Timberwolf TW 230VTR Manuel utilisateur

C190-0303 - Rev 1.0 EN

TW 230VTR (Diesel) Wood Chipper

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

(Original Instructions)

Published on: 05/01/2021

Document ID: C190-0303 - Revision 1.0

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Stowmarket

Suffolk

IP14 5AY

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Contents

1 Introduction 5

1.1 Thank you for choosing Timberwolf 5

1.2 Important Health and Safety Information 5

1.3 Warning or Caution Symbols 6

1.4 Hazardous Materials 6

1.5 Purpose 6

2 Product Details 7

2.1 Specification 7

2.2 Location of Parts 8

2.2.1 Parts Locator 1 8

2.2.2 Parts Locator 2 9

2.2.3 Parts Locator 3 10

2.2.4 Parts Locator 4 11

2.3 Tool Box 11

2.4 Safety Decals 12

2.5 Instruction Decals 13

2.6 Model Decals 15

2.7 Identification Plate 16

2.8 Guards 16

3 Safety Notes and Warnings 17

3.1 Safety Notices 17

3.2 Operator's Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) 17

3.3 Basic Woodchipping Safety 18

3.4 Operating Safely - You MUST 19

3.5 Operating Safely - You MUSTNOT 19

3.6 Noise Emissions 20

3.7 Vibration Data 21

4 Operating Instructions 23

4.1 Manual Controls 23

TW 230VTR (Diesel)

4.2 No Stress Control 24

4.3 Emergency Stopping 24

4.4 Discharge Controls 25

4.5 Engine Controls 26

4.6 Crawler Track Controls 27

4.6.1 Chipping Mode 27

4.6.2 Track Width Adjustment 27

4.6.3 Tracking Mode 28

4.6.4 Tracking Speed 28

4.7 Checks Before Starting 29

4.8 Starting the Engine 29

4.9 Controlling the Engine Speed 30

4.10 In-feed Safety Test 30

4.11 Chipping 31

4.12 Working in Dusty Conditions 31

4.13 Stopping the Engine 31

4.14 Blockages 32

4.15 Blade Wear 32

4.16 Check Hydraulic Oil Level 33

4.17 Check Fuel Level and Refuel 33

4.18 Feed Funnel Removal/Refit 34

4.19 Winch Operation 34

4.20 Troubleshooting 35

5 Maintenance Instructions 37

5.1 Safe Maintenance 37

5.2 Routine Servicing 38

5.2.1 Daily Servicing 38

5.2.2 Weekly Servicing 39

5.3 Spares 39

5.4 Engine Servicing 39

5.5 Safe Lifting of the Chipper 39

5.6 Battery Safety Information 40

5.7 Check and Replace Fasteners 42

5.8 Change Blades 43

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5.9 Adjust Rotor Drive Belt Tension 45

5.10 Adjust Hydraulic Pump Drive Belt Tension 45

5.11 V-Belt Tensioning Procedure 46

5.12 Change Hydraulic Oil and Filter 48

5.13 Check Hoses 48

5.14 Grease the Discharge Tube Mounting Flanges 49

5.15 Grease the Roller Box Slides 49

5.16 Grease the Roller Splines and Rotor Bearings 50

5.17 Securing the Chipper for Transport 51

5.18 Jacking the Chipper 51

5.19 Track Base Maintenance 52

5.19.1 Checking Track Tension 52

5.19.2 Checking the Rubber Tracks 53

5.19.3 Lubricate Variable Track Base Slides 54

5.19.4 Adjusting Track Tension 55

5.19.5 Removing the Rubber Tracks 56

5.19.6 Fitting the Rubber Tracks 56

6 Electrical System 57

7 Hydraulic System 59

8 Storage 61

8.1 Preparing for Storage 61

8.2 Storage Conditions 61

8.3 3-Monthly Storage Checks 61

8.4 6-Monthly Storage Checks 62

8.5 12-Monthly Storage Checks 62

8.6 Recommissioning after Storage 62

9 Dismantling and Disposal 65

10 Declaration of Conformity 67

11 Notes 69

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1 Introduction

1.1 Thank you for choosing Timberwolf

Timberwolf wood chippers are designed to give safe and dependable service if operated in

accordance with the instructions.

This manual should be considered an important part of the machine and should

remain with it if the machine is resold.

This manual covers the operation and maintenance of the Timberwolf TW 230VTR and the

optional Timberwolf Safety Plus Kit. All information in this manual is based on the latest

product information available at the time of purchase.

All the information you need to operate the machine safely and effectively is contained

within this manual.

Ensure that all operators are properly trained for operating the TW 230VTR, especially in

safe working practices.

Timberwolf's policy of regularly reviewing and improving our products may involve major or

minor changes to this TW 230VTR or its accessories. Timberwolf reserves the right to

make changes at any time without notice and without incurring any obligation.

Due to improvements in design and performance during production, there may be, in some

cases, minor discrepancies between the actual TW 230VTR and the text in this manual.

All TW 230VTR chippers have a full pre-delivery inspection before leaving the factory and

are ready to use.

1.2 Important Health and Safety Information

Before using your new chipper, please take time to read this manual. Failure to do so could

result in:

• personal injury.

• equipment damage.

• damage to property.

• 3rd party injuries.

TW 230VTR (Diesel)

1.3 Warning or Caution Symbols

Be aware of these symbols and where shown, carefully follow the instructions.

These symbols indicate important safety messages in this manual. When you see these

symbols, be alert to the possibility of injury to yourself or others and carefully read the

message that follows.

Always follow safe operating and maintenance practices.

1.4 Hazardous Materials

The following hazardous materials are present within the TW 230VTR:

• Engine oil • Battery acid • Diesel

• Grease • Hydraulic oil • Copper Ease

• Loctite • Coolant

MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEETS FOR THESE HAZARDOUS MATERIALS ARE

AVAILABLE ON REQUEST. REFER TO THESE FOR FIRST AID AND FIRE

PROTECTION MEASURES.

Always follow recommended procedures for safe handling, removal and disposal of

hazardous materials. Safety precautions should be taken when handling hazardous

materials. The use of oil-resistant gloves and safety glasses is recommended. Avoid direct

contact with the substance. Store in a cool, well ventilated area. Avoid sources of ignition,

strong oxidising agents and strong acids. Ensure hazardous spillages do not flow into the

ground or drainage system. Ensure potential environmental damage is controlled safely,

according to local laws.

1.5 Purpose

The TW 230VTR is designed to chip solid wood material up to 160 mm (6 inches) in

diameter and is capable of chipping over 4 tonnes of brushwood per hour.

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2 Product Details

This chapter contains the specifications of the TW 230VTR.

It shows the locations of the main components of the chipper, lists all the decals used on the

machine, and describes the purpose of the various guarding assemblies.

2.1 Specification

The specifications of the TW 230VTR are shown in Table 1.

Overall Height 2225 mm

Height with Discharge Tube Removed 1365 mm

Length with tray and step up 2635 mm

Length with tray and step down 3550 mm

Width with tracks out 1302 mm

Width with tracks in 1120 mm

Width with tracks in and funnel removed 812 mm

Overall Weight 1294 Kg (Without Winch)

Engine Type Kubota 4-cylinder diesel

Maximum Power 18.5 kW (24.8 hp)

Cooling Method Water cooled

Starting Method Electric

Roller feed Twin hydraulic motors

Maximum Material Diameter 160 mm (6 inches)

Fuel Capacity 36 litres

Hydraulic Oil Capacity 15 litres

Maximum Material Processing Capacity 4 tonnes/hr

Fuel Type Diesel

Table 1 - Specifications

TW 230VTR (Diesel)

2.2 Location of Parts

2.2.1 Parts Locator 1

1 Discharge tube 12 Rotor housing blade access hatch

2 Discharge bucket 13 Winch (optional)

3 Roller box guard 14 Hydraulic motor guard

4 Air intake 15 Reflector (both sides)

5 Exhaust 16 Control box (both sides)

6 Throttle lever 17 Safety bar

7 Driving control panel 18 In-feed funnel

8 Driving platform 19 Push stick (Timberwolf Safety Plus Kit)

9 Engine bay side panel (both sides) 20 Emergency stop (Timberwolf Safety Plus Kit)

10 Rotor housing 21 Manual canister

11 Winch controls (optional) 22 Discharge tube clamp

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