Hansa C60RX User guide

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 BRUSH CHIPPER....................................................................................................................................1
CHIPPER COMPONENTS........................................................................................................................................................................... 1
SAFETY .........................................................................................................................................................................................2
OPERATOR COMPETENCY.........................................................................................................................................................................2
IDENTIFYING HAZARDS AND RISKS ..............................................................................................................................................................2
TOWING SAFETY ....................................................................................................................................................................................3
TRACK OPERATION SAFETY .......................................................................................................................................................................3
WINCH OPERATION SAFETY......................................................................................................................................................................4
CHIPPING SAFETY................................................................................................................................................................................... 5
CHECKLIST BEFORE OPERATION .............................................................................................................................................................5
SAFE SETUP PROCEDURE......................................................................................................................................................................5
SAFE OPERATING PROCEDURE...............................................................................................................................................................6
OPERATION..................................................................................................................................................................................7
OUTLET CHUTE ADJUSTMENT....................................................................................................................................................................8
FEED ROLLER CONTROL ...........................................................................................................................................................................8
AUTOMATIC FEED CONTROLLER (AFC) ......................................................................................................................................................8
ENGINE LED PANEL................................................................................................................................................................................9
HOUR METER /TACHOMETER...................................................................................................................................................................9
HYDRAULIC WINCH................................................................................................................................................................................9
EMERGENCY STOP................................................................................................................................................................................10
STARTING PROCEDURE ..........................................................................................................................................................................10
SHUTDOWN PROCEDURE .......................................................................................................................................................................11
RUBBER TRACK DRIVE ...........................................................................................................................................................................12
TRACK CONTROL REMOTE PAIRING/UNPAIRING PROCEDURE .........................................................................................................................12
TROUBLESHOOTING................................................................................................................................................................... 13
MAINTENANCE & SERVICE ......................................................................................................................................................... 14
KNIFE RE-SHARPENING AND KNIFE REPLACEMENT .......................................................................................................................................14
ANVIL ADJUSTMENT ............................................................................................................................................................................. 17
BELT TENSION .....................................................................................................................................................................................17
BELT TENSION ADJUSTMENT............................................................................................................................................................... 18
BELT REPLACEMENT.............................................................................................................................................................................. 18
HYDRAULIC PUMP BELT ADJUSTMENT....................................................................................................................................................... 18
GREASING BEARINGS &PIVOT POINTS......................................................................................................................................................19
HYDRAULIC SYSTEM.............................................................................................................................................................................. 20
ENGINE SERVICING ...............................................................................................................................................................................20
C60RX TRACK MAINTENANCE AND RUBBER TRACK TENSION......................................................................................................................... 20
OTHER SERVICING ................................................................................................................................................................................20
ROTOR BEARING REPLACEMENT ..............................................................................................................................................................20
MAINTENANCE &SERVICE INTERVALS ...................................................................................................................................................... 22
BOLT TORQUE .....................................................................................................................................................................................23
SPECIFICATIONS ......................................................................................................................................................................... 23
DECALS....................................................................................................................................................................................... 24
HANSA GLOBAL INDUSTRIAL LIMITED WARRANTY..................................................................................................................... 28
COMMISSIONING CHECKLIST AND REGISTRATION ..................................................................................................................... 30

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What can my Hansa chipper process?
Intended uses of the chipper
The C60RX Hansa chipper is built to process organic material including wooden branches not exceeding 254 mm in diameter. It is
designed to be used on by commercial arborists, tree contractors and hire / rental companies. Do NOT use the chipper for any
other purpose.
Organic wastes include:
Prunings, stalks, roots, vegetable matter, hay, grass, bark
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 254 mm branch diameter
Receiving your Hansa Brush Chipper
Congratulations on the purchase of a Hansa Model C60RX Brush Chipper.
Chipper components

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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.
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 or onlookers
are 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 hands and other body parts out of the inlet chute
Use a stick to push materials into the inlet chute
feed roller
Do NOT push material into the feed roller with your
hands
Feed swing arm
Crushing, severing
Do not touch or approach the feed roller motor and swing
arm while the machine is operating
Feed roller and feeding
material
Being pulled into chipper
resulting in possible
crushing, cutting, severing
Do not stand directly in front of the inlet table while feeding
material into the chipper; stand to either side.
Do not climb onto the inlet table or enter the infeed chute
unless the machine is off, and the cutting rotor is stationary
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 stand in front of the outlet chute

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Do NOT face the machinery in a place where the
outlet chute is directed on a hard surface
Feeding material
Cuts and scrapes
Wear tight fitting 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
Pinch points
Pinching, crushing
When opening/closing the inlet table, bonnet, or other
guard, it is recommended to use the handles provided
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
Tracks
Crushing
Ensure area is clear of bystanders while moving the machine
Ensure the operator is controlling the machine from a point
where he/she has complete and unobscured vision of the
machine and its surroundings in the direction of travel
Towing safety
Rotate the discharge chute to face the opposite direction of the towing vehicle before towing and lock into position
Lock the feed table in the up position
Connect the tow coupling to the towing vehicle (check the ball dimensions are the same as the coupling).
Connect safety chain with shackle
If the trailer is fitted with brakes, check handbrake is off and road brakes are on by removing the reversing lever
Check rear brake and indicator lights are operational
Check wheel nuts and axle U-bolts periodically to make sure they are secure
Ensure the jockey wheel is in the up position and locked away during transport
Ensure the machine is sufficiently secured to the trailer
Ensure the machine is towed in accordance with local trailer transport regulations
Track operation safety
Pre-driving checks
✓Ensure the rotor is disengaged
✓Ensure the inlet table is locked in the upright position
✓Ensure the outlet chute is locked in the forward-facing position
✓All drivers must read all driving instructions before driving for the first time
✓First time operators should familiarise themselves with the controls in an open, flat, controlled area free of people and
traffic
✓Ensure the engine throttle is set to at least half way before operating the tracks
Driving considerations
Make sure that the work site terrain is stable enough to firmly support your chipper.
Driving in water and mud should be avoided where possible to reduce track wear and corrosion of the chassis and electrical
wiring/components. If it is not possible to avoid, the chipper should only be driven through water if: the bottom of the
travel path is firm and level; the water is calm and flows slowly; and the water level does not rise above the top surface of
the tracks. Be very careful about the type of bottom of the water path since if it is very soft, the machine may slowly sink
down
It is recommended to wash the undercarriage if it has been driven in salt water or if dirt and mud has made its way into
the track rollers and driving sprockets. Excessive dirt, mud, and sand in the tracks causes unnecessary wear
All operators must comply with local laws for operating and driving a tracked vehicle
Hold the remote with both hands and use the neck strap provided
Ensure the speed setting on the track remote is set to “reduced speed” when making precise manoeuvres and when
mounting and dismounting transport trailers.
The tracks have a built-in braking system that is automatically applied when the joysticks are returned to their resting
positions. Be careful not to release the joysticks too quickly as the brakes could destabilise the machine, especially on
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Avoid the following situations if possible:
Drive the chipper on hard, stony and uneven surfaces such as streambed rock, gravel, etc
Leave the rubber tracks lying in the direct sun light for more than three months’time
Make sharp steering manoeuvres on asphalt and cement since this causes excess track pad wear.
Working on asphalt surfaces when their temperature exceeds 60°C since this causes both excess pad wear and damage to
the asphalt surface
Drive the chipper on hard or abrasive surfaces, such as concrete, sand or gravel. If driving on a hard surface is necessary,
do not attempt sharp steering manoeuvres and keep time driving over these surfaces to a minimum. Rubber tracks are
designed predominantly for use on soft terrain, not for hard and abrasive surfaces
Drive the tracks over sharp concrete edges etc
Expose the tracks to fuels or synthetic oils. If this does happen then they must immediately be cleaned
Drive the chipper on steep routes. It is recommended that the C60RX should not be driven on slopes steeper than 15
degrees. The engine is not designed to operate at angles greater than 20 degrees for extended periods of time. Operators
should take their time to become comfortable driving on steep terrain and learn what the machine is capable of. Care
should be taken on steep slopes that are soft or uneven as this could cause the machine to slide or tip into a steeper
position
Do NOT:
Drive the chipper within five metres of people, including the operator. It should be the responsibility of the driver to ensure
that onlookers do not come within five metres of the machine while it is being driven
Allow anyone within the immediate downhill area of the machine when it is being driven on steep terrain
There is a danger of destabilising/rolling the machine when driving up/down steep terrain
Winch operation safety
Winch operation safety:
Be careful when retracting the winch. Do NOT retract the winch past the rollers at the end of the winch boom
The winch does not automatically stop once it reaches the rollers. Retracting the winch too far may damage the
hook or rollers
Do NOT attempt to lift/pull objects that weigh more than 1400 kg.
Ensure you are familiar with the capabilities and weight of the machine before winching particularly heavy objects
Ensure the winch rope is fully retracted and attached to the keeper hook before feeding material into the chipper
This is to ensure the feed roller/cutting rotor does not pull in the winch rope. The rotor is rotating at high speed
and if it does pull the winch rope in, it will do so rapidly and has the potential to cause serious injury to operators
and/or result in damage to the machine
Ensure both stabiliser feet are lowered while operating the winch
Ensure the pull angle of the winch is within the safe operating envelope. This is outlined below:
Maximum slope
15 degrees
Safe operating envelope (vertical)
Safe operating envelope (horizontal)

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Ensure the rope wraps around the drum at least five times
Do NOT extend the rope past this point
Winches operate on the friction principle; with less than five wraps, the rope will separate from the
drum
If a replacement winch rope is required, the rope must be of equal or greater strength than what is specified (see the
‘Operation – Hydraulic Winch’ section of this manual). Contact Hansa for more information
Chipping safety
Checklist before operation
Engine:
✓Check oil level in engine
✓Check condition of air cleaner
✓Refer to engine manual for more details
Check Hydraulics:
✓Check level of hydraulic fluid
✓Check all hydraulic components for leaks
General:
✓Check drive belt and pump belt for proper tension
✓Check machine for proper lubrication
✓Check nuts and bolts to ensure they are tight
✓Check diesel level
✓Check that the fuel cap is secured and there is no fuel leaking from the tank
✓Check the tracks are tight and in good condition
✓Check direction of the discharge chute
✓Check guards are all in place and in good condition
✓Check all labels are legible. Replace if necessary (contact Hansa for replacements)
✓Refer to maintenance section for more details
Safe setup procedure
Ensure all pre-operation checks have been done
Setup the work site so there is no danger to traffic or public and provide adequate warnings
Ensure the chipper is positioned on firm level ground
Ensure the feed control bar is in the neutral position when starting the chipper
Ensure the inlet table is clear of material when starting the chipper
Ensure the throttle control lever is the initially in the idle position when starting the chipper
Ensure 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 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
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
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: The wearing of work gloves is optional but
highly recommended - ensure that the gloves fit tightly
Do NOT wear loose fitting gloves or gloves with long cuffs
Loose gloves may get snagged by branches, which could result in the operator being pulled into the chipper
Tie long hair up
Long hair could be snagged by a branch and may be pulled into chipper
Wear clothes that sit tightly
Avoid scarves and any items that can get caught in the chipper or snagged on branches
Place the chipper on even ground and direct outlet chute onto 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 climb onto the feed table to push material into the feed roller
Ensure the chipper is positioned so that there is a minimum inlet table height of 600 mm off the ground
Keep your face and body away from the inlet chute. Stand to the side of the inlet table while feeding material into the
chipper
Standing to the side gives better access to the control bar and helps in keeping clear from flying debris
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
The 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
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 well clear of the outlet chute discharge area, even when the chipper is not currently processing material
High velocity, sharp discharge can cause serious injury
Keep the outlet free of blockage
If blockage occurs, turn the engine off and wait for rotor to stop spinning. Open the outlet chute and remove
material until the outlet chute is clear
Keep the feed roller free of blockage
If blockage occurs, turn the engine off and wait for rotor to stop spinning. Remove the feed roller guard by
unhooking the four rubber latches. Unhook the springs from the base of the chassis. Lift the swing arm up and
insert the rotor pin (located underneath the control panel) into the tab on the housing to lock the swing arm in
place (as per the diagram below). You may now safely clear the blockage. Remove the rotor pin, lower the feed
roller, reposition the springs, then replace the guard
Turn off the engine whenever you leave the work area
DO:
Rotor pin
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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
Feed flax and cabbage tree leaves into the machine
These stringy materials can wrap around the rotor shaft and work their way into the bearing.
If any stringy material becomes wrapped around the rotor shaft, remove it before it works itself into the bearing
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 (max 254 mm branch diameter)
The chipper engine will stall, which could result in damage to the engine or drive belts
Put soil, sand, grit, stones or pieces of metal 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
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
Remove any guards on the chipper unless the engine is turned off and the cutting rotor has come to a complete standstill
Enter the inlet chute
Get on, or lean over the feed table
Put hands or any other part of the body or clothing:
Inside the inlet chute
Inside or near the opening of the discharge chute
Near any moving part
Use the feed control bar as a handle to manoeuvre the machine
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 254 mm diameter branches
It is recommended to keep a wooden stick handy, approx. 60 mm diameter x 1000 mm long for:
•Pushing in short, brushy and very leafy materials
•Keeping the inlet table clear
DO NOT:

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Outlet chute adjustment
The C60 is fitted with a freely rotating outlet chute, allowing the operator to precisely
control the direction of material discharge from the machine. The chute can easily be
adjusted by undoing the clamping bolt, adjusting the outlet chute direction as needed, then
doing the clamping bolt back up. The outlet chute height can also be adjusted by cranking
the swivel handle on the back of the outlet chute.
Additionally, the top of the outlet chute is fitted with two deflector plates that can be
adjusted to control the angle and distance of discharged material. A wingnut is located on
the side of the upper deflector to lock it in place.
Feed roller control
The C60 is equipped with a feed roller which facilitates the process of feeding material
into the machine. The feed roller is controlled via the yellow control bar which surrounds
the inlet table. The control bar has three settings:
1) Reverse
2) Neutral
3) Feed
When the bar is fully pushed in, the feed roller will be set to reverse. When the bar is fully
pulled out, the feed roller will feed material. The neutral position lies between the reverse
and feed positions.
Automatic Feed Controller (AFC)
The feed roller is fitted with an electronic automatic feed control system which is designed to limit the feed rate of material into
the machine in order to prevent the engine from stalling.
This system eliminates the need to control the speed at which the branches are fed into the chipper manually. A sensor detects the
RPM of the rotor; once this speed drops to a pre-set level the feed roller stops and the branch stops feeding into the machine. The
engine then picks up in RPM and once it reaches a pre-set speed the feed-roller will start feeding again. The feed wheel will also
reverse back slightly after stopping (reducing the friction between the wood and knives), resulting in a quicker engine recovery.
The feed roller will only work once the engine is turned on and the engine has reached full throttle after engaging the rotor. If the
green LED light on the AFC controller is flashing this indicates the feed roller isn’t turning. When this changes to a solid green light
(when the engine reaches maximum throttle of 1620RPM) the feed roller will be operational.
The AFC has 19 different pre-set positions at which the feed will stop.
Adjusting the AutoTrip setting:
1. Turn the ignition key into the ‘ON’ position. Alternatively, this can be adjusted when the machine is in operation.
2. The version number will initially be displayed on the LCD display, wait until this clears.
3. Push the ‘Menu’ button once.
4. Adjust the AutoTrip setting down using the ‘Menu’ button or up using the ‘Set’ button. There are 19 different positions at
which the feed will stop. At setting 1 the engine is dropping further in RPM, whereas at setting 19 the engine is only
dropping marginally in RPM before the feed roller stops. Adjust to a setting which is most suitable to you. Once adjusted
the screen will return to the Hour meter / Tachometer display after 5 seconds, saving the desired setting.
If there are any problems with the electronic automatic feed system, the chipper can be used with the auto-feed disabled. To
disable auto-feed, adjust the AutoTrip setting down to 0 or up to 20.
WARNING! Be careful using the machine with auto-feed disabled as the machine can be stalled easily.
Feed –Neutral –Reverse