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Vermeer BC1200XL User Manual

Vermeer BC1200XL
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BC1200XL Brush Chipper
BC1200XL_o2_00
Serial No. 1001 -
Order No. 105400BZ3
Cabled Order No. 163698121
Operator’s
Manual

Table of Contents

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Vermeer BC1200XL Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandVermeer
ModelBC1200XL
CategoryChipper
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Vermeer Limited Warranty

Extended Limited Warranty Rider

Safety Messages

Safety Symbol Explanation

Explains the meaning of various safety symbols used in the manual.

Controls

Engine Monitors (Tier 3/Stage IIIA)

Description of engine monitoring gauges and lights for Tier 3 engines.

Engine Monitors (Tier 4 Interim/Stage IIIB)

Description of engine monitoring gauges and lights for Tier 4 engines.

Feed Roller Controls

Operations and safety features related to the feed rollers.

Lower Feed Stop Bar

Safety bar that stops feed rollers when pressed.

Winch Controls (BC1200XL Only)

Operations and safety features for the optional winch system.

Winch Controls - Left Side Option

Winch operations specific to the left-side control configuration.

Starting Procedure

Starting the Engine

Step-by-step guide for starting the machine's engine.

Jump-Starting: Battery Explosion Safety

Safety precautions to prevent battery explosions during jump-starting.

Jump-Starting: Battery Burns Safety

Safety precautions to prevent burns from battery acid.

Jump-Starting Procedure

Step-by-step instructions for safely jump-starting the machine.

Shutdown Procedure

Stopping the Machine

Standard procedure for safely shutting down the brush chipper.

Quick Stop Procedure

Procedure for rapidly stopping the cutter drum in an emergency.

Transporting the Brush Chipper

Preparing the Brush Chipper and Work Area

Intended Use

Defines the proper application and purpose of the brush chipper.

Operator Qualifications

Requirements and capabilities for operating the brush chipper safely.

Personal Protection

Recommended personal protective equipment for operating the machine.

Prepare the Work Area

Steps to ensure the work area is safe and clear before operation.

Operating the Brush Chipper

Cutter Drum - Engage

Steps to engage the cutter drum for chipping operations.

Feed Roller Operation

Safe and effective methods for feeding material into the rollers.

Lower Feed Stop Bar and Side Feed Stop Bars

Operation and importance of safety stop bars for feed rollers.

SmartFeed Operation

Chip Material Handling

Operating the Optional Winch

Winch Operation Safety

Critical safety warnings and guidelines for operating the winch.

Removing Plugs from the Brush Chipper

Feed Roller - Unplug

Procedure for clearing blockages from the feed roller.

Cutter Drum - Unplug

Procedure for clearing blockages from the cutter drum.

Maintenance Intervals

Knife and Drum Maintenance

Knife Removal

Step-by-step instructions for safely removing the chipper knives.

Knife Inspection

Procedures for inspecting chipper knives for cracks and distortion.

Bolt Inspection

Guidelines for inspecting and replacing knife mounting bolts.

Knife Sharpening

Recommended angles, grit, and coolant for sharpening chipper knives.

Knife Installation

Steps for correctly installing chipper knives, including torque specifications.

Engine Fault Codes (110/120-HP Engine)

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