Brush Bandit 65A User manual

BRUSH BANDIT
BRUSH CHIPPER
MODEL 65A
MODEL 65AW
OPERATING & PARTS MANUAL
BUILT WITH QUALITY AND DESIGN FIRST
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
Engine Size
Engine Serial Number
Engine Spec. Number
CLUTCH COMPONENTS
Name of Manufacturer
Serial Number
Assembly of Clutch
Model No: __________________
Serial No: __________________
DEALER:
Name: _____________________
Address: ___________________
City/State: __________________
PhoneNo: __________________
Delivery Date: _______________
Engine Make: _______________
Serial No: __________________
ClutchMake: ________________
Model: _________ S/N ________
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65A & 65AW
MANUFACTURED BY
BANDIT INDUSTRIES, INC.
6750 Millbrook Road
REMUS, MICHIGAN, USA 49340
PHONE: [phone] OR 561-2272
FAX: [phone] ~ SALES DEPT.
FAX: [phone] ~ PARTS/SERVICE
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1-02 FORM #WV-122
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]
Fax: [phone]
WARRANTY VALIDATION FORM
(HAND FED)
PURCHASER INFORMATION:
Company Name _____________________________________ Mailing/StreetAddress ____________________________
City __________________________________________ State _________________ ZipCode ____________________
Telephone Number ( ____ ) ___________________________ ContactName ___________________________________
Chipper Model No. __________________________________ Serial No. _______________________________________
Date Chipper Put Into Service _________________________ EngineMake& S/N _______________________________
DEALER INFORMATION:
Dealer Name _____________________________________ Mailing/StreetAddress _____________________________
City __________________________________________ State _________________ ZipCode ____________________
Telephone Number ( ____ ) ___________________________ ContactName ___________________________________
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, safety glasses, 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 flow 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 stop before opening the disc/drum housing or starting any maintenance or
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 confirmed to have come to a complete stop.
8. _______ Customer has been instructed and understands: To Not operate this machine without the factory approved
hood 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 videotape
supplied with the chipper. A videotape is supplied for equipment models as available.
11. _______ All Danger, Warning and Operational decals are properly displayed on equipment and fully understood by
customer.
12. _______ Customer has been instructed, understands, and agrees that all potential operators must: See the supplied
videotape, be instructed on all the Danger, Warning and Operational decals, read the manual and follow the
procedures.
I have inspected this equipment and find it in correct working condition. To the best of my knowledge, the customer and
his personnel are aware of, and agree to the above procedures.
Date: _______________________________________________ Signed: _________________________________________
The equipment has been thoroughly checked by the above named dealer representative, and I am satisfied with
his instructions.
Date: _______________________________________________ Signed: _________________________________________
(Dealer Representative)
(Purchaser)

5-01 FORM #Q-104
DATE PURCHASED: _________________
MODEL: ___________________________
SERIAL NUMBER: ___________________
DEALER NAME: _____________________
____________________________________
TO BE RETURNED AFTER THIRTY (30) DAYS OF OPERATION
Please return to: Customer Data Department
6750 Millbrook Road
Remus, MI 49340
PH: [phone]
FAX [phone]
CHIPPER QUALITY REPORT
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 fill 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.
1. Did your chipper perform to your expectations? ____________________________________________
2. Was the machine delivered on schedule? ________________________________________________
3. Was the paint color and finish to your satisfaction? _________________________________________
4. Was machine equipment as ordered? ___________________________________________________
5. Did all welds appear to be of 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 chipper? ________
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: ( ____ ) ___________________

MODELS 65A & 65AW TABLE OF CONTENTS
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
NOTE- ANY PART, PORTION, DESIGN, NUMBER, SPECIFICATION, AND/OR
DIMENSION IN THIS MANUAL IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT
NOTICE BY THE MANUFACTURER.
PAGES
INTRODUCTION & WARRANTY ...................................................2
SERIAL NUMBER LOCATIONS ....................................................6
SAFETY PROCEDURES ...............................................................7
SAFETY DECALS ........................................................................11
AUTOFEED OPTIONS .................................................................19
CONTROLS .................................................................................22
START-UP PROCEDURES .........................................................25
LUBRICATION .............................................................................28
MAINTENANCE ...........................................................................29
HYDRAULIC SECTION ....................................................... 37
CHIPPER SECTION .............................................................42
FEEDWHEEL COUPLER SECTION ................................... 44
ELECTRICAL SECTION ......................................................45
REPLACEMENT PARTS SECTION ............................................ 47
INFEED HOPPER COMPONENTS ..................................... 48
CHIPPER COMPONENTS ...................................................50
HYDRAULIC COMPONENTS ..............................................52
FRAME & ACCESSORY COMPONENTS ...........................54

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MODELS 65A & 65AW INTRODUCTION & WARRANTY
INTRODUCTION
The purpose of this manual is to provide the user with specifications and procedures for the
operation, maintenance and repair of the BANDIT CHIPPER. 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:
Signal Word Likelihood of Occurrence Degree of Potential
Injury or Damage
DANGER
WARNING
CAUTION
NOTICE
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
Severe
Minor to Severe
Minor
The chipper is designed and manufactured in accordance with the latest chipper 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.
WARNING
Improper use of the chipper can result in severe personal injury. Personnel using the chipper must
be qualified, trained and familiar with the operating procedures as defined in this manual.
WARNING
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 chipper, using
only factory approved replacement parts. Any unapproved repairs or modifications may not only
damage the machine and its performance, but could result in severe personal injury. Consult the
equipment manufacturer!!!
Each machine is shipped with a manual, a customer’s check sheet on the chipper, 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
NOTE - The producer of the Bandit Chipper reserves the right to make any
modifications or revisions to the design or specifications of its machine without
advance notice. The producer also reserves the right to change machine and
part prices as needed without advance notice.

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MODELS 65A & 65AW SERIAL NUMBER LOCATIONS
TYPICAL CHIPPER SERIAL NUMBER AND/OR
WORK ORDER NUMBER LOCATIONS
1. Belt shield
2. W/O # on top of tongue
3. Hinged chipper hood under handle
4. Top of throat
5. Side of frame
NOTE: Theengineinformation is located on the
engine block. The clutch information is
located on the clutch plate.
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