Operating instructions
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2 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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Machine operation and maintenance is allowed to qualified persons older then 18 years of age, only!
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Before starting the work, the machine must be placed in a stable position,!
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Use only P.T.O. shafts of appropriate strength (min. 25 kW), with undamaged outer plastic protective
cover (RCA 380)!
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Never use damaged, cracked or deformed cutting chains!
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Always wear personal protective equipment (safety glasses, hearing protectors, gloves and forestry
boots)!
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When troubleshooting, replacing the chain or any service procedure, always disengage P.T.O. shaft and
shut down the tractor (RCA 380) or unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet (RCA 380 E)!
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Do not wear loose clothes!
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Keep the working environment clean and tidy!
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Always use caution when operating the machine! Rotating chain can cause serious injuries in case of
incorrect use of the machine.
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Never leave the machine running without supervision!
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Do not reach into the working area, while the machine is in operation!
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Before removing a wedged piece of wood, shut down the machine drive (RCA 380) or turn off the mac-
hine using »START-STOP« Switch (RCA 380 E)!
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When transporting the machine on public roads it is necessary to install lights on the read end of the
machine!
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For your own safety use only original spare parts and accessories which are approved by the manufac-
turer!
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The machine must be grounded according to regulations (RCA 380 E)!
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Damaged power cord or plug must be replaced immediately (RCA 380 E)!
3 MACHINE SETUP AND OPERATION
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Mount the firewood processor to the three-point tractor system using bolts. Lower tractor connecting han-
dles must be fixed with tensioning screws, so the machine cannot move transversely. When transporting
the machine, consider the weight of the whole machine (Chapter 1.5).
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Connect the P.T.O. shaft to the cardan shaft and secure it using the safety chain.
Before the first installation also check the P.T.O. shaft length.
Check the P.T.O. shaft length by raising and lowering the machine to determine the position with the
shortest distance among connecting shafts. Tubes should be in this position, when the P.T.O. shaft is
connected, app. 20 mm shorter.
In case the P.T.O. shaft is too long, it must be shortened:
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Saw of steel and plastic tubes on both ends to the same length. Afterwards file down, clean and grease
the edges.
RCA 380 :
P.T.O. shaft must be connected to the machine as perpendicular as possible! Therefore, it is recommended the
machine is connected to the three point tractor system, during the operation.