Hansa C13RT User guide

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HANSA C13
Operation, maintenance and safety manual
All operators must fully read and understand
this operator’s manual before using the chipper.
Keep this manual for future reference.
Register your Hansa chipper to qualify
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
WHAT CAN MY HANSA CHIPPER PROCESS?..................................................................................................................................1
INTENDED USES OF THE CHIPPER .....................................................................................................................................................................................................1
RECEIVING YOUR HANSA CHIPPER ...............................................................................................................................................1
CHIPPER COMPONENTS.................................................................................................................................................................................................................1
ASSEMBLING THE CHIPPER........................................................................................................................................................... 2
FIT THE FIXED OUTLET CHUTE ....................................................................................................................................................................................................3
FIT THE SWIVEL OUTLET CHUTE .................................................................................................................................................................................................3
FIT THE INLET CHUTE ...................................................................................................................................................................................................................4
FIT THE DRAWBAR (OPTIONAL PART) .......................................................................................................................................................................................5
SAFETY .........................................................................................................................................................................................6
OPERATOR COMPETENCY .............................................................................................................................................................................................................6
TOWING SAFETY (FOR ROAD-TOWABLE MODEL).....................................................................................................................................................................6
IDENTIFYING HAZARDS AND RISKS..............................................................................................................................................................................................7
OPERATION..................................................................................................................................................................................8
SAFE SETUP PROCEDURE ..............................................................................................................................................................................................................8
SAFE OPERATING PROCEDURE.....................................................................................................................................................................................................8
STARTING PROCEDURE ..............................................................................................................................................................................................................10
SHUTDOWN PROCEDURE ...........................................................................................................................................................................................................11
PETROL.........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................12
STORAGE.................................................................................................................................................................................... 12
TROUBLESHOOTING................................................................................................................................................................... 12
WHAT TO DO IF:..........................................................................................................................................................................................................................12
MAINTENANCE........................................................................................................................................................................... 13
KNIFE RE-SHARPENING AND KNIFE REPLACEMENT..............................................................................................................................................................14
ANVIL ADJUSTMENT/REPLACEMENT ......................................................................................................................................................................................17
ENGINE SERVICING .....................................................................................................................................................................................................................17
ENGINE OIL ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................................17
BELT TENSION.............................................................................................................................................................................................................................18
BELT REPLACEMENT..................................................................................................................................................................................................................19
TYRE PRESSURE ..........................................................................................................................................................................................................................20
BOLT TORQUE .............................................................................................................................................................................................................................21
SPECIFICATIONS ......................................................................................................................................................................... 21
DECALS....................................................................................................................................................................................... 22
HANSA GLOBAL INDUSTRIAL LIMITED WARRANTY..................................................................................................................... 24
COMMISSIONING CHECKLIST AND REGISTRATION ..................................................................................................................... 26

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What can my Hansa chipper process?
Intended uses of the chipper
The Hansa C13 chipper is built to process organic material including wooden branches not exceeding 90 mm in diameter. It is
designed to be used on a regular basis to maintain large gardens, lifestyle blocks, acreages, along with use by semi commercial
garden maintenance contactors and hire / rental companies. Do NOT use the chipper for any other purpose.
Organic wastes include:
Prunings, stalks, roots, vegetable matter, hay, grass, bark
Dry manure
Branches
Palm fronds
Dead and hard timbers (Note: these will dull the knives faster)
Paper or cardboard
Do NOT process:
Flax, root balls
Soil, bones, sand, grit, stones, metal
If you have any questions, contact your authorised dealer.
Do NOT exceed 90 mm branch diameter
Receiving your Hansa chipper
You may receive your chipper assembled from your dealer or it may be packaged in two boxes. Assembly takes approximately 30
minutes, two people working together will make the assembly easier.
Chipper components

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Assembling the chipper
When you receive your Hansa brush chipper, the inlet and outlet chute may not be assembled on the chipper. All the fasteners
(bolts, nuts and washers) will be attached to their respective components.
Tools required for assembly (not supplied):
•16 mm spanner - to fit the inlet and outlet chute
•17 mm spanner - to fit the inlet and outlet chute
•Two 24mm spanners –to fit the fixed outlet chute
Parts supplied for assembly
All fasteners included to fix inlet chute and outlet chute
onto the chipper
Inlet chute
Fixed outlet chute (if you have purchased a fixed outlet
chute model)
Swivel outlet chute (if you have purchased a swivel
outlet chute model)
Chipper body

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Fit the fixed outlet chute
Slide the outlet chute over the black
cutting rotor onto the chipper body;
the open side of the chute is facing
the engagement handle. Fix the
outlet chute to the chipper body by
tightening the pivot bolt using a 16
mm and 17 mm spanner.
Secure the m16 bolt, washers and nut
through the hole in the base of the
outlet chute to hold the outlet chute
shut. Ensure the spring washer is
situated between the nut and the
heavy washer. Tighten the bolt and
nut using two 24mm spanners
Fit the swivel outlet chute
Lightly grease the flange on the chipper
body.
Slide the outlet chute onto the greased
flange of the chipper body, ensuring
that the locking hinge is open.
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Locking
hinge

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Close the locking hinge and fasten the
two m6 bolts, spring washers, and
washers to the locking pin on each side
of the outlet using a 10 mm spanner.
Ensure the spring washer is between
the bolt head and washer.
Tighten the outlet chute locking handle
to secure the outlet chute to the
chipper body.
Note: The outlet chute locking handle
will be in the documentation package.
Fit the inlet chute
Fix the inlet chute - place the inlet
chute onto the chipper body with the
black rubber flap sandwiched in
between and ensure all three holes line
up. Tighten the nuts, washers, and
bolts using a 16 mm and 17 mm
spanner. Ensure that the washer is
touching the bolt head.
Line up holes and insert the bolts,
washers and nuts, ensuring the big
washer is touching the bolt head.
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Outlet
chute
locking
handle

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Fit the drawbar (optional part)
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Safety
Preventing accidents is the responsibility of every equipment operator. The operator is responsible for any accidents or hazards
occurring to people or their property. Ensure every operator is familiar with the safe operation procedures and controls of the
machine, how to identify hazards, and the steps required to avoid injury while handling and operating the chipper. Relevant
information is contained in this manual.
Do NOT modify the design of the chipper.
Operator competency
Ensure that every person operating the chipper understands and follows the safe operating and maintenance procedures
as detailed in this manual.
Do NOT allow persons below the age of 18 to operate the chipper. Additionally, local regulations may restrict the age of
the operator.
Do NOT allow persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge to
operate the machine.
Towing safety (for road-towable model)
Connect tow coupling to the towing vehicle (check the ball dimensions are the same as the coupling)
Connect safety chain with shackle
Plug in lights and check they are operational
Check wheel nuts periodically to make sure they are secure
Ensure the jockey wheel is in the up position and locked away during travel
Ensure that the machine is towed in accordance with local trailer transport regulations

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Identifying hazards and risks
Identify hazards and risks, and take preventative steps to avoid accidents and minimise risk. Possible hazards include, but are not
limited to, moving parts, thrown objects, weight of chipper and components, and the operating environment.
Below is a list of hazards and actions required to prevent injury.
Hazard
Risk
Corrective action
Dust
Injury or irritation of the
eyes
Respiratory irritation
Wear safety glasses
Process freshly cut materials and/or wear a dust mask
Exhaust Fumes
Respiratory irritation
Place the chipper in a manner that the operator is not
exposed to direct exhaust fumes
Hot Exhaust
Heat burns
Keep bare hands and other body parts a safe distance away
from hot exhaust
Fire
Heat burns
Clear any build-up of chipping debris around the engine and
exhaust regularly
Belt Drive
Skin pinching and/or
abrasions
Ensure that the belt guard is in place, and keep away from
the belt and its guarding
Cutting rotor and knives
Pinching, crushing, cutting,
severing
Keep your face and body out of the inlet chute
Do NOT extend hands/arms past the rubber flap
Use a stick to push materials into the inlet chute
Do NOT push the stick beyond the rubber flap
Sound
Damage to hearing
Always wear hearing protection when operating the
machinery
Discharge material
Eye injury, minor cuts
Always wear safety glasses when operating the machinery
Do NOT put any body part in front of the outlet
chute
Do NOT put the machinery in a place where the
outlet chute is directed on a hard surface
Feeding material
Cuts and scrapes
Wear safety gloves
Wear tight fitting long sleeves and pants to cover bare skin
when operating the machinery
Weight of the chipper
Straining, crushing
Place the machinery on firm level ground
Petrol, oil, grease
Poisoning, skin irritation,
harmful vapours
Take care when handling petrol, oil and grease
Wash skin if contaminated with petrol, oil or grease
Do NOT refuel the chipper in enclosed areas

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Operation
The chipper is self-feeding and has a large inlet opening. It can process:
•Prunings, stalks, vines, leaves, roots and vegetable matter, paper and cardboard
•Freshly cut material is better to process than dry material
•Maximum capacity is 90 mm diameter branches
It is helpful (but not required) to keep a wooden stick handy, approx. 60 mm diameter x 600 mm long for:
•Pushing in short, brushy and very leafy materials
•Keeping the inlet chute clear
Safe setup procedure
Before you start:
Ensure the chipper is positioned in an open area and on firm level ground
Ensure that the outlet chute is discharged onto soft ground (e.g. grass)
Do NOT allow the outlet chute to discharge chip onto hard surfaces (such as a paved or gravel surface)
Ejected material can rebound and cause injury
Keep children, pets and spectators clear of the work area at all times
Do NOT operate the chipper where there is a hazard to onlookers
Do NOT allow any person under the age of 18 to operate the chipper
Check:
That all screws, nuts, bolts, and other fasteners are properly secured
That all chipper components are in place and in good condition
If any parts are worn or damaged, contact Hansa for replacements
That fuel and engine oil levels are above the minimum levels
That the fuel cap is secured and there is no fuel leaking from the tank
That the inlet chute and housing are clear of any leftover material
That all labels are in good condition and easily legible
Replace damaged or unreadable labels
View photos of labels in the ‘Decals’ section
Refuelling:
Take extra care in handling fuels
They are flammable and vapors are explosive
Use only an approved fuel container
Always replace and securely tighten fuel cap after refuelling
Allow engine to cool down before refuelling
If you need to drain the fuel, ensure this is done outside
Do NOT smoke when using or refuelling the chipper
Never remove fuel cap or add fuel with the engine running
Never refuel the chipper indoors
Never store the chipper or fuel container inside where there is an open flame, such as a water heater
If fuel is spilled, do not attempt to start the engine. Wipe up the spilled fuel, and move the chipper away from
the area of spillage before starting
Safe operating procedure
Wear safety equipment: Safety glasses and hearing protection must be
worn at all times
Wear work gloves: Wearing work gloves is optional but highly
recommended - ensure that the gloves fit tightly
Tie long hair up
Long hair could be pulled into the chipper
Wear clothes that sit tightly
DO: