EMB Wallenstein CR60 - Machine Break-In; Pre-Operation Checklist

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4.3 MACHINE BREAK-IN
Although there are no operational restrictions on the
Commercial Trailer Wood Chipper when used for
the rst time, it is recommended that the following
mechanical items be checked:
A. After operating for 1 hour:
1. Check alignment of pulleys. Align as re-
quired.
2. Check belt tension. Adjust as required.
3. Torque all fasteners and hardware.
4. Check condition of electrical and hydraulic
components. Keep all components in good
condition.
5. Check condition of rotor bearings.
6. Check the condition and clearance of the
twig-breaker, rotor and stationary blades.
Adjust or replace as required.
7. Check all uid levels. Add as required.
8. Check for entangled material. Remove all
entangled material before resuming work.
9. Check tire pressure. Inate as required.
B. After operating for 10 hours:
1. Repeat steps 1 through 9 listed above.
(Section A)
2. Change engine oil.
3. Go to the normal servicing and mainte-
nance schedule as dened in the Mainte-
nance Section.
4.4 PRE-OPERATION CHECKLIST
Efcient and safe operation of the Wallenstein Com-
mercial Trailer Wood Chipper requires that each
operator reads and understands the using proce-
dures and all related safety precautions outlined in
this section. A pre-operation checklist is provided
for the operator. It is important for both the personal
safety and maintaining good mechanical condition
that this checklist is followed.
Before operating Wood Chipper and each time
thereafter, the following areas should be checked
off:
1. Lubricate the machine per the schedule outline
in the Maintenance Section.
2. Check the tension and alignment of the belts.
Adjust tension and align as required.
3. Check the rotor, blades and twig-breaker. Re-
move any twine, wire or other material that has
become entangled.
4. Check the condition and clearance of the twig-
breaker, rotor and stationary blades. Adjust or
replace as required.
5. Check condition of electrical and hydraulic
components. Keep all components in good
condition.
6. Check engine uid levels. Top up as required.
7. Check that all bearings turn freely. Replace any
that are rough or seized.
8. Make sure that all guards and shields are in
place, secured and functioning as designed.
9. Check the condition of the feed rollers in the
feed hopper. They must be in good condition
to move the material evenly into the rotor.