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Morbark, Inc.
*REFER TO CHECK SHEET FIRST
76340-241
1/99
1/99

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  • Page 1 76340-241 Manufactured By: 1/99 Morbark, Inc. *REFER TO CHECK SHEET FIRST 1/99...
  • Page 2 *REFER TO CHECK SHEET FIRST 1/99...
  • Page 3 CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning Diesel engine exhaust and some of its constituents are known to the state of California to cause cancer, birth defects, and other reproductive harm. WARNING The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction Main Components Description of Chipper Components Safety Safety Operation Safety Maintenance Maintenance Schedule General Maintenance Changing Chipper Knives Inspecting and Adjusting the Knife Anvil Clearance Sharpening Chipper Knives Torque Chart Air Filter Lubrication Schedule Adjusting the Belt Tension Transporting the Brush chipper Electrical Diagram Adjusting The Auto-feed...

  • Page 5: Introduction

    INTRODUCTION Congratulations on your purchase of a new Morbark brush chipper. The brush chipper, designed and introduced by the world's leading manufacturer of portable chippers, is produced with the finest components and workmanship available. If you show proper care and maintenance, your brush chipper will prove to be a safe and reliable unit.

  • Page 6: Main Components

    MAIN COMPONENTS A. Frame E. Adjustable Deflector I. Axle B. Hitch F. Fuel/Hydraulic Tank J. Hood - Hinged C. Infeed G. Belt Shield K. Anvil D Jack Stand H. Discharge Spout L. Instrument Panel *REFER TO CHECK SHEET FIRST 1/99...

  • Page 7: Description Of Chipper Components

    DESCRIPTION OF CHIPPER COMPONENTS Chipper Drum This is the component in which the knives are mounted. The chipper drum is dynamically balanced and should not be welded on or modified. Chipper Bearings These support the chipper drum. Chip Pockets Each drum is designed with chip pockets to allow for accumulation until discharged.

  • Page 8: Safety

    SAFETY PROTECT CHILDREN Keep children and other personnel away when operating machine. Do not let children or untrained personnel operate machine. Ear Protection Hard Hat WEAR PROTECTIVE CLOTHING Face Shield Wear close-fitting clothing and safety equipment appro- priate to the job. Pullover Vest Prolonged exposure to loud noise can cause impaired or loss of hearing.
  • Page 9 SAFETY READ SAFETY SIGNS CAREFULLY Carefully read and follow all safety signs. Danger signs identify the most serious hazards. Keep safety signs in good condition. Re- place any missing or damaged safety signs. Signs are attached to machine near spe- cific hazard areas.

  • Page 10: Safety Operation

    Even though we are aware of very few acci- dents, we are concerned that some operators may not receive all the proper training. Morbark has designed a very safe chipper, BUT IT CAN STILL BE DANGEROUS! As a manufacturer, we have done everything imaginable to design the safest machine pos- sible and to protect the operator from harm.
  • Page 11 These decals should never be removed. If they are worn or frayed, new decals should be ordered from your local Morbark Brush Chipper Dealer. Prior to starting the chipper each day, a pre- startup walk-around inspection should be done. Check to make sure all bolts, nuts and belts are tight.
  • Page 12 SAFETY OPERATION If the chipper is not hitched to a vehicle, the tongue should be blocked and wheel chocks should be placed under both wheels to keep the chipper from moving. The safety control bar simply controls the flow of hydraulic oil to the motor that drives the chipper's feed wheel.
  • Page 13 SAFETY OPERATION Again, the single most important chipper safety rule is: NEVER BREAK THE PLANE OF THE INFEED CHUTE WITH YOUR HANDS, AND NEVER, FOR ANY REASON, ATTEMPT TO KICK BRUSH IN WITH YOUR FEET! To safely feed short material, place the feed system in the neutral position.
  • Page 14 SAFETY OPERATION Brush and limbs should always be fed butt end first. At least two people should be on the job site at all times. No one should ever operate the chipper alone. It is the operator's responsibility to ensure that other workers or bystanders are kept away from the path of discharged chips.
  • Page 15 SAFETY OPERATION When refueling the chipper, always be certain there is no open flame or source of a spark in the vicinity of the machine. Always remove the ignition key when the ma- chine is left unattended for any reason. No one should ever operate the chipper when under the influence of drugs, alcohol or pre- scription medications which could in any way...
  • Page 16 SAFETY OPERATION As an owner or operator of a Morbark chipper, you know what a useful tool it is. With anti- burning and anti-burying regulations spreading across the country, it is absolutely necessary that we have brush chippers to dispose of and recycle brush and wood waste.
  • Page 17 SAFETY OPERATION For a safe and productive operation, follow the procedures discussed in this section. Safety guidelines are written in bold print. All personnel must observe these guidelines when working with the equipment. NEW ENGINE BREAK-IN Proper break-in will lead to trouble free operation and increased engine life.
  • Page 18 SAFETY OPERATION INSPECTING CHIPPER KNIVES CAUTION BEFORE INSPECTING KNIVES Always remove ignition key and install drum lock wedge. Remove bolts from hood and open hood. Turn drum by hand until knife is acces- sible. NOTE: Whenever working on the chipper drum, always insert the drum lock pin through the access hole in the drum fan.
  • Page 19 SAFETY OPERATION MACHINE WARM-UP NOTE: Most engines include a safety shutdown system. This system will shut down if coolant tem- perature is too high or oil pressure is too low. If service is required, please refer to your nearest authorized dealer.
  • Page 20 SAFETY MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE GENERAL DAILY WEEKLY Check engine oil level Check radiator fluid level (if applicable) Check battery water level (fill with distilled water) Check hydraulic fluid Check clutch engagement torque Check tightness of engine bolts* Check tire pressure before moving machine Replace engine air, fuel and oil filters refer to engine manual CHIPPER...

  • Page 21: Safety Maintenance

    SAFETY MAINTENANCE Safety and daily maintenance are the two most important things to remember when operating machinery. A small amount of daily maintenance will make the weekly or monthly maintenance much easier and less expensive. While maintaining your brush chipper, please follow the safety guidelines which are written in bold print.

  • Page 22: Changing Chipper Knives 1

    SAFETY MAINTENANCE CHANGING CHIPPER KNIVES CAUTION: BEFORE CHANGING KNIVES 1 . Always remove ignition key and coil wire (on gasoline power units) and disengage clutch, if applicable. 2 . Make sure the chipper drum has come to a complete stop. 3 .

  • Page 23: Inspecting And Adjusting The Knife Anvil Clearance 2

    SAFETY MAINTENANCE INSPECTING AND ADJUSTING THE KNIFE ANVIL CLEARANCE The anvil should be adjusted to a minimum of .025" and a maximum of .040" from the cutting edge of the highest chipper knife. To inspect and adjust the knife anvil clearance, follow these steps: 1 .
  • Page 24 SAFETY MAINTENANCE Sharp knives cause less wear on the machine and increase fuel economy. Morbark Brush Chippers are equipped with double edged chipper knives. When one cutting surface of the knife becomes dull, simply rotate the knives. The time between knife sharpening will depend on many factors, such as: a .
  • Page 25 SAFETY MAINTENANCE NOTES: 1. Always use the torque values above when specific torque values are not available. 2. Do not use above values in place of those specified in other sections of this manual; special attention should be observed when using SAE Grade 6, 7 and 8 capscrews.

  • Page 26: Air Filter 2

    SAFETY MAINTENANCE AIR FILTER MAINTENANCE NOTE: It's the customer's responsibilty to follow all steps of air filter maintenance as required, depending on the operating condi- tions. Low pre-cleaner efficiency will cause short element life. Low pre-cleaning efficiency can be caused by: 1 .
  • Page 27 SAFETY MAINTENANCE BASIC ELEMENT SERVICE PRECAUTIONS element to enter *REFER TO CHECK SHEET FIRST 1/99...

  • Page 28: Lubrication Schedule 2

    SAFETY MAINTENANCE LUBRICATION SCHEDULE Lubricate wheel bearings with a good grade EP1 Lithium base grease. - every 6 months. Chipper bearings - Lubricate every 50 hrs. until excess grease is present. Follow engine manufacturer's guidelines for lubrication of engine. Grease clutch - monthly. - According to specs. Grease remaining pivot points every 8 hrs.

  • Page 29: Adjusting The Belt Tension 2

    SAFETY MAINTENANCE ADJUSTING THE BELT TENSION CAUTION: BEFORE ADJUSTING BELTS Remove ignition key and coil wire (on gasoline powered units.) Disengage clutch (if applicable.) To check for proper tension of belts, use a belt tension gauge or a spring scale to deflect one belt at the center of the span 1/ 64"...

  • Page 30: Transporting The Brush Chipper 2

    SAFETY MAINTENANCE TRANSPORTING THE BRUSH CHIPPER The standard towing hitch on the brush chipper is either a 2 1/2" Lunet ring or a 2" ball. Be sure the towing vehicle hitch is properly equipped for the hitch on your brush chipper. The towing vehicle should be capable of handling a minimum of 1000# tongue weight.

  • Page 31: Electrical Diagram

    ELECTRICAL DIAGRAM ADJUSTING THE AUTO-FEED *REFER TO CHECK SHEET FIRST 1/99...

  • Page 32: Trouble Shooting The Chipper

    TROUBLE SHOOTING THE CHIPPER PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSES AND SOLUTIONS Chipper will not 1. Dull knives. Sharpen or replace knives. feed properly. 2. Loose belts. Check for proper belt tension. 3. Knives ground at incorrect angle. Grind knives at 31 degrees (Refer to Maintenance Section.) 4.
  • Page 33 TABLE OF CONTENTS PARTS LISTINGS Chipper Components Infeed Components Axle Components Miscellaneous Components Engine Components Caterpillar Cummins John Deere Hydraulic Components Hydraulic Schematic Replacement Parts Order Record Warranty *REFER TO CHECK SHEET FIRST 1/99...
  • Page 34 CHIPPER COMPONENTS *REFER TO CHECK SHEET FIRST 1/99...
  • Page 35 CHIPPER COMPONENTS ITEM QTY. PART NO. DESCRIPTION 40444-462 Deflect 21161-048 Washer 24741-012 Spring 40115-061 Deflect Adjustment Handle 21126-041 Cotter Pin 40443-462 Discharge 40497-462 Swivel 40711-460 Swivel Lock Pin 40178-452 Transition 40103-452 Chipper Hood 30024-452 Chipper Base Filler 40098-452 Chipper Drum Complete 30936-901 Bearing 24181-660...
  • Page 36 INFEED COMPONENTS ITEM QTY. PART NO. DESCRIPTION ITEM QTY. PART NO. DESCRIPTION 40188-452 Feed Wheel 24264-837 Sprocket 30278-452 Feed Wheel Teeth 24132-212 Bushing 23918-622 Bearing 26816-119 Cylinder 24741-621 Spring 26816-538 40201-452 Yoke Assembly 30784-901 Bushing 40186-462 Pivot Shaft 31030-462 Yoke Lock Pin 23131-113 Bushing 23918-629...
  • Page 37 AXLE COMPONENTS ITEM QTY. PART NO. DESCRIPTION 29310-358 Axle Complete - Plain Hub 29310-359 Axle Complete - Electric Brakes 29310-360 Axle Complete Hydraulic Brakes 29311-866 Grease Seal 29311-865 Bearing Cone 29311-890 Bearing Cup 29310-431 Brake Drum (Includes Brg. Cups) 29311-889 Bearing Cup 29311-864 Bearing Cone...
  • Page 38 MISC. COMPONENTS 12,13 ITEM QTY. PART NO. DESCRIPTION 29341-838 Jack 40253-452 Belt Shield 29316-053 Marker Light 40506-462 Fender 31030-462 Yoke Lock Pin 30403-452 Forward/Reverse Handle 24741-621 Yoke Spring 40479-462 Tail Light Kit 40587-926 Valve Bank 31170-462 Valve Bank Linkage (from valve) 31167-462 Valve Bank Linkage (to forward/reverse handle) 40199-452...
  • Page 39 MISC. COMPONENTS ITEM QTY. PART NO. DESCRIPTION 29311-608 Lunet Ring 40208-460 2" Ball Hitch 40168-462 Safety Chain 40223-452 Hydraulic Tank/ Fuel Tank 29312-418 Tire & Rim (9.50 x 16.5) 40182-452 Chain Guard 26838-071 Hydraulic Filter 40506-462 Fender *REFER TO CHECK SHEET FIRST 1/99...
  • Page 40 ENCLOSURE COMPONENTS CATERPILLAR 3054T ENGINE P/N 29247-204 & 29247-208 ITEM QTY. DESCRIPTION ITEM QTY. DESCRIPTION Right Rear Panel Bolt Power Take-Off Left Rear Panel Lockwasher Side Panel L.H. Bracket Rear Panel R.H. Bracket Shock Mount Bolt Hood Front Wrap Shock Mount B a s e Shock Mount Washer Front Engine Mount Plate...
  • Page 41 COOLING SYSTEM COMPONENTS CATERPILLAR 3054T ENGINE P/N 29247-204 & 29247-208 20 21 ITEM QTY. DESCRIPTION ITEM QTY. DESCRIPTION Fan Guard Screen Mount Fan Spacer R.H. "L" Bracket Sucker Fan Bolt Lower Radiator Hose Upper Radiator Hose Lockwasher Hose Clamp Flat Washer Radiator Radiator Isolators (Top) Washer...
  • Page 42 INTAKE/EXHAUST COMPONENTS CATERPILLAR 3054T ENGINE P/N 29247-204 ITEM QTY. DESCRIPTION T-Bolt Clamp Elbow, 90° Air Inlet Pipe T-Bolt Clamp Elbow, 90° Reducer T-Bolt Clamp Mounting Bands Bolt Lock Nut Service Indicator Air Cleaner Ass'y. Worm Gear Clamp Air Inlet Hood Safety Element Primary Element Nut Assembly...
  • Page 43 GAUGE PANEL COMPONENTS CATERPILLAR 3054T ENGINE P/N 29247-208 & 29247-204 ITEM QTY. DESCRIPTION Throttle Cable(Incl. 5 & 6) Cable Fitting Throttle Cable Bracket Bolt Lockwasher Shock Mount Lockwasher Water Temperature Gauge Water Temperature Sender Oil Pressure Gauge Oil Pressure Sender Tachometer Volt Meter Hour Meter...

  • Page 44: Engine Components

    ENGINE COMPONENTS CUMMINS (4B) ITEM QTY. PART NO. DESCRIPTION 29215-327 Fuel Filter 29215-326 Oil Filter 29321-295 Air Filter 29215-398 Oil Pressure Gauge 29215-382 Tachometer 29215-401 Voltmeter 29215-399 Water Temperature Gauge 29215-458 Throttle Cable 29215-404 Ignition Switch 29215-405 Ignition Key 29323-063 Muffler (4B) 29323-064 Muffler (4BT, 4BTA)

  • Page 45: Hydraulic Components 4

    HYDRAULIC MOTOR COMPONENTS ITEM QTY. PART NO. DESCRIPTION 26737-210 Dust Seal 26737-712 Thrust Bearing 26737-713 Front Housing Bearing 26737-212 Housing 26737-715 Rear Housing Bearing 26737-213 Drive Link 26737-214 Reverse Manifold 26737-215 Manifold Boot Drive Link Spacer 26737-216 Standard Rotor 26737-217 Balance Plate 26737-218 Steel Ball...

  • Page 46: Hydraulic Schematic

    HYDRAULIC SCHEMATIC *REFER TO CHECK SHEET FIRST 1/99...

  • Page 47: Replacement Parts Order Record

    REPLACEMENT PARTS ORDER RECORD PART NAME PART NO. QUANTITY EXPECTED ORDERED DELIVERY DATE *REFER TO CHECK SHEET FIRST 1/99...

  • Page 48: Warranty 4

    WARRANTY *REFER TO CHECK SHEET FIRST 1/99...

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