Hansa C5 Operation, Maintenance And Safety Manual

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All operators must fully read and understand
this operator's manual before using the chipper.
Keep this manual for future reference.
HANSA NEW ZEALAND
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  • Page 1 Operation, maintenance and safety manual All operators must fully read and understand this operator’s manual before using the chipper. Keep this manual for future reference. HANSA NEW ZEALAND HANSA AUSTRALIA HANSA NEW ZEALAND HANSA AUSTRALIA +64 7 849 4749 info@hansaproducts.co.nz 1800 248 199 admin@hansachippers.com.au...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    ....................................17 ELT REPLACEMENT ..................................... 18 OLT TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS ..................................19 DECALS ....................................... 20 HANSA GLOBAL INDUSTRIAL LIMITED WARRANTY ........................21 COMMISSIONING CHECKLIST AND REGISTRATION ........................23 Hansa C5 O&M Manual - OM-025 Revision A 13/02/20 © Hansa Chippers 2020...
  • Page 3: What Can My Hansa Chipper Process

    What can my Hansa chipper process? Intended uses of the chipper The Hansa C5 chipper is built to process organic material including wooden branches not exceeding 60 mm in diameter. It is designed for intermittent use by the suburban gardener.
  • Page 4 Axle Fastener pack Box 2 contains: ✓ The inlet chute ✓ A fastener pack containing parts required for assembly ✓ Documentation (Hansa operations manual, warranty card and Honda motor manual) Documentation Inlet chute Contents in box 2 Fastener pack Hansa C5 O&M Manual - OM-025 Revision A 13/02/2020...
  • Page 5: Assembly

    Once both clamping plates are in position, place the axle on top of the bolts between the housing and clamping plate. The axle will rest on the shanks on the bolts (as per the image). Hansa C5 O&M Manual - OM-025 Revision A 13/02/2020 © Hansa Chippers 2020...
  • Page 6: Safety

    Relevant information is contained in this manual. Do NOT modify the design of the chipper. Hansa C5 O&M Manual - OM-025 Revision A 13/02/2020 © Hansa Chippers 2020...
  • Page 7: Operator Competency

    Take care when handling petrol, oil and grease harmful vapours Wash skin if contaminated with petrol, oil or grease Do NOT refuel the chipper in enclosed areas Hansa C5 O&M Manual - OM-025 Revision A 13/02/2020 © Hansa Chippers 2020...
  • Page 8: Operation

    That the fuel cap is secured and there is no fuel leaking from the tank That all chipper components are in place and in good condition  If any parts are worn or damaged, contact Hansa for replacements That the inlet chute and housing are clear of any leftover material That all labels are in good condition and easily legible ...
  • Page 9: Safe Operating Procedure

     They bounce and spin in the inlet chute Feed short stubby pieces together with longer pieces Feed branches that are too large  The chipper can easily stall Hansa C5 O&M Manual - OM-025 Revision A 13/02/2020 © Hansa Chippers 2020...
  • Page 10: Starting Procedure

    (“on” position) Turn the throttle lever to the Throttle “max” position. lever (“max” position) Pull cord Pull the pull cord in one smooth motion to start the engine. Hansa C5 O&M Manual - OM-025 Revision A 13/02/2020 © Hansa Chippers 2020...
  • Page 11: Shutdown Procedure

    Processing fibrous material The C5 can process palm fronds, flax, cabbage tree leaves and other similar fibrous material. The machine’s cutting disk is cantilevered (supported on the engine side with two bearings), therefore there is no risk of anything fibrous wrapping around the shaft and working its way into the bearings.
  • Page 12: Storage

    Transportation The C5 is designed to be moved by one person using both handles at the top of the inlet chute to lean the chipper backwards and transfer its weight onto the wheels. The chipper can then be wheeled to and from the work location.
  • Page 13: Maintenance

    ✓ Check condition of the belt guard  A damaged guard must be replaced by an identical or equivalent guard immediately  It is recommended to contact Hansa for a replacement guard. Knife re-sharpening and knife replacement How do I know that the knives need re-sharpening? ...
  • Page 14: Remove The Knife For Sharpening

     Blunt knives result in damage to the chipper How to re-sharpen the knives: If you don’t have a surface grinder or are unsure how to re-sharpen the knives, contact a professional saw doctor or Hansa to arrange re-sharpening. WARNING! Be careful when working around the sharp knives. Be aware that even though the engine is switched off, the cutting means can still move.
  • Page 15: Sharpen The Knives

    Note: When blades are sharpened, material is removed from the blades, affecting the distribution of weight in the rotor. The rotor must be balanced appropriately after blade sharpening, as per the method outlined below: Hansa C5 O&M Manual - OM-025 Revision A 13/02/2020 © Hansa Chippers 2020...
  • Page 16 3 mm on the outside closest to the edge of the rotor (refer to diagram for more detail). Ensure Anvil you are using the outer blade for calibrating these distances. Hansa C5 O&M Manual - OM-025 Revision A 13/02/2020 © Hansa Chippers 2020...
  • Page 17: Engine Servicing

    WARNING! Every time the knife clamping bolts are torqued up to 22 Nm and loosened off again, the life of the bolts is reduced. The knife clamping bolts must be replaced at most after every six sharpens. Contact Hansa for replacement bolts (m8x25 countersunk bolts of grade 12.9 or higher).
  • Page 18: Belt Tension

    The belt should flex by 5 mm when firmly pressing on it. Hansa C5 O&M Manual - OM-025 Revision A 13/02/2020 © Hansa Chippers 2020...
  • Page 19: Belt Replacement

    Note: Engine not shown in this view Using two 13 mm spanners, unbolt and remove the engine (4 x M8 nuts). Replace the belt (A21 vee belt). Hansa C5 O&M Manual - OM-025 Revision A 13/02/2020 © Hansa Chippers 2020...
  • Page 20: Bolt Torque

    Relative Strength Bolt Marking Recommended Tightening Torque Recommended Tightening Torque Bolt size Spanner size lb ft lb ft 13 mm 16 mm 12.5 18 mm 24 mm 30 mm Hansa C5 O&M Manual - OM-025 Revision A 13/02/2020 © Hansa Chippers 2020...
  • Page 21: Specifications

    Feed System Chipping capacity 60 mm Feed type Gravity fed, self-feeding Inlet chute opening 100 x 130 mm Discharge System Discharge height 600 mm Outlet chute type Fixed Hansa C5 O&M Manual - OM-025 Revision A 13/02/2020 © Hansa Chippers 2020...
  • Page 22: Decals

    General machine safety and inlet chute considerations Side of inlet chute Belt guard hazard Rotor Housing front, next to the belt guard Outlet chute and deflector safety Outlet deflector Hansa C5 O&M Manual - OM-025 Revision A 13/02/2020 © Hansa Chippers 2020...
  • Page 23: Hansa Global Industrial Limited Warranty

    HANSA offers a special extended warranty period (“Extended Warranty”) to new HANSA products purchased from an authorised HANSA dealer. The Extended Warranty period is set out below. In order to take advantage of the Extended Warranty you must: 1. Register your HANSA product through the HANSA warranty registration process and identify your HANSA product by its machine serial number.
  • Page 24 General 1. Your rights: a. HANSA will recognise any implied rights and remedies that are available to you at law in the applicable territory and that cannot be excluded by HANSA. b. In New Zealand, Hansa Products Ltd will recognise your statutory rights under the Consumers Guarantee Act 1993 (provided that you are a consumer for the purposes of that Act).
  • Page 25: Commissioning Checklist And Registration

    Commissioning checklist and registration It is the retailers’ responsibility to ensure that this chipper is correctly commissioned for use, and that the purchase is registered with Hansa Chippers so as to provide the owner with the full benefit of the warranty policy.

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