Hansa C65RX User guide

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HANSA C65RX
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
CHIPPER OVERVIEW .....................................................................................................................................................................2
SAFETY .........................................................................................................................................................................................3
OPERATOR COMPETENCY.........................................................................................................................................................................3
IDENTIFYING HAZARDS AND RISKS ..............................................................................................................................................................3
TOWING SAFETY ....................................................................................................................................................................................4
TRACK OPERATION SAFETY .......................................................................................................................................................................5
WINCH OPERATION SAFETY......................................................................................................................................................................6
CHIPPING SAFETY................................................................................................................................................................................... 6
CHECKLIST BEFORE OPERATION .............................................................................................................................................................6
SAFE SETUP PROCEDURE......................................................................................................................................................................7
SAFE OPERATING PROCEDURE...............................................................................................................................................................7
OPERATION..................................................................................................................................................................................9
OUTLET CHUTE ADJUSTMENT....................................................................................................................................................................9
FEED ROLLER CONTROL .........................................................................................................................................................................10
AUTOMATIC FEED CONTROL ..................................................................................................................................................................10
ADJUST THE AUTO-TRIP SETTING:........................................................................................................................................................ 11
HOUR METER /TACHOMETER.................................................................................................................................................................12
HYDRAULIC WINCH OPERATION (OPTIONAL MACHINE FEATURE) ....................................................................................................................12
EMERGENCY STOP................................................................................................................................................................................13
BOTTOM BUMP BAR (OPTIONAL MACHINE FEATURE)................................................................................................................................... 13
STARTING PROCEDURE ..........................................................................................................................................................................14
SHUTDOWN PROCEDURE .......................................................................................................................................................................15
RUBBER TRACK DRIVE ...........................................................................................................................................................................16
MANUAL MODE...............................................................................................................................................................................16
TRACK CONTROL REMOTE PAIRING/UNPAIRING PROCEDURE .........................................................................................................................17
TROUBLESHOOTING................................................................................................................................................................... 18
MAINTENANCE & SERVICE ......................................................................................................................................................... 19
WARNINGS.........................................................................................................................................................................................19
LIFTING THE SWING ARM FOR ACCESS.......................................................................................................................................................19
OPENING THE ROTOR COVER FOR ACCESS TO CUTTING ROTOR....................................................................................................................... 20
KNIFE RE-SHARPENING AND KNIFE REPLACEMENT .......................................................................................................................................21
ANVIL ADJUSTMENT ............................................................................................................................................................................. 23
BELT TENSION .....................................................................................................................................................................................24
CHECKING AND SETTING BELT TENSION.................................................................................................................................................24
BELT REPLACEMENT.......................................................................................................................................................................... 25
HYDRAULIC PUMP BELT ADJUSTMENT &REPLACEMENT ...............................................................................................................................26
GREASE POINTS ...................................................................................................................................................................................27
GENERAL GREASE POINTS .................................................................................................................................................................. 27
ENGINE OUTPUT SHAFT GREASING.......................................................................................................................................................29
HYDRAULIC SYSTEM.............................................................................................................................................................................. 29
ENGINE SERVICING ...............................................................................................................................................................................29
C65RX TRACK MAINTENANCE AND RUBBER TRACK TENSION......................................................................................................................... 29
OTHER SERVICING ................................................................................................................................................................................29
ROTOR BEARING REPLACEMENT ..............................................................................................................................................................29
BOLT TORQUE .....................................................................................................................................................................................30
MAINTENANCE &SERVICE INTERVALS ......................................................................................................................................................31
SPECIFICATIONS ......................................................................................................................................................................... 32
DECALS....................................................................................................................................................................................... 33
HANSA GLOBAL INDUSTRIAL LIMITED WARRANTY..................................................................................................................... 38
COMMISSIONING CHECKLIST AND REGISTRATION ..................................................................................................................... 40

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What can my Hansa chipper process?
Intended uses of the chipper
The C65RX 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

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Chipper overview

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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, fatal injuries
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
Winch rope
Winch rope can be rapidly
pulled in by the feed roller
and/or cutting rotor causing
crushing, severing, fatal injuries.
Winch rope under tension can
cause crushing, severing, fatal
Keep away from the winch rope when under tension. Do
not let winch rope enter inlet chute
Ensure the winch rope is fully retracted and
attached to the keeper hook before feeding
material into the chipper
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injuries.
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
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
Do NOT attempt to move the machinery up/down
slopes unless is attached to a towing vehicle
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 they have complete and unobscured vision of the
machine and its surroundings, especially in the direction of
travel.
Towing safety
Before towing, rotate the discharge chute to face either forwards or backwards, parallel with the direction of towing and
lock into position by; 1. Engaging lock pin and 2. Tightening outlet crank handle:
Lock the inlet table in the up position
Ensure the machine is sufficiently secured to the trailer
Ensure the machine is towed in accordance with local trailer transport regulations
Turn the machine off while towing
2. Tighten outlet crank handle
1. Engage lock pin (up)

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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 non-public area, free of
people and traffic
✓Ensure the engine throttle is set to at least halfway before operating the tracks to ensure smooth operation
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
steep terrain
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 C65RX 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
Maximum slope
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Winch operation safety
Winch operation safety:
Be careful when retracting the winch. Do NOT retract the winch hook in 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 or death 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:
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
Ensure both stabiliser feet are lowered while operating the winch
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 operating envelope (vertical)
Safe operating envelope (horizontal)

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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
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: 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
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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 access panel and
remove material until the outlet chute is clear
Keep the feed roller free of blockage
If a blockage occurs, only attempt to manually remove the blockage when the engine is off, and the cutting rotor
is stopped. To get access to the feed roller area, refer to the instructions in the “Error! Reference source not
found.” section in this manual.
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
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
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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 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
Outlet chute adjustment
The C65RX is fitted with a rotating outlet chute and deflector, allowing the operator to control the direction of material discharge
from the machine:
Adjust outlet rotation direction: disengage the lock pin (down), loosen the rotation crank handle, change outlet direction, then
tighten the rotation crank handle to lock into position.
Adjust outlet height: turn outlet height crank handle clockwise (higher) or anticlockwise (lower).
Adjust deflector angle: loosen wingnut, adjust angle, tighten wingnut.
Lock for towing: rotate the discharge chute to face either forwards or backwards, parallel with the direction of towing and lock
into position by:
1. engaging lock pin and
2. tightening rotation crank handle.
Outlet height adjustment
Outlet rotation adjustment
Outlet deflector adjustment
Loosen wingnut to
adjust deflector angle
Lock pin for towing (up = locked) Only works with outlet facing forwards or backwards
Rotation lock crank handle
(clockwise = locked)
Outlet height crank handle
(clockwise = higher)
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Feed roller control
The feed roller is controlled with 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 Control
The electronic automatic feed control system controls the feed roller and improves operation by:
✓Keeping the engine RPM at optimal speed and power
✓Preventing the engine from stalling when overloaded
✓Assisting with clearing blockages
This system eliminates the need for the operator to control the speed at which material is manually fed into the chipper. A sensor
detects the speed of the cutting rotor, once this speed drops to a pre-set level, the feed roller stops the material feeding into the
machine. The engine then recovers to higher RPM and once it reaches a pre-set speed the feed-roller will start feeding again. The
feed roller will also reverse back slightly after stopping (reducing the friction between the wood and knives), resulting in quicker
RPM recovery.
The feed control can be set to 6 different AutoTrip levels from 1 to 6 or be disabled (OFF). Setting “1” is the default factory setting
which allows the engine to drop the most in speed before pausing feeding. Setting “6” allows the engine to drop the least in speed
before pausing feeding. Setting “OFF” will disable automatic feed control and the engine may stall if it is overloaded. If there are
any issues with the electronic automatic feed system, the chipper can be used with the auto-feed disabled.
WARNING! Be careful using the machine with auto-feed disabled as the machine can be stalled easily.
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Adjust the auto-trip setting:
Press “OK” to enter the menu
Press “OK” to enter “Trip Setting” (highlighted in
blue)
Use the arrows to navigate up and down settings.
Push “OK” to change the active trip setting to the
highlighted setting (highlighted in blue).
Once the desired setting has been selected, push
the “ESC” button twice to go back to the main
menu
1
2
3
Arrows to
navigate
“OK” to
select
Active trip
setting
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Hour meter / tachometer
The display screen shows:
▪Tachometer: Engine speed (RPM, revolutions per minute). The engine speed is measured from the cutting rotor speed
sensor and so only displays accurate speed while the cutting rotor is engaged.
▪Hour meter (also displays minutes)
Hydraulic winch operation (optional machine feature)
Specifications
Model: Comeup HV-3
Rope type: 50m Dynice 75 or equivalent (minimum break load 4.2 ton)
Line pull: 1400 kg max
Line speed –20m/min
Winch operation:
The winch is operated via a control panel near the base of the winch unit. The switch on the right controls whether the winch is
being extended or retracted. The switch on the left toggles between remote control and manual control (via the chipper body).
Note: You may only operate the winch while the feed roller is in the neutral position.
To disengage the winch, pull the T-handle up and twist to a horizontal position. When the winch is disengaged, the rope may be
freely pulled from the drum (free spool).
Hour meter (hours
and minutes)
Engine speed
(RPM, revolutions
per minute)
Winch
remote
Retract
winch
Remote
operation
mode
Manual
operation
mode
Extend
winch
Pull up and twist
Winch handle in
engaged position
Winch handle in
disengaged (free
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Emergency stop
The C65 has two emergency stops on the top of the inlet chute. The emergency stops act as an immediate kill switch to the engine.
It does not immediately stop the rotor from spinning. The rotor will continue to spin for some time due to its rotational inertia. The
feed roller, however, will stop almost immediately. To engage the emergency stop, push the red button. To disengage the
emergency stop, twist the red button clockwise until it releases outwards.
Use it when foreign matter such as sand, stones or metal enter the inlet chute
Use it in response to an immediate hazard/danger to an operator or onlooker
After the rotor comes to a halt, follow the normal shutdown procedure in addition to
using the emergency stop
Inspect the machine before resetting the emergency stop
Under normal conditions, do NOT use the emergency stop in place of the regular
shutdown procedure
Bottom bump bar (optional machine feature)
The C65 may be fitted with a bottom bump bar which acts as an extra safety feature in addition
to the emergency stops. Pushing the bump bar in immediately stops the movement of the feed
roller. After activating the bump bar, the movement of the feed roller may be reset by setting
the feed roller control bar to neutral, then back to feeding. The bump bar is designed to be
activated by pushing against it with your hand, knee, foot or other body part in the event in
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Starting procedure
Before starting the machine, operators must read the section “Chipping Safety” in this manual and follow all instructions.
Ensure the rotor is disengaged by winding the
engagement handle in the anti-clockwise direction
until the handle comes to a stop (located next to the
control panel).
Additionally, ensure the throttle control is set to idle.
Insert the key into the ignition and turn clockwise to
the “on” position (first click). Wait a few seconds for
the electronic controller to start up, then turn the key
clockwise (second click) to crank the engine until it
starts. Allow the engine to warm up for 1-2 minutes.
Note: If the engine fails to start on the first attempt,
the key must be turned back to the off position before
attempting to start again.
At this point you can use the track control remote to
move the machine (follow the procedure outlined in
the “rubber track drive” section of this manual).
Once the machine is in position for chipping, ensure the
track control remote is disconnected (the feed roller will
not operate until the remote is disconnected).
Increase the throttle up to the first notch on the throttle
control gate. Gradually and slowly engage the rotor by
winding the engagement handle in the clockwise
direction until it comes to a stop. This should be done
slowly to allow enough time for the cutting rotor to pick
up speed without stalling the engine.
Increase throttle to maximum for chipping (move the
throttle lever to the highest position).
Note: Engine must run at full throttle for the automatic
feed control system to operate correctly.
1
Throttle
control
(idle)
2
3
First notch
for
engagement
4
Throttle
control
(max)

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Shutdown procedure
To shut the machine down, move the throttle control
lever to the idle position (lowest position).
Once the engine has been given time to slow down to
idle speed (about 10-15 seconds), disengage the rotor by
winding the engagement handle in the anti-clockwise
direction until the handle comes to a stop.
WARNING! Only engage and disengage the rotor at
idle speed otherwise excessive vibration and belt friction
may cause damage.
Allow the engine to cool down by running at idle for at
least 1 –2 minutes before shutting down. Turn the
ignition key anti-clockwise into the off position to shut
the chipper down.
WARNING! The heavy rotor will continue to turn for
some time after the engine has been shut down. Do not
open the rotor housing cover until the engine and cutting
disk have completely stopped and the rotor is
disengaged.
Turn the key of the track control remote anticlockwise to
turn the remote off. The remote battery will drain if the
remote is left on. (Refer the instructions outlined in the
“rubber track drive” section of this manual for more
info).
1
Throttle
control
(idle)
2
3
4

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Rubber track drive
The C65RX rubber track drive is operated by a fully proportional control remote. The remote has two joysticks, one on the left and
one on the right that control the left and right tracks respectively. With the engine throttle set to half-way, familiarise yourself with
the sensitivity of the tracks by moving the joysticks slowly to begin with. Once you are confident at slower speeds, the engine
throttle can be increased to increase the track speed.
The track control remote has a speed toggle switch with two settings: “full speed” (hare symbol) and “reduced speed” (tortoise
symbol). It is recommended to keep the speed setting at reduced speed until the operator becomes familiar with the controls. The
speed setting should always be set to reduced speed when making precise manoeuvres and when loading on and off trailers.
Manual mode
In the case that the remote-control system cannot be operated, such as a flat remote battery, the machine can be switched to
‘manual mode’ by flicking the switch inside the receiver cabinet to “on”. While the machine is in manual mode, the tracks can be
operated via the levers inside the valve cabinet (on the opposite side of the machine to the electrical cabinet).
Manual mode
switch
Right track
control
Left track
control
Track mode
control
Emergency
stop

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Track control remote pairing/unpairing procedure
Start the chipper as per the usual start-up procedure.
Ensure that the cutting rotor is disengaged. The throttle
should be set to at least half-way
Turn the remote on by turning the remote’s key
clockwise to position “1”.
To pair the remote to the receiver, press and hold
the green start button on the remote for a few
seconds until the green LED light on the remote
flashes slowly. The blue status LED light on the
receiver (located inside the electrical cabinet) will
flash quickly indicating that it is paired to the
remote.
Drive the C65RX to the desired position using the left and right track controls on the remote.
For safety reasons, the feed roller is disabled
while the tracks are active. To reactivate the feed
roller, the remote must be disconnected from the
machine.
To disconnect the remote without causing the
safety system to shut the engine down, the
operator can "acknowledge and allow" the
remote to be safely disconnected by holding
down the left button on the display screen while
switching off the remote: turning the remote key
to “0” position.
1
Set throttle
to at least
half-way
2
Electrical
cabinet
Power LED
(green)
Status LED
(blue)
3
4
Hold button while
disconnecting remote
Start button
(connects the
remote to the
chipper’s
receiver)
Remote key
(on/off switch for the remote)

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Troubleshooting
The chipper won’t start
•The engine oil level might be too low
The chipper is fitted with oil alert and will not start if the oil level is too low
Check the oil level and top up if required
•The chipper is placed on a slope
The chipper is fitted with oil alert and will not start if the oil is not level
Move the chipper to level ground
•The emergency stop is engaged
Ensure both emergency stops are disengaged by twisting the red buttons clockwise before starting the
chipper
Belt drive engagement will not work
•The housing might be blocked
Turn engine off, ensure rotor has completely stopped, remove debris, restart engine, then attempt to
re-engage the belt drive
Drive belts squealing/smoking
•Drive belts are loose/damaged
Turn the engine off, ensure rotor has completely stopped. Follow the belt tensioning procedure
Discharge slows down
•The chipper is clogged up
Turn the engine off, ensure rotor has completely stopped, remove debris, then close and lock the outlet
chute
Outlet chute is blocked
Outlet is pasted with wet/leafy material
Feed hard, dry material in with softer material
Turn the engine off and ensure rotor has completely stopped. Open the outlet chute and clear blockage
The material is ejected in long strips
•The knives and/or anvil might be blunt
Turn the engine off and ensure rotor has completely stopped. Inspect and sharpen or replace knives
and/or anvil as required. Ensure correct clearances between knives and anvil
The chipper starts making unusual noise, the cutting rotor strikes a foreign object, or the chipper starts to vibrate
Turn the engine off, ensure rotor has completely stopped, then inspect for damage
Replace or repair any damaged parts
Check for and tighten any loose parts
Do NOT attempt to repair the chipper unless you are competent to do so
The chipper stalls when material is being fed
Auto-feed control is not working
Check the Autotrip setting is not set to “OFF”
If auto-feed system is not working, contact Hansa
The feed roller is not turning
Engine is not running at full throttle
Increase the engine throttle to max RPM
WARNING! Do NOT open the housing unless the engine and cutting rotor have completely stopped.