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BEEVER M15R
BEEVER M15R PTO
Wood Chipper
BEEVER M15R PTO
BEEVER M15R PTO
BEEVER M15R PTO
R
S/N 25807
Read this manual before operating the chipper
76347-281
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12-08

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  • Page 1 BEEVER M15R BEEVER M15R PTO Wood Chipper BEEVER M15R PTO BEEVER M15R PTO BEEVER M15R PTO S/N 25807 Read this manual before operating the chipper 76347-281 • 12-08...
  • Page 2 PLACE PLACE MORBARK MORBARK PARTS SAFETY VIDEO VIDEO HERE HERE...
  • Page 3 All rights reserved. This book is protected by copyright. No part of this book may be reproduced in any form or by any means including photocopying or utilized by any information storage and retrieval system without written permission from Morbark LLC. Printed in the United States of America.
  • Page 4 PARTS MANUAL REVISION LOG Revision: Date Issued: Pages Affected: Description of Changes: July 25, 2017 Initial Release Sept 17, 2018 5.37 Item 25 description and add note Nov 21, 2018 5.53 Item 13,17 description change April 9, 2019 5.44 Item 13 part number June 10, 2019 5.41/43 Part number 3, 4 update...
  • Page 5 If for any reason you need to correspond with us or any of the Morbark The five distinct sections are Safety, Chipping Cycle, Features, Parts, and dealers, please have the serial number handy. It is located on the front Maintenance.
  • Page 6 Contents Section 1 • Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 . 1 Section 2 •...

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Safety Section 1 Symbols, Signs, and Terms ....... . . 1.2 General Operator Training.

  • Page 8: Symbols, Signs, And Terms

    Safety • Symbols, Signs, and Terms Symbols, Signs, and Terms Warning Symbol Graphics Think Safety Throughout this manual and on the decals of your machine, you will find Safety is a combination of common sense and alertness at all times when many types of safety symbols.

  • Page 9: General

    Safety • General General Figure 1.1 Personal Protection Safety is No Accident Accidents don’t just happen; they are usually caused when people make mistakes, are not properly trained, or do not have full understanding of how the machine operates. Clothing and Gear Wear proper protective equipment It is mandatory that employers/owners have safety and operating procedures and clothing at all times.

  • Page 10: Operation

    • Water tanks and halon gas extinguishers are recommended • Communication device (e.g., cell phone, walkie talkie) • Fully stocked first aid kit. (Can be ordered from Morbark P/N 59135-245) Maintenance • Clean dirt, oil, wood chips, and bark from engine area. Remove debris and accumulated oil, grease, and other flammable material from around the power unit and bearings daily •...

  • Page 11: Shutdown

    Safety • General Spectators, Children, and Untrained Individuals Handling • Do not allow children or spectators to operate the machine or play • Do not climb, sit, stand, or lay on the machine during operation near the machine during operation •...

  • Page 12: Safety Checklist

    Safety • Start-up Checklist Safety Checklist Be sure to check that you have the following items at the beginning of Filler caps and drain plugs are securely attached to the machine each session or when changing operators: Hood latches and pins are in place Emergency equipment on work site: Components, parts, and hinges are not broken or cracked •...

  • Page 13: Lockout Procedure

    • Each person authorized to lockout the machine must have a safety lock and key dedicated to the machine lockout Morbark chippers are custom built to customer specifications. Control • Authorized personnel must verbally notify affected employees of the panels, power configurations, and other features may differ from each machine lockout, and post a sign(s) indicating the power lockout machine.
  • Page 14 Safety • Lockout Procedure • Equipment with main disconnect switches shall be turned off and A. Ensure that the continuity of the lockout procedure locked in the OFF position only after the source of electrical power is is maintained shut off at the point of operational control B.

  • Page 15: Safety Lockout Instructions

    Safety • Lockout Procedure Safety Lockout Instructions: To Lockout the Yoke: Remove the yoke locking pin from its holder. Insert the hitch clip into the hole at the end of the yoke locking pin. Raise the yoke past the hole for the locking pin by moving the yoke Check that the hitch clip is securely in place by pulling on the handle valve lever in the direction indicated by the decal next to your valve bank.
  • Page 16 Safety • Lockout Procedure To Lockout the drum: Remove the drum locking pin from it’s holder located on the right side of the base. Pull out the hood locking pin that holds the drum hood down. Lift the drum hood open. Figure 1.8 Figure 1.6 Drum...
  • Page 17 Safety • Lockout Procedure To Lockout the PTO Yoke: Insert the hitch clip into the hole at the end of the yoke locking pin. Remove the yoke locking pin clip and remove pin from it’s holder located near the right corner of the infeed next to the drum locking Check that the hitch clip is securely in place by pulling on the handle pin.
  • Page 18 Safety • Lockout Procedure To Lockout the PTO drum: Remove padlock, slide hood locking pin back until it clears the latch. Lift the drum hood open. Figure 1.14 Hood locking pin Figure 1.12 Drum locking pin holder Hood Drum locking pin padlock Insert the drum locking pin through the holes in the drum base and slot on the wheel.

  • Page 19: Crime Prevention

    Safety • Crime Prevention Crime Prevention It has been proven that thieves are hesitant to take items that can be Maintain Documented Proof of Ownership readily identified. Placing signs, decals, and other visible information • Keep all documents and records (e.g., identification numbers, warning potential thieves that this equipment has been marked and invoices, warranty) that accompany the machine in a safe location registered with the local law enforcement officials may help prevent a...
  • Page 20 Safety • Crime Prevention Parking Outdoors Report Theft • Park the machine out of sight • Notify a law enforcement agency with jurisdiction, and your insurance carrier, when a theft occurs • Remove the ignition key and lock the control panel and battery box •...

  • Page 21: Safety Decals And Locations

    Safety • Safety Decals Safety Decals and Locations Control Panel Figure 1.16 39511-422 Warning - Fire Hazard Moving parts can crush and cut Follow lockout procedures before servicing. 39511-320 39511-320 Danger - Moving Parts 39511-320 39511-010 Made in USA 39511-420 Warning - Do Not Remove 39511-404 Warning - Safety Gear 39511-421 Warning - Read 76347-281...

  • Page 22: Right View

    Safety • Safety Decals Right View Figure 1.17 39511-428 Danger 39511-401 Flying Material Danger Rotating Blades 39511-416 Warning - Feed System 39511-405 Danger Crush Hazard 39511-402 Danger Entanglement Hazard 39511-406 Danger Crush Hazard 1.16 76347-281 • 12-08...

  • Page 23: Left View

    Safety • Safety Decals Left View Figure 1.18 Moving parts can crush and cut Follow lockout procedures before servicing. 39511-320 39511-320 Danger - Lockout 39511-406 Danger - Crush Hands 39511-428 Danger Flying Material 39511-405 39511-426 Danger - Crush Hazard Warning Always Lock 39511-416 Warning - Feed System 39511-399 Warning - Manual...

  • Page 24: Pto Safety

    Safety • PTO Safety PTO Safety NOTE The M15R PTO chipper has features that differ from the standard M15R. Follow all of the safety standards on the standard M15R as well as the safety instructions listed below, which are specific to the PTO chipper.

  • Page 25: Pto Safety Decals And Locations

    Moving parts can crush and cut Follow lockout procedures before servicing. 39511-320 39511-420 Warning - Do Not Remove 39511-399 Warning - Manual BEEVER M15R PTO ROTATING HAZARD Entanglement in rotating drive line ROTATING HAZARD Entanglement in rotating drive line can cause serious injury or death.

  • Page 26: Pto Right View

    Safety • PTO Safety Decals and Locations PTO Right View Figure 1.20 39511-405 39511-406 Danger Crush Danger - Crush Hands Hazard 39511-418 Chipper Lock 39511-401 39511-428 39511-402 Danger Crush ROTATING HAZARD ROTATING HAZARD Danger Rotating Blades Danger Flying Material Entanglement in rotating drive line can cause serious injury or death.

  • Page 27: Pto Left View

    Danger Flying Material 39511-402 Danger Crush Entanglement Hazard Moving parts can crush and cut Follow lockout procedures before servicing. 39511-320 39511-320 Danger - Lockout BEEVER M15R PTO 39511-406 39511-415 Danger - Crush Hands Warning - Moving Parts 76347-281 • 12-08 1.21...
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  • Page 29 The Chipping Cycle Section 2 Preparation Preparation and Set-up ....... 2.2 Start-up Fluid Levels .

  • Page 30: Preparation

    The Chipping Cycle • Preparation Preparation This section is an overview of the chipping process. It is mandatory that all personnel handling, operating, and maintaining this machine read the manual completely and be properly trained on its use. Operators should also review the manual on a regular basis. Specific information on safety, function, use, and maintenance of a machine feature is also located in the Features and Functions section.
  • Page 31 The Chipping Cycle • Preparation Brush Preparation Figure 2.1 DANGER No wider than infeed opening Foreign material (metal, stones, glass) in the chipper will cause damage and potentially shatter the cutting blades resulting in property damage, serious injury, or death. Vines left on the wood may cause entanglement of operating personnel or hide foreign material resulting in equipment damage, serious injury, or death.
  • Page 32 The Chipping Cycle • Preparation Machine Preparation When the chipper is used as a stand-alone with jack support: DANGER • The chipper must be placed on a level surface with the chipper frame parallel with the ground Before operating always block the wheels, and ensure the •...
  • Page 33 Getting Started • Preparation Figure 2.3 NOTE: Some machines have a height adjustor. See Features and Functions section to adjust the height of the discharge chute using the height adjustor Adjust angle of wood chip projection Infeed chute and tray is clear of debris Chipper should sit on a level surface with the...

  • Page 34: Start-Up

    The Chipping Cycle • Start-up Start-up Fluid Levels Before you start the machine it is important to check the fuel, hydraulic oil, and radiator coolant levels. Allow the machine to cool down before adding oil, fuel, or radiator coolant. Remove the cap slowly to relieve pressure. DANGER Engine start-up: Place the safety control bar into the stop position.

  • Page 35: After Engine Warm-Up

    The Chipping Cycle • Start-up After Engine warm-up: Figure 2.6 Neutral Go to full throttle. Keep it at this speed during the chipping process. Forward Hydraulic Valve pulls material into will move into the the feed wheels neutral position Engage clutch Figure 2.5 when released.

  • Page 36: Chipping The Wood

    Getting Started • Chipping Wood Chipping Wood Figure 2.7 Feeding Brush into the Chipper When you are about to feed brush into the chipper, position the throttle at full RPM’s with the safety control bar in the feed position, as discussed on the previous page.

  • Page 37: Shut-Down

    The Chipping Cycle • Shut-down Shut-down Lock-up DANGER After the machine is shut-down it is important for safety and security reasons to follow the lock-out procedure in the Safety section. The A rotating chipper drum may cause entanglement, crush, or following components must be locked at the end of each work period: mutilation of body parts resulting in serious injury or death.

  • Page 38: Pto Hook-Up

    The Chipping Cycle • PTO Start-up PTO Start-up PTO Hook-up Follow the steps for inspecting and preparing the work site, brush, and machine in this section. Power for the M15R PTO is supplied by an outside source, typically a tractor. Before you begin the start-up process, you must first attach the PTO drive shaft, side arm, and upper link arm to DANGER! the power source.
  • Page 39 The Chipping Cycle • PTO Start-up To attach the upper-link arm: To attach the PTO drive shaft to the chipper and tractor: Place the upper-link arm (not supplied) between the two flanges of Slide the PTO drive shaft onto the splines of the tractor. Then, the upper-link arm hook-up.

  • Page 40: Pto Shut-Down

    The Chipping Cycle • PTO Start-up PTO Start-up PTO Shut-down NOTE: The PTO is powered by an outside source. The DANGER following instructions are general recommendations for starting and stopping the PTO chipper. Read and follow your engine operator manual for specific information on starting A rotating chipper drum may cause entanglement, crush, or tractor and powering the PTO.

  • Page 41: Checklist

    The Chipping Cycle • Checklist Now that you’ve become familiar with the entire chipping process, use the checklists below at the beginning and end of each cycle. Checklist Start-up Shut-down Emergency equipment is on the work site Safety control bar is in the stop position At least two trained personnel are at the work site The ignition key is out of the machine and control panel is locked All personnel are outfitted with proper protective clothing and...
  • Page 42 Morbark parts and service, the solution to your problems. Buying your parts elsewhere just does not pay. To keep your equipment performing at its peak use GENUINE MORBARK PARTS 800-255-8839 800-832-5618 fax www.morbark.com...
  • Page 43 Features and Function Section 3 M15R Specifications ........3.48 The Basics M15R - Right View .

  • Page 44: The Basics

    Features and Function • The Basics The Basics Figure 3.1 M15R - Right View Safety control Auto reverse Top feed wheel Manual swivel valve hydraulic motor discharge crank End view Valve bank Yoke Hood locking pin Air filter housing Safety cables Engine control panel Yoke locking pin Engine...
  • Page 45 Features and Function • The Basics Safety control bar 12 . Battery box Controls forward, stop, and reverse action of the feed wheels.* Container where the battery is stored.* Valve bank 13 . Discharge locking pin Main controls needed to operate the chipper. These include; Locks discharge chute in position.

  • Page 46: M15R Left View

    Features and Function • The Basics M15R Left View Figure 3.2 Discharge Fuel shut-off valve Adjustable Muffler chute deflect Drum lock pin Top feed wheel chain guard Fuel/Hydraulic Hydraulic oil gauges and oil filter filler cap Deflect handle Manual holder Telescoping Tongue Jack...
  • Page 47 Features and Function • The Basics Adjustable deflect 11 . Flag holder Easily adjustable discharge deflect with 4 locking positions. Holds safety clearance flags. Discharge chute 12 . Hydraulic oil shut-off valve Used to change the direction of the discharge. Capable of 360º rotation.* Shuts off the flow of hydraulic oil when performing maintenance.

  • Page 48: Components

    Features and Function • Components • Infeed Components Forward pulls material into the feed wheels Stop Infeed Stop stops movement stops movement of the feed wheels of the feed wheels Reverse Figure 3.3 pushes material out of the feed wheels Safety control bar For emergency use only.
  • Page 49 Features and Function • Components • Infeed Safety When feeding material into the infeed, keep all body parts outside of the DANGER! infeed chute. To safely accomplish this the material being fed should be no shorter than 4’ long. Movement or placement of any part of the body inside the The brush being fed into the infeed should be no shorter than 4 ft.

  • Page 50: Infeed Options

    Features and Function • Components • Infeed Options Infeed Options Figure 3.4 Rubber Infeed Curtain with Pulley Safety Cables Pulley system Infeed guard Emergency Stop Button Folding Tray Folding tray locking pin, push in to unlock Push in to shut down the engine For emergency use only 76347-281...
  • Page 51 Features and Function • Components • Infeed Options Safety Rubber infeed curtain and Pulley Safety Cables: Pull the safety cables straight down to reverse the feed wheels. DANGER! Emergency Stop Button: Push the red emergency stop button in until the engine stops. Pull the stop button back out after the engine has Running the engine while a person is performing completely shut down.
  • Page 52 Features and Function • Components • Infeed Options Infeed Options Figure 3.5 Rubber Infeed Curtain with Emergency Feed Stop Cables Emergency Feed Stop Bottom Bump Bar Control Reset Bottom Bump Bottom Bump Bar Control Reset Sensitivity High Push in to stop feed wheels 3.10...
  • Page 53 Features and Function • Components • Infeed Options Safety Rubber Infeed Curtain with Secondary Emergency Feed Stop Cables: Pull the Emergency Feed Stop Cables straight down to stop DANGER! the feed wheels, push Emergency Feed Stop Handle back to reset. This system works in tandem with the Safety Control Bar.

  • Page 54: Winch Option

    Features and Function • Components • Winch Option Winch Option Figure 3.6 Winch le a Tension handle Winch brake l e a Winch cable Winch hook See decal for valve handle positions Infeed opening Safety control bar 3.12 76347-281 • 12-08...
  • Page 55 Features and Function • Components • Winch Options Safety Function The winch assists in moving heavy limbs or logs (Loads) to the infeed opening. DANGER! Movement or placement of any part of To operate the winch: the body inside the infeed chute will result in dismemberment, mutilation, Position the chipper in an area that can easily lift and move the load and place into serious injury, or death.
  • Page 56 Features and Function • Components • Winch Option Winch Option Left Hand Figure 3.7 Winch Tension handle Winch brake Winch cable Winch hook See decal for valve handle Infeed opening positions Safety control 3.14 76347-281 • 12-08...
  • Page 57 Features and Function • Components • Winch Options Safety Function The winch assists in moving heavy limbs or logs (Loads) to the infeed opening. DANGER! Movement or placement of any part of To operate the winch: the body inside the infeed chute will result in dismemberment, mutilation, Position the chipper in an area that can easily lift and move the load and place into serious injury, or death.

  • Page 58: Track Machine, Options

    Features and Function • Components • Track Machine Option Track Machine Figure 3.8 3.16 76347-281 • 12-08...
  • Page 59 Features and Function • Components • Track Machine Option Safety DANGER! Movement or placement of any part of the body on the infeed bed or tracks will result in mutilation, serious injury, or death. Keep all parts of the body (hands, feet, head) outside of this area.

  • Page 60: Swing Tongue Options

    Features and Function • Components • Swing Tongue Option Swing Tongue Option Figure 3.9 Chipper in Transport Position Chipper in Work Position See decal for positioning of the valve handle into the work or transport positions 3.18 76347-281 • 12-08...
  • Page 61 Features and Function • Components • Swing Tongue Option Safety Figure 3.10 DANGER! Pivot pin slides through Contact with the swing tongue while it’s in motion will slots on both the frame cause serious injury or death. Do not stand or position Tongue and tongue yourself near the discharge chute during operation.

  • Page 62: Feed Wheels And Chipper Drum

    Features and Function • Components • Feed Wheels and Chipper Drum Feed Wheels and Chipper Drum Figure 3.11 Discharge chute Knife pocket Chipper drum Top feed wheel Anvil Chipper housing Bottom feed wheel 3.20 76347-281 • 12-08...
  • Page 63 Features and Function • Components • Feed Wheels and Chipper Drum Safety The feed wheels operate in two directions, forward and reverse. The safety control bar and the emergency cables located on the infeed control the DANGER! direction of the feed wheels. (See Infeed Section.) When the chipper drum is moving the chipper hood MUST be closed and Movement or placement of any part of the body in locked in place using the hood locking pin.

  • Page 64: Feed Wheel Options

    Function Feed wheels: Each type of feed wheel grips the brush in a different way. Some feed wheels suit certain woods better than others. Morbark offers these optional feed wheels depending on your chipping preference. Shaft covers: Are used to eliminate the danger of any clothing or body parts getting caught in the drive shafts of the feed wheels.

  • Page 65: Feed Wheel Chain Drive

    Features and Function • Components • Feed Wheel Chain Drive Feed Wheel Chain Drive Safety WARNING! Moving chains can cause serious injury or death. Do not operate without the guards in place. Do not attempt to touch, check, clean, or adjust the chain during operation. Function The feed wheel chain provides power to the top feed wheel.

  • Page 66: Yoke

    Features and Function • Components • Yoke Yoke Safety DANGER! Movement or placement of any part of the body in contact with the yoke will result in mutilation, serious injury, or death. Keep all parts of the body (hands, feet, head) outside of the yoke.

  • Page 67: Valve Banks

    Features and Function • Components • Valve Banks Valve Banks Safety WARNING! Relieve stored hydraulic pressure before performing service to the hydraulic system. Components could be hot to the touch. Function The hydraulic valve bank controls operate the machine. They control the yoke, aide in machine maintenance.

  • Page 68: Discharge Chute

    Features and Function • Components • Discharge Chute Discharge Chute Figure 3.13 Adjustable deflect Deflect handle Discharge chute will rotate a complete 360º adjusts to four angles Discharge chute Height adjustment bolts and holes Manual swivel handle Chain Discharge locking pin Transition base 3.26 76347-281...
  • Page 69 Features and Function • Components • Discharge Chute To rotate the chute: Safety Pull down on the discharge locking pin. DANGER! Manually position the discharge chute to point in the desired direction by rotating the manual swivel handle. The discharge Contact with the discharge chute while it’s in motion chute will rotate a full 360º.

  • Page 70: Discharge Chute Options

    Features and Function • Components • Discharge Chute Options Discharge Chute Options Figure 3.14 Discharge chute will rotate a complete 360º Bottom clean-out To release the toggle clamp and open the front Side clean-out panel, move the handle down Side clean-out cover Bottom clean- out cover...
  • Page 71 Features and Function • Components • Discharge Chute Options Safety Side Clean-out: Remove the screws and cover. Clear out debris from WARNING! chute. Place cover back on window and securely fasten with screws. Bottom Clean-out: Release the toggle clamp and open the bottom Hydraulic fluid is under pressure.

  • Page 72: Discharge Chute Cleaning

    Features and Function • Components • Discharge Chute Cleaning Discharge Chute Cleaning Safety To clean out the chute: DANGER! Complete lockout/tagout. Inspect to make sure drum/disc has stopped turning. Never attempt to remove material by starting the machine and engaging the chipper to blow material out. This is a very dangerous and unsafe practice! Pull material out from the open end of the discharge.
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  • Page 74: Hydraulic Oil And Fuel Tanks

    Features and Function • Components • Hydraulic Oil and Fuel Tank Hydraulic Oil and Fuel Tank Figure 3.15 Valve closed Valve open Fuel Hydraulic oil shut-off valve, filler cap vent cap located top of Hydraulic oil fuel tank filler cap Hydraulic oil filter shut-off valve, located below the...
  • Page 75 Features and Function • Components • Hydraulic Oil and Fuel Tank Safety Close these valves to avoid spilling fuel or oil during maintenance. DANGER! Each tank has a filter. The hydraulic oil filter is located on the side of the hydraulic oil tank.

  • Page 76: Engine Belt Drive

    Features and Function • Components • Engine Belt Drive Engine Belt Drive Safety Figure 3.16 WARNING! Belt guard door for Moving belts can cause serious injury or death. checking belt tension Do not operate without the guards in place. Do not attempt to touch, check, clean, or adjust the belts during operation.
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  • Page 78: Engine

    Features and Function • Components • Engine Engine Figure 3.17 Typical Engine Configuration Right View Left View Air filter Muffler Control panel NOTE:”Panel will vary with engine make and Radiator screen model and is shown for (radiator is housed illustrative puposes behind the screen) only.”...
  • Page 79 Features and Function • Components • Engine Safety Function The engine is the source of power for the machine. WARNING! The M15R chipper has many options for its engine. Consult the engine manufacturers manual for the safety, use, and maintenance of your specific engine.

  • Page 80: Hitch, Chains, And Jack

    Features and Function • Components • Hitch, Chains, and Jack Hitch, Chains, and Jack Figure 3.18 Chipper should sit on a level surface with the machine parallel to the ground Wheel chocks 3.38 76347-281 • 12-08...
  • Page 81 Features and Function • Components • Hitch, Chains and Jack Safety WARNING! When the chipper is attached to a towing vehicle: • The towing vehicle must be capable of handling a minimum of 600 lb. tongue weight Before operating always block the wheels, support the tongue, and secure the chipper when not attached to a •...

  • Page 82: Hitch And Jack Options

    Features and Function • Components • Hitch and Jack Options Ball assembly Hitch and Jack Options Figure 3.19 Safety Hitch with Ball Assembly WARNING! Switch break-away Actuator cable A faulty hydraulic line or leak can result in your brakes not working. Check your breakaway system periodically to insure your brakes are in proper working order.

  • Page 83: Battery

    Features and Function • Components, Battery Battery Figure 3.20 Safety WARNING! The battery generates explosive gas during normal operation. Keep ignition sources away at all times. Battery acid can cause severe burns. Wear protective gear when handling the battery. Battery CAUTION Charging the battery with cables connected can damage the machines electronic system.

  • Page 84: Control Bar Actuator

    Features and Function • Components • Control Bar Actuator Option Control Bar Actuator Option Figure 3.21 Safety DANGER SPOUT RIGHT LEFT STAB. UP STATUS RIGHT STAB. UP YOKE UP ENGINE STOP Movement or placement of any part of the body inside the infeed will result in dismemberment, mutilation, serious SPOUT LEFT LEFT STAB.
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  • Page 86 Features and Function • Components • Remote Track Option Safety Remote Track Transmitter Control DANGER Figure 3.22 Directs the flow Controls the You must start machine and engage the feedwheels in of chips track speed reverse, hit your reverse toggle on your remote to ensure Drives the right track Drives the left track in Status Light...
  • Page 87 Features and Function • Components • Remote Option Track Tether Remote Control Safety Figure 3.24 WARNING! Improper operation of these controls can cause serious injury. Do not allow anyone to operate this equipment Tether Harness Machine Harness before completely reading the manual. When using the tether remote always stay within working radius and always point transmitter toward receiver.

  • Page 88: Remote Control, Option

    Features and Function • Components • remote Option Remote Control, Options Safety DANGER Figure 3.25 You must start machine and engage the feedwheels in Directs the flow of chips Raises and lowers the right to the right or left Status Light reverse, hit your reverse toggle on your remote to ensure stabilizer the feedwheels come to a stop.

  • Page 89: Tether Remote Control, Option

    Features and Function • Components • tether remote Option Tether Remote Control, Options Safety WARNING! Figure 3.27 Improper operation of these controls can cause serious injury. Do not allow anyone to operate this equipment before completely reading the manual. Tether Harness Machine Harness When using the tether remote always stay within working radius and always point transmitter toward...

  • Page 90: M15R Specifications

    Features and Function • M15R Specifications M15R Specifications Figure 3.28 104” 215” Tank Capacities General Chipper Diesel Fuel ... 27 gallon Length ... . . 215inches Drum Diameter .

  • Page 91: The Basics

    Features and Function • The Basics, PTO The Basics Figure 3.29 PTO Right View Yoke Hood Valve bank locking pin All PTO components that are different from the standard M15R are covered in this Discharge locking pin section. See the standard Manual swivel discharge crank M15R for components not covered in this PTO section.

  • Page 92: Pto Left View

    Manual holder Chipper belt guard Infeed chain Bottom feed wheel hydraulic motor BEEVER M15R PTO 11 . Drum locking pin: Prevents chipper drum from turning when performing 16 . Chipper belt guard: Protects the operator during operation of the knife maintenance. This is a critical safety lockout feature.

  • Page 93: Pto Front And Back View

    Sled-style base: Solid, heavy base stabilizes the machine. 27 . Hydraulic oil filter: Helps keep oil clean. Hydraulic oil gauges and filler cap Hydraulic oil BEEVER M15R PTO filter (behind base) Infeed tray lynch pins Sled-style base 76347-281 • 12-08 3.51...

  • Page 94: Pto Infeed Tray

    Features and Function • Components • PTO Infeed Tray Components Figure 3.32 PTO Infeed Tray Function The infeed tray acts as a safety barrier between the operator and the feed wheels during the chipping process. The tray of the infeed can also be used to rest the end of a limb prior to feeding it into the wood chipper.
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  • Page 96: Pto Infeed

    Features and Function • Components • PTO Infeed PTO Infeed Figure 3.33 *Safety Control Bar Positions Forward pulls material into the feed wheels Stop Stop stops movement stops movement of the feed wheels of the feed wheels Reverse pushes material out of the feed wheels Safety control bar For emergency use only.
  • Page 97 Features and Function • Components • PTO Infeed Safety The bar running around the outside of the infeed is the safety control DANGER! bar. The safety control bar has four positions. Furthest back position is Stop, this position stops the feedwheels, the second position is Forward, this position pulls material into the feed wheels.

  • Page 98: Pto Chain, Belt, And Guards

    Features and Function • Components • PTO Chain, Belt, and Guards PTO Chain, Belt, and Guards Figure 3.35 Top Feed Wheel Chain and Guard Chipper Drum Belt and Guard Figure 3.36 Chipper drum drive belt Feed wheel Top sheave chain guard Top sprocket Chipper drum belt guard...
  • Page 99 Always replace the guards and secure with the bolts and washers after the work is completed. Hydraulic motor powers the bottom feed wheel Chipper drive belt guard front view BEEVER M15R PTO 76347-281 • 12-08 3.57...

  • Page 100: Pto Hydraulic Oil Tank

    • Components • PTO Hydraulic Oil Tank PTO Hydraulic Oil Tank Figure 3.38 Hydraulic oil filler cap Back cut-out BEEVER M15R PTO Hydraulic oil sight gauge Hydraulic tank location In from machine Inspection cover Hydraulic oil filter Out to machine 3.58...
  • Page 101 Remove the • Use only original manufacturer parts when replacing filters chipper drive Location of belt guard hydraulic oil • Inspect and clean the inside of the hydraulic tank when sludge filter deposits accumulate BEEVER M15R PTO 76347-281 • 12-08 3.59...

  • Page 102: Pto Drive Shaft

    Features and Function • Components • PTO Drive Shaft PTO Drive Shaft Figure 3.41 Insert hitch Upper-link arm clip after the locking pin is hook-up installed Locking pin Upper-link arm Attach to tractor Machine must be parallel with the ground Tractor end Lynch pin Tractor end...
  • Page 103 Features and Function • Components • PTO Drive Shaft Safety Because the PTO is totally powered by an outside source, you must use the DANGER! PTO drive shaft to connect to that power source. The upper-link arm is not supplied with the PTO, typically it is supplied with your tractor. To attach the drive shaft to your power source (tractor): Attaching or removing the drive shaft with the PTO Back the tractor up to the chipper drive shaft, getting close enough to allow...
  • Page 104 Features and Function • M15R PTO Specifications M15R PTO Specifications Figure 3.42 WARNING! 86” The M15R PTO chipper is powered by an outside source, typically a tractor. It is crucial that you check with the manufacture of this power source to be sure it is compatible with the PTO.
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  • Page 106 General Maintenance Section 4 Maintenance Overview ........4.2 Air Filter .

  • Page 107: Maintenance Overview

    General Maintenance • Overview Maintenance Overview Preventive maintenance on the chipper is very important. It affects safety In this section are all the remaining areas of maintenance not covered in and performance, increases the life of critical parts, results in less down the Safety or Features &...

  • Page 108: Air Filter

    General Maintenance • Air Filter Air Filter A clean air filter is critical to the performance of the chipper and the life of Inspect the old filter for evidence of dust leakage and gasket sealing the engine. Dirt inside the engine will ruin it. The filter should be problems.

  • Page 109: Lubrication

    General Maintenance • Lubrication Lubrication Lubricating the machine is vital to its operation. There are many points of lubrication on the machine. These include the wheel axle, top and bottom feed wheel bearings, yoke cylinder and pivot pins, clutch, discharge chute swivel and crank handle, chipper drum bearing grease slingers, control bar, and battery box.

  • Page 110: Lubrication Points

    General Maintenance • Lubrication Lubrication Points Figure 4.2 Discharge Chute Swivel and Crank Yoke Cylinder Chipper Drum Bearings Control Bar Yoke Pivot Pin Top Feed Wheel Bearings Clutch Battery Box Bottom Feed Wheel Bearings Wheel Axle 76347-281 • 12-08...

  • Page 111: Bolts & Torque

    General Maintenance • Bolts & Torque Bolts & Torque Making sure that all the bolts are regularly checked and tightened to the • Do not use the torque values shown in this chart in place of those specified in other sections of the manual proper torque is critical.
  • Page 112 General Maintenance • Bolts & Torque Grade 8 - Coarse Thread Grade 8 - Fine Thread Size Clamp Load Plain Plated Size Clamp Load Plain Plated 1/4-28 (.250) 3,263 14 ft-lb 10 ft-lb 1/4-20 (.250) 2,850 12 ft-lb 9 ft-lb 5/16-24 (.3125) 5,113 27 ft-lb...

  • Page 113: Belt Tension

    General Maintenance • Belt Tension Belt Tension Before adjusting the belt tension: DANGER! Throttle the engine down and disengage the clutch. Shut off the engine, remove the key and conduct machine lockout. Moving belts and chipper drum can pinch body parts, Remove the belt guard.
  • Page 114 General Maintenance • Belt Tension Figure 4.4 Figure 4.5 Small 0’ ring step 4 De ection Force step 5 Scale Turn the engine belt drive adjustment bolts until the belt is fairly tight. Measure the belt span length of the drive, and lay a straight edge across the drive (see figure 4.4).

  • Page 115: Chipper Knives

    A rotating chipper drum can pinch body parts, entangle Use original Morbark LLC. knives with the correct steel composition • loose clothing, jewelry, and long hair which may result in and hardness.
  • Page 116 General Maintenance • Chipper Knives To Turn or Replace the Knives: WARNING! Remove the four knife bolts. Clean debris from the knife and knife pocket with a wire brush. Sharp edges and flying debris may cause serious injury. Always wear protective Inspect the knife holder, knife bolt, and threads for wear or damage.
  • Page 117 General Maintenance • Chipper Knives To Sharpen the Knife Edge: Place the knife back onto the knife holder. Apply a light coat of When sharpening the knife edge, use proper grinding techniques (hand anti-seize lubricant to the bolts and clamp. file, power belt sander with fine paper or conventional knife grinder with coolant system) to reduce the possibility of excessive heat build up and Slide the knife back (away from the anvil) against the knife bolts.

  • Page 118: Knife Holder

    Straight edge Knife holder Use original Morbark LLC. equipment with the correct steel composition and hardness. • Use the correct hardware to mount the holder and maintain the correct torque to the bolt. Keep the knife pocket and holder clean and free of...

  • Page 119: Knife Anvil

    General Maintenance • Knife Anvil Knife Anvil Before inspecting or maintaining the anvil: DANGER Raise the yoke and insert locking pin. (See Lockout Procedure in Safety Section for more information.) Failure to lockout the machine (e.g. yoke, shut power off) Follow steps 1-4 in this section to shut-down the machine.
  • Page 120 General Maintenance • Knife Anvil Figure 4.15 To Flip or Replace the Anvil: Remove the six anvil bolts. Clean debris from the anvil and anvil clamp slots with a wire brush. If the anvil edge is rounded, flip to a new edge or replace. Anvil can be flipped 4 times.

  • Page 121: Chipper Bearing

    General Maintenance • Chipper Bearing Chipper Bearing Install the nut and washer. DANGER Tighten nut until it is snug against the bearing. Leave enough space to install the expansion ring in step 9. Performing maintenance with the power source ON may Install outer grease slinger.
  • Page 122 General Maintenance • Chipper Bearing Table 4 .5 • Internal Clearance Reduction Figure 4.16 Top bearing Reduction in Internal Shaft Diameter housing Clearance 2-7/16, 2-1/2, 2-11/16, 2-3/4 .0015/.0020 inner grease slinger ring Bottom bearing housing Tapered sleeve Chipper drum Chipper drum Chipper drum Bearing housing...

  • Page 123: Hydraulics

    General Maintenance • Hydraulics Hydraulics When conducting maintenance on the hydraulic system be cautious of WARNING! leaks, hot components (pumps, motors, relief valves), and stored energy. Always follow safety warnings and procedures when conducting maintenance on the hydraulic system. Hydraulic oil will vaporize and potentially ignite resulting in explosion, fire, and possible serious injury.
  • Page 124 General Maintenance • Hydraulics spot remains in the middle but lighter-colored oil migrates outward in the Troubleshooting the hydraulic system involves talking with the operators, blotter paper, the oil has or is about to dump sludge or other products understanding the schematics, and inspection of the machine. After into the system.

  • Page 125: Tracks

    General Maintenance • Tracks Tracks Position the machine on a flat surface and raise it until the track is WARNING! completely off the ground. NOTE: Use floor jacks or the plow and grinder arm to rasie the machine. Operating the machine when the track is not Immediately block up the chassis and opposite track.

  • Page 126: Hydraulic Pump Troubleshooting Guide

    General Maintenance • Hydraulics Table 4 .7 • Hydraulic Pump Troubleshooting Guide Symptom Possible Cause Corrective Action Noisy Pump Air in the system Tighten loose fittings. Replace cracked hoses and damaged parts. Maintain hydraulic oil level in tank. Keep 3/4 full. Cavitation (vacuum in pump) Open clogged or restricted intake line or plugged air vent in tank.

  • Page 127: Engine

    If you are unsure about the regulations in your area, -40º -40º check with local fire agencies before beginning work. Your Morbark dealer -55º -67º can provide information about a spark arrestor suitable for use with the power unit installed in this machine.

  • Page 128: Fuel

    General Maintenance • Fuel Fuel Fuel Specifications DANGER Use No. 2-D diesel fuel (reference ASTM D975) under normal operating conditions. In extremely cold conditions No. 1-D diesel fuel is Ignition sources (e.g: lit cigarettes, open flame, sparks, recommended. Refer to the engine OEM manual for specific information excessive heat) will ignite diesel fuel and result in burns regarding the type of fuel to use.

  • Page 129: Tires

    General Maintenance • Tires Tires Figure 4.21 WARNING! Tire Over inflated tires may cause a tire to explode and result in serious injury or death. Always maintain a safe distance away from the tire during inflation. Use a hose with a pressure gauge. Never over inflate a tire! Stem cap Improper support of the chipper during a tire change may result in the machine tipping over and causing...

  • Page 130: Remote Control System

    General Maintenance • Remote Control Remote Control System Before using the remote control system make sure you read all safety WARNING! materials available regarding the remote control. Make sure the area is safe to operate equipment before turning on the power. When using the remote, make sure that the device will not cause or accept harmful Electrical shock or arc flash may result in serious injury.

  • Page 131: Chipper Troubleshooting Guide

    General Maintenance • Troubleshooting Chart Table 4 .8 • Chipper Troubleshooting Guide Problem Probable Cause Corrective Action Chipper will not feed properly Dull chipper knives Turn, sharpen, or replace knives. Loose belts Check for proper belt tension. Knives ground at incorrect angle Grind knives at 31°.

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