Hansa C16C User guide

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HANSA C16C
Operation, maintenance and safety manual
Original
Instructions
All operators must fully read and understand
this operator’s manual before using the chipper.
Keep this manual for future reference.

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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........................................................................................................................................................... 3
FIT THE OUTLET CHUTE............................................................................................................................................................................ 3
FIT THE INLET CHUTE............................................................................................................................................................................... 3
SAFETY ......................................................................................................................................................................................... 4
OPERATOR COMPETENCY......................................................................................................................................................................... 4
IDENTIFYING HAZARDS AND RISKS .............................................................................................................................................................. 4
OPERATION.................................................................................................................................................................................. 5
OPERATING THE CHIPPER......................................................................................................................................................................... 5
SAFE SETUP PROCEDURE.......................................................................................................................................................................... 5
SAFE OPERATING PROCEDURE................................................................................................................................................................... 6
STARTING PROCEDURE ............................................................................................................................................................................ 7
SHUTDOWN PROCEDURE......................................................................................................................................................................... 9
PETROL................................................................................................................................................................................................ 9
EMERGENCY STOP................................................................................................................................................................................ 10
STORAGE.................................................................................................................................................................................... 10
TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................................................................................................................................... 10
WHAT TO DO IF: .................................................................................................................................................................................. 10
MAINTENANCE........................................................................................................................................................................... 11
KNIFE RE-SHARPENING AND KNIFE REPLACEMENT ....................................................................................................................................... 11
ANVIL ADJUSTMENT/REPLACEMENT......................................................................................................................................................... 14
ENGINE SERVICING ............................................................................................................................................................................... 14
CHECKING ENGINE OIL........................................................................................................................................................................... 14
BELT TENSION ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 15
BELT REPLACEMENT.............................................................................................................................................................................. 16
TYRE PRESSURE ................................................................................................................................................................................... 18
BOLT TORQUE ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 18
SPECIFICATIONS ......................................................................................................................................................................... 19
HANSA GLOBAL INDUSTRIAL LIMITED WARRANTY..................................................................................................................... 20
HONDA ENGINE LIMITED WARRANTY ........................................................................................................................................ 22
COMMISSIONING CHECKLIST AND REGISTRATION ..................................................................................................................... 24
LABELS ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 25
SOUND OUTPUT INFORMATION ................................................................................................................................................ 27
EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY............................................................................................................................................ 28

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What can my Hansa chipper process?
Intended uses of the chipper
The C16c Hansa chipper is built to process organic material including wooden branches not exceeding 110mm in diameter
respectively. It is designed to be used on a regular basis 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 110mm branch diameter
Receiving your Hansa chipper
Chipper components

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Tools required for assembly (not supplied):
•10 mm spanner - to fit the emergency stop to the inlet
•16 mm spanner - to fit the inlet and outlet chute
•17 mm spanner - to fit the inlet and outlet chute
•4 mm Allen key - to fit the emergency stop to the inlet
Parts supplied for assembly
All fasteners included to fix the inlet chute
and outlet chute onto chipper
Inlet chute
Outlet chute
Chipper body

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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) are attached to their respective components.
Fit the 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.
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.
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4
Locking
hinge
Outlet
chute
locking
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Line up holes and insert the bolts,
washers and nuts, ensuring the big
washer is touching the bolt head.
Attach the emergency stop bracket to the inlet
Remove the fasteners that come attached
with the bracket. Fasten the bracket to
the inlet chute using the supplied
fasteners, ensuring the bolt head is on the
inside of the inlet chute, and the light
washer and nyloc nut are on the outside
of the inlet chute. A 10 mm spanner and
4mm Allen key are required for this.
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 16 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.
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
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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
Cutting rotor and knives
Pinching, crushing, cutting,
severing
Keep hands and other body parts out of the inlet chute
Use a stick to push materials into the inlet chute
Do NOT push the stick beyond the guard flap
Sound
Damage to hearing
Always wear ear protection when operating the machinery
Discharge material
Eye injury, minor cuts
Always wear safety glasses when operating the machinery
Do NOT stand in front of the outlet chute
Do NOT face 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 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
Operation
Operating the chipper
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
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
•Maximum branch diameter capacity for the C13c and C16c is 90 mm and 110 mm respectively
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
Check details on general chipper maintenance in this manual
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
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That all labels are is good condition and easily legible
Replace damaged or unreadable warning and operating
View photos of labels in appendix A
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 outdoors
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, but move the chipper away from the area of spillage before
starting
Safe operating procedure
Wear safety equipment: Safety glasses and earmuffs must be worn at
all times
Wear work gloves: The wearing of work gloves is optional but highly
recommended - ensure that the gloves fit tightly
Tie long hair up
Long hair could be pulled into chipper
Wear clothes that sit tightly
Avoid scarves and any items that can get caught in the chipper
Keep your face and body away from the inlet chute
Stand clear of the discharge zone, even when no material is being fed into the machine
Place the chipper on even ground and direct outlet chute on soft ground
Ensure exhaust is pointing away from the working area and downwind from the operator and onlookers
Keep proper balance and footing at all times and stand at the same level as the chipper
Do NOT over-reach
Do NOT run near the machine
Feed only freshly cut material into the chipper
Do NOT feed in materials covered in gravel, stones and dirt as this can rebound, injure the operator and damage
the machinery
Prune to a size that suits the chipper’s capabilities
Pre-cut side branches
oThe branch will ‘self-feed’ more efficiently
Keep the engine clean of debris and other accumulations
This prevents damage to the engine or possible fire
Feed limbs and branches through butt end first, leaving the bushy head on
This helps guide the limb down the inlet chute
It reduces spinning and the occurrence of ejection of small pieces back up the inlet chute
Hold larger branches back and feed the chipper with care until you are familiar with its capacity
Engine will slow down or stall if the branch is too large
Feed longer pieces together with short stubby pieces
Feed soft materials intermittently with branches
The wood chips tend to clean out any soft residue left in the chipper
The chipper can clog up with soft, wet or fibrous materials
Keep the outlet free of blockage
If blockage occurs, turn the engine off, disconnect the spark plug wire and wait for rotor to stop spinning. Open
the outlet chute and remove material until the outlet chute is clear
As the discharge material piles up
Move the chipper to direct the outlet chute away from the pile, or move the processed material
to avoid blocking
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Turn the engine off whenever you leave the work area
Run the chipper in an enclosed area
Exhaust fumes contain carbon monoxide which is poisonous, colourless, odourless, and tasteless
Operate the chipper wearing loose clothing and untied long hair
Stand at a higher level than the base of the chipper when feeding material into it
Process old materials such as dried wooden branches
They get very hard and springy when dried out
They are more awkward to handle
The knives dull much quicker
Feed short, stubby pieces of wood into the chipper
They bounce and spin in the inlet chute
Feed short stubby pieces together with longer pieces
Feed branches that are too large
The chipper can easily stall
Put soil, sand, grit, stones, glass, pieces of metal or other foreign objects into the chipper
This will damage the sharp edge of the cutting knives and can rebound and injure the operator
Put root balls and dead wood into the chipper
This dulls the knives quickly
Overload the chipper
If the cutting rotor is slowing down, feed the material in slower
Allow processed material to build up in the discharge area as this can
Prevent proper discharge
Result in kickback of material through the feed opening
Transport the chipper while the engine is running
Tamper with the engine governor settings on the chipper
The governor controls the maximum safe operating speed and protects the engine and all moving parts from
damage caused by overspeed
Operate the chipper with blunt knives
This causes excessive vibration which may result in damage to the chipper
Move or tilt the chipper while it is running
Touch any guards or stick hands between guards while the machine is on
Put hands or any other part of the body or clothing:
Inside the feed chute past the rubber flap
Inside or near the opening of the discharge chute
Near any moving part
Remove any guards on the chipper unless the engine is turned off and the cutting rotor has come to a complete standstill
Leave the chipper on while it is unattended
Starting procedure
Turn the fuel lever and
engine switch to the
“on” position.
Pull the choke lever to
turn the choke on.
DO NOT:
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Choke lever
(“on” position)
Fuel lever (“on”
position)
Engine
switch (“on”
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Turn the throttle to the halfway
position and disengage the belt
drive by winding the engagement
handle anti clock-
wise until it
comes to a stop.
Pull the pull cord in one smooth
motion to start the engine.
Once the engine is started and has
warmed up (approx. 10 seconds),
move the choke lever to the “off”
position by pushing the lever in
towards the engine.
To engage the belt drive, slowly
rotate the engagement handle
clockwise until it comes to a stop.
This must be done slowly to allow
the cutting rotor to pick up speed;
otherwise the engine may stall.
Turn the throttle to max.
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3
4
5
6
Throttle
lever
(halfway
position)
Pull cord