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TC-12 TREE CHIPPER OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
5.2 Batteries
Check the condition of the batteries to insure that the electrolyte level is correct. Make sure that the terminals and
cables are not corroded. Also make sure there is no arcing or grounding by the terminals.
The system uses two 12 volt batteries in a series for a 24 volt system.
Caution: Hydrogen gas given off by a battery is explosive. Keep sparks and ames away from the
battery. Before connecting or disconnecting a battery charger, turn the charger off. Make last con-
nection and rst disconnection at a point away from the battery. Always connect the NEGATIVE (-)
cable last and disconnect the NEGATIVE (-) cable rst.
5.3 Hydraulic system
Caution: Lack of proper hydraulic oil level in the reservoir tank will cause system to heat under con-
tinuous running. Check the hydraulic oil level daily and replace as necessary.
The in-tank hydraulic oil lter should be changed after the rst 10 hours of operation. Then change hydraulic oil and
lters after 100 hours of operation. Thereafter, change hydraulic oil lters every 3 months or 400 hours of operation.
Oil lter must be removed rst before changing the oil or adding oil if the oil level is low. Maintain hydraulic oil level
7/8 full. Check hydraulic oil level daily. The lter housing has a lter restriction gage installed to monitor lter life.
Check the hydraulic oil regularly, and if the oil has a burnt smell or milky appearance, change immediately.
Hydraulic tank
Hydraulic oil ll cap
Oil lter location
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