Wallenstein BXT4213 Operator's Manual

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27The BX Wood Chipper is a strong, rugged ma-chine that is built to a straight-forward designwhich provides consistent chipping of logs upto 4" (102mm) in diameter for the BXT4213,BXT4214su and 6" (153mm) in diameter for theBXT4224, BXT6224, BXT4228su, BXT6228su,BXT6238.Always wear personal protective equipment (PPE)whenever operating the machine. This includesbut is not limited to protective shoes with slipresistant soles, protective goggles or face shield,heavy gloves, hearing protection and protectiveclothing.Do not place metal, bottles, cans, rocks, glassor other solid material into the wood chipper. Ifsomething like this gets into the machine, stopthe machine immediately for a detailed inspec-tion. Stop engine, remove ignition key and placein your pocket and wait for all moving parts to stopbefore inspecting or unplugging. Inspect machinefor damaged or loosened parts before resumingwork.4.8.5 CHIPPING OPERATIONFig. 16 OPERATINGCaution and care should be exercisedwhen feeding material into the feeder. Donot reach into the hopper past the curtainbarrier.a. Before beginning to feed, ensure the motorwarmed up and the rotor is up to speed.b. Slowly slide the wooden material into thefeed hopper and move it into the rotor.c. Do not force the material into the rotor, asthe material engages the rotor, the rotor willdraw the material in. Use continuous litepressure to guide in the material.d. Be aware of how much material you feed in,slow down or stop if the engine begins toslow down.e. Do not reach into the feed hopper furtherthan the curtain to be sure not to contact theblades on the rotor.f. Use a stick or branch to push any piece ofmaterial into the rotor that does not move onits own. If the jam persists then stop the en-gine and wait for the rotor to stop and thenclear the jam. Do not take a chance withgetting your hand caught in the rotor.g. Ensure your wood chip pile is contained anddoesn't affect the immediate work area.Feeder HopperSafety Curtain