30.00 COMMERCIAL DR® RAPID-FEED™ CHIPPER SAFETY & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Chipper shown with Optional Accessories Serial No. Order No. READ AND UNDERSTAND THIS MANUAL AND ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE OPERATING OR SERVICING THIS 30.00 COMMERCIAL DR RAPID-FEED CHIPPER.
Congratulations on your purchase of a new 30.00 COMMERCIAL DR RAPID-FEED CHIPPER! We have done our utmost to ensure that your 30.00 COMMERCIAL DR RAPID-FEED CHIPPER will be one of the most trouble-free and satisfying pieces of equipment you have ever owned. Please let us know of any questions you may have. We want to answer them as quickly as possible. When you do call, please have your order number handy. For technical assistance, please contact us at www.DRpower.
Table of Contents CHAPTER 1 ..........................................................................................................................................1 INTRODUCING THE DR 30.00 COMMERCIAL DR RAPID-FEED CHIPPER .............................1 Conventions used in this manual.................................................................................................1 Specifications ..............................................................................................................
Removing and Replacing the Clutch ..........................................................................................41 Installing a new Clutch Assembly ...............................................................................................42 Battery Care .................................................................................................................................43 Charging the Battery.........................................................................................
CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCING THE DR 30.00 COMMERCIAL DR RAPID-FEED CHIPPER This manual will help you set up and safely operate your new 30.00 COMMERCIAL DR RAPID-FEED CHIPPER. Careful adherence to the safety and operating instructions in this manual will ensure many years of productive use. Please let us know of any questions you may have. We want to answer them as quickly as possible. When you do call, please have your order number handy. For technical assistance, please contact us at www.DRpower.
Specifications MECHANICAL SPECIFICATIONS Engine........................................ Briggs & Stratton Horsepower.......................... 18 Oil Capacity .......................... 56 oz. Fuel Tank Capacity ............... 9 Quarts Chipping Capacity ..................... 5.5" Diameter Wheel Size................................. 5.30/4.50-6 Pneu. (standard non-highway): 4.80/4.00-8 Pneu. (optional RoadTowing Package only) Axle ............................................
CHAPTER 2 GENERAL SAFETY RULES • READ THIS SAFETY & OPERATING MANUAL BEFORE YOU USE THE 30.00 COMMERCIAL DR RAPID-FEED CHIPPER. BECOME FAMILIAR WITH THE OPERATION AND SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS TO ENSURE THE BEST PERFORMANCE FROM YOUR MACHINE. • THOROUGHLY INSPECT THE AREA IN WHICH YOU WILL BE WORKING AND REMOVE ALL FOREIGN OBJECTS. LOOK FOR ROPE, WIRE, ETC., AND REMOVE THESE OBJECTS BEFORE CHIPPING. INSERTING THESE OBJECTS INTO THE CHIPPER HOPPER COULD DAMAGE THE MACHINE AND/OR CAUSE INJURY.
#242041 #241991 #241811 #241831 #242001 #127811 #242331 #243011 #242611 (Road-Towing Package only) 4 30.
#241821 #241841 CONTACT US AT www.DRpower.
Protecting Yourself and Those Around You THIS IS A HIGH-POWERED MACHINE, WITH MOVING PARTS OPERATING WITH HIGH ENERGY AT HIGH SPEEDS. YOU MUST OPERATE THE MACHINE SAFELY. UNSAFE OPERATION CAN CREATE A NUMBER OF HAZARDS FOR YOU, AS WELL AS ANYONE ELSE IN THE NEARBY AREA. ALWAYS TAKE THE FOLLOWING PRECAUTIONS WHEN USING THIS MACHINE: • ALWAYS WEAR PROTECTIVE GOGGLES OR SAFETY GLASSES WITH SIDE SHIELDS WHILE CHIPPING TO PROTECT YOUR EYES FROM POSSIBLE THROWN DEBRIS.
• NEVER TRY TO PICK UP, MOVE, OR TRANSPORT THE MACHINE WHILE THE ENGINE IS RUNNING OR THE FLYWHEEL IS TURNING. • THE MUFFLER AND ENGINE BECOME VERY HOT AND CAN CAUSE A SEVERE BURN; DO NOT TOUCH. • CLEAR THE AREA OF OBJECTS SUCH AS WIRE AND ROPE, ETC. INSERTING THESE OBJECTS INTO THE CHIPPER HOPPER COULD DAMAGE THE FLYWHEEL AND/OR CAUSE INJURY. • NEVER, UNDER ANY CONDITIONS, REMOVE, BEND, CUT, FIT, WELD, OR OTHERWISE ALTER STANDARD PARTS ON THE 30.00 COMMERCIAL DR RAPID-FEED CHIPPER.
• FILL THE GASOLINE TANK OUTDOORS WITH THE ENGINE OFF AND ALLOW THE ENGINE TO COOL COMPLETELY. DON'T HANDLE GASOLINE IF YOU OR ANYONE NEARBY IS SMOKING, OR IF YOU'RE NEAR ANYTHING THAT COULD CAUSE IT TO IGNITE OR EXPLODE. REINSTALL THE FUEL TANK AND FUEL CONTAINER CAPS SECURELY. • IF YOU SPILL GASOLINE, DO NOT ATTEMPT TO START THE ENGINE. MOVE THE MACHINE AWAY FROM THE AREA OF THE SPILL AND AVOID CREATING ANY SOURCE OF IGNITION UNTIL THE GAS VAPORS HAVE DISSIPATED.
• • TOWING THE MACHINE CAN AFFECT HANDLING OF THE TOW VEHICLE: − THE CHIPPER MIGHT TRACK AT AN ANGLE TO THE TOW VEHICLE. − THE MACHINE CAN TURN TIGHTER THAN THE TOW VEHICLE. − NEVER BACK UP THE TOW VEHICLE WITH THE CHIPPER ATTACHED. THE MACHINE CAN JACKKNIFE, CAUSING DAMAGE TO ITSELF AND/OR THE TOW VEHICLE. LONG DISTANCE TOWING IS NOT RECOMMENDED. THE 30.00 COMMERCIAL DR RAPID-FEED CHIPPER DOES NOT HAVE SPRINGS TO ABSORB ROAD SHOCK AND WILL TEND TO BOUNCE ON ROUGH ROADS.
• WHENEVER YOU LEAVE THE OPERATING POSITION OR IF YOU HAVE TO REMOVE PROCESSED MATERIAL, LEAVES, OR DEBRIS FROM THE MACHINE, ALWAYS SHUT DOWN THE ENGINE.
A Note to All Users Under California law, and the laws of some other states, you are not permitted to operate an internal combustion engine using hydrocarbon fuels without an engine spark arrester. This also applies to operation on US Forest Lands. All 30.00 COMMERCIAL DR RAPID-FEED CHIPPERS shipped to California, New Mexico and Washington State are provided with spark arresters.
12 30.
CHAPTER 3 SETTING UP YOUR 30.00 COMMERCIAL DR RAPID-FEED CHIPPER This chapter outlines unpacking and a few simple steps you will need to follow to set up your new machine before you use it. It may be helpful to familiarize yourself with the controls and features of your 30.00 COMMERCIAL DR RAPID-FEED CHIPPER as shown in Figure 1 before beginning these procedures.
Extended TopDischarge Package (optional Accessory) Road-Tow Package (optional Accessory) Unpacking the 30.00 COMMERCIAL DR RAPID-FEED CHIPPER NOTE: Unpacking the 30.00 COMMERCIAL DR RAPID-FEED CHIPPER is a two-person job. We recommend you have an extra set of hands available before you begin, as the 30.00 COMMERCIAL DR RAPID-FEED CHIPPER weighs 491 lbs.
• WEAR EYE PROTECTION WHEN CUTTING THE BANDING. THE BANDING MAY HAVE A LOT OF TENSION ON IT AND MAY SNAP AND CUT YOU. ALWAYS STAND TO ONE SIDE WHEN CUTTING THE BAND. • STABILIZE THE SHIPPING CONTAINER ON CLEAN FLAT TERRAIN BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO UNPACK AND ASSEMBLE THE CHIPPER. • FOR YOUR SAFETY WE RECOMMEND YOU HAVE TWO PEOPLE FOR THE FOLLOWING PROCEDURES. 1. Cut the Plastic Banding that is securing the Parts Box and any Accessory Box that may be strapped to the Crate Top (Figure 5). 2.
Attaching the Hopper Assembly Hopper Assembly NOTE: We recommend that you have someone help you lift the Hopper in place and support it until it is secured to the Chipper. Hopper Hardware Tools Needed: • Two 1/2" Wrenches 1. Attach the Hopper Assembly to the Chipper with six 5/16"-18 x 1" Bolts, twelve Flat Washers (one Washer on Bolt side and one on Lock Nut side) and six Nylon Lock Nuts (Figure 7). NOTE: Install hardware with Bolt Head on the top side.
Connecting the Battery Cable We ship the 30.00 COMMERCIAL DR RAPID-FEED CHIPPER with the negative terminal battery cable disconnected. This prevents the battery from discharging during shipment. Before using your 30.00 COMMERCIAL DR RAPID-FEED CHIPPER, you must connect the battery cable. Tools and Supplies Needed: • 1. 2. Two 5/16" Wrenches Remove the hardware from the negative terminal of the Battery with two 5/16" wrenches (Figure 10).
Gas Cap Adding Oil Oil Fill Cap (Dipstick on other side of Engine) 1. Place the machine on a level surface and remove the Dipstick (clean the end of the Dipstick with a rag) (Figure 11). 2. Machines are shipped with no oil, Open the Oil Fill Cap and add 1/2 of the SAE 30 high detergent oil recommended by the engine manufacturer and wait one minute for the oil to settle. 3. Replace the Dipstick all the way in to ensure an accurate reading and then remove it to check the oil level. 4.
Check the Tire Pressure Tools Needed: • • Tire Pressure Gauge Air Compressor NOTE: There should be 38 psi. max. in each tire. 1. Remove the Valve Stem Protective Cap (Figure 13) and check the tire pressure with a tire pressure gauge. 2. If the pressure is too low, add air with an air hose through the Valve Stem. 3. Replace the Valve Stem Protective Cap. Valve Stem Protective Cap Figure 13 CONTACT US AT www.DRpower.
20 30.
CHAPTER 4 OPERATING YOUR 30.00 COMMERCIAL DR RAPID-FEED CHIPPER This chapter covers the procedures for starting and stopping your new 30.00 COMMERCIAL DR RAPIDFEED CHIPPER and discusses basic operation features. • THE DESIGN OF THIS MACHINE IS FOR CHIPPING WOOD. NEVER USE THIS MACHINE FOR ANY OTHER PURPOSE AS IT COULD CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY. • CONTACT WITH INTERNAL ROTATING PARTS WILL CAUSE SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY.
Operation Notes Top View Operator Zone • Visually check the Chipper Knife for damage before each use of the machine. See “VISUAL INSPECTION OF THE CHIPPER KNIFE (before each use)” in Chapter 5 for info on accessing the Chipper Knife. • At engine start-up, the engine of your DR CHIPPER operates under no load until approximately 1800 RPM, at which speed the Centrifugal Clutch engages and begins driving the Rotor Assembly. Always operate the Engine at full speed when chipping (3400 +/- 200 RPM).
THE CHIPPER HOPPER MUST BE SECURELY BOLTED TO YOUR DR RAPID-FEED CHIPPER AND THE BLOWBACK SHIELD IN PLACE BEFORE USING THE MACHINE! USE COMMON SENSE WHEN USING THE MACHINE. LEARN TO RECOGNIZE THE CHANGE IN SOUNDS WHEN OVERLOADED. TURN OFF THE ENGINE IMMEDIATELY IF THE MACHINE BECOMES JAMMED TO PREVENT DAMAGE TO THE DRIVE SYSTEM. • Your DR RAPID-FEED CHIPPER can process dry or green wood up to 5.5" in diameter.
Starting the Engine Choke Control Lever 1. Ensure that the Fuel Shut-Off Valve is in the “ON” position (Figure 14). 2. Pull the Choke Control Lever to the “CHOKE” position (Figure 16) (leave in the RUN position if the engine is already warm). 3. Ensure that the Throttle Control Lever is in the “IDLE” position (Figure 17). 4. Insert the Key and turn it to the “START” position until the engine starts, then release (Figure 18).
Stopping the Engine THE FLYWHEEL WILL STILL ROTATE FOR A WHILE AFTER THE ENGINE IS SHUT OFF. SHUT DOWN THE ENGINE, WAIT FOR ALL MOVING PARTS TO COME TO A COMPLETE STOP, REMOVE SPARK PLUG WIRES, DISCONNECT THE NEGATIVE BATTERY CABLE, THEN WAIT 5 MINUTES BEFORE MOVING OR WORKING ON THE CHIPPER. 1. Slowly move the Throttle Control Lever all the way to the “IDLE” position and turn the Key Switch to the “OFF” position. 2. Remove the Key for safety.
Adjusting the Angle of the Tongue Weldment The Tongue Weldment can be adjusted to the horizontal position to enable the Chipper to be towed with a tractor or it can be adjusted to the vertical position as a Support Leg to level and stabilize the Chipper when not hitched to a tractor. Pin Holes for Support Leg Position Towing Position Pivot Pin Holes for Towing Position Support Leg Position Pin and Hitch Clip Tongue Weldment Figure 19 1.
To Free a Jammed Flywheel SHUT DOWN THE ENGINE, WAIT FOR ALL MOVING PARTS TO COME TO A COMPLETE STOP, REMOVE SPARK PLUG WIRES, DISCONNECT THE NEGATIVE BATTERY CABLE, THEN WAIT 5 MINUTES BEFORE MOVING OR WORKING ON THE CHIPPER. Tools Needed: • Discharge Chute Two 1/2" Wrenches Scroll Weldment Disassemble: 1. Disconnect the battery at the negative terminal. 2. Remove any material left in the Chipper Hopper.
28 30.
CHAPTER 5 MAINTAINING THE 30.00 COMMERCIAL DR RAPID-FEED CHIPPER This chapter covers regular maintenance procedures that will ensure the best performance and long life of your DR RAPID-FEED CHIPPER. For engine maintenance, please refer to the Engine Owner’s Manual that came with your machine. Service intervals listed in the checklist below supercede those listed in the Engine Owner’s Manual. Maintenance Kits and Accessories are available through our website at www.DRpower.com.
Grease Fittings Your DR RAPID-FEED CHIPPER was greased at the Factory. The operator needs to periodically lubricate the two Bearings of the Chipper Assembly. SHUT DOWN THE ENGINE, WAIT FOR ALL MOVING PARTS TO COME TO A COMPLETE STOP, REMOVE SPARK PLUG WIRES, DISCONNECT THE NEGATIVE BATTERY CABLE, THEN WAIT 5 MINUTES BEFORE PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE OR INSPECTION ON THE CHIPPER. Tools and Supplies needed: • • • • • Set Screw Grease Fitting Bearing 1.
Removing and Replacing the Engine Oil and Filter SHUT DOWN THE ENGINE, WAIT FOR ALL MOVING PARTS TO COME TO A COMPLETE STOP, REMOVE SPARK PLUG WIRES, DISCONNECT THE NEGATIVE BATTERY CABLE, THEN WAIT 5 MINUTES BEFORE PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE OR INSPECTION ON THE CHIPPER. Tools and Supplies Needed • • • • • SAE 30 HD Oil 7/8" Wrench Oil Filter Wrench Suitable container for used oil Rags NOTE: Drain the oil when the engine is warm. Warm oil drains quicker and more completely. 1.
Removing, Replacing and Adjusting the Drive Belt SHUT DOWN THE ENGINE, WAIT FOR ALL MOVING PARTS TO COME TO A COMPLETE STOP, REMOVE SPARK PLUG WIRES, DISCONNECT THE NEGATIVE BATTERY CABLE, THEN WAIT 5 MINUTES BEFORE PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE OR INSPECTION ON THE CHIPPER. USE ONLY DR BELTS ON YOUR MACHINE. THE BELTS HAVE BEEN THOROUGHLY TESTED AND PROVEN FOR MANY HOURS OF USE.
5. Remove the Locknut and then remove the Belt Cover Bracket for better access to the Sheave (Figure 27). 6. Remove the Belt from the Clutch and Sheave (Figure 28). Locknut Belt Guard Bracket Installing and Adjusting the Belt NOTE: The Belt Tensioner Adjusting Nut may need to be loosened up more per the previous instructions “Removing the Belt” to enable you to install a new Belt. 1. Install the Belt onto the Sheave and Clutch. 2.
5. Straightedge 6. 3/8" Belt Figure 30 Place a Straightedge on the Belt (over the Clutch and Sheave) and push down on the Belt to measure the deflection from the Straightedge to the Belt with a tape measure (Figure 30). The measurement should be approximately 3/8". 7. Tighten or loosen the Adjusting Nut until the Belt is properly tensioned. 8. When the Belt is properly tensioned, tighten the four Engine Bolts. 9. Reinstall the Belt Guard. 10.
THE HOPPER SHOULD BE SUPPORTED WHEN THE MOUNTING HARDWARE IS REMOVED. REMOVAL OF THE HOPPER IS DIFFICULT FOR ONE PERSON. TWO PEOPLE ARE NEEDED FOR THE HOPPER REMOVAL PROCESS. VISUAL INSPECTION OF THE CHIPPER KNIFE (before each use) Screws Front Access Cover Tools Needed: • 5/16" Wrench 1. Remove the four Screws that secure the Front Access Cover with a 5/16" wrench and remove the Access Cover (Figure 31). 2. Rotate the Flywheel with a long stick until the Knife is visible.
Removing and Replacing the Chipper Knife BE CAREFUL AND WEAR GLOVES WHEN WORKING NEAR THE CHIPPER KNIFE. THE KNIFE EDGE CAN CUT YOU IF YOU COME IN CONTACT WITH IT. Tools Needed: • • • • • Self Tapping Screws Rear Knife Access Cover (one on the front side also) 1. Remove the Belt Guard (see “Removing and Replacing the Drive Belt” in this Chapter to remove the Belt Guard). 2.
9. Install a new or sharpened Knife as shown with the Knife edge facing up and towards you and finger tighten the Allen screws and Lock Nuts (use the new hardware supplied with a new Knife kit) to hold the Knife to the Flywheel. 10. Using a 7/32” Allen wrench and a 1/2” socket, tighten the center Screw and Locknut, then tighten the outer Screw and Locknut, and finally tighten the inner Screw and Locknut. 11. Double-check that all three Locknuts on the Allen Screws are tight. 12.
Checking the Knife to Wear Plate Gap Knife Knife Gap Gauge 1. Remove the Hopper (See “Inspecting the Chipper Knife and Wear Plate” in this Chapter). 2. Use a stick to rotate the Flywheel until the Knife can be positioned next to the Wear Plate. 3. Slide the Knife Gauge in between the Knife and Wear Plate to check the clearance (Figure 37). Wear Plate Figure 37 4. • If the Knife Gauge slides freely, with no resistance and extra space, the Wear plate must be adjusted.
AFTER ANY KNIFE OR WEAR PLATE MAINTENANCE OR ADJUSTMENT, ROTATE THE CHIPPER FLYWHEEL BY USING A WOODEN STICK AND WATCH AND LISTEN CAREFULLY FOR ANY UNUSUAL NOISES, CLICKING OR VIBRATION. IF YOU DETECT ANY OF THESE, INSPECT THE MACHINE FOR DAMAGE, OR ANY LOOSE PARTS. REPAIR OR REPLACE ANY DAMAGED PARTS AND TIGHTEN ANY LOOSE PARTS BEFORE STARTING THE DR RAPID-FEED CHIPPER. Chipper Knife Sharpening • You should never attempt to sharpen the Chipper Knife freehand.
• A new Chipper Knife has 1.579" measurement between the short side bevel edge and the Knife Top Edge (Figure 41 “New Knife”). • The knife should never be sharpened to the extent that more than 3/32" is taken off this measurement. • Once this measurement is below 1.485" (see Figure 41 “Sharpened Knife”), or if you are unable to remove dents or gouges with these guidelines, replace the Knife.
Removing and Replacing the Wheels The Wheels on the DR 30.00 FTP COMMERCIAL Rapid Feed Chipper are pneumatic and have pressed in Bearings for easy transport. With use, tires or Bearings may need replacing. The following procedures will explain the replacement procedures. SHUT DOWN THE ENGINE, WAIT FOR ALL MOVING PARTS TO COME TO A COMPLETE STOP, REMOVE SPARK PLUG WIRES, DISCONNECT THE NEGATIVE BATTERY CABLE, THEN WAIT 5 MINUTES BEFORE PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE OR INSPECTION ON THE CHIPPER.
SHUT DOWN THE ENGINE, WAIT FOR ALL MOVING PARTS TO COME TO A COMPLETE STOP, REMOVE SPARK PLUG WIRES, DISCONNECT THE NEGATIVE BATTERY CABLE, THEN WAIT 5 MINUTES BEFORE PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE OR INSPECTION ON THE CHIPPER. • DO NOT TAMPER WITH THE ENGINE’S GOVERNOR SETTING. THE GOVERNOR CONTROLS THE MAXIMUM SAFE OPERATION SPEED AND PROTECTS THE ENGINE. OVER-SPEEDING THE ENGINE IS DANGEROUS AND WILL CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE ENGINE AND TO THE OTHER MOVING PARTS OF THE MACHINE.
Tools and Supplies Needed: • • 1. Key Keyway 9/16" Wrench Anti-seize compound Remove the Belt Guard and Belt (see “Removing, Replacing and Adjusting the Drive Belt” in this Chapter). 2. Remove the Clutch Bolt, Lock Washer and Washer and then slide the Clutch from the Crankshaft (Figure 44). 3. Remove the Key from the keyway in the Engine Crankshaft and set it aside. 4. Clean the engine crankshaft and remove any burrs, then apply anti-seize compound to the crankshaft. 5.
To connect a battery charger to your DR RAPID-FEED CHIPPER, follow the steps listed below. 1. Attach the black (-) battery charger wire to the battery negative (-) terminal, and attach the red (+) battery charger wire to the battery positive (+) terminal. 2. Plug the battery charger into an outlet. WHEN YOU ARE FINISHED CHARGING THE BATTERY, DISCONNECT THE CHARGER FROM THE OUTLET FIRST, THEN DISCONNECT THE BATTERY CHARGER WIRES FROM THE BATTERY.
End of Season and Storage • SHUT DOWN THE ENGINE, WAIT FOR ALL MOVING PARTS TO COME TO A COMPLETE STOP, REMOVE SPARK PLUG WIRES, DISCONNECT THE NEGATIVE BATTERY CABLE, THEN WAIT 5 MINUTES BEFORE PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE OR INSPECTION ON THE CHIPPER. • NEVER STORE THE DR RAPID-FEED CHIPPER WITH FUEL IN THE FUEL TANK INSIDE A BUILDING WHERE IGNITION SOURCES ARE PRESENT, SUCH AS HOT WATER AND SPACE HEATERS, CLOTHES DRYERS AND THE LIKE. IF YOU ARE GOING TO DRAIN THE FUEL TANK, DO THIS OUTDOORS.
46 30.
CHAPTER 6 TROUBLESHOOTING Most problems are easy to fix. Consult the Troubleshooting Table below for common problems and their solutions. If you continue to experience problems, contact us at www.DRpower.com or call DR Power Equipment for support. SHUT DOWN THE ENGINE, WAIT FOR ALL MOVING PARTS TO COME TO A COMPLETE STOP, REMOVE SPARK PLUG WIRES, DISCONNECT THE NEGATIVE BATTERY CABLE, THEN WAIT 5 MINUTES BEFORE PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE OR INSPECTION ON THE CHIPPER..
SHUT DOWN THE ENGINE, WAIT FOR ALL MOVING PARTS TO COME TO A COMPLETE STOP, REMOVE SPARK PLUG WIRES, DISCONNECT THE NEGATIVE BATTERY CABLE, THEN WAIT 5 MINUTES BEFORE PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE OR INSPECTION ON THE CHIPPER.. Troubleshooting Table (continued) SYMPTOM The engine lacks power or is not running smoothly. (Please refer to the Engine Owner’s Manual for enginespecific procedures.) POSSIBLE CAUSE ⇒ Check the Throttle Lever travel and adjustment.
SHUT DOWN THE ENGINE, WAIT FOR ALL MOVING PARTS TO COME TO A COMPLETE STOP, REMOVE SPARK PLUG WIRES, DISCONNECT THE NEGATIVE BATTERY CABLE, THEN WAIT 5 MINUTES BEFORE PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE OR INSPECTION ON THE CHIPPER.. Troubleshooting Table (continued) SYMPTOM The belt frays or rolls over the pulley. POSSIBLE CAUSE - Clutch overheats. ⇒ ⇒ ⇒ ⇒ - Belt burns. - Flywheel won’t turn. The machine has excessive vibration.
SHUT DOWN THE ENGINE, WAIT FOR ALL MOVING PARTS TO COME TO A COMPLETE STOP, REMOVE SPARK PLUG WIRES, DISCONNECT THE NEGATIVE BATTERY CABLE, THEN WAIT 5 MINUTES BEFORE PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE OR INSPECTION ON THE CHIPPER.. Troubleshooting Table (continued) SYMPTOM The he machine’s wheels track left or right while being towed. 50 POSSIBLE CAUSE ⇒ Check the tire pressure. There should be 38 psi in each tire. There should be 60 psi in each tire if you have the road towing option. 30.
CHAPTER 7 CHIPPER ACCESSORIES SHUT DOWN THE ENGINE, WAIT FOR ALL MOVING PARTS TO COME TO A COMPLETE STOP, REMOVE SPARK PLUG WIRES, DISCONNECT THE NEGATIVE BATTERY CABLE, THEN WAIT 5 MINUTES BEFORE PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE, ADDING OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES OR INSPECTION ON THE CHIPPER. Extended Top-Discharge Chute The Extended Top-Disc p-Discharge Chute enables you to better control the direction of the discharged chips and allows you to direct them into a trailer or truck bed for transport.
OPERATION Adjusting the Extended Top-Discharge Chute Discharge Direction: Extended TopDischarge Chute 180° Locking Pin Discharge Ring 1. Pull the Hitch Clip and remove the Locking Pin (Figure 47). 2. Rotate the Extended Top-Discharge Chute to the direction desired. NOTE: The Extended Top-Discharge Chute has a range of motion of 180˚ that spans the front and both sides of the Chipper. There are 11 different hole settings at 18˚ increments that you can use. Hitch Clip 3.
Road-Towing Package Wheel Assembly Fender Axle Assembly The Road-Towing Package enables the Chipper to be towed behind a vehicle that is equipped with a 2" ball hitch and transported on public roads to another site.
INSTALLATION Tools and Supplies Needed: Hitch Clip • • • • • • • • • • • • Standard Tow Hitch Pin Wire Cutter/Stripper Cable Ties (provided) Two 3/4" Wrenches Two 9/16" Wrenches Two 1/2" Wrenches 10" Adjustable Wrench Electrical Tape Jack Stands or Blocks Jack 5/32" Allen Wrench Needle Nose Pliers Hammer Installing the Tow Hitch: Bolt and Locknut Figure 52 1. Insert a jack-stand or blocks at the front of the Chipper to lift the Standard Tow Hitch off the ground. 2.
3. Remove the Collar from the axle by loosening the Set Screw with a 5/32" allen wrench and pulling the Collar off. 4. Remove the Wheel and Spacer that is behind the Collar from the Axle. 5. Pull the opposite wheel along with the Axle from the Chipper. 6. Slide the Spacer, Wheel and Collar back onto the Axle and store in a safe place. 7. Remove the four Bolts, Lock Washers and Nuts (two large washers on top two holes only) from the side of the chipper Frame with two 9/16" wrenches (Figure 55). 8.
11. Slide a Wheel Assembly onto the Axle Shaft. Make sure the open side of the Wheel Hub with the loose Taper Bearing is facing towards you (Figure 58). Wheel Assembly Figure 58 Taper Bearing 12. Screw the Castle Nut onto the Axle and tighten it with an adjustable wrench to seat the Bearings (Figure 59). 13. Back the Castle Nut off and then snug it up to the Bearing lightly. 14. Insert a Cotter Pin through the slots of the Castle Nut and into the hole in the Axle. Castle Nut 15.
Installing the Tail Lights: 1. Push the Yellow/Brown and Green/Brown Wires of the Wire Harness through the hole in the front left side of the Frame (Figure 61). Hole in Frame Wire Harness Figure 61 2. Pull the Wires to the back of the Chipper Frame. Pull the Yellow/Brown Wires up through the Wire Hole on the left rear of the Frame (Figure 62). Do not pull the Wires through the Bracket Holes. 3. Pull the Green/Brown Wire up through the Wire Hole in the right rear of the Frame. 4.
7. Attach both Light Brackets to the Frame with Bolts and Locknuts with two 1/2" wrenches (Figure 64). 8. Secure the Wires under the Frame with Cable Ties at the four places shown (Figure 65). 9. Pull the excess wire to the front of the Chipper. Light Bracket Bolt and Locknut Figure 64 Wire Harness Cable Ties Figure 65 10. Strip 1" of insulation from the end of the White (Ground) Wire. Ground Wire Trailer Hitch Bolt Figure 66 58 11.
Towing NOTE: The Tow Bar must be in the horizontal (towing) position for the following procedures. Latch Assembly Tow Hitch Assembly MAKING SURE THE CHIPPER IS SECURELY ATTACHED TO THE VEHICLE IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE OWNER/OPERATOR. FAILURE TO SECURELY ATTACH THE CHIPPER CAN CAUSE LOSS OF CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE OR THE CHIPPER BEING SEPARATED FROM THE TOWING VEHICLE, RESULTING IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. 1. 2. 3. Pull the latch assembly on the Tow Hitch Assembly up and into the open position.
Hitch Coupler Adjustment Check Locking Trigger Pull 1. Place the proper size ball in the socket of the coupler and close the latch assembly (Figure 70). Verify that the locking trigger is properly engaged in its detent. 2. Pull on the ball and/or coupler, trying to remove the ball from the socket. If the ball moves more than 1/16" in the coupler’s socket, the clamp requires adjustment. Follow the proper adjustment procedure in the following steps.
CONTACT US AT www.DRpower.
CHAPTER 8 PARTS LIST AND SCHEMATIC DIAGRAMS Parts List - 30.00 Commercial DR Rapid-Feed Chipper NOTE: Part numbers listed are available through DR Power Equipment.
Schematic - 30.00 Commercial DR Rapid-Feed Chipper CONTACT US AT www.DRpower.
Parts List - 30.00 Commercial DR Rapid-Feed Chipper NOTE: Part numbers listed are available through DR Power Equipment. Ref# Part# Description 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10 11 12 242181 242191 154490 154480 145160 242251 242261 242271 242281 241651 242201 241981 13 14 15 16 17 242771 242781 242791 216541 242221 18 19 20 242231 242801 144441 Base Weldment Bracket, Axle Bolt, 3/8-16 X 1-1/4", GR 5 Nut, Nylon Lock, 3/8-16 Washer Axle, 3/4" OD Collar, Locking, 3/4" ID Wheel, Pneumatic, 5.3/4.
Schematic - 30.00 Commercial DR Rapid-Feed Chipper CONTACT US AT www.DRpower.
Parts List – Chipper Basic NOTE: Part numbers listed are available through DR Power Equipment.
Schematic - Chipper Basic CONTACT US AT www.DRpower.
Parts List – Hopper Assembly NOTE: Part numbers listed are available through DR Power Equipment.
Schematic – Hopper Assembly CONTACT US AT www.DRpower.
Parts List – Accessories NOTE: Part numbers listed are available through DR Power Equipment.
Schematic – Accessories CONTACT US AT www.DRpower.
72 30.
Notes: CONTACT US AT www.DRpower.
Notes: 74 30.
30.00 COMMERCIAL DR® RAPID-FEED™ CHIPPER 2-Year Limited Warranty Terms and Conditions The 30.00 COMMERCIAL DR® RAPID-FEED™ CHIPPER is warranted for one (2) year against defects in materials or workmanship when put to ordinary and normal consumer use; ninety (90) days for any other use. For the purposes of all the above warranties, “ordinary and normal consumer use” refers to non-commercial residential use and does not include misuse, accidents or damage due to inadequate maintenance.
Daily Checklist for the 30.00 COMMERCIAL DR RAPID-FEED CHIPPER To help maintain your 30.00 COMMERCIAL DR RAPID-FEED CHIPPER for optimum performance, we recommend you follow this checklist each time you use your Chipper. SHUT DOWN THE ENGINE, WAIT FOR ALL MOVING PARTS TO COME TO A COMPLETE STOP, REMOVE SPARK PLUG WIRES, DISCONNECT THE NEGATIVE BATTERY CABLE, THEN WAIT 5 MINUTES BEFORE PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE OR INSPECTION ON THE CHIPPER.
