Hansa C5 User guide

HANSA NEW ZEALAND
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HANSA AUSTRALIA
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www.hansachippers.com.au
HANSA NEW ZEALAND
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HANSA AUSTRALIA
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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.

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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
ASSEMBLY............................................................................................................................................................................................3
SAFETY .........................................................................................................................................................................................4
OPERATOR COMPETENCY.........................................................................................................................................................................5
IDENTIFYING HAZARDS AND RISKS ..............................................................................................................................................................5
OPERATION..................................................................................................................................................................................6
SAFE SETUP PROCEDURE..........................................................................................................................................................................6
SAFE OPERATING PROCEDURE...................................................................................................................................................................7
STARTING PROCEDURE ............................................................................................................................................................................8
SHUTDOWN PROCEDURE .........................................................................................................................................................................9
PETROL................................................................................................................................................................................................ 9
PROCESSING FIBROUS MATERIAL ...............................................................................................................................................................9
STORAGE.................................................................................................................................................................................... 10
TRANSPORTATION ..................................................................................................................................................................... 10
TROUBLESHOOTING................................................................................................................................................................... 10
WHAT TO DO IF:.................................................................................................................................................................................. 10
MAINTENANCE........................................................................................................................................................................... 11
KNIFE RE-SHARPENING AND KNIFE REPLACEMENT .......................................................................................................................................11
REMOVE THE KNIFE FOR SHARPENING ......................................................................................................................................................12
SHARPEN THE KNIVES............................................................................................................................................................................ 13
REINSTALL THE KNIVES .......................................................................................................................................................................... 13
ENGINE SERVICING ...............................................................................................................................................................................15
ENGINE OIL......................................................................................................................................................................................... 15
BELT TENSION..................................................................................................................................................................................... 16
BELT REPLACEMENT.............................................................................................................................................................................. 17
BOLT TORQUE .....................................................................................................................................................................................18
SPECIFICATIONS ......................................................................................................................................................................... 19
DECALS....................................................................................................................................................................................... 20
HANSA GLOBAL INDUSTRIAL LIMITED WARRANTY..................................................................................................................... 21
COMMISSIONING CHECKLIST AND REGISTRATION ..................................................................................................................... 23

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What can my Hansa chipper process?
Intended uses of the chipper
The Hansa C5 chipper is built to process organic material including wooden branches not exceeding 60 mm in diameter. It is
designed for intermittent use by the suburban gardener. 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:
Bones
Soil, root balls, sand, grit, stones, metal
If you have any questions, contact your authorised dealer.
Do NOT exceed 60 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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Tools required for assembly (not supplied)
•A knife to cut open the box
•Two 13 mm spanners - to tighten the inlet chute
Box 1 contains:
✓The chipper body
✓Axle/wheel assembly
✓Fastener pack
Box 2 contains:
✓The inlet chute
✓A fastener pack containing parts required for assembly
✓Documentation (Hansa operations manual, warranty card and Honda motor manual)
CAUTION: The chipper body weighs 53 kg; it is recommended to cut the box open rather than lifting the body out.
Box 1
Box 2
All the C5 parts in two separate boxes
Contents in box 2
Inlet chute
Documentation
Fastener pack
Contents in box 1
Chipper body
Axle
Fastener pack

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Assembly
Fit the axle
Prop the base of the chipper body up on a block (or similar item)
approx. 100 mm high, so that the axle mounts are high enough off
the ground to attach the axle and wheels. Put a washer (item no.
2) onto each bolt (item no. 1), then put one bolt into each
clamping plate (item no. 3). Put the other sides of the bolt into the
lower holes of the axle mounts at the bottom of the chipper body.
Loosely attach a nyloc nut (item no. 4) to the end of the bolt
threads. Once both clamping plates are in position, place the axle
on top of the bolts between the housing and clamping plate. The
axle will rest on the shanks on the bolts (as per the image).
Item no.
Fastener pack contents (in box 1)
1
Four bolts to attach the axle
2
Two washers to attach the axle
3
Two clamping plates to attach the axle
4
Two nyloc nuts to attach the axle
Item no.
Fastener pack contents (in box 2)
5
Two bolts to attach the inlet chute
6
Two heavy washers to attach the inlet chute.
7
Two spring washers to attach the inlet chute
8
Two nuts to attach the inlet chute
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Place another bolt (item no. 1) through the top holes of the
clamping plate (item no. 3) and axle mount. Ensure there is a
washer (item no. 2) between the head of the bolt and the
clamping plate. Fasten a nyloc nut (item no 4) to the other end of
the bolt. Tighten all four bolts evenly using two 10mm spanners.
Do not overtighten, as this can cause the clamping plate to bend.
Check to make sure the axle is properly secured on both sides.
Fit the inlet chute
Fix the inlet chute –slide the tab at the base
of the inlet chute over the tab at the top of
the rotor housing. Adjust the inlet chute
until the holes at the back of the rotor
housing line up with the holes on the back of
the inlet chute.
Line up the holes and insert the bolts (item
no. 1), heavy washers (item no. 2), spring
washers (item no. 3), and nuts (item no. 4).
Ensure that the heavy washer is touching
the chipper body (top) and the spring
washer is touching the nut (bottom).
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.
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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.
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
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 body parts in front of 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 60 mm diameter branches
It is helpful (but not required) to keep a wooden stick handy, approx. 50 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) or an enclosed container
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 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 all chipper components are in place and in good condition
If any parts are worn or damaged, contact Hansa for replacements
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
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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
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
Ensure the 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 overreach
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
Branches 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 foliage 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
The 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 a 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
Turn off the engine 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
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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
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 machine while it is running
Remove the catcher bag while the machine is running
Touch any guards or stick hands between guards while the machine is on or connected to a power supply
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
Before proceeding, ensure the ‘safe setup procedure’ has been followed on page 6 of this manual.
Turn the choke lever, fuel lever,
and engine switch to the “on”
position.
Turn the throttle lever to the
“max” position.
Pull the pull cord in one smooth
motion to start the engine.
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Choke lever
(“on” position)
Fuel lever
(“on” position)
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3
Pull cord
Throttle
lever (“max”
position)