DISCHARGE CHUTE AND BLOWBACK SHIELD ALWAYS OPERATE THE MACHINE FROM THE OPERATOR ZONE SEE CHAPTER 4 NEVER PASS OR STAND ON THE DISCHARGE SIDE OF THE MACHINE WHEN THE TRACTOR ENGINE IS RUNNING OR THE FLYWHEEL IS TURNING NEVER TRANSPORT THE CHIPPER WITH THE PTO ENGAGED AND THE FLYWHEEL TURNING 6 3 POINT HITCH DR RAPID FEED CHIPPER e CLEAR THE AREA OF OBJECTS SUCH AS WIRE AND ROPE ETC INSERTING THESE OBJECTS INTO THE CHIPPER HOPPER COULD DAMAGE THE FLYWHEEL AND OR CAUSE INJURY NEVER UNDER ANY CONDITIONS REMOVE BEND CUT FIT WELD OR OTHERWISE ALTER STANDARD PARTS ON THE 3 POINT HITCH DR RAPID FEED CHIPPER THIS INCLUDES ALL SHIELDS AND GUARDS MODIFICATIONS TO YOUR MACHINE COULD CAUSE PERSONAL INJURIES AND PROPERTY DAMAGE AND WILL VOID YOUR WARRANTY Safety for Children and Pets TRAGIC ACCIDENTS CAN OCCUR IF THE OPERATOR IS NOT ALERT TO THE PRESENCE OF CHILDREN AND PETS CHILDREN ARE OFTEN ATTRACTED TO THE MACHINE AND THE CHIPPING ACTIVITY NEVERASSUME THAT CHILDREN WILL REMAIN WHERE YOU LAST SAW THEM ALWAYS FOLLOW THESE PRECAUTIONS e KEEP CHILDREN AND PETS AT LEAS
26. T 100 FEET FROM THE WORKING AREA AND UNDER THE WATCHFUL CARE OF A RESPONSIBLE ADULT BE ALERT AND TURN THE MACHINE OFF IF CHILDREN OR PETS ENTER THE WORK AREA NEVER ALLOW CHILDREN TO OPERATE THE 3 POINT HITCH DR RAPID FEED CHIPPER General Safety OPERATING THIS CHIPPER SAFELY IS NECESSARY TO PREVENT OR MINIMIZE THE RISK OF DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY UNSAFE OPERATION CAN CREATE A NUMBER OF HAZARDS FOR YOU ALWAYS TAKE THE FOLLOWING PRECAUTIONS WHEN OPERATING THIS CHIPPER THIS MACHINE IS DESIGNED TO OPERATE 540 RPM ONLY NEVER OPERATE THE MACHINE AT A FASTER SPEED DOING SO CAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY TO THE OPERATOR OR BYSTANDERS AND COULD CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE MACHINE THAT IS NOT COVERED UNDER WARRANTY THEDR3 POINT HITCH CHIPPER MUST BE OPERATED WITH THE WEIGHT OF THE MACHINE ON THE GROUND OPERATING THE MACHINE WHILE IT IS OFF THE GROUND CAN RESULT IN INJURY TO YOURSELF OR OTHERS OR CAN CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE MACHINE WHICH IS NOT COVERED UNDER WARRANTY KEEPIN MIND THAT THE OPERATOR OR USER IS RESPONSIBLE FOR ACCIDENTS OR HAZARDS OCCURRING TO OTHER PEOPLE THEIR PROPERTY AND THEMSELVES CONTACT US www DRpower com or CALL TOLL FREE 1 800 DR OWNER 7 YOUR 3 POINT HITCH DR RAPID FEED CHIPPER IS A POWERFUL TOOL NOT A PLAYTHING EXERCISE EXTREME CAUTION AT ALL TIMES THE DESIGN OF THIS MACHINE IS TO CHIP WOOD DO NOT USE IT FOR ANY OTHER PURPOSE e KNOW HOW TO STOP THE CHIPPER QUICKLY BY DISENGAGING THE
27. TE STOP DISCONNECT THE PTO SHAFT FROM THE TRACTOR THEN WAIT 5 MINUTES BEFORE MOVING OR PERFORMING MAINTENANCE INSPECTION ON THE CHIPPER USE ONLY A WOODEN STICK TO CLEAR JAMMED MATERIAL NEVER OPERATE THE MACHINE WITHOUT THE HOPPER OR DISCHARGE CHUTE OR PTO SHAFT PROPERLY INSTALLED Starting the Chipper 1 Ensure that the Chipper is lowered to the ground and all Guards are in place and properly secured before using Remove any debris buildup from the machine before every use of the Chipper Set Tractor throttle at IDLE before engaging PTO with Chipper attached Increase Tractor throttle to the RUN RPM s required to obtain 540 PTO speed before chipping Ww N Reduce Tractor throttle to IDLE before disengaging PTO NOTE Check the Drive Belt if necessary after an initial break in period of one 1 hour see Chapter 5 Maintaining the 3 POINT HITCH DR RAPID FEED CHIPPER CONTACT US AT www DRpower com or CALL TOLL FREE 1 800 DR OWNER 21 Operation Notes ORO Re 6060 0440 0 00 250050506 ORL OOD KR d 9 Visually check the Chipper Knife for damage before SSS IN 52020 5 each use of the machine See VISUAL INSPECTION OF THE CHIPPER KNIFE before each use in Chapter 5 for info on accessing the Chipper Knife e Always operate the Tractor PTO at 540 RPM when chipping 9 Only operate the DR RAPID FEED CHIPPER from the Operator Zones shown in Figu
28. VER CARRY PASSENGERS ON YOUR MACHINE NEVER OVERLOAD OR ATTEMPT TO CHIP MATERIAL BEYOND THE MANUFACTURER S RECOMMENDATION SEE CHAPTER 4 PERSONAL INJURY OR DAMAGE TO THE MACHINE COULD RESULT 9 WHILE USING THE 3 POINT HITCH DR RAPID FEED CHIPPER DON T HURRY OR TAKE THINGS FOR GRANTED WHEN IN DOUBT ABOUT THE EQUIPMENT OR YOUR SURROUNDINGS STOP THE MACHINE AND TAKE THE TIME TO LOOK THINGS OVER NEVER OPERATE THE MACHINE WHEN UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF ALCOHOL DRUGS OR MEDICATION USE THE MACHINE ONLY IN DAYLIGHT 9 KEEP ALL NUTS AND BOLTS TIGHT AND KEEP THE EQUIPMENT IN GOOD OPERATING CONDITION 8 3 POINT HITCH DR RAPID FEED CHIPPER YOUR 3 POINT HITCH DR RAPID FEED CHIPPER IS DRIVEN BY A PTO SHAFT THAT TRANSFERS POWER FROM YOUR TRACTOR A PTO SHAFT IS EXTREMELY DANGEROUS AND CAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL OF THE SAFETY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS MANUAL THAT CAME WITH YOUR PTO SHAFT NO LIST OF WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS CAN BE ALL INCLUSIVE IF SITUATIONS OCCUR THAT ARE NOT COVERED BY THIS MANUAL THE OPERATOR MUST APPLY COMMON SENSE AND OPERATE THIS CHIPPER IN A SAFE MANNER CONTACT US AT WWW DRPOWER COM OR CALL 1 800 DR OWNER 376 9637 FOR ASSISTANCE Transportation Safety A caution BEFORE TRANSPORTING BE CERTAIN THE DR 3 POINT HITCH CHIPPER IS CORRECTLY AND SECURELY ATTACHED TO YOUR TRACTOR AND THE SAFETY CHAINS OF THE PTO ARE IN PLACE MAKE SURE THE DR 3 POINT HITCH CHIPP
29. Vergennes VT 05491 Toll free phone 1 800 DR OWNER 376 9637 Fax 1 802 877 1213 Web site www dr owner com i 3 POINT HITCH RAPID FEED CHIPPER EEE Table of Contents CHAPTER Vise ttr metere etr et eee Potete EE 1 INTRODUCING THE 3 POINT HITCH DR RAPID FEED 1 Conventions used in dE CHE 1 Specification Szennyes tana EN 2 Sr BT rro aee eT 2 Order NUIDBE ugereest 2 CHAPTER ettet epit eon 3 GENERAL SAFETY RULES e an edu 3 3 Protecting Yourself Those Around YOU 6 Safety for Children and Petsi a etter Noc ones Rie md 7 General Safety Ee E 7 Transportation de Ht both qu LL 9 Additional Information and Potential Changes sese 10 EE 11 SETTING UP YOUR 3 POINT HITCH DR RAPID FEED 11 3 POINT HITCH DR RAPID FEED CHIPPER Controls and Features 11 Unpacking the 3 POINT HITCH DR RAPID FEED CHIPPER se 12 Attaching th neresen 14 Attaching the Discharge Chute
30. d Chute Bolts and Locknuts 9 Two 1 2 Wrenches 1 Position the Discharge Chute as shown and secure with two 5 16 18 x 5 1 4 Bolts and Nylon Locknuts Figure 10 Figure 10 14 3 POINT HITCH DR RAPID FEED CHIPPER Attaching the 3 POINT HITCH DR RAPID FEED CHIPPER NOTE The PTO Driveshaft provided with your new machine is sized to fit a standard category 1 PTO 1 3 8 DIA x 6 Spline The PTO shaft on the tractor that is to use this machine must rotate clockwise when viewing the PTO from the rear of the tractor If the PTO rotates counterclockwise you must have your tractor modified by installing a gearbox to reverse the direction of rotation The length of the PTO Driveshaft that is included with your new machine may need to be modified See the procedure for checking the PTO Shaft length needed and modification instructions in this chapter 1 Back the Tractor to the Chipper and position the Lower Draft Arms near the Chipper Hookup Pins Figure 11 2 Slide the Lower Draft Arms onto the Chipper Hookup BEFORE PERFORMING THE FOLLOWING PROCEDURE BE SURE YOUR TRACTOR ENGINE IS OFF BRAKE IS SET AND THE KEY REMOVED FOR SAFETY Pins and secure with Tractor Hitch Pins Figure 12 3 Position the Upper Draft Arm inside the Mounting Bracket and align with the Mounting Bracket Holes Figure 13 4 Insert the Tractor Hitch Pin to secure the Upper Draft Arm to the Chipper Upper pivot Draft Arm
31. difficult for the operator PNworrce ROUTINELY CHECK THE CHIPPER KNIFE FOR SHARPNESS USING A DULL KNIFE WILL DECREASE PERFORMANCE AND CAUSE EXCESSIVE VIBRATION THAT WILL CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE DR RAPID FEED CHIPPER ROUTINELY CHECK THE WEAR PLATE FOR A SHARP SQUARE EDGE USING A ROUNDED OR CHIPPED WEAR PLATE WILL DECREASE PERFORMANCE AND CAUSE EXCESSIVE VIBRATION THAT WILL CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE DR RAPID FEED CHIPPER DISENGAGE PTO SHUT DOWN THE TRACTOR ENGINE REMOVE THE KEY WAIT FOR ALL MOVING PARTS TO COME TO A COMPLETE STOP DISCONNECT THE PTO SHAFT FROM THE TRACTOR THEN WAIT 5 MINUTES BEFORE PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE OR INSPECTION ON THE CHIPPER VISUAL INSPECTION OF THE CHIPPER KNIFE BEFORE EACH USE Tools Needed e 5 16 Wrench 1 Remove the four Screws that secure the Front Access Cover with a 5 16 wrench and remove the Access Cover Figure 35 2 Rotate the Flywheel with a long stick until the Knife is visible 3 If the Knife has visible nicks or damage it must be sharpened or replaced see Removing and Replacing the Chipper Knife in this chapter 4 If the Knife does not appear to have any damage replace the Access Cover and secure with four Screws Figure 35 using a 5 16 wrench KXcsuriow THE HOPPER SHOULD BE SUPPORTED WHEN THE MOUNTING HARDWARE IS REMOVED REMOVAL OF THE HOPPER IS DIFFICULT FOR ONE PERSON TWO PEOPLE ARE NEEDED FOR THE HOPPER REMOVAL PROCESS VISUAL I
32. e 3 Groove 14 Dia 42 3 POINT HITCH DR RAPID FEED CHIPPER Eee Bolt HCS 3 8 16 x 2 Gr 5 Bolt HCS 3 8 16 x 2 1 2 Gr 5 Bolt HCS 1 4 20 X 3 4 Gr 5 Nut Nylon Lock 1 4 20 Washer Lock Split 5 16 Sheave 3 Groove 3 65 Dia Refit Parti Description 29 248681 Shaft TPH Drive 30 248721 Idler Arm TPH 31 216581 32 184511 Spacer Idler 33 217100 Pulley Idler 34 184591 35 248761 Guard Belt Front 36 248751 Guard Belt Sides 37 119831 38 143400 39 155110 40 248771 Guard Belt Back 4 248701 42 242111 Bushing 1 1 4 43 194231 Screw Set 3 8 16 X 3 8 Safety amp Information Labels 241811 248821 192391 250581 248791 227391 241851 241801 241831 Label Danger Rotating Knife and Flywheel Label Warning Rotating Parts Label DR Logo 5 3 4 Silver Label PTO Speed Label Danger Entanglement Warning Tag 3 Point Hitch Label Warning Do Not Climb Label Danger Read Operators Manual Label Warning High Speed Discharge Schematic 3 POINT HITCH DR RAPID FEED CHIPPER 3PL 3PL 061708 3PL 3PL CONTACT US AT ww W DRpower com or CALL TOLL FREE 1 800 DR OWNER 43 Parts List Chipper Basic NOTE Part numbers listed are available through DR Power Equipment Ref Parti Description Ref Parti Description 01 155301 Screw 3 8 16 X 1 3 4 FHSCS 2 143130 Nut Nylon Lock 5 16 18 GR8 22 195661 Bolt Carriage 1 4 20 X 1 02
33. eplacement or the gap between the Knife and the Wear Plate needs adjusting See Removing Replacing and Adjusting the Chipper Knife and Wear Plate in Chapter 5 Divorce NEVER THROW REMAINING STUBS OR KNOTS INTO THE CHIPPER HOPPER DAMAGE WILL RESULT e Extremely hard knots will not process very well Push any short stubs that have not self fed through the Chipper with the next branch to be chipped 9 Cut the material to be chipped into manageable lengths of no more than five or six feet long before chipping them CONTACT US AT www DRpower com or CALL TOLL FREE 1 800 DR OWNER 23 9 Overloading the Chipper Hopper will cause the rotor speed to decrease If you hear the engine RPM decreasing stop feeding material into the Chipper Hopper until the engine has returned to full speed To Free a Jammed Flywheel DISENGAGE PTO SHUT DOWN THE TRACTOR ENGINE REMOVE THE KEY WAIT FOR ALL MOVING PARTS TO COME TO A COMPLETE STOP DISCONNECT THE PTO SHAFT FROM THE TRACTOR THEN WAIT 5 MINUTES BEFORE MOVING OR PERFORMING MAINTENANCE INSPECTION ON THE CHIPPER Divorce NEVER PRY AGAINST THE SCROLL WELDMENT WHEN REMOVING THE DEFLECTOR OR DISCHARGE CHUTE OR AT ANY OTHER TIME THIS WILL CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE MACHINE Tools Needed Discharge Bolts and 9 Two 1 2 Wrenches Chute Locknuts Scroll 4 N Weldment Disassemble 1 Disconnect the PTO Shaft 2 Remove any material left in the Chipper Hopper 3 Remove the two Bolts and
34. ers Pry Bar Hammer 1 2 Wrench Parts supplied on Skid Figure 2 e 3 POINT HITCH DR RAPID FEED CHIPPER e Hopper Assembly e Shaft Assembly with PTO Manual e Extended Top Discharge Chute if ordered see Chapter 7 Chipper Accessories e Parts Box containing Items below and Figure 3 Discharge Chute Safety amp Operation Instructions Manual Hardware Package Figure 4 and Table below HARDWARE PACKAGE CONTENTS FIGURE 4 ITEM DESCRIPTION QTY Bolt 5 16 18 X 5 1 4 2 2 Nylon Locknut 5 16 18 8 3 5 16 18 x 1 Bolts 6 4 5 16 Flat Washer 12 5 Key 1 4 X 1 4 X 1 1 4 1 6 Knife Gap Gauge 1 7 Set Screws 3 8 16 X 3 8 2 12 3 POINT HITCH DR RAPID FEED CHIPPER e WEAR EYE PROTECTION WHEN REMOVING THE CRATE TOP TO PROTECT YOUR EYES FROM FLYING DEBRIS 9 STABILIZE THE SHIPPING CONTAINER ON CLEAN FLAT TERRAIN BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO UNPACK AND ASSEMBLE THE CHIPPER e FOR YOUR SAFETY WE RECOMMEND YOU HAVE TWO PEOPLE FOR THE FOLLOWING PROCEDURES Figure 5 1 Cut the Plastic Banding that is securing the Parts Box PTO Shaft Assembly and any Accessories that may be strapped to the Crate Figure 5 2 Remove the Parts Box PTO Shaft Assembly and any accessories if ordered 3 Pry offthe two bottom side boards that connect the Crate top to the Pallet Figure 6 4 With help from another person lift the Crate Top from the Pallet 5 Remove the four Lag Bo
35. harge Ring 4 Reposition the Extended Top Discharge Chute to the desired angle and insert the Locking Pin and Hitch Clip 40 3 POINT HITCH DR RAPID FEED CHIPPER 4 CONTACT US AT www DRpower com or CALL TOLL FREE 1 800 DR OWNER 41 CHAPTER 8 PARTS LIST AND SCHEMATIC DIAGRAMS Parts List 3 POINT HITCH DR RAPID FEED CHIPPER NOTE Part numbers listed are available through DR Power Equipment Refit Parti Description 01 248621 Hopper Assembly 02 146051 Bolt HCS 5 16 18 X 1 Gr 5 03 145150 Washer Flat 5 16 04 143130 Nut Nylon Lock 5 16 18 05 248781 Bracket Belt Guard 06 185891 Nut J Plain 5 16 18 07 242061 Discharge Chute Weldment 08 248661 Support Upper TPH Mount 09 111521 Bolt HCS 3 8 16 X 1 Gr 5 10 154480 Nut Nylon Lock 3 8 16 11 248611 Chipper Basic Assembly TPH 12 248641 Bracket TPH Mount 13 184601 Bolt HCS 1 2 13 X 3 1 2 Gr 5 14 24209 Nut Nylon Lock 1 2 13 15 248651 Brace TPH Mount 16 184441 Bearing 2 Bolt 1 17 187621 Bolt Carriage 5 16 18 X 1 18 184831 PTO 3 Point Hitch 19 148551 Key Shaft 1 4 SQ X 1 1 2 20 248631 Base Weldment 21 248671 Leg Base Support 22 184521 Bracket Spring Mount 23 248731 Spring TPH Belt Tension 24 248741 Eyebolt 5 16 18 x 5 25 144180 Nut 5 16 18 Whiz Lock 26 248711 Belt Banded 3 3V x 60 27 217170 Bushing Shoulder 1 28 248691 Sheav
36. ics of the steel and you will then have to replace the Wear Plate Tools Needed 9 Gap Gauge provided with Chipper 32 3 POINT HITCH DR RAPID FEED CHIPPER EE DISENGAGE PTO SHUT DOWN THE TRACTOR ENGINE REMOVE THE KEY WAIT FOR ALL MOVING PARTS TO COME TO A COMPLETE STOP DISCONNECT THE PTO SHAFT FROM THE TRACTOR THEN WAIT 5 MINUTES BEFORE PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE OR INSPECTION ON THE CHIPPER Checking the Knife to Wear Plate Gap 1 4 Remove the Hopper See Inspecting the Chipper Knife and Wear Plate in this Chapter Use a stick to rotate the Flywheel until the Knife can be positioned next to the Wear Plate Slide the Knife Gauge in between the Knife and Wear Plate to check the clearance Figure 41 If the Knife Gauge slides freely with no resistance and extra space the Wear plate must be adjusted e Ifthe Knife Gauge will not slide down between the Knife and Wear Plate the Wear Plate must be adjusted e Ifthe Knife Gauge slides in between the Knife and Wear Plate with some resistance felt against them both then the Wear plate is properly Figure 41 adjusted Install the Hopper when finished Adjusting the Knife to Wear Plate Gap Tools Needed e 7 16 wrench e Gap Gauge provided with Chipper To adjust the Wear Plate Gap loosen the three Nuts on the Carriage Bolts with a 7 16 wrench just enough so the Wear Plate will move but still have a slight resistance Now yo
37. l will ensure many years of productive use Please let us know of any questions you may have We want to answer them as quickly as possible When you do call please have your order number handy For technical assistance please contact us at www DRpower com or call Toll Free 1 800 DR OWNER 376 9637 and one of our Technical Support Representatives will be happy to help you THIS INDICATES A HAZARDOUS SITUATION WHICH IF NOT FOLLOWED WILL RESULT IN DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY THIS INDICATES A HAZARDOUS SITUATION WHICH IF NOT AVOIDED COULD RESULTIN DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY PX caution THIS INDICATES A HAZARDOUS SITUATION WHICH IF NOT AVOIDED COULD RESULTIN MINOR OR MODERATE INJURY Divorce THIS INFORMATION IS IMPORTANT IN THE PROPER USE OF YOUR MACHINE FAILURE TO FOLLOW THIS INSTRUCTION COULD RESULT IN DAMAGE TO YOUR MACHINE OR PROPERTY Conventions used in this manual Tip This is a helpful hint to guide you in getting the most out of your 3 POINT HITCH DR RAPID FEED CHIPPER Tools Needed This indicates you will need a special tool to perform a maintenance function on your Chipper NOTE This information may be helpful to you If you are ever unsure about an action you are about to take don t do it Contact us at www DRpower com or call DR Power Equipment s toll free support at 1 800 DR OWNER 376 9637 for help or information CONTACT US AT www DRpower com or CALL TOLL FREE 1 800 DR OWNER
38. lts that secure the Chipper Support Legs to the Pallet Figure 7 6 With the help of another person carefully slide the Chipper from the shipping pallet resting it on the Support Legs Lag Bolts Chipper Support Leg Figure 7 Plastic Banding Bottom Side Boards Pallet CONTACT US AT ww W DRpower com or CALL TOLL FREE 1 800 DR OWNER 13 a 7 Pull up and then out on the small end of the Hopper Assembly to remove it from the Pallet Figure 8 NI 8 Open the Parts Box and lay out the contents of the Box Hopper and the Hardware Package Assembly Compare the contents of the shipping container and the Parts Box with the Parts Supplied list on page 12 Ifthere are any questions contact us at www DRpower com or call 1 800 DR OWNER 376 9637 Do not discard the shipping materials until you are fully satisfied with your new 3 POINT HITCH CHIPPER Figure 8 Attaching the Hopper Assembly NOTE We recommend that you have someone help you lift the Hopper in place and support it until it is secured to the Chipper Hopper Tools Needed Assembly 9 Two 1 2 Wrenches 1 Attach the Hopper Assembly to the Chipper with six 5 16 18 x 1 Bolts twelve Flat Washers one Washer on Bolt side and one on Lock Nut side and six Nylon Lock Nuts Figure 9 Hopper Hardware NOTE Install hardware with Bolt Head on the top side Figure 9 Attaching the Discharge Chute Discharge Tools Neede
39. n the metal Be sure not to overheat the Knife during sharpening because it will shorten the life of the Knife Take the Chipper Knife to a machine shop for proper sharpening How many times a Knife can be sharpened is determined by how much material needs to be taken off to sharpen or to compensate for dents or gouges Top Edge oe ee 1 579 4 1579 A a SECTION A A Short Side Beveled Edge New Knife Top Edge 1 485 Q 1 485 SECTION Short Side Beveled Edge Sharpened Knife Figure 45 e Anew Chipper Knife has 1 579 measurement between the short side bevel edge and the Knife Top Edge Figure 45 New Knife e The knife should never be sharpened to the extent that more than 3 32 is taken off this measurement 9 Once this measurement is below 1 485 see Figure 45 Sharpened Knife or if you are unable to remove dents or gouges with these guidelines replace the Knife Wear Plate Sharpening The Wear Plate edges become rounded and chipped during use and must be squared off to ensure efficient operation Tools Needed File this e Flat File edge flat Secure the Wear Plate in a vise 2 File the edge of the Wear Plate to take out any nicks and to square rounded edges Figure 46 kien Plate NOTE If the Wear Plate is filed enough times that the proper gap between the Knife a
40. nd Wear Plate can not be set with the Gap Gauge You will need to replace the Front dew Side View Wear Plate Figure 46 CONTACT US AT ww W DRpower com or CALL TOLL FREE 1 800 DR OWNER 35 BEES End of Season and Storage e DISENGAGE PTO SHUT DOWN THE TRACTOR ENGINE REMOVE THE KEY WAIT FOR ALL MOVING PARTS TO COME TO A COMPLETE STOP DISCONNECT THE PTO SHAFT FROM THE TRACTOR THEN WAIT 5 MINUTES BEFORE PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE OR INSPECTION ON THE CHIPPER WHEN NOT IN USE YOUR DR RAPID FEED CHIPPER SHOULD BE STORED OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN NOTE Please refer to the Safety and Operation Manual that came with the PTO Shaft for specific PTO Shaft procedures e Lubricate PTO Shaft Grease Fittings e Lubricate two Flywheel Bearings e Lubricate two PTO Sheave Bearings e Check the Drive Belt for wear Replace as needed e Release Drive Belt from Tensioner to relieve Belt stress 9 Check the Chipper Knife and Wear Plate for nicks and wear Sharpen or replace as needed Check the general condition of the machine eg nuts bolts welds etc Replace parts or tighten Hardware as needed 9 Clean any debris from the Hopper and Discharge Chute e Store in a dry covered area to protect from moisture 36 3 POINT HITCH DR RAPID FEED CHIPPER CHAPTER 6 TROUBLESHOOTING Most problems are easy to fix Consult the Troubleshooting Table below for common problems and their solutions If you continue t
41. ng the PTO Shaft if required The PTO Shaft included with your new DR Chipper may be Safety too long for your tractor To shorten the Driveshaft d Quand proceed as follows Tools and Supplies Needed e Hacksaw e Bench Vise Bearing e Tape Measure Tab e File e General purpose Lithium Grease 1 Separate the PTO Shaft Halves by pulling them apart Figure 17 2 Separate the Guards from the PTO Shaft Halves by inserting a flat tip screwdriver into the Bearing Tab Slots as you pull down on the Safety Guard to release the Safety Guard from the Shaft Figure 17 3 Measure and cut the ends of both Guards the required amount Figure 18 NOTE If you put the Guards in a vise to hold them be careful not to clamp it too tight because it could crack the plastic Cut This Figure 18 CONTACT US AT www DRpower com or CALL TOLL FREE 1 800 DR OWNER 17 4 Measure and cut each Shaft Tubes to the required Shaft Tube length using the hacksaw Figure 19 Figure 19 5 File or sand any burrs from the Shaft ends Figure 20 6 Grease both Shaft Tubes and under the Bearing Rings of each Shaft Figure 21 Shaft Bearing Tube Ring Figure 21 18 3 POINT HITCH DR RAPID FEED CHIPPER Bearing Ring Slot 7 Insert the Shaft Halves into the Guards making sure that the Bearing Ring Slot lines up with the Tab on the inside of the Guards for proper installation Figure 22
42. o experience problems contact us at www DRpower com or call DR Power Equipment for support DISENGAGE PTO SHUT DOWN THE TRACTOR ENGINE REMOVE THE KEY WAIT FOR ALL MOVING PARTS TO COME TO A COMPLETE STOP DISCONNECT THE PTO SHAFT FROM THE TRACTOR THEN WAIT 5 MINUTES BEFORE PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE OR INSPECTION ON THE CHIPPER Troubleshooting Table SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE FIX Flywheel won t turn gt The Flywheel may be jammed Immediately disengage the PTO and stop the tractor engine Remove any built up debris from the Chipper Hopper Inlet and Discharge Chute Check the Drive Pulley alignment and adjust if necessary Replace the Drive Belt or reinstall if the Belt has come off the pulleys Turn the Flywheel with a wooden stick to be sure it turns freely If the Flywheel still won t turn call 1 800 DR OWNER 376 9637 for assistance The Belt frays or rolls The Drive Pulley groove may have a nick in it File off any nicks on the over the Drive Pulley Pulley Check the Drive Belt for wear and hard spots The Drive Belt may be stretched replace it See page 27 The Pullleys may be misaligned See Chapter 5 If the Drive Belt still rolls off the Drive Pulley call 1 800 DR OWNER 376 9637 for assistance Chipping action seems gt The PTO speed is too slow causing the belt to slip Run the PTO at too slow or flywheel 540 RPM stalls gt Check for loo
43. om the end of the Tractor PTO Shaft to the end of the Chipper PTO Shaft and record this dimension in the SHAFTS LEVEL row of the table above Figure 15 3 Raise the Chipper up as far as it will go Measure from the end of the Tractor PTO Shaft to the end of the Chipper PTO Shaft and record this dimension in the FULLY RAISED row of the table above Figure 16 NOTE If your longest measurement exceeds 32 you will require a longer PTO Shaft Do not proceed with installation until you have a longer PTO Shaft If you have any questions please visit us at www DRpower com or call 1 800 DR OWNER 376 9637 16 3 POINT HITCH DR RAPID FEED CHIPPER 4 Take the shortest recorded measurement you wrote in the table and add 2 5 Take that number and subtract it from 27 overall compressed length of the supplied PTO Shaft 6 This final number is the length that you will need to cut off of the PTO Shaft for it to fit properly to your Tractor EXAMPLE Let s assume the shortest center to center measurement in the table is 22 e 22 2 24 step 4 above e 27 24 3 step 5 above e You would be required to cut 3 off both halves of the PTO Shaft and 3 off of the Guard NOTE If you end up with 0 or a negative number then no changes are needed until you reach a maximum long measurement of 32 as indicated on previous page If you have any questions please visit us at www DRpower com or call 1 800 DR OWNER 376 9637 Modifyi
44. opper Figure 48 Discharge Chute 4 Install the two Bolts and Locknuts and tighten with two 1 2 wrenches Figure 48 CONTACT US AT ww W DRpower com or CALL TOLL FREE 1 800 DR OWNER 39 Locking Pin Figure 49 Higher 72 Discharge Lower Discharge Deflector Handle Deflector Figure 50 OPERATION Adjusting the Extended Top Discharge Chute Discharge Direction 1 Pull the Hitch Clip and remove the Locking Pin Figure 49 2 Rotate the Extended Top Discharge Chute to the direction desired NOTE The Extended Top Discharge Chute has a range of motion of 180 that spans the front and both sides of the Chipper There are 11 different hole settings at 18 increments that you can use 3 Line up the Locking Pin hole to the closest hole setting in the Discharge Ring 4 Install the Locking Pin and secure it with the Hitch Clip Adjusting the Deflector Direction 1 Grab the Deflector Handle and rotate the Deflector to the desired discharge position Figure 50 MAINTENANCE Tools and Supplies Needed e All Purpose Grease Lubricating the Extended Top Discharge Chute 1 Pull the Hitch Clip and remove the Locking Pin from the Discharge Ring Figure 49 2 Apply some all purpose grease in each hole of the Discharge Ring and Center Ring as you rotate the Chute 3 Rotate the Extended Top Discharge Chute for the full 180 of rotation for a few times to spread the grease inside the Disc
45. r Weldment Right 11 24163 Nut Nylon Lock Thin 5 16 18 04 242541 Hopper Top 05 242551 Shield Blow Back Safety amp Information Labels 06 242561 Support Blow Back 248841 Label Danger Avoid Death 07 241581 Bracket Guard 234941 Label DR Logo 6 Black 08 241611 Bolt 1 4 20 X 1 GR 5 09 143400 Nut Nylon Lock 1 4 20 46 3 POINT HITCH DR RAPID FEED CHIPPER Schematic Hopper Assembly 080519 CONTACT US AT www DRpower com or CALL TOLL FREE 1 800 DR OWNER 47 BEES Parts List Extended Top Discharge Chute NOTE Part numbers listed are available through DR Power Equipment Refit Parti Description 1 242621 Flange Side 2 242631 Plate Bottom 3 242641 Swivel Weldment 4 242651 Top Discharge Weldment 5 242661 Deflector Weldment 6 146051 Bolt Carriage 5 16 18 X 1 GR5 7 145150 Washer Flat 5 16 8 143130 Nut Nylon Lock 5 16 18 9 241611 Bolt 1 4 20 X 1 GR 5 10 143400 Nut Nylon Lock 1 4 20 48 3 POINT HITCH DR RAPID FEED CHIPPER Refit Parti Description 11 242671 Pin Locking 12 182581 Hitch Clip 13 242681 Swivel Top Pin Side 14 24269 Swivel Top 15 242701 Spacer Swivel Safety amp Information Labels 241831 241811 Label Warning High Speed Discharge Label Danger Rotating Knife and Flywheel Schematic Extended Top Discharge Chute 061108 CONTACT US AT www DRpower com or CALL TOLL FREE 1 800 DR OWNER 49 Notes 50 3 POINT HITCH DR RAPID
46. rate this machine with tractors that have PTO speeds greater than 540 RPM Damage caused by running this machine at excessive speed will not be covered under warranty TPH Reorder No 091 0385 250581 DANGER Avoid death or serious injury Rotating cutting Shut down tractor Keep hands all Keep stones Do NOT operate blades wait for PTO and all body parts and nails and other machine without the Do NOT insert moving parts to loose clothing away objects except hopper blow back hands body parts come toa from moving parts branches out of shield discharge or metal objects in complete stop Always wear the hopper chute and all guards the hopper or then disconnect approved safety Keep bystanders Securely in place discharge chute PTO shaft from glasses hearing children and Read and understand while the machine tractor before protection and pets 100 ft from the operator s manual is running and clearing gloves when using machine while before servicing or parts are moving struction this machine operating this machine 248841 CONTACT US AT www DRpower com or CALL TOLL FREE 1 800 DR OWNER 5 Protecting Yourself and Those Around You THIS IS A HIGH POWERED MACHINE WITH MOVING PARTS OPERATING WITH HIGH ENERGY AT HIGH SPEEDS YOU MUST OPERATE THE MACHINE SAFELY UNSAFE OPERATION CAN CREATE A NUMBER OF HAZARDS FOR YOU AS WELL AS ANYONE ELSE IN THE NEARBY AREA ALWAYS TAKE THE FOLLOWING PRECAUTIONS
47. re 24 CONTACT US AT ww W DRpower com or CALL TOLL FREE 1 800 DR OWNER 19 6 Secure the PTO Shaft Safety Chains to stationary parts of the Chipper Frame and Tractor to stop the Guard from turning Figure 25 si Safety CS Figure 25 20 3 POINT HITCH DR RAPID FEED CHIPPER 4 CHAPTER 4 OPERATING YOUR 3 POINT HITCH DR RAPID FEED CHIPPER This chapter covers the procedures for starting and stopping your new 3 POINT HITCH DR RAPID FEED CHIPPER and discusses basic operation features THIS MACHINE IS DESIGNED TO OPERATE AT 540 RPM ONLY NEVER OPERATE THE MACHINE ATA FASTER SPEED DOING SO CAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY TO THE OPERATOR OR BYSTANDERS AND COULD CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE MACHINE THAT IS NOT COVERED UNDER WARRANTY THE DR 3 POINT HITCH CHIPPER MUST BE OPERATED WITH THE WEIGHT OF THE MACHINE ON THE GROUND OPERATING THE MACHINE WHILE IT IS OFF THE GROUND CAN RESULT IN INJURY TO YOURSELF OR OTHERS AND CAN CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE MACHINE WHICH IS NOT COVERED UNDER WARRANTY THE DESIGN OF THIS MACHINE IS FOR CHIPPING WOOD NEVER USE THIS MACHINE FOR ANY OTHER PURPOSE AS IT COULD CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY CONTACT WITH INTERNAL ROTATING PARTS WILL CAUSE SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY NEVER PUT HANDS FACE FEET OR CLOTHING INTO CHIPPER HOPPER OR DISCHARGE OPENING OR NEAR THE DISCHARGE AREA OR PTO SHAFT AT ANY TIME DISENGAGE PTO SHUT DOWN THE TRACTOR ENGINE REMOVE THE KEY WAIT FOR ALL MOVING PARTS TO COME TO A COMPLE
48. re 26 e Keep proper balance and footing while operating the DR RAPID FEED CHIPPER e ALWAYS disengage the PTO when leaving the Operating Zones or when moving the machine e Never move the Chipper while the PTO is turning Top View Processing Material The Chipper is designed to accept wood only The Chipper Knife mounted on a revolving flywheel turns branches fed into the Figure 26 Chipper Hopper into chips The Chipper can chip branches ranging in size up to 4 1 2 in diameter Cut your materials into manageable lengths before feeding them into the Chipper Hopper ALWAYS WEAR PROTECTIVE GOGGLES OR SAFETY GLASSES WITH SIDE SHIELDS WHILE CHIPPING TO PROTECT YOUR EYES FROM POSSIBLE THROWN DEBRIS AVOID WEARING LOOSE CLOTHING OR JEWELRY WHICH MIGHT CATCH ON MOVING PARTS OR THE MATERIAL FED INTO THE CHIPPER HOPPER WE RECOMMEND WEARING GLOVES WHILE CHIPPING BE SURE YOUR GLOVES FIT PROPERLY AND DO NOT HAVE LOOSE CUFFS OR DRAWSTRINGS WEAR SHOES WITH NON SLIP TREADS WHEN USING YOUR CHIPPER IF YOU HAVE SAFETY SHOES WE RECOMMEND WEARING THEM DO NOT USE THE MACHINE WHILE BAREFOOT OR WEARING OPEN SANDALS WEAR LONG PANTS WHILE OPERATING THE DR RAPID FEED CHIPPER USE EAR PROTECTORS OR EAR PLUGS RATED FOR AT LEAST 20 DBA TO PROTECT YOUR HEARING 22 3 POINT HITCH DR RAPID FEED CHIPPER THE CHIPPER HOPPER MUST BE SECURELY BOLTED TO YOUR DR RAPID FEED CHIPPER AND THE BLOWBACK SHIELD IN PLACE BEFORE USIN
49. se or damaged Drive Belt replace as needed See Chapter 5 Check for a dull or damaged Knife sharpen or replace the Knife See Chapter 5 CONTACT US AT ww W DRpower com or CALL TOLL FREE 1 800 DR OWNER 37 DISENGAGE PTO SHUT DOWN THE TRACTOR ENGINE REMOVE THE KEY WAIT FOR ALL MOVING PARTS TO COME TO A COMPLETE STOP DISCONNECT THE PTO SHAFT FROM THE TRACTOR THEN WAIT 5 MINUTES BEFORE PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE OR INSPECTION ON THE CHIPPER Troubleshooting Table continued SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE FIX Belt burns gt Immediately disengage the PTO and shut off the tractor Turn the Flywheel with a wooden stick to be sure it turns freely Check for a loose Drive Belt See Chapter 5 Flywheel won t turn Remove any built up debris from the Chipper Hopper Inlet and Discharge Chute The machine has Check for a dull or damaged Knife sharpen or replace the Knife See excessive vibration Chapter 5 The Knife is not properly seated on the flywheel Loosen the Knife mounting screws reset the Knife and tighten the screws Also check the Knife to Wear Plate Gap See Chapter 5 gt Ifthe machine still exhibits excessive vibration contact us at www DRpower com or call 1 800 DR OWNER 376 9637 for assistance When chipping the log seems to vibrate excessively and The Knife is dull sharpen or replace it See Chapter 5 Uy The gap between the Knife
50. sing a 5 16 Wrench remove the Self Tapping Screws and remove both Knife Access Covers from the Figure 38 front and back of the Chipper Assembly Figure 38 3 Rotate the Flywheel using a stick until the three countersunk Allen Screws and Lock Nuts attaching the lapar Gute MP gt Slot sharp edge Knife to the Flywheel are visible through the Access Poa Openings towards you 4 Clean out the heads of the Allen Screws with an Awl or Sharp Tool 5 Insert a 7 32 Allen Wrench into the head of a screw Figure 39 6 While holding the Allen Wrench remove the Lock Nut Wu Allen Screws using a 9 16 socket 7 Repeat Steps 5 and 6 for the remaining two Allen Figure 39 Screws CONTACT US AT www DRpower com or CALL TOLL FREE 1 800 DR OWNER 31 10 11 12 13 14 Figure 40 Remove the dull or damaged Knife and visually inspect the Flywheel Slot and Knife mounting area and be sure they are clean and that the replacement Knife will be able to mount flush against the Flywheel Install a new or sharpened Knife as shown with the Knife edge facing up and towards you and finger tighten the Allen screws and Lock Nuts use the new hardware supplied with a new Knife kit to hold the Knife to the Flywheel Using a 7 32 Allen wrench and a 9 16 socket tighten the center Screw and Locknut then tighten the outer Screw and Locknut and finally tighten the inner Screw and Locknut
51. u can slide the Wear Plate up or down in or out to achieve the correct gap setting Figure 42 Figure 42 CONTACT US AT ww W DRpower com or CALL TOLL FREE 1 800 DR OWNER 33 Chipper Knife Flywheel 2 Take the Gap Gauge and slide it between the Knife and Wear Plate Figure 41 Adjust the Wear Plate against the Knife Gauge and tighten the Locknuts NOTE See Figure 43 for a more detailed look at the relationship of the Knife to Wear Plate Wear Plate 1 16 Gap thickness of Gap Gauge Figure 43 PN NOTICE 3 4 Check the adjustment as described in the Checking the Gap in the previous section Reinstall the Hopper Assembly when finished AFTER ANY KNIFE OR WEAR PLATE MAINTENANCE OR ADJUSTMENT ROTATE THE CHIPPER FLYWHEEL BY USING A WOODEN STICK AND WATCH AND LISTEN CAREFULLY FOR ANY UNUSUAL NOISES CLICKING OR VIBRATION IF YOU DETECT ANY OF THESE INSPECT THE MACHINE FOR DAMAGE OR ANY LOOSE PARTS REPAIR OR REPLACE ANY DAMAGED PARTS AND TIGHTEN ANY LOOSE PARTS BEFORE STARTING THE DR RAPID FEED CHIPPER Chipper Knife Sharpening Chipper Knife 22 0 La Figure 44 34 3 POINT HITCH DR RAPID FEED CHIPPER You should never attempt to sharpen the Chipper Knife freehand It is extremely important to consistently maintain the 40 degree angle for proper performance Figure 44 Excessive heat generated during the sharpening process will damage Knives and weake
52. urself with the controls and features of your 3 POINT HITCH DR RAPID FEED CHIPPER as shown in Figure 1 before beginning these procedures If you have any questions at all please feel free to contact us at www DRpower com or call our Customer Service Representatives at our toll free number 1 800 DR OWNER 376 9637 3 POINT HITCH DR RAPID FEED CHIPPER Controls and Features Blow Back Shield Hopper Assembly Discharge Chute Flywheel Bearing 3 Groove Chipper Knife Sheave Access Covers Belt Tensioner Belt Idler Pulley 3 Point Hitch Mounting Pin 3 Groove Sheave PTO Bearing Support Belt Guard Leg Cover Removed for Clarity Figure 1 CONTACT US AT www DRpower com or CALL TOLL FREE 1 800 DR OWNER 11 Extended Top Discharge optional Accessory Assembly e Shap Parts Box Figure 2 Discharge Chute Hardware Package zm 4 O A 7 G KNIFE GAUGE Every you maintenance on your ten be Check plo Between 27 plate proper seth SEE OWNER S MANUAL POR COMPLETE INSTRUCTIONS D Figure 4 Unpacking the 3 POINT HITCH DR RAPID FEED CHIPPER NOTE Unpacking the 3 POINT HITCH DR RAPID FEED CHIPPER is a two person job We recommend you have an extra set of hands available before you begin because the 3 POINT HITCH DR RAPID FEED CHIPPER weighs 282 lbs Tools and Supplies Needed Gloves Wire Cutt
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