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General| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 gal |
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| Weight | 18, 500 lbs |
| Engine Power | 275 hp |
| Chipping Capacity | 12 in |
| Height | 108 in (274.3 cm) |
| Max Log Diameter | 12 in |
| Rotor Diameter | 30 in |
| Infeed System | Hydraulic |
| Feed Rate | 120 ft/min (36.6 m/min) |
| Cutting Capacity | 12 in |
| Feed System | Hydraulic |
| Discharge Height | 108 in (274.3 cm) |
Request to notify Vermeer Mfg. Co. about used machine purchase.
Details on repair, purchaser duties, and exclusions.
Specific conditions and situations not covered by the warranty.
Warranty coverage for replacement parts.
Statement on dealer warranties and manufacturer details.
Lists parts included and excluded from extended warranty.
Defines duration, model, and conditions for extended coverage.
Procedures for dealer prep including engine, hydraulics, and general checks.
Steps for delivery, operation review, and information recording.
Recording machine and engine identification numbers.
Explains DANGER, WARNING, and CAUTION signal words.
Explanation of the safety alert symbol and warnings.
Overview of basic and optional deluxe engine monitoring gauges.
How to operate the ignition switch for starting and stopping.
Controls for engine speed and engaging the cutter drum.
Detailed operation of feed roller controls like stop bars and speed adjustment.
Controls for adjusting discharge chute rotation and deflector height.
Standard engine start and cold weather starting instructions.
Guidelines for safe jump-starting and battery handling.
Step-by-step process for safely stopping the machine.
Emergency procedure for rapidly stopping the cutter drum.
Reporting defects and equipping the towing vehicle.
Adjusting hitch height and tongue length for transport.
Procedures for connecting and disconnecting the chipper from the towing vehicle.
Details on Clevis, Pintle hitches and breakaway brake systems.
Steps for cleaning and preparing the machine for transport.
Defines chipper's purpose and required operator skills.
Essential PPE and safety measures for the work area.
Preparing the machine and tips for feeding material.
Adjusting discharge chute and checking feed table safety.
Procedures for starting the engine and engaging the cutter drum.
Detailed operation of the feed roller with safety precautions.
Operation of SmartFeed and handling of chip material and size.
Troubleshooting for plugs/stalls and completing the operation.
Steps to unplug jammed feed rollers and cutter drums.
Procedure for cleaning out a plugged discharge chute.
Guidelines for maintaining safety signs on the machine.
Using the hourmeter to determine maintenance intervals.
Procedures for removing and inspecting cutting knives and bolts.
Inspecting the cutter drum and knife mounting surfaces.
Guidelines for sharpening and installing cutting knives.
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