Brush Bandit 200 UC User manual

BRUSH CHIPPER
MODEL 200 UC
OPERATING & PARTS MANUAL
BUILT WITH QUALITY
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200 UC
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Copyright 6/12
MANUFACTURED BY
BANDIT INDUSTRIES, INC.
6750 Millbrook Road
REMUS, MICHIGAN, USA 49340
PHONE: [phone] IN USA
PHONE: [phone] OR 561-2272
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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:
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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
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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!

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Operators must be trained to be constantly thinking about being in a
position and ready to use the forward‑off‑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difculttoactivatetheforward‑off‑reversefeedcontrolbariftheoperator
isbentover,reachingintotheinfeedhopperofthechipper. Inthispositionthe
operatoris pastthefeed controlbar,andin avery unsafesituation requiring
him/her to reach back and contact the control bar to stop or reverse the
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 (989) 561‑2273 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.
Makesureyour chipper operatorshavebeen properly trained, andhave read, understand, andfollow 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. Alack 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
providesafety featureson themachines tohelp preventpossibleaccidents
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,someof which haveresulted in death. Theseinjuries
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
DANGER
!
NEVER REACH INTOTHE INFEED HOPPER.

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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.
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 off 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 off 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 updateyour chippers, youmust supply chippermodels andserial
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 INTOTHE INFEED HOPPER.
DANGER
!
SAFETY CLOTHING AND APPAREL
SAFETY CLOTHING AND APPAREL
It is essential that a chipper operator wears proper gloves, clothing, hard hat,
faceshield, hearingprotection, safetyglasses,etc. whenoperating achipper. 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.

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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 PADDLE MOUNT
Update Kit # UK‑1008
“WOODEN PUSH PADDLE
AND MOUNT”
#626‑0000‑52
14” Wide Paddle #980‑0507‑42 19” Wide Paddle #981‑1005‑30 22” Wide Paddle #980‑200147 34” Wide Paddle
SAFETY FEATURE
!
WELD ON INFEED PAN EXTENSION
Youmust supplythe chipper modelnumber andchipper serial numberwhen ordering,toensure anaccurate
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
intheclosed position. Correctly installed and maintained,theengine will not startorit will shut offif theplug‑in
is disconnected. The chipper hood must NEVER be opened, or pushed closed if the disc/drum is turning.
Whenyou supplythechipper modeland serialnumber,thiskit isavailablethrough yourlocal 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. DoNot operate withoutthe factoryapproved 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
thefeedwheels? Along with thewoodenpush paddleandthe infeed hopperpan, 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‑off/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
frontof the feedwheelsapproximatelyhalfway between theentrance of theinfeedhopper and thefeedwheels.
 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“LastChance Stop” isNot installed toencourage an operatorto reach intothe 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 off, 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
WARNING
!
WARNING DECALS
WARNING
!
OPERATOR MANUALS
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
serviceof the chippermust be familiar, understand, andfollow instructions onthe decals. Decals areavailable
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. Replace immediately 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. Replacementdecalsare available,and canbepurchased fromthe manufactureror your BanditDealer.
 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 off 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.
OPERATOR MANUALS
Chipperoperator manuals areavailable for allof our equipmentand whenmachines
leave thefactory, they areshipped withthe manuals. There is extensivesafety, service,
andoperationalinformation in themanuals. An operator must neverbe allowed touse
a chipper unless he/she is completely trained, has read and understands the manual
anddecals,and will followthe instructions provided. The instructionsare for thesafety
of the operator, machine, bystanders, and nearby buildings. You can obtain manuals
through your Bandit® dealers.
CONTROL
BAR
FORWARD
FEED
REVERSE
FEED

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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 fitted 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, permanual. Dull chipperknives are notonly dangerous,but addto operatingcosts andslow 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.
Improperknivesmay break and causea dangerous and costlyaccident.
Use only factory approved knives and mounting hardware from Bandit
Industries, Inc.
Bandit Industries, Inc. offers 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. The Knife Saver Kit™ sells
under part number 900‑9901‑68.
 Thekitincludesthesharpener,protectiveglove,atouch‑uple,and
comesin a protectivecase. TheKnife Saver Kit™will not restoreknives
that are severely nicked or damaged, but will extend knife life before
needing a professional knife grind.
CHIPPER KNIVES
DANGER
!
REFLECTIVE STRIPED TAPE ON
FEED CONTROL HANDLE
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
canbe obtained throughyour local Bandit®dealer. Thestripedtape
can be ordered by the foot under part number 900‑9901‑69.
HOOD
HINGE
HOOD
REST
STRIPED
REFLECTIVE
TAPE
CONTROL
BAR

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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) off 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, turn off engine, wait for the disc/drum to
come to a complete stop, install the disc/drum lock pin, disconnect battery, and make sure the ignition
key is in your possession.
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 dischargechute is plugged, usea raking tooltopull the majorityofchips out ofthe open outletend
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 OSHAinstructions 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
toblow chipsout of thehousing, this isvery hard onthe P.T.O. of thechipper and mayburn 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.
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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: 603‑314‑5380
800‑733‑2622
Fax: 603‑314‑5386
E‑mail: 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
operationofany piece ofequipment,especially a chipperthatis designed toquickly
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 devises. If you
loose or destroy the wooden push paddle, get another one.
Chipper safety has to be a constant and continuing effort by all involved while
operating and maintaining chippers.
Bandit Industries, Inc.
6750 Millbrook Rd.
Remus, MI 49340
USA
PHONE: (800) 952‑0178 in USA
PHONE: (989) 561‑2270 or 561‑2272
FAX: (989) 561‑2273 ~ Sales Dept.
FAX: (989) 561‑2962 ~ Parts/Service Dept.
E‑MAIL: www.banditchippers.com
Copyright December 2011

Copyright 12-12 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)
IT IS VERY IMPORTANT THAT THIS FORM IS FILLED OUT COMPLETELY & ACCURATELY. IF WE
CANNOT READ THE PURCHASER’S INFORMATION OR IT IS INCORRECT, OUR CUSTOMER LIST
WILL NOT BE ACCURATE.
IMPORTANT - THIS FORM MUST BE RETURNED TO THE
CUSTOMER DATA DEPARTMENT WITHIN TEN
(10) DAYS IN ORDER TO VALIDATE WARRANTY
Customer Data Department
6750 Millbrook Road
Remus, MI, USA 49340
Phone: [phone] in USA
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
E-mail: www.banditchippers.com
WARRANTY VALIDATION FORM
(HAND FED CHIPPER)
1. ____ Customer has been instructed and understands operation and all safety aspects of operating the equipment.
2. ____ Customer has been instructed and understands that everyone within 100 feet of machine must wear personal
safety equipment (i.e. hard hat, face shield, safety glasses, gloves, ear protection, etc.)
3. ____ Customer has been instructed and understands equipment maintenance schedules, procedures, and that it is
their responsibility to perform maintenance that includes periodic relief valve adjustments, retightening all fasteners as
needed,periodiccleaningofowdivider,clutchandbeltadjustments,etc.
4. ____ Customer has been advised and understands not to reach into the infeed hopper with hands or feet. The
machine operators must always be located within easy reach of all feed control and shut down devices.
5. ____ Customer understands that the wooden push paddle must be used to push small debris into the chipper and,
that they are not to reach or kick debris into the infeed hopper area of the machine.
6. ____ Customer understands the purpose of and how to operate the last chance device, and if used the machine has
been operated in an unsafe manner. Customer understands to never attempt to override any safety devices or guards.
7. ____ Customer has been instructed and understands to always remove the ignition key and completely disconnect
battery from cables, wait for the chipper disc/drum to come to a complete stop, and to install the disc/drum lock before
performing any type of maintenance on the machine. Allow all the time necessary for the disc/drum to come to a complete
stopbefore opening the disc/drum housing orstartinganymaintenanceor service procedures. Customer has been shown
and understands the purpose of the beltshield inspection hole and to not attempt any maintenance until belts are visually
conrmedtohavecometoacompletestop.
8. ____ Customer has been instructed and understands:To Not operate this machine withoutthefactoryapprovedhood
pin assembly in place and padlocked. To Not operate this machine with any type of make shift hood pin. To Not operate
this machine under any circumstances with the chipper hood open or unsecured.
9. ____ Customer has reviewed and understands limited warranty and all written and visual instructions.
10. ____ Customer has received, been advised, and understands the manuals and the Safety/Service video supplied
with the chipper. Avideo is supplied for equipment models as available.
11. ____ All Danger, Warning and Operationaldecals areproperly displayed onequipment and fully understoodby customer.
12. ____ 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.
13. ____ I have been advised of all safety options.
PURCHASER INFORMATION:
Company Name __________________________________ Contact Name _____________________
Mailing/Street Address ________________________________________ City __________________
State ______________________ Zip Code _________ Phone Number ( ___ ) ________________
E‑mail ____________________________ Chipper Model No. _________ Serial No. ____________
Date Chipper Put Into Service _________ Engine Make & S/N _______________________________
DEALER / SELLER INFORMATION:
Dealer/Seller Name _______________________________ Contact Name _____________________
Mailing/Street Address ________________________________________ City __________________
State ______________________ Zip Code _________ Phone Number ( ___ ) ________________

All of the employees that build your equipment strive to manufacturer the very best quality product on
the market. We would appreciate your efforts 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 3-05 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]
E-mail: 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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MODEL 200 UC TABLE OF CONTENTS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
PAGE
INTRODUCTION & WARRANTY .......................................................... 2
SERIAL NUMBER LOCATION ............................................................. 6
SAFETY PROCEDURES ...................................................................... 7
EQUIPMENT SPECIFICATIONS ........................................................... 13
DECALS ................................................................................................ 14
AUTOFEED OPTIONS .......................................................................... 21
CONTROLS............................................................................................ 25
TRANSPORTATION PROCEDURES ................................................... 31
MAINTENANCE .................................................................................... 33
HYDRAULIC SECTION ................................................................. 53
CHIPPER SECTION ....................................................................... 72
LUBRICATION & COOLANT.......................................................... 75
ELECTRICAL SECTION ................................................................ 76
REPLACEMENT PARTS SECTION ..................................................... 77
INFEED HOPPER COMPONENTS ............................................... 78
CHIPPER COMPONENTS ............................................................. 82
CHIPPER KNIFE & HARDWARE .................................................. 86
ANVIL & HARDWARE ................................................................... 87
DISCHARGE COMPONENTS ....................................................... 88
HYDRAULIC COMPONENTS ........................................................ 93
FRAME & ACCESSORY COMPONENTS ..................................... 102
FUEL & HYDRAULIC TANK COMPONENTS ............................... 106
OPTIONAL COMPONENTS .......................................................... 108
SERVICE RECORD ............................................................................... 110
ANY PART, PORTION, DESIGN, NUMBER, SPECIFICATION, AND/OR DIMENSION IN THIS
MANUAL IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE BY THE MANUFACTURER.
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INTRODUCTION & WARRANTY
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 insure 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
maynot only damage the machine and its performance, but could result in severepersonal injury.
Unapprovedrepairsormodicationswillvoidwarrantyandeliminatemanufacturerofanyliability
claims. Consult the equipment manufacturer!!!
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.
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
NOTICE
WARNING
!
WARNING
!
DANGER
!
WARNING
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TYPICAL CHIPPER SERIAL NUMBER AND/OR
WORK ORDER NUMBER LOCATIONS
1. Beltshield
2. W/O # on top of tongue Theengineinformationislocatedontheengine
block. Theclutch informationis located on the
clutch plate (if equipped).
SERIAL NUMBER LOCATIONS
NOTICE
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Before starting the machine, take a minute to
check a few things. The machine should be in an
area restricted from people passing by. This area
around the machine must be free of all objects that
can obstruct your movement when working with
the machine. The machine should be checked for
loosetools orforeignobjects, especiallyin the infeed
hopper area. All tools not in use should be secured
in a tool box.
Operatorsmust at alltimes be locatedwithin easy
reachof allcontrol andshut‑offdeviceswhen theunit
is running. They must be attentive and prepared to
activate the devices.
Torn or loose clothing is more likely to get caught
in moving machinery parts or tree branches. Keep
such items as long hair, shirt sleeves, and shirt tails
properlycontained. Avoid wearingnecklaces, rings,
watches,and especiallynecktieswhileoperatingthis
machinery. Make sure the machine is in excellent
condition, and all the guards are in place, tight and
secure.
Wearallpersonalprotection equipmentand follow
allsafety standardsperANSIandOSHAinstructions.
Examplesof equipment: hardhat, faceshield,safety
glasses, gloves, ear protection, etc. Do not wear
gauntletorsecuredtgloves.Alwayskeepafully
charged re extinguisher with the machine while
operating or servicing the machine.
 Stripedreectivetapehasbeeninstalledonthe
feed control handle of the machine. This tape is
reective,selfadhesiveandhascontrastingcolors.
The tape helps make the feed control handle stand
out more and it makes the rear of the machine
more visible to a vehicle behind the machine while
transporting. Striped tape can be obtained through
your local Bandit Dealer.
SAFETY PROCEDURES
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
Diesel engine exhaust and some of its
constituents are known to the State of
California to cause cancer, birth defects,
and other reproductive harm.
SAFETY PROCEDURES
The words Danger, Warning, Caution, and
Noticeare used onthesafety decalsand throughout
this manual, to make you aware of the safety
procedures. These procedures are very important,
read and obey them.
YOUR SAFETY IS VERY IMPORTANT TO US!
This machine is equipped with safety decals,
guards and designs for your protection.
Don’tever takethemachineforgranted,alwaysbe
cautiousand carefulwhen operatingyour equipment.
Read and follow all the instructions in your
manual thoroughly. Your safety is dependent on
your knowledge of how to operate and maintain this
machine. You may obtain additional copies of this
manual from your Bandit Dealer.
Before operating machine, you must have all
potential operators; read and understand manuals
and decals, watch the video and follow the
recommendations.
Regardless of how hard a manufacturer tries to
produce a safe machine, accidents still happen.
Normally accidents are caused by people making
mistakes. They do not read the manual, they ignore
warning decals or do not use lockouts provided for
their safety. This normally happens after the person
has become accustomed to the machinery. In the
initial start up and operation of the machinery, they
are cautious, they are very careful because they do
not understand the machine.
This equipment is intended for use by personnel
whoare experiencedwithsimilarequipment. Always
operatesafely.Thereshouldbeatleasttwoqualied
and trained operators at the work site. They should
be positioned in safe working locations, following
safety procedures and instructions, and aware of
each others whereabouts. There should, also, be
at least two people on site during maintenance and
serviceprocedures incase anaccidentshouldoccur.
Neveroperateanymachinewhileundertheinuence
of drugs or alcohol.
Keep children, bystanders and animals clear of
working area. Never operate equipment that is in
need of repair or adjustment.
! ! !
NOTICE
DANGER
!
DANGER
!
DANGER
!
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SAFETY PROCEDURES
It is very important after you have operated a new
machine for approximately an hour to shut down the
machine and recheck all nuts and bolts. It is normal
for nuts and bolts to loosen once on a new piece of
machinery. If you tighten them now, there is a good
possibilitythey won’t loosenagain. Certain nuts and
bolts should be checked periodically such as anvil
andknifenutsandbolts,etc.fortorqueandt.
Most of the nuts used on the machine are self
locking. After a nut or bolt has been removed
ve times, it should be replaced to insure proper
tightness. This is especially critical on the chipper
knife nuts and bolts!
After the engine is started, let the chipper
disc/drum turnatthe lowest RPM’spossible. Listen
for any type of noise that is foreign. Any steel on
steel noise is foreign. If you hear a noise, stop the
engine,ndtheproblemandxit.
Never reach into the infeed hopper area of
the machine, there is never any reason to. The
feedwheel(s) are designed to pull trees and brush
of any length into the machine. Pulling a hand, arm,
foot or entire body through the machine is much
easier than pulling a tree. Do not think you will be
able to pull yourself free of the feedwheel(s), they
will not let go. There is absolutely no reason to
workinsideof the infeedhopper. Ifthe feedwheel(s)
become tangled or clogged, stop the machine and
wait several minutes before cleaning them out. If
there are short pieces, or leaves and twigs, just
leave them until feeding longer pieces. While the
longpieces are feeding,simplytoss the shortpieces
on top of them. The longer pieces will take them on
into the machine.
Awoodenpushpaddlehas beenprovided toassist
in feeding smaller material. It is the owner’s and
operator’s responsibility to use and keep a wooden
push paddle with the machine and to also secure it
when transporting the machine. DO NOT use any
body parts or any steel devices inside the infeed
hopper area.
If there is larger diameter wood, try to feed it with
smaller diameter wood. Start a small diameter limb
which will partially open the feedwheel(s). Once the
feedwheel(s) are partially open it is much easier to
insert the larger diameter wood.
When feeding larger diameter wood, listen for
the engine to possibly lug down. If it starts lugging
downstop the feedwheel(s)by pushingthe hydraulic
control bar to off, and let the engine recover to full
speed. If the machine is equipped with Autofeed
and it is functioning properly, the feed system will
automaticallystop to lettheengine recover. Thiswill
help stop the machine from plugging the discharge
chute.
Pay attention to the direction of the discharge
chute before chipping. Never stand in front of the
chipper discharge chute. Never direct the chute
towards anyone or anything that could cause an
accident or problems. Always stop chipping and
warn anyone that comes near the discharge area.
Failure to do this could result in severe injury. Wood
chipsyingoutofthedischargechutecanbevery
dangerous!
NEVER sit, stand, lay, climb or ride anywhere
on this machine while it is running, operating, or in
transit. You will be injured.
It is very important after you have operated a new
machine for approximately an hour to shut down the
machineandrecheckallhydraulicttings.Retighten
as needed.
DO NOT GO NEAR HYDRAULIC LEAKS! High
pressure oil easily punctures skin causing serious
injury,gangrene,ordeath.Avoidburnsfromuid.
Hotuidunderpressurecancausesevereburns.
DONOTusengersorskintocheckforleaks.Lower
load or relieve hydraulic pressure before loosening
ttings.Relieveallpressurein thesystembefore
disconnecting the lines, hoses, or performing other
work.Useapieceofcardboardtondleaks.Never
use your bare hands. Allow system to cool down to
ambient temperature before opening any coolant or
hydraulic oil system.
In cold weather situations let your hydraulic
system idle for approximately 15 minutes to allow
the system to warm up to operating temperature.
DANGER
!DANGER !
DANGER
!
WARNING
!
WARNING
!
The patented “Last Chance Stop” is a means of
stopping/reversing the feedwheels if a negligent
operator does not follow the safety rules and
nds themselves in trouble!  DO NOT RELY ON
THE “LAST CHANCE STOP” TO DISOBEY THE
OPERATORRULES! The “Last Chance Stop” does
nothing for the foolish operator who kicks into the
infeed hopper area.
Withengine shut offand allmoving parts stopped,
DAILY pull last chance cables to ensure they freely
disengage and reverse feed wheel hydraulic valve.
DANGER
!
DONOToperatethis machineunless allhydraulic
control devises operate properly. They must
function, shift and position smoothly and accurately
at all times. Faulty controls can cause personal
injury!
WARNING
!