Band-it INTIMIDATOR 19XPC User manual

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INTIMIDATOR 19XPC
Copyright 1/18
ATTENTION:
Depending on what replacement parts you are ordering, we will need the following information:
CHIPPER COMPONENTS
Serial Number
Model Number of Chipper
ENGINE COMPONENTS
Brand
Engine Serial Number
Engine Model Number
CLUTCH COMPONENTS
Brand
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INTIMIDATOR™ 19XPC
OPERATING & PARTS MANUAL
6750 Millbrook Rd. • Remus, MI 49340 • 1-989-561-2270
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WARNING
!
ADVERTENCIA
!
Breathing diesel engine
exhaust exposes you to
chemicals known to the
State of California to cause
cancer and birth defects or
other reproductive harm.
• Always start and
operate the engine in a
well-ventilated area.
• If in an enclosed area,
vent the exhaust to the
outside.
• Do not modify or tamper
with the exhaust system.
• Do not idle the engine
except as necessary.
For more information go to:
www.P65warnings.ca.gov/diesel
Respirar gases de escape de
motores diesel le expone a
quÍmicos conocidos por el estado
de California como causales de
cáncer y defectos congénitos u
otros daños reproductivos.
Para mayor informaciÓn visite:
www.P65warnings.ca.gov/diesel
• Siempre encienda y opere el
motor en áreas bien ventiladas.
• Si está en un área cerrada,
ventile escape hacia el exterior.
• No modifi que ni altere el
sistema de escape.
• No deje el motor en ralentÍa no
ser que sea necesario.
SPW-46 8/18
SPW-47 8/18
Cancer and
Reproductive
Harm
WARNING
!
ADVERTENCIA
!
Cáncer y daño
reproductivo
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Safety Booklet
!DANGER
ACCIDENTS
INVOLVING
BRUSH CHIPPERS
CAN AND
SHOULD BE
PREVENTED...
Operator training and
enforcement of safety
policies are
ESSENTIAL!

Bandit Industries, Inc.
Safety Booklet i
This safety booklet describes important safety features on Brush Bandit® Chippers. This booklet involves
safety for your employees and the chipper. The safety features are available as update kits for older chippers
and can be obtained for very little expense. If you have chippers that Do Not have any of these - Add them
to your chipper now.
If you have purchased a Brush Bandit® Chipper second hand, know someone that has, or have
resold a Brush Bandit® Chipper - please contact us. Please fax us at [phone] or e-mail us at
www.banditchippers.com with the chipper model number, chipper serial number, and current owners name,
address, etc. We need to know them and we want them to know us. Your assistance is greatly appreciated.
Make sure your chipper operators have been properly trained, and have read, understand, and follow safety
and operational procedures contained in the manuals, on the chipper itself, on decals, in this booklet, and the
video. These devices can be obtained through your local Bandit® dealer. To nd your closest dealer, look in
the yellow pages, look on our web page (www.banditchippers.com), or call 800-952-0178 or 989-561-2270.
Most, if not all, chipper related accidents are caused by operator negligence. A lack of proper and ongoing
training and lack of enforcement of safety policies signicantly increase the opportunity for operator error.
Many companies involved in tree care or tree maintenance have weekly meetings to review potential
hazards and discuss how accidents can be avoided. These meetings are a benet to new inexperienced
employees, and also remind experienced employees of the obvious dangers involved with tree work. Even
experienced employees may be injured if they mistakenly believe they fully understand the machine, yet take
unnecessary chances.
Industry leaders agree that safety should be at the top of everyone’s priority list. Employees need constant
reminders not to become over condent and not to take a casual approach to the potential hazards they
encounter on a daily basis. Improperly operating a brush chipper is very dangerous. The operator must be
trained and warned that amputation and death can happen unless they follow all warning instructions. They
must also always be in position and ready to operate feed controls if a dangerous situation should arise.
Bandit Industries, Inc. provides numerous decals on our chippers, safety instructions in operator manuals,
and videos to warn operators of hazards involving the use of the chipper. Additionally, we endeavor to provide
safety features on the machines to help prevent possible accidents when operators become careless and
neglectful.
The Brush Bandit® Chipper was introduced in 1983. Since then there have been several accidents in the
feed wheel area involving hands, arms, feet, and legs, some of which have resulted in death. These injuries
are caused by operators who improperly reach or kick into the chipper feedwheels. An operator reaches or
kicks into the feedwheels when he or she feels a need to push small twigs, leaves, etc. into the feedwheels
or to dislodge a piece of material in the machine. DO NOT reach or kick into the infeed hopper under any
circumstances!
DANGER
!
READ, UNDERSTAND AND FOLLOW ALL
SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS

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Safety Booklet ii
Operators must be trained to be constantly thinking about being in a
position and ready to use the forward‑o󰀨‑reverse feed control bar and
other controls. They should be thinking and ready to stop or reverse the
feed control bar the instant they feel any pulling toward the infeed hopper
or feedwheels. It is very easy to activate the control when the operator is
properly positioned, to stop or reverse the feedwheels, especially if they
are properly trained and paying attention.
It is di󰀩cult to activate the forward‑o󰀨‑reverse feed control bar if the operator
is bent over, reaching into the infeed hopper of the chipper. In this position the
operator is past the feed control bar, and in a very unsafe situation requiring
him/her to reach back and contact the control bar to stop or reverse the
feedwheels. The operators manual, video, and decals (located several
places on chipper) state; “never put feet or hands into the infeed hopper for any reason”.
If you have short pieces of wood, leaves, or twigs simply lay them on top of longer material while it is
feeding into the chipper. You can also use the wooden pusher tool. Do not feed vines or vine type material
into the chipper. Cut the vines into 4 to 5 foot lengths and lay them on top of longer material while it is feeding
into the chipper. With the vine material at this length, stop the feedwheels and lay the 4 to 5 foot pieces in
the infeed hopper, then they should be fed with the wooden pusher paddle. If you can’t cut the vines to this
length, don’t feed it into the chipper. Never put feet or hands into the infeed hopper for any reason! Always
be positioned and ready to operate control handle.
Always stand to the side of the infeed hopper when inserting material. This will allow you to turn away
from the wood, and walk away, without passing through the material. Feeding from the side also positions
the operator further from the feedwheels.
If you or your employees are not following these instructions, a very serious accident could occur. There is
no such thing as a “minor accident” if an operator gets into the feedwheels. Severe lacerations, amputations,
or even death can occur.
DANGER
!
NEVER REACH INTO THE INFEED HOPPER.
Do not let this happen to you or your employees. Follow correct operating instructions. There have been
several accidents that involved foot amputations, leg amputations, and death as a result of operators kicking
into the infeed hopper of the chipper. Brush chippers are designed to be operated with hands placing the
material into the chipper - NOT FEET! If the operator kicks the material that has become lodged or is not
going into the feedwheels, he or she is placing themselves in extreme danger. If the wood does free up and
goes into the feedwheels, the operator can be thrown o󰀨 balance. NEVER KICK OR PLACE A FOOT IN
THE CHIPPER INFEED HOPPER! Use a wooden push paddle to feed light, loose, wood material such as
twigs, leaves, etc. or when job is done you can shut o󰀨 everything, sweep up everything, and throw it in the
chip box or pile. If the wood material becomes lodged and stops feeding, back it out, and turn it to a better
position or trim it with a chain saw. Then, re-feed it into the chipper. NEVER FIGHT WITH THE WOOD TO
GET IT TO ENTER THE CHIPPER!
Bandit Industries, Inc. continues looking into what can be done
to reduce chipper injuries. The following safety features have been
developed for, and are currently being used on Brush Bandit®
Chippers. They are available from your local Bandit® Dealer. Some are
new and some have been presented before. We urge you to update
your chippers with these devices.
To update your chippers, you must supply chipper models and serial
numbers of every unit where you are installing these very important
safety features. Safety devices available vary between “Hand Fed”
and “Loader Fed” Chippers.
DANGER
!
NEVER REACH INTO THE INFEED HOPPER.

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Safety Booklet iii
The “Wood Push Paddle and Mount” have been standard equipment on our hand fed chippers since
March 21, 1994. The wooden push paddle, if used correctly, is intended to reduce the chance of a negligent
operator disregarding correct procedures, and using his/her foot or hand to push small wood debris in the
infeed hopper area. The wooden push paddle allows the operator to safely push materials from outside the
infeed hopper.
The wooden push paddle can also be used to push wood that may be hung up in the feedwheels. If the
hang up can not be dislodged by the wooden push paddle, a foot or hand won’t help either. Do Not use
steel or shovels or rakes. Reverse the material and trim it down,or shut
down the chipper, wait as many minutes as it takes for everything to
completely stop and dislodge the material using safety procedures.
Have you heard reports or seen operators bending over and reaching
way back into the infeed hopper, near the feedwheels? Have you seen
or heard of your employees using their foot to kick or push material that
is inside the infeed hopper? If either answer is yes, think how important
the wooden push paddle can be to discourage reaching or kicking into
the feedwheels. The wooden push paddle can be ordered through the
Bandit® dealer:
When you supply chipper model and serial number, these kits are available
from your local Bandit® dealer.
SAFETY FEATURE
!
WOODEN PUSH AND PADDLE MOUNT
Update Kit # UK-1008
“WOODEN PUSH PADDLE
AND MOUNT”
#980-0507-42
19” Wide Paddle
#981-1005-30
22” Wide Paddle
SAFETY FEATURE
!
WELD ON INFEED PAN EXTENSION
You must supply the chipper model number and chipper serial number when ordering, to ensure an accurate
t of the weld‑on pan or pan extension. Also supply the inside width dimension of the inlet end of the infeed
hopper or existing 18” deep folding infeed pan. Folding infeed pans were optional on Bandit Chippers for
many years. The 18” deep infeed pan became standard equipment on Bandit hand-fed chippers in February
1994. The 30” deep folding infeed pan became standard in January 2000. If your chipper is not equipped
with the pan device that extends the infeed hopper 30”, one of these two weld-on kits would apply. They are
simple to install. The purpose is to help locate the chipper operator further from the feedwheels; in the event
he/she negligently reaches toward the feedwheels. THERE IS NO NEED TO REACH OR KICK INSIDE THE
INFEED HOPPER AREA. It is foolish, negligent, and extremely dangerous. DO NOT DO IT! DON’T use your
foot to push material inside the infeed hopper. ALWAYS be in a position and ready to quickly activate the
forward-neutral-reverse feed control bar whenever you are near the infeed hopper. “Stop To Think” BEFORE
you put your hand, foot, or body in a dangerous position - and then DON’T DO IT!
Update Kit # UK-1007
“WELD-ON INFEED
EXTENSION PAN”
Update Kit # UK-1014
“12” EXTENSION FOR
18” PAN”

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Since November 1996 Bandit Industries, Inc. has been installing on our hydraulic feed disc chippers a
patented spring lock device for the hood pin. If properly maintained the device prevents the hood pin from
being removed when the chipper disc is turning. The spring pin is positioned in front of a collar on the hood
pin and when the hood pin is secured in place the hood is kept closed. While the disc is turning, the spring
lock pin prevents the hood pin from being removed. The disc and disc shaft must stop turning to recess
the spring lock pin and remove the hood pin. Do Not open the chipper hood with the chipper disc turning.
Do Not run the chipper with the hood open. Do Not close the hood with the chipper disc turning. Do Not
operate without a factory approved chipper hood pin system securely in place, and padlocked.
SAFETY FEATURE
!
SPRING LOCK FOR HOOD PIN
Update Kit # UK-1009
“SPRING LOCK FOR
HOOD PIN”
Since September 1998 mechanical feed hand fed Bandit® Chippers have been built with a plug-in device
on the chipper hood that disables the engine if the hood pin is not properly in place holding the chipper hood
in the closed position. Correctly installed and maintained, the engine will not start or it will shut o󰀨 if the plug‑in
is disconnected. The chipper hood must NEVER be opened, or pushed closed if the disc/drum is turning.
When you supply the chipper model and serial number, this kit is available through your local Bandit® dealer.
You also need to supply us with the engine make and model, then we will include the electric schematic to
wire the device into the engine system.
SAFETY FEATURE
!
CHIPPER HOOD ENGINE DISABLE PLUG
Update Kit # UK-1010
“CHIPPER HOOD ENGINE
DISABLE PLUG”
DISABLE PLUG
DRUM CHIPPER DISC CHIPPER
SOCKET
PADLOCK
CABLE (TIGHT WHEN
PLUGGED IN AND
PADLOCK IS IN!)
HOOD PIN
SOCKET
PADLOCK
HOOD PIN
CHAIN
DISABLE PLUG
CHIPPER HOOD
HOOD DOOR

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Brush Chippers have been involved in a number
of hood related accidents over the years. Some have
resulted in death! All known hood accidents happened
because the factory installed solid steel pin joining
the hood halves was removed and the disc was
spinning when the chipper hood was opened or being
closed. Do Not open the chipper hood with chipper
disc/drum turning. Do Not close the hood with chipper
disc/drum turning. Do Not run the chipper with the hood
open. Do Not operate without the factory approved chipper
hood pin system securely in place.
Update Kit # UK-1012
“HOOD LOCK PIN WITH
ATTACHING CHAIN”
SAFETY FEATURE
!
HOOD LOCK PIN WITH ATTACHING CHAIN
SAFETY FEATURE
!
LAST CHANCE STOP
Update Kit # UK-1011
“LAST CHANCE STOP”
Have you heard reports or seen your employees bending over and reaching into the infeed hopper, near
the feedwheels? Along with the wooden push paddle and the infeed hopper tray, Bandit Industries, Inc. began
installing on their mechanical feed hand fed chippers the patented “Last Chance Stop” cable system. This
system has been standard on Bandit® Chippers since March 1997. This device was developed to provide an
emergency shut‑o󰀨/reverse for the hydraulic feedwheels on most hand fed chippers, and operates without
any electric parts. The system typically consists of two simple cables hanging inside the infeed hopper and in
front of the feedwheels approximately halfway between the entrance of the infeed hopper and the feedwheels.
If an operator incorrectly nds themselves past the feed control bar and inside the infeed hopper, he/she
has a cable to reverse/stop feedwheels and wood ow.
The “Last Chance Stop” is Not installed to encourage an operator to reach into the infeed hopper. Operators
should never reach into that area with hands or feet. If your operator gets into a situation that the safety
cable needs to be pulled, they have been operating the chipper in an unsafe manner contrary to all safety
instructions. The system must be properly maintained and periodically checked. The “Last Chance Stop” will
do nothing for the negligent operator kicking into the infeed hopper.
The Hood Pin has to be in place to do what it was designed to do.
Hood pins and associated parts like padlocks, engine disable plug, and spring lock for the hood pin are all
available from Bandit® Dealers.
Do Not attempt to remove the hood pin or open chipper hood until the engine is shut o󰀨, you have waited
as many minutes as it takes, and you can see, feel, and hear that the chipper disc/drum has stopped turning.
If the hood contacts a spinning chipper disc/drum it can suddenly y open and severely injure or kill you.
Make-shift replacement pins don’t work and are dangerous. Use the correct size factory approved pins.

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Brush Bandit® Chippers that are designed to be hand fed have
a simple, easy to reach feed control bar located across the top and
down both sides of the infeed hopper. The feed control bar operates
the feedwheels forward-neutral-reverse pulling, stopping, and
reversing the wood branches into the chipper. The operator must
always be thinking, ready, and in position to reverse the wood ow if
a dangerous situation should arise. Push the control bar away from
the operator (toward chipper) to reverse wood ow on all chippers
that are designed for hand feeding.
Keep the control handle serviced, and properly operational at
all times. If something gets hung up in the chipper feed system,
reverse it back out. Reposition the material and re-feed it back into
the infeed hopper. If the wood material is too big or limby, back it
out, trim it, and re-feed it in portions. NEVER ght or wrestle with
limbs or branches! Forcing material into the chipper is an unsafe
practice. When you supply the chipper model and serial number,
replacement feed control bars are available at your Bandit® dealer.
SAFETY FEATURE
!
FEED CONTROL BAR
FEED CONTROL BAR
CONTROL
BAR
FORWARD
FEED
REVERSE
FEED
SAFETY FEATURE
!
ROPE / LINE SHEAR BAR
Update Kit # UK-1039
“ROPE/LINE SHEAR”
The “Rope/Line Shear” can be added to the chipper drum housing to shear or deect either winch line or
climbers’ rope should either accidently enter the rotating knives in the chipper housing, in order to prevent it
from further being wrapped around the chipper drum. The device can o󰀨er an improved chance that the line
can be severed, detached, or deected from the chipping system in an accident situation.
COUNTER
KNIFE
COUNTER
BAR

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WARNING
!
HOOD HINGE AND HOOD REST
HOOD HINGE AND HOOD REST
The hood hinge and the hood pin are what holds the pivoting hood half in place. Both have to be properly and
securely tted and maintained. A loose or bent hinge could cause the hood to come in contact with the chipper
disc/drum. IF A HOOD HINGE GETS SLOPPY OR CRACKED OR BENT, IT MUST BE REPLACED! Don’t
wait, replace it! The hinge is used for hood alignment and hood location security.
Don’t slam the chipper hood open! It damages the hinge!
The hinge needs periodic lubrication to properly operate and to avoid excessive wear! The hinge, hood
rest, and hood require scheduled inspection. If they are damaged, replace them! Use only a Bandit factory
replacement part.
WARNING
!
CHIPPER KNIVES
You must use sharp, good quality chipper knives that have not been resharpened past the recommended
width, per manual. Dull chipper knives are not only dangerous, but add to operating costs and slow production.
Chippers Do Not feed or throw chips properly when the knives are dull. Operating with dull knives may cause
the operator to push, kick, or wrestle with the wood going into the chipper which is unsafe. Dull knives make
the chipper vibrate excessively, causing machine fatigue, damage, and the engine to use more fuel. Keep
the knives sharp and the chipper will work smoother, feed wood easier, and make a safer operation. In the
long run, sharp knives can save you money.
The chipper knives must be of good quality and the correct design for that model chipper. The knives must
be properly hardened at the edge, annealed at the bolt holes, and the correct metallurgical composition.
Improper knives may break and cause a dangerous and costly accident. Use only factory approved knives
and mounting hardware from Bandit Industries, Inc.
Bandit Industries, Inc. o󰀨ers through our dealers a unique knife
sharpening device called “The Knife Saver Kit™” that within minutes
can put a sharp edge back on a dulled chipper knife. The knife doesn’t
have to be removed from the disc or drum. Use The Knife Saver Kit™
on brand new knives, on freshly resharpened knives, every day during
Daily Start-Up & Maintenance while the knives are checked, and when
the machine is shut down for a break during the day. The Knife Saver
Kit™ sells under part number 900-9901-68.
The kit includes the sharpener, protective glove, a touch‑up le, and
comes in a protective case. The Knife Saver Kit™ will not restore knives
that are severely nicked or damaged, but will extend knife life before
needing a professional knife grind.
CHIPPER KNIVES
HOOD
HINGE
HOOD
REST

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PROCEDURE FOR UNPLUGGING YOUR CHIPPER
If your chipper is plugging, it is usually caused by allowing the engine to drop below required R.P.M.’s.
This can be resolved by simply shutting the feedwheel(s) o󰀨 when the engine begins to lug down. Operating
the engine at speeds lower than full R.P.M.’s causes your chipper to plug. Always run the chipper at full
engine speed. If your chipper is equipped with the optional autofeed feature, make sure it is set correctly. The
setting for the low R.P.M. stop must be high enough not to allow the chipper discharge to plug. Dull chipper
knives also contribute to chipper plugging. Dull knives can create slivers and chunks, causing the engine to
lug excessively. Both of the aforementioned conditions cause a plugging situation.
STEPS TO FOLLOW WHEN UNPLUGGING YOUR CHIPPER
1. Before attempting any type of maintenance, disengage clutch, wait for the disc/drum to come to a complete
stop, turn o󰀨 engine, remove the ignition key, make sure the ignition key is in your possession, install
the disc/drum lock pin, and disconnect the battery.
2. There should, also, be at least two people on site during maintenance and service procedures in case
an accident should occur.
3. Make sure the chipper disc/drum is NOT turning and then open the hinged portion of the chipper hood.
4. Using gloved hands and some type of raking tool, dig the chips out of the chipper housing.
5. If the discharge chute is plugged, use a raking tool to pull the majority of chips out of the open outlet end
of the chute. If the discharge chute needs to removed, use some sort of mechanical device like an
overhead hoist, loader, lift truck, etc. that is rated to lift the discharge. Follow all OSHA instructions for
lifting.
6. Never allow a person to turn the chipper disc/drum when someone else is working inside the chipper
housing. More than likely, the chipper disc/drum will turn hard then loosen causing it to turn faster. If
another person is anywhere near the chipper disc/drum, they may be injured.
7. Never turn the chipper disc/drum by hand. Always use a pry bar or wood bar. This will prevent the
person turning the disc/drum from being injured should the disc/drum break loose.
8. Reinstall the discharge chute, mount securely and point it in a safe direction away from anything.
9. Never leave the chipper hood open and try to start the engine in order to engage the chipper disc/ drum
to blow chips out of the housing, this is very hard on the P.T.O. of the chipper and may burn clutch plates.
Also, the ying debris is very dangerous. An exposed chipper disc/drum turning very fast creates an
unsafe condition. In other words, DO NOT start the chipper with the hood open because it is just too
dangerous.
10. Once the disc/drum turns freely, close the chipper hood, insert the hood pin, install the padlock in the
hood pin, reinstall the chipper hood engine disable plug, make sure the spring lock for hood pin
springs back to the correct operating position on disc chippers, pick up all tools, make sure the chipper
is free of all debris, start engine, properly engage clutch and throttle to full speed. Insert a small branch
into the feedwheel(s). If the chips discharge properly, the chipper is clear and normal operation may
resume.
If the chipper is properly maintained and operated correctly, the chipper should not plug. In the unlikely
event that the chipper becomes plugged, do not attempt to clean out the discharge or chipper housing in the
eld. Take the machine to a local dealer or professional shop. If the machine is a rental, take it back to the
rental company.
DANGER
!
If the discharge or hood need to be removed, always use some sort of mechanical device like an overhead
hoist, loader, lift truck, etc. that is rated for lifting that component. Follow all OSHA instructions for lifting.
DANGER
!
The knives are very sharp and can cause injury if you come in contact with the knives during the unplugging
process.
DANGER
!
Pinch points are created between the disc/drum and the housing for the disc/drum. Use a pry bar or wood
bar to turn the disc/drum during the unplugging process. Do not use your hands to try to break free and turn
a jammed disc/drum. The disc/drum could break free suddenly and your hand could become injured in the
pinch point.
DANGER
!

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DANGER
!
SAFETY CLOTHING AND APPAREL
SAFETY CLOTHING AND APPAREL
It is essential that a chipper operator wears proper gloves, clothing, hard hat, face shield, hearing protection,
safety glasses, etc. when operating a chipper. Don’t wear gauntlet type gloves or loose improper clothing.
Avoid wearing necklaces, rings, watches, and neckties while operating the equipment.
Follow the established “ANSI” and “OSHA” standards.
DANGER
!
REFLECTIVE STRIPED TAPE ON
FEED CONTROL HANDLE
We began installing striped reective tape on the feed control handle of our hand fed chippers. This tape
is reective, self adhesive, and has contrasting colors. The tape helps make the feed control bar stand out
more and it makes the rear of the chipper more visible to a vehicle behind you while transporting the chipper.
Striped tape can be obtained through your local Bandit® dealer. The striped tape can be ordered by the foot
under part number 900-9901-69.
REFLECTIVE STRIPED TAPE ON
FEED CONTROL HANDLE
STRIPED
REFLECTIVE
TAPE
CONTROL
BAR

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WARNING
!
OPERATOR MANUALS
OPERATOR MANUALS
Chipper operator manuals are available for all of our equipment and when machines
leave the factory, they are shipped with the manuals. There is extensive safety, service,
and operational information in the manuals. An operator must never be allowed to use
a chipper unless he/she is completely trained, has read and understands the manual
and decals, and will follow the instructions provided. The instructions are for the safety
of the operator, machine, bystanders, and nearby buildings. You can obtain manuals
through your Bandit® dealers.
WARNING
!
WARNING DECALS
WARNING DECALS
There are warning decals prominently displayed on the chipper to provide a constant reminder as to how
the machine should be fed, operated, and maintained. It is the owners and operators responsibility to keep
all decals, especially safety related decals, clean and readable. Every person involved in the operation or
service of the chipper must be familiar, understand, and follow instructions on the decals. Decals are available
in a variety of languages via Bandit® dealers or factory.
Correct Installation and Care of Decals
1. You should use soap and water to keep your decals clean. Never use mineral spirits or any other
abrasive cleaners.
2. Immediately replace any missing or damaged decals. The location the decal is going to be
applied to must be clean and dry, and at least 40°F (5°C) before applying decal.
3. When the need arises to replace a machine component with a decal attached, be sure and replace
the decal.
4. Replacement decals are available, and can be purchased from the manufacturer or your Bandit Dealer.
5. Peel back about half of the backer paper on the decal. Position it on the at, dry, clean surface so
it is smooth and secure. Peel o󰀨 the remainder of the backer paper as you continue to stick the
decal on the surface.
6. Rub decal from the center outward to remove air bubbles and to secure contact.
7. Combination English / Spanish decals are typically standard. Other foreign language decals are
available and may be purchased. Mail translated decals required to Bandit Industries, Inc.

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Training is essential! It is extremely important for everyone who
operates a wood chipper to be trained. Operating instructions for the
chipper are included in Bandit manuals, decals, and training videos with
each chipper sold. We also highly recommend that you use the NAA
chipper safety video. A copy of the video can be purchased
by contacting NAA at the following address:
Tree Care Industry Association
3 Perimeter Road, Unit 1
Manchester, NH 03103
phone: [phone]
800-733-2622
fax: [phone]
website: www.tcia.org
Safety training and enforcement of safety operating procedures is an important
process. No device will prevent accidents when equipment is operated in an improper
manner. Operators need a frequent reminder as to the proper, safe operation of
any piece of equipment, especially a chipper that is designed to quickly break down
material much tougher than human esh.
Please meet with your employees and have them read this Safety Booklet. Ask
them what they think about the dangers we have discussed. Ask them if they have
been guilty of some of the unsafe practices addressed in this bulletin. Lecture,
preach, train, discuss, and enforce safety procedures constantly!!
Maintenance of a chipper also includes maintenance of safety devices. If you
lose or destroy the wooden push paddle, get another one.
Chipper safety has to be a constant and continuing e󰀨ort by all involved while
operating and maintaining chippers.
Bandit Industries, Inc.
6750 Millbrook Rd.
Remus, MI 49340
USA
phone: [phone] in USA
phone: [phone] or 561-2272
fax: [phone] ~ Sales Dept.
fax: [phone] ~ Parts/Service Dept.
website: www.banditchippers.com
Copyright April 2017

Copyright 2/17 FORM #WV-122
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I have inspected this equipment and nd it in correct working condition. To the best of my knowledge,
the customer and his/her personnel are aware of, and agree to the above procedures.
Signed: ________________________________________________________ Date: ______________
(Dealer Representative)
The equipment has been thoroughly checked by the above named dealer representative, and I am
satised with his/her instructions. I have also read, understand, and agree to reverse side of page.
Signed: ________________________________________________________ Date: ______________
(Customer)
WARRANTY VALIDATION FORM
(HAND FED CHIPPER)
PURCHASER / OWNER INFORMATION:
Company Name __________________________________ Contact Name _____________________
Mailing/Street Address _______________________________________ City _______________________
State ___________________ ZipCode _______ Country ______________ TelephoneNumber ( __ ) ________
E-mail ____________________________ Machine Model No. _______ Date Put Into Service ______
Machine Serial No. ____________________ Machine Work Order No. ________ Machine Hours _______
Engine Make _________________ Engine Serial No. __________________ Machine Color _______
DEALER / SELLER INFORMATION:
Dealer/Seller Name _______________________________ Contact Name _____________________
Mailing/Street Address _______________________________________ City _______________________
State ___________________ ZipCode _______ Country ______________ TelephoneNumber ( __ ) ________
IMPORTANT - WARRANTY WILL BE DEEMED NULL AND
VOID IF THIS FORM IS NOT FILLED OUT COMPLETELY AND
ACCURATELY AND RETURNED TO THE CUSTOMER DATA
DEPARTMENT WITHIN 10 DAYS OF EQUIPMENT DELIVERY
1. _____ The customer has received instruction and fully understands all operational, safety and maintenance requirements
of the equipment.
2. _____ The customer has received instruction and fully understands that everyone within 100 feet of the machine must
wear proper personal safety equipment including hard hat, face shield, safety glass, gloves, ear protection and/or other
items per OSHA and ANSI requirements.
3. _____ The customer has received instruction and fully understands the equipment maintenance schedules and procedures.
The customer understands that it is their responsibility to perform scheduled maintenance that includes periodic relief valve
adjustments, retightening all fasteners as needed, periodic cleaning of ow divider, clutch and belt adjustments, and other items.
4. _____ The customer has received instruction and fully understands not to reach into the infeed hopper with hands or feet.
5. _____ The customer has received instruction and fully understands that the operators must always be located within
easy reach of all feed control and shut down devices.
6. _____ The customer has received instruction and fully understands that the wooden push paddle must be used to push
small debris into the chipper and the operator is not to reach into or kick debris into the infeed hopper area of the machine.
7. _____ The customer has received instruction and fully understands the purpose and how to operate the last chance
device, and if used the machine has been operated in an unsafe manner. The customer understands to never attempt to
override any safety devices or guards.
8. _____ The customer has received instruction and fully understands that before performing any maintenance on the
machine the ignition key must be removed, the cables must be completely disconnected from the battery, the disc/drum
must have come to a complete stop, and the disc/drum lock must be installed. The customer understands they must
allow the necessary time for the disc/drum to come to a complete stop before opening the disc/drum housing or starting
any maintenance or service procedures. The customer has received instruction and fully understands the purpose of
the beltshield inspection hole and that they are never to attempt any maintenance or service procedures until visually
conrming the belts have come to a complete stop.
9. _____ The customer has received instruction and fully understands that the machine is not to be operated without the
factory approved hood pin assembly in place and padlocked, the machine is not to be operated with any type of make
shift hood pin, and the machine is not to be operated under any circumstances with the chipper hood open or unsecured.
10. _____ The customer has reviewed and fully understands limited warranty, and all written and visual instructions.
11. _____ The customer has received instruction and fully understands that warranty will not apply if the machine is
operated with replacement parts or equipment not manufactured or recommended by Bandit Industries, Inc.
12. _____ The customer has received, been advised, and understands the manuals, and the Safety/Service video supplied
with the chipper. A video is supplied for equipment models as available.
13. _____ All Danger, Warning and Operational decals are properly displayed on equipment and fully understood by customer.
14. _____ The customer has been instructed, understands, and agrees that all potential operators must: See the supplied
video, be instructed on all the Danger, Warning and Operational decals, read the manual and follow the procedures.
15. _____ The customer has been advised of all safety options.
Customer Data Department
6750 Millbrook Road
Remus, MI, USA 49340
Phone: [phone] in USA
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Website: www.banditchippers.com

All of the employees that build your equipment strive to manufacturer the very best quality product on
the market. We would appreciate your e󰀨orts in letting us know how we are doing.
We would like you to operate your machine for thirty (30) days and then ll out this questionnaire and mail it to us.
This will help us to keep producing a good product and improving our products through your recommendations.
DATE PURCHASE: ______________________
MODEL: ________________________________
SERIAL NUMBER: _______________________
DEALER NAME: ________________________
_______________________________________
Copyright 2-17 FORM #Q-111
TO BE RETURNED AFTER THIRTY (30)
DAYS OF OPERATION
Please return to: Customer Data Department
6750 Millbrook Road
Remus, MI 49340
Phone: [phone] in USA
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Website: www.banditchippers.com
EQUIPMENT QUALITY REPORT
1. Did your machine perform to your expectations? _______________________________________
2. Was the machine delivered on schedule? _____________________________________________
3. Was the paint color and nish to your satisfaction? ______________________________________
4. Was machine equipment as ordered? ________________________________________________
5. Did all welds appear to be high quality? ______________________________________________
6. Was the overall machine to your liking? ______________________________________________
7. What problems have you experienced? ______________________________________________
8. Have any components regularly loosened that caused problems? __________________________
9. Does the hydraulic system seem to have adequate power for feeding wood into the machine? _____
10. Is the machine manufactured to accommodate service in an adequate manner? If not, please explain:
_______________________________________________________________________________
11. General comments and/or suggestions: ________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________
12. Would you like to be contacted concerning more of our equipment? ________________________
YOUR COMPANY: ________________________________
NAME: __________________________________________
ADDRESS: ______________________________________
CITY: ___________________________________________
STATE & ZIP: _____________________________________
PHONE: ( ____ ) _________________________________
E-MAIL: _________________________________________
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Bandit
1Copyright 1/18
MODEL 19XPC TABLE OF CONTENTS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
ANY PART, PORTION, DESIGN, NUMBER, SPECIFICATION, AND/OR DIMENSION IN THIS
MANUAL IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE BY THE MANUFACTURER.
NOTICE
PAGE
INTRODUCTION & WARRANTY........................................................... 2
SERIAL NUMBER LOCATIONS............................................................ 6
SAFETY PROCEDURES........................................................................ 7
EQUIPMENT SPECIFICATIONS........................................................... 16
DECALS................................................................................................... 17
AUTOFEED OPTIONS ........................................................................... 25
CONTROLS............................................................................................. 29
TRANSPORTATION PROCEDURES.................................................... 40
MAINTENANCE ...................................................................................... 42
HYDRAULICS ......................................................................................... 75
ELECTRICAL .......................................................................................... 92
REPLACEMENT PARTS........................................................................ 93
INFEED HOPPER COMPONENTS ................................................ 94
CHIPPER COMPONENTS .............................................................. 98
CHIPPER KNIFE & HARDWARE................................................... 102
ANVIL HARDWARE ........................................................................ 103
DISCHARGE COMPONENTS ........................................................ 104
HYDRAULIC COMPONENTS......................................................... 107
FRAME & ACCESSORY COMPONENTS ..................................... 114
FUEL & HYDRAULIC TANK COMPONENTS............................... 118
OPTIONAL COMPONENTS ........................................................... 120
SERVICE RECORD ................................................................................ 128
BANDIT CONTROLS.............................................................................. 129

Bandit
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INTRODUCTION
The purpose of this manual is to provide the user with speci cations and procedures for the
operation, maintenance and repair of this BANDIT product. As with any piece of equipment, safety
should always be a constant thought while the machine is being operated, serviced or stored.
In order to highlight this consideration, the material which addresses safety is proceeded by the
following signal words:
The equipment is designed and manufactured in accordance with the latest product industry
standards. This alone does not prevent injury. It is the operator’s responsibility to use good
judgement and follow the warnings and instructions as indicated in this manual, on the machine
and follow all safety standards per ANSI and OSHA instructions.
Improper use of the product can result in severe personal injury. Personnel using the equipment
must be quali ed, trained and familiar with the operating procedures as de ned in this manual,
prior to operating the product.
It is the responsibility of the owner or employer to ensure that the operator is trained and practices
safe operation while using and servicing the machine. It is also the owner’s responsibility to provide
and follow a regularly scheduled preventative maintenance and repair program on the product,
using only factory approved replacement parts. Any unapproved repairs or modi cations may
not only damage the machine and its performance, but could result in severe personal injury.
Unapproved repairs or modi cations will void warranty and eliminate manufacturer of any liability
claims. Consult the equipment manufacturer with any questions.
Each machine is shipped with a manual, a customer’s check sheet on the product, and any
available parts & service manuals on component parts not produced by this manufacturer.
Additional copies of these manuals and check sheets can be purchased from the manufacturer,
or through the dealer. Engine parts, service and maintenance manuals MUST be purchased
through the engine manufacturer or their dealer.
The producer of this Bandit product reserves the right to make any modi cations or revisions to
the design or speci cations of its machine without advance notice. The producer also reserves
the right to change machine and part prices as needed without advance notice.
NOTICE
WARNING
!
WARNING
!
Signal Word Likelihood of Occurrence Degree of Potential
Injury or Damage
Will occur if warning is ignored
Can occur if warning is ignored
Will or can occur if warning is ignored
Important, but not hazard related
Severe
Minor
Minor to Severe
Severe
CAUTION
!
NOTICE
DANGER
!
WARNING
!
INTRODUCTION & WARRANTY

Bandit
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MODEL 19XPC
TYPICAL CHIPPER SERIAL NUMBER AND/OR
WORK ORDER NUMBER LOCATIONS
1. S/N on side of frame
2. W/O # on top of tongue The engine information is located on the engine
block. The clutch information is located on the
clutch plate (if equipped).
SERIAL NUMBER LOCATIONS
NOTICE
2
1