Company Chipper User Manual

14 Operation
MAN0506 (Rev. 9/5/2008)
OPERATION
The Woods Flail Shredder is designed to pick up and
shred crop and plant residue left in the field. Rotational
power to the flails is provided by the tractor PTO.
Be familiar with the flail shredder before starting.
The owner is responsible for training operators in the
safe operation of the flail shredder.
 Safety instructions are important! Read all
attachment and power unit manuals; follow all
safety rules and safety decal information. (Replace-
ment manuals and safety decals are available from
your dealer. To locate your nearest dealer, check
the Dealer Locator at www.WoodsEquipment.com,
or in the United States and Canada call 1-800-319-
6637.) Failure to follow instructions or safety rules
can result in serious injury or death.
 Never allow children or untrained persons to
operate equipment.
 Make sure shields and guards are properly
installed and in good condition. Replace if damaged.
 Keep hands, feet, hair, and clothing away from
equipment while engine is running. Stay clear of all
moving parts.
 Never allow riders on power unit or attachment.
 Before dismounting power unit or performing
any service or maintenance, follow these steps:
disengage power to equipment, lower the 3-point
hitch and all raised components to the ground,
operate valve levers to release any hydraulic pres-
sure, set parking brake, stop engine, remove key,
and unfasten seat belt.
 Do not allow bystanders in the area when oper-
ating, attaching, removing, assembling, or servic-
ing equipment.
 Keep bystanders away from equipment.
 Operate tractor PTO at the rpm speed stated in
“Specifications” section.
 Always sit in power unit seat when operating
controls or starting engine. Securely fasten seat
belt, place transmission in neutral, engage brake,
and ensure all other controls are disengaged
before starting power unit engine.
 Always comply with all state and local lighting
and marking requirements.
 Always wear relatively tight and belted clothing
to avoid getting caught in moving parts. Wear
sturdy, rough-soled work shoes and protective
equipment for eyes, hair, hands, hearing, and head;
and respirator or filter mask where appropriate.
PRINCIPAL COMPONENTS
The Woods Flail Shredder consists of a large rotating
tube with swinging steel flails attached. The flails pick
up or strike crop residue or trash and shred it. Rota-
tional power to the drum is provided by the tractor PTO
through a gearbox in the center of the machine.
For removing the center strip of crop residue, an
optional hydraulically driven blade can be installed
under the cover in the center of the machine.
The flail shredder is designed to be used as a pull-type,
semi-mounted, or 3-point mounted machine.
BREAK-IN OF THE FLAIL SHREDDER
The following should be observed when operating the
unit for the first time:
NOTICE
■ Before operating the unit in the field, run the
PTO clutch. See . Weasler Modular Friction Clutch
(24K), page 33.
After operating for 1/2 hour
1. Check all nuts, bolts, and other fasteners. Tighten
to specifications given in the Bolt Torque Chart,
page 63.
2. Tighten wheel bolts to specifications given in the
Bolt Torque Chart, page 63.
3. Check that the flails are in good condition and
swing freely.
4. Check oil level in the gearbox. Add oil if needed.
5. Check that the PTO driveline shield turns freely.
6. Lubricate all grease points.
After operating for 5 to 10 hours
1. Repeat Steps 1 through 5 above.
2. Follow regular service schedule as outlined in
Service & Maintenance, page 24.
CAUTION
CAUTION