Woods Equipment TCH4500 manual Safety Rules, Training, Preparation, Operation

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SAFETY RULES

ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!

Safety is a primary concern in the design and manufacture of our products. Unfortunately, our efforts to provide safe equipment can be wiped out by an operator’s single careless act.

In addition to the design and configuration of equipment, hazard control and accident preven- tion are dependent upon the awareness, con- cern, judgement, and proper training of personnel involved in the operation, transport, maintenance, and storage of equipment.

It has been said, “The best safety device is an informed, careful operator.” We ask you to be that kind of operator.

TRAINING

„Safety instructions are important! Read all attachment and power unit manuals; follow all safety rules and safety decal information. (Replace- ment manuals and safety decals are available from your dealer. To locate your nearest dealer, check the Dealer Locator at www.WoodsEquipment.com, or in the United States and Canada call 1-800-319- 6637.) Failure to follow instructions or safety rules can result in serious injury or death.

„If you do not understand any part of this manual and need assistance, see your dealer.

„Know your controls and how to stop engine and attachment quickly in an emergency.

„Operators must be instructed in and be capable of the safe operation of the equipment, its attach- ments, and all controls. Do not allow anyone to operate this equipment without proper instructions.

„Never allow children or untrained persons to operate equipment.

PREPARATION

„Check that all hardware is properly installed. Always tighten to torque chart specifications unless instructed otherwise in this manual.

„Always wear relatively tight and belted clothing to avoid getting caught in moving parts. Wear sturdy, rough-soled work shoes and protective equipment for eyes, hair, hands, hearing, and head; and respirator or filter mask where appropriate.

„Wear safety glasses and hearing protection at all times when operating this machine.

„Make sure attachment is properly secured, adjusted, and in good operating condition.

„Make sure spring-activated locking pin or collar slides freely and is seated firmly in tractor PTO spline groove.

„Make sure all safety decals are installed. Replace if damaged. (See Safety Decals section for location.)

„Make sure shields and guards are properly installed and in good condition. Replace if damaged.

OPERATION

„Keep bystanders at least 50 feet away from area of operation.

„Do not allow bystanders in the area when oper- ating, attaching, removing, assembling, or servic- ing equipment.

„Do not put chipper into service unless all shields and guards are in place and in good condi- tion. Replace if damaged.

„Do not operate or transport equipment while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

„Operate only in daylight or good artificial light.

„Do not operate chipper on a paved, concrete, or hard gravel surface which can cause discharged material to rebound and kick back.

„Make sure the cutting chamber is empty before starting the machine.

„Keep hands, feet, hair, and clothing away from equipment while engine is running. Stay clear of all moving parts.

„Never allow riders on power unit or attachment.

„Always sit in power unit seat when operating controls or starting engine. Securely fasten seat belt, place transmission in neutral, engage brake, and ensure all other controls are disengaged before starting power unit engine.

„Shift tractor transmission into park or neutral and set brakes before engaging PTO and chipper.

„Operate tractor PTO at 540 RPM. Do not exceed.

„Do not operate or transport on steep slopes.

„Use extreme care and reduce ground speed on slopes and rough terrain.

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TCH4500 Safety Rules (7/8//2005)

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Contents Operators To the Dealer IntroductionLEA EL Instructivo Table of ContentsGeneral Information SpecificationsSafety Rules SafetyTraining PreparationTransportation MaintenanceStorage Safety & Instructional Decals SafetyShield Missing Safety Be Careful Operation OperationChipper PRE-OPERATION Attaching Chipper to TractorStarting the Chipper Tractor StabilityStopping the Chipper Clearing Plugged DiskOperating Technique CleaningStoring Chipper After Each UseOwners Responsibility PRE-OPERATION Check ListService ServiceService and Maintenance Schedule LubricationChipper Blades Install Disk LockBlade Servicing Blade InstallationBlade Removal & Cutting Edge Reversal Blade InspectionBlade Clearance Drive Belt AdjustmentDrive Belt Front Drive BeltRear Drive Belt Front Belt InstallationTroubleshooting TroubleshootingTroubleshooting Assembly Instructions AssemblyInstall 3-POINT Hitch Pins Install Chipper HopperHinge Latch Installed Install Discharge Tube Optional Install SMV SignShorten Driveline Dealer Check Lists Dealer Check ListsPRE-DELIVERY Check List Delivery Check ListParts TCH4500 Base AssemblyParts TCH4500 Base Assembly Parts ListChipper Upper Assembly TCH4500 Chipper Upper Assembly Parts List TCH4500 Chipper Hopper Assembly TCH4500 Discharge Tube KIT Optional TCH4500 Chipper Hopper Assembly Parts ListTCH4500 & 5000 Chipper Driveline Assembly SAE Series Torque Chart Bolt Torque ChartAppendix Metric SeriesAbbreviations Bolt Size ChartWarranty Woods Equipment Company