Echo CH8540 Owner's Manual
8 inch chipper 540 pto gravity feed
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- Page 1 8 INCH CHIPPER CH8540 – 540 PTO Gravity Feed PN: 16812 Rev. 010117 bearcatproducts.com Companion to 12141 Range: G05351 - M00346...
- Page 2 Please read and understand this manual before operating your machine. If you have any questions or comments about this manual, please call us toll-free at 888.625.4520. If you have any questions or problems with your machine, please call or write your local authorized ECHO Bear Cat dealer.
- Page 3 Repair or attempted repair by anyone other than an authorized ECHO Bear Cat dealer as well as subsequent failure or damage that may occur as a result of that work will not be paid under this warranty.
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY ................................... 1 1.1 SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL ..............................1 1.2 BEFORE OPERATING ................................1 1.3 OPERATION SAFETY ................................2 1.4 PTO SAFETY ..................................3 1.5 MAINTENANCE/STORAGE SAFETY ..........................3 1.6 SAFETY DECALS ................................. 4 1.7 SAFETY DECAL LOCATIONS ............................. 5 ASSEMBLY................................ -
Page 5: Safety
SAFETY Section 1.1 SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL 1.2 BEFORE OPERATING 1. Read and understand this owner’s manual. Be completely familiar with the controls and the proper use of this equipment. The Owner/Operator’s manual uses this symbol to alert you of potential hazards. Whenever you see this symbol, 2. -
Page 6: Operation Safety
SAFETY 11. Always use an approved fuel container. Do not 5. Check cutting chamber to verify it is empty before remove gas cap or add fuel when engine is running. starting the machine. Add fuel to a cool engine only. 6. -
Page 7: Pto Safety
SAFETY 1.4 PTO SAFETY 1.5 MAINTENANCE/STORAGE SAFETY 1. Read and follow instructions on PTO safety decals. 1. Before inspecting, servicing, storing, or changing an accessory, shut off the machine and make sure 2. Stay alert and pay attention when PTO is operating. all moving parts have come to a complete stop. -
Page 8: Safety Decals
SAFETY 1.6 SAFETY DECALS See Section 1.7 for decal locations. Familiarize yourself with all of the safety and operating decals on the machine and the associated hazards. See the engine owner’s manual or contact the engine manufacturer for engine safety instructions and decals. -
Page 9: Safety Decal Locations
SAFETY 1.7 SAFETY DECAL LOCATIONS The numbers below correspond to the decals in Section 1.6. Make certain that all safety and operating decals on this machine are kept clean and in good condition. Decals that need replacement must be applied to their original locations. CH8540XE MODEL SHOWN *Decal located under shield 8 INCH CHIPPER... -
Page 10: Assembly
ASSEMBLY Section WARNING If any bolts or nuts are dropped in the machine, be sure to remove them before starting the machine. 2.1 ATTACH CHUTE 1. Remove chipper from shipping crate. Place unit on WARNING a level surface before assembling. See the Torque Chart in Section 7 for the recommended torque for Do not operate this unit without the chipper chute tightening bolts and screws. -
Page 11: Attach Discharge Tube
ASSEMBLY 2.2 ATTACH DISCHARGE TUBE 1. Attach one clamping ring (1) and one spacer ring (2) NOTE to discharge tube base (3) using three 3/8" × 1-1/4" bolts (4) and nylock nuts (5). Tighten leaving 1/16" Keep nuts as tight as possible while allowing the gap to assist in mounting to flange. -
Page 12: Connect To Pto Driveline
ASSEMBLY 2.3 CONNECT TO PTO DRIVELINE The driveline supplied with this machine may need to be 6. Remove driveline pieces (for ease of cutting) and cut cut to a shorter length for proper operation with the tractor ONLY the outer and inner plastic tubes. being used. -
Page 13: Features & Controls
FEATURES & CONTROLS Section Understanding how your machine works will help you achieve the best results when using your chipper. The following descriptions define the features and controls of your machine. 1. CHUTE EXTENSION TRAY CE compliant models. The feed chute has an extension tray that folds down. 2. - Page 14 FEATURES & CONTROLS CH8540XE MODEL 8 INCH CHIPPER...
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Page 15: Operation
OPERATION Section As with any other piece of outdoor equipment, getting the WARNING feel for how your machine operates and getting to know the best techniques for particular jobs are important to Move machine to a clear, level area outdoors before overall good performance. -
Page 16: Chipper Operation Guidelines
OPERATION 4.3 CHIPPER OPERATION GUIDELINES WARNING WARNING Read and follow all safety instructions in this manual. To prevent personal injury or property damage: shut Failure to operate the machine in accordance with off engine and make sure that all moving parts have the safety instructions MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL come to a complete stop before servicing, adjusting, INJURY! -
Page 17: Service & Maintenance
SERVICE & MAINTENANCE Section 5.1 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE The items listed in this service and maintenance schedule are to be checked, and if necessary, corrective action taken. This schedule is designed for units operating under normal conditions. If the unit is operating in adverse or severe conditions, it may be necessary for the items to be checked and serviced more frequently. -
Page 18: Rotor Lock
SERVICE & MAINTENANCE WARNING BEFORE INSPECTING OR SERVICING ANY PART OF THIS MACHINE, SHUT OFF POWER SOURCE, AND MAKE SURE ALL MOVING PARTS HAVE COME TO A COMPLETE STOP. 2. To raise the access cover, remove the chipper housing 5.2 ROTOR LOCK access weldment and nylock nuts that secure the cover to the chipper housing. -
Page 19: Removing The Blades
SERVICE & MAINTENANCE WARNING BEFORE INSPECTING OR SERVICING ANY PART OF THIS MACHINE, SHUT OFF POWER SOURCE, AND MAKE SURE ALL MOVING PARTS HAVE COME TO A COMPLETE STOP. 4. Use short grinding times and cool with water or some 5.5 REMOVING THE BLADES type of liquid coolant. -
Page 20: Clearing A Plugged Rotor
SERVICE & MAINTENANCE WARNING BEFORE INSPECTING OR SERVICING ANY PART OF THIS MACHINE, SHUT OFF POWER SOURCE, AND MAKE SURE ALL MOVING PARTS HAVE COME TO A COMPLETE STOP. 2. Loosen the three 1/2 inch bolts that hold the chipper 5.9 CLEARING A PLUGGED ROTOR anvil to the frame. -
Page 21: Rotor Bearings
SERVICE & MAINTENANCE WARNING BEFORE INSPECTING OR SERVICING ANY PART OF THIS MACHINE, SHUT OFF POWER SOURCE, AND MAKE SURE ALL MOVING PARTS HAVE COME TO A COMPLETE STOP. 13. Reinstall the rear rotor protective cap. Slide the 5.11 ROTOR BEARINGS bushing on and tighten set screw, then slide the sheave on. -
Page 22: Lubrication
SERVICE & MAINTENANCE WARNING BEFORE INSPECTING OR SERVICING ANY PART OF THIS MACHINE, SHUT OFF POWER SOURCE, AND MAKE SURE ALL MOVING PARTS HAVE COME TO A COMPLETE STOP. 5.13 LUBRICATION Lubricate the machine periodically with a lithium-based WARNING grease. Extreme working conditions will require more frequent greasing. -
Page 23: Troubleshooting
Before performing any of the corrections in this troubleshooting chart, refer to the appropriate information contained in this manual for the correct safety precautions and operating or maintenance procedures. Contact your dealer or ECHO Bear Cat for service problems with the machine. -
Page 24: Specifications
SPECIFICATIONS Section DESCRIPTION ENGLISH METRIC Machine dimensions (L × W × H) 53" × 49" × 93" 135 cm × 124 cm × 236 cm Weight 886 lbs. 402 kg Max chipper capacity 8" diameter 20.3 cm diameter Chipper blades 4 reversible (5"... -
Page 25: Bolt Torque
SPECIFICATIONS 7.1 BOLT TORQUE The tables below are for reference purposes only and their use by anyone is entirely voluntary, unless otherwise noted. Reliance on their content for any purpose is at the sole risk of that person and any loss or damage resulting from the use of this information is the responsibility of that person. -
Page 26: Options
OPTIONS Section PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION 71725-00 KIT, LOW PROFILE DISCHARGE CHUTE 76293-00 KIT, CHIPPER BLADE (1/2 INCH) Low Profile Discharge Chute, 71725-00 Chipper Blade Kit, 76293-00 8 INCH CHIPPER... - Page 27 ECHO Bear Cat ® bearcatproducts.com 237 NW 12th Street, West Fargo, ND 58078-0849 Phone: 701.282.5520 • Toll Free: 888.625.4520 • Fax: 701.282.9522 E-mail: service@bearcatproducts.com • sales@bearcatproducts.com...