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HTH622B SIII
Harvester Head
WA133326 31MAY22 (ENGLISH)
COPYRIGHT® 2022 WARATAH NZ LIMITED
T
okoroa, New Zealand
All Rights Reserved
LITHO IN NEW ZEALAND
Operator’s Manual

Table of Contents

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waratah HTH622B SIII Specifications

General IconGeneral
ModelHTH622B SIII
CategoryFarm Equipment
TypeHarvester Head
Drive SystemHydraulic
Maximum Cutting Diameter620 mm
Feed Speed5.2 m/s
Knife TypeFixed
Compatible WithExcavators and Forestry Machines

Summary

General Information and Warranty

Foreword

Provides introductory information and guidance for operating the manual.

General Information

Overview of the manual's purpose and accuracy disclaimer.

Manual Replacement

Instructions on how to reorder the operator's manual.

Warranty Details

Details the terms, coverage, and validity of the product warranty.

Copyright and Rights

States ownership of original instructions and reservation of rights.

Avoid Unauthorised Machine Modifications

Warns against modifications that void warranty and affect integrity.

Safety: General Precautions

Read Manuals Before Operating

Emphasizes the importance of reading and understanding all relevant manuals.

Wear Protective Equipment

Details essential personal protective equipment for safe operation.

Operator Risk and Qualifications

Highlights the need for qualified personnel and general safety compliance.

Driving Precautions

Provides guidelines for safe vehicle operation and movement.

Steep Slopes Operation

Advises on safe practices when operating on inclines to prevent toppling.

Keep Personnel Off the Harvester Head

Instructs to keep unauthorized personnel away from the harvester head.

Prevent Debris from Hitting the Cab

Advises on directing stems and debris away from the operator's cab.

Take Care when Moving the Harvester Head

Warns about potential damage and injury during harvester head maneuvers.

Carrier Class and Head Type Considerations

Discusses considerations for selecting a suitable carrier for the harvester head.

Operator Protective Structures (OPS/ROPS)

Explains the necessity of OPS and ROPS for operator protection.

Inspect the Harvester Head

Outlines daily inspection procedures for damage and safety device functionality.

Prevent Fires Safely

Provides guidelines for safe handling of fuel and preventing fires.

Dispose of Waste Properly

Advises on the environmentally safe disposal of machine-related waste.

Safety: Maintenance Precautions

Prepare for Service Safety

Steps to ensure safety before performing maintenance or service work.

Service Safety Procedures

General safety rules and precautions for performing maintenance.

Waratah Key Switch Control (Three-position)

Explains the operation and functions of the three-position key switch.

Waratah Switch Control (Two-position)

Describes the operation of the two-position Waratah switch.

Lockable Battery Disconnect Switch

Details the standard and optional battery disconnect switch configurations.

Activate Manual Mode

Step-by-step guide to activating manual mode using TimberRite H-16.

Carrier Reset and Interlock Systems

Information on carrier reset switches and hydraulic interlocks.

H-16 Controller Power

Explains the power networks for the H-16 system.

Hydraulic Repair Safety

Safety measures and hazards associated with hydraulic systems.

Welding Repairs Safety

Precautions for performing welding on the equipment.

Accumulator Repair Safety

Safety warnings related to pressurized accumulator systems.

Slotted Link (Optional Feature) Safety

Safety advice regarding the optional slotted link feature.

Chain Shot Guard Inspection

Guidelines for inspecting and maintaining the chain shot guard.

Safety: Operation Precautions

General Operation Precautions

Covers general safety rules for operating in work zones.

Starting Operation Procedures

Steps to take before beginning an operation in a new location.

General Operation Safety

Basic safety rules for operating the harvester head.

Work Zone Safety

Safety measures related to defining and maintaining the work zone.

Operation Clearance Safety

Maintaining safe distances from power lines and restricted areas.

Finishing Operation Procedures

Procedures for safely shutting down and exiting the machine.

Avoid Work Site Hazards

Identifies and advises on avoiding common work site hazards.

Avoid Chain Shot Hazards

Explains chain shot and precautions to prevent injury.

Operating Safely

General rules for operating the harvester head safely and efficiently.

Processing Safely

Safety considerations during the processing phase of harvesting.

Bucking and Piling Safety

Safe practices for bucking logs and creating piles.

Safety: Safety Signs and Labels

Safety Label Explanations

Explains the meaning of safety signs and labels used on the equipment.

Read and Understand Manuals

Reinforces the importance of reading manuals for safety.

Lock the Tilt Frame

Procedure to lock the tilt frame during servicing for safety.

Lock the Pilot Interlock Valve

Importance of locking the pilot interlock valve before maintenance.

Never Stand on the Harvester Head

Warning against standing on the harvester head due to instability.

Stay Clear of the Saw Chain

Emphasizes staying clear of the active saw chain.

Keep Away from the Pinch Area

Advises caution around potential pinch points on the harvester head.

Do Not Stare into the Laser Beam

Warning about the laser sensor and eye safety.

Beware of Chain Shot

Details chain shot hazards and necessary precautions and guards.

Precautions: Processing on the Landing

Safety measures for processing trees on the landing area.

Precautions: Tree Felling

Safety guidelines specific to tree felling operations.

Take Care With Electrical Welding

Precautions for welding on electrical equipment.

Do Not Operate Unless Seated

Mandates operating only while seated for stability and control.

Key Ring Caution and ID

Information and caution regarding the key ring tag.

Cab Labels (Two-position Waratah Switch)

Explains various warning labels found inside the operator's cab.

Operation: General Operation

General Operation Guidelines

Guides on operating the harvester head efficiently and safely.

Planning Area Preparation

Emphasizes the importance of site planning for harvesting operations.

Pre-Operation Preparation

Steps to prepare the harvester head and carrier before operation.

Operation: Clear-cut Harvesting

Felling Techniques

Discusses the felling stage in clear-fell harvesting.

Felling Process

Details the steps and techniques for felling trees.

Delimbing Procedure

Explains the process of removing branches from felled trees.

Fall and Delimb Method

Describes combining felling and delimbing for efficiency.

Operation: Thinning Techniques

Plantation Out Row Harvesting

Describes harvesting in plantation rows.

Cut-to-Length at Stump

Technique for cutting trees to specific lengths at the stump.

Full Tree Thinning

Method for thinning trees while keeping them full length.

Select Thinning Method

Technique for selective thinning of trees in a stand.

Operation: Processing

Processing General Safety

General safety and procedural points for processing trees.

Debarking Process

Describes the process of removing bark from trees.

Measuring Stems

Procedures for accurate length and diameter measuring of stems.

Operation: Cutting

Cutting General Guidelines

General guidelines and considerations for cutting trees.

Using the Main Saw Unit

Instructions and safety for operating the main saw unit.

Using the Top Saw Unit

Instructions and safety for operating the optional top saw unit.

Operation: Special Techniques

Use of Double Cuts

Technique for making double cuts for controlled felling.

Quarter Cutting Method

Method of using quarter cuts for felling control.

Falling Multi-leaders

Techniques for felling trees with multiple leaders.

Felling on Hillsides

Specific considerations for felling trees on sloped terrain.

Operation: Miscellaneous

Unattended Harvester Head Procedures

Procedures for leaving the harvester head unattended.

Delimbing Multi-leaders

Methods for delimbing trees with multiple leaders.

Maintenance: Fluids and Lubricants

Recommended Hydraulic System Fluid

Guidance on selecting the correct hydraulic fluid.

Chain Oil Specifications

Details on chain oil types, viscosity, and reservoir capacity.

Grease Recommendations

Explains the importance of greasing and recommended lubricants.

Greasing Procedure

Step-by-step guide for greasing various points on the head.

Grease Point Location: Link

Identifies greasing points for different link options.

Grease Point Location: Rotator

Identifies greasing points for the rotator assembly.

Grease Point Location: Tilt Frame Main Pin

Identifies greasing points for the tilt frame main pin.

Grease Point Location: Tilt Cylinder

Identifies greasing points for the tilt cylinder.

Grease Point Location: Top Saw Unit

Identifies greasing points for the top saw unit.

Grease Point Location: Upper Delimb Arms

Identifies greasing points for the upper delimb arms.

Grease Point Location: Feed Arms

Identifies greasing points for the feed arms.

Grease Point Location: Length-measuring Unit

Identifies greasing points for the length-measuring unit.

Grease Point Location: Feed Unit

Identifies greasing points for the feed unit.

Grease Point Location: Main Saw Unit (3/4" Saw)

Identifies greasing points for the 3/4" main saw unit.

Grease Point Location: Main Saw Unit (SuperCut 100)

Identifies greasing points for the SuperCut 100 main saw unit.

Maintenance: Schedule

Periodic Maintenance Record

Provides a chart for recording periodic maintenance tasks.

Maintenance: Every 8 Hours or Daily

Daily maintenance checks and lubrication tasks.

Maintenance: Every 50 Hours or Weekly

Weekly maintenance tasks and component checks.

Maintenance: Every 200-250 Hours or Monthly

Monthly maintenance checks and torque specifications.

Maintenance: Every 1000 Hours or 6 Months

Semi-annual maintenance tasks and checks.

Maintenance: Every 2000 Hours or Annually

Annual maintenance tasks and inspections.

Maintenance: General

Top Saw Maintenance

Specific maintenance procedures for the top saw unit.

Main Saw Maintenance

Specific maintenance procedures for the main saw unit.

Fault-Finding General Principles

General approach and principles for troubleshooting equipment faults.

Unified Inch Bolt and Cap Screw Torque Values

Table of torque values for inch-based fasteners.

Metric Bolt and Cap Screw Torque Values

Table of torque values for metric fasteners.

Additional Metric Cap Screw Torque Values

Further torque specifications for metric cap screws.

Miscellaneous: Carrier Operations

Welding on the Carrier or Harvester Head

Detailed safety and procedural steps for welding operations.

Using Booster Batteries

Instructions for safely jump-starting the carrier using booster batteries.

Miscellaneous: Measurements

Metric and Imperial Unit Expressions

A glossary of common measurement units and their symbols.

Miscellaneous: Specification Conversion

Unit Conversion Factors

Provides conversion factors between metric and imperial units.

Miscellaneous: Wood Measurement

Wood Measurement Equivalents

Equivalence chart for different wood measurement units.

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