McConnel ROBO-CHIPPER ROBOCUT Application guide

McCONNEL
ROBO-CHIPPER
ROBOCUT ACCESSORY
Operation & Parts Manual
Publication 891
December 2017
Part No. 23671.91

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IMPORTANT
VERIFICATION OF WARRANTY REGISTRATION
DEALER WARRANTY INFORMATION & REGISTRATION VERIFICATION
It is imperative that the selling dealer registers this machine with McConnel Limited before
delivery to the end user – failure to do so may affect the validity of the machine warranty.
To register machines go to the McConnel Limited web site at www.mcconnel.com, log
onto ‘Dealer Inside’ and select the ‘Machine Registration button’which can be found in
the Service Section of the site. Confirm to the customer that the machine has been
registered in the section below.
Should you experience any problems registering a machine in this manner please contact
the McConnel Service Department on 01584 875848.
Registration Verification
Dealer Name: ……………………..…………………………………………………………….
Dealer Address: …….………………………………………………………………………….
Customer Name: ……………………..…………………………………………………………
Date of Warranty Registration: ……/……/...…… Dealer Signature: ………………..……
NOTE TO CUSTOMER / OWNER
Please ensure that the above section above has been completed and signed by the selling
dealer to verify that your machine has been registered with McConnel Limited.
IMPORTANT: During the initial ‘bedding in’ period of a new machine it is the customer’s responsibility
to regularly inspect all nuts, bolts and hose connections for tightness and re-tighten if required. New
hydraulic connections occasionally weep small amounts of oil as the seals and joints settle in – where
this occurs it can be cured by re-tightening the connection – refer to torque settings chart below. The
tasks stated above should be performed on an hourly basis during the first day of work and at least
daily thereafter as part of the machines general maintenance procedure.
CAUTION: DO NOT OVER TORQUE HYDRAULIC FITTINGS AND HOSES
TORQUE SETTINGS FOR HYDRAULIC FITTINGS
HYDRAULIC HOSE ENDS PORT ADAPTORS WITH BONDED SEALS
BSP Setting Metric
BSP Setting Metric
1/4” 18 Nm 19 mm 1/4” 34 Nm 19 mm
3/8” 31 Nm 22 mm 3/8” 47 Nm 22 mm
1/2” 49 Nm 27 mm 1/2” 102 Nm 27 mm
5/8” 60 Nm 30 mm 5/8” 122 Nm 30 mm
3/4” 80 Nm 32 mm 3/4” 149 Nm 32 mm
1” 125 Nm 41 mm 1” 203 Nm 41 mm
1.1/4” 190 Nm 50 mm 1.1/4” 305 Nm 50 mm
1.1/2” 250 Nm 55 mm 1.1/2” 305 Nm 55 mm
2” 420 Nm 70 mm 2” 400 Nm 70 mm

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WARRANTY POLICY
WARRANTY REGISTRATION
All machines must be registered, by the selling dealer with McConnel Ltd, before delivery to the end user.
On receipt of the goods it is the buyer’s responsibility to check that the Verification of Warranty
Registration in the Operator’s Manual has been completed by the selling dealer.
1. LIMITED WARRANTIES
1.01. All mounted machines supplied by McConnel Ltd are warranted to be free from defects in material
and workmanship from the date of sale to the original purchaser for a period of 12 months, unless a
different period is specified.
All Self Propelled Machines supplied by McConnel Ltd are warranted to be free from defects in
material and workmanship from the date of sale to the original purchaser for a period of 12 months
or 1500 hours. Engine warranty will be specific to the Manufacturer of that unit.
1.02. All spare parts supplied by McConnel Ltd and purchased by the end user are warranted to be free from
defects in material and workmanship from the date of sale to the original purchaser for a period of 6
months. All parts warranty claims must be supported by a copy of the failed part invoice to the end
user. We cannot consider claims for which sales invoices are not available.
1.03. The warranty offered by McConnel Ltd is limited to the making good by repair or replacement for the
purchaser any part or parts found, upon examination at its factory, to be defective under normal use
and service due to defects in material or workmanship. Returned parts must be complete and
unexamined. Pack the component(s) carefully so that any transit damage is avoided. All ports on
hydraulic items should be drained of oil and securely plugged to prevent seepage and foreign body
ingress. Certain other components, electrical items for example, may require particular care when
packing to avoid damage in transit.
1.04. This warranty does not extend to any product from which McConnel Ltd’s serial number plate has
been removed or altered.
1.05. The warranty policy is valid for machines registered in line with the terms and conditions detailed and
on the basis that the machines do not extend a period of 24 months or greater since their original
purchase date, that is the original invoice date from McConnel Limited.
Machines that are held in stock for more than 24 months cannot be registered for warranty.
1.06. This warranty does not apply to any part of the goods, which has been subjected to improper or
abnormal use, negligence, alteration, modification, fitment of non-genuine parts, accident damage,
or damage resulting from contact with overhead power lines, damage caused by foreign objects (e.g.
stones, iron, material other than vegetation), failure due to lack of maintenance, use of incorrect oil or
lubricants, contamination of the oil, or which has served its normal life. This warranty does not apply
to any expendable items such as blades, belts, clutch linings, filter elements, flails, flap kits, skids, soil
engaging parts, shields, guards, wear pads, pneumatic tyres or tracks.
1.07. Temporary repairs and consequential loss - i.e. oil, downtime and associated parts are specifically
excluded from the warranty.
1.08. Warranty on hoses is limited to 12 months and does not include hoses which have suffered external
damage. Only complete hoses may be returned under warranty, any which have been cut or repaired
will be rejected.
1.09. Machines must be repaired immediately a problem arises. Continued use of the machine after a
problem has occurred can result in further component failures, for which McConnel Ltd cannot be held
liable, and may have safety implications.
1.10. If in exceptional circumstances a non McConnel Ltd part is used to effect a repair, warranty
reimbursement will be at no more than McConnel Ltd’s standard dealer cost for the genuine part.

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1.11. Except as provided herein, no employee, agent, dealer or other person is authorised to give any
warranties of any nature on behalf of McConnel Ltd.
1.12. For machine warranty periods in excess of 12 months the following additional exclusions shall apply:
1.12.1. Hoses, exposed pipes and hydraulic tank breathers.
1.12.2. Filters.
1.12.3. Rubber mountings.
1.12.4. External electric wiring.
1.12.5. Bearings and seals
1.12.6. External Cables, Linkages
1.12.7. Loose/Corroded Connections, Light Units, LED’s
1.12.8. Comfort items such as Operator Seat, Ventilation, Audio Equipment
1.13. All service work, particularly filter changes, must be carried out in accordance with the manufacturer’s
service schedule. Failure to comply will invalidate the warranty. In the event of a claim, proof of the
service work being carried out may be required.
1.14. Repeat or additional repairs resulting from incorrect diagnosis or poor quality previous repair work
are excluded from warranty.
NB Warranty cover will be invalid if any non-genuine parts have been fitted or used. Use of non-genuine
parts may seriously affect the machine’s performance and safety. McConnel Ltd cannot be held
responsible for any failures or safety implications that arise due to the use of non-genuine parts.
2. REMEDIES AND PROCEDURES
2.01. The warranty is not effective unless the Selling Dealer registers the machine, via the McConnel web
site and confirms the registration to the purchaser by completing the confirmation form in the
operator’s manual.
2.02. Any fault must be reported to an authorised McConnel Ltd dealer as soon as it occurs. Continued use
of a machine, after a fault has occurred, can result in further component failure for which McConnel
Ltd cannot be held liable.
2.03. Repairs should be undertaken within two days of the failure. Claims submitted for repairs undertaken
more than 2 weeks after a failure has occurred, or 2 days after the parts were supplied will be
rejected, unless the delay has been authorised by McConnel Ltd. Please note that failure by the
customer to release the machine for repair will not be accepted as a reason for delay in repair or
submitting warranty claims.
2.04. All claims must be submitted, by an authorised McConnel Ltd Service Dealer, within 30 days of the
date of repair.
2.05. Following examination of the claim and parts, McConnel Ltd will pay, at their discretion, for any valid
claim the invoiced cost of any parts supplied by McConnel Ltd and appropriate labour and mileage
allowances if applicable.
2.06. The submission of a claim is not a guarantee of payment.
2.07. Any decision reached by McConnel Ltd. is final.
3. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
3.01. McConnel Ltd disclaims any express (except as set forth herein) and implied warranties with respect to
the goods including, but not limited to, merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose.
3.02. McConnel Ltd makes no warranty as to the design, capability, capacity or suitability for use of the
goods.
3.03. Except as provided herein, McConnel Ltd shall have no liability or responsibility to the purchaser or
any other person or entity with respect to any liability, loss, or damage caused or alleged to be caused
directly or indirectly by the goods including, but not limited to, any indirect, special, consequential, or
incidental damages resulting from the use or operation of the goods or any breach of this warranty.
Notwithstanding the above limitations and warranties, the manufacturer’s liability hereunder for
damages incurred by the purchaser or others shall not exceed the price of the goods.
3.04. No action arising out of any claimed breach of this warranty or transactions under this warranty may
be brought more than one (1) year after the cause of the action has occurred.

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4. MISCELLANEOUS
4.01. McConnel Ltd may waive compliance with any of the terms of this limited warranty, but no waiver of
any terms shall be deemed to be a waiver of any other term.
4.02. If any provision of this limited warranty shall violate any applicable law and is held to be
unenforceable, then the invalidity of such provision shall not invalidate any other provisions herein.
4.03. Applicable law may provide rights and benefits to the purchaser in addition to those provided herein.
McConnel Limited

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DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
Conforming to EU Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC
We,
McCONNEL LIMITED, Temeside Works, Ludlow, Shropshire SY8 1JL, UK
Hereby declare that:
The Product; Plant Waste Shredding Machine (Robocut Attachment)
Product Code; RMOW
Serial No. & Date ………………………………… Type …………………………
Manufactured in; Italy
Complies with the required provisions of the Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC
The machinery directive is supported by the following harmonized standards;
■BS EN ISO 12100 (2010) Safety of machinery –General principles for design –Risk
assessment and risk reduction.
■BS EN 349 (1993) + A1 (2008) Safety of machinery - Minimum distances to avoid the
entrapment with human body parts.
■BS EN ISO 14120 (2015) Safety of machinery - Guards general requirements for the
design and construction of fixed and movable guards.
■BS EN 4413 (2010) Hydraulic fluid power. Safety requirements for systems and their
components.
McCONNEL LIMITED operates an ISO 9001:2008 quality management system,
certificate number: FM25970.
This system is continually assessed by the;
British Standards Institution (BSI), Beech House, Milton Keynes, MK14 6ES, UK
BSI is accredited by UK Accreditation Service, accreditation number: UKAS 003.
The EC declaration only applies if the machine stated above is used in
accordance with the operating instructions.
Signed …………………................ Responsible Person
CHRISTIAN DAVIES on behalf of McCONNEL LIMITED
Status: General Manager Date: January 2018

For Safety and Performance…
ALWAYS READ THE BOOK FIRST
Operating, servicing and maintaining this equipment can
expose you to chemicals including gasoline, diesel fuel,
lubricants, petroleum products, engine exhaust, carbon
monoxide, and phthalates, which are known to the State of
California to cause cancer and birth defects or other
reproductive harm. To minimize exposure, avoid breathing exhaust, do not idle the engine except as
necessary, service your vehicle in a well-ventilated area and wear gloves or wash your hands
frequently when servicing your vehicle. Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead
and lead compounds, chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer, birth defects or
other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov. This website,
operated by California's Office of Environmental Health Hazard Assessment, provides information
about these chemicals and how individuals may be exposed to them.
McCONNEL LIMITED
Temeside Works
Ludlow
Shropshire
England
Telephone: [phone]
www.mcconnel.com

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CONTENTS
1.1 – PRELIMINARY INFORMATION 1
1.2 – REQUIRED OPERATOR TRAINING 2
1.3 – INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE AND STORAGE 2
1.4 – INTRODUCTION 3
1.4.1 – Updates to the manual 3
1.4.2 – Copyright 4
1.4.3 – Warranties 4
1.4.4 – Liability 5
2.1 – GENERAL SAFETY RULES 6
2.1.1 – Fully understand the machine 7
2.1.2 – Wear safety clothing 7
2.1.3 – Instructions for carrying out inspections and maintenance 7
2.1.4 – Inspecting the machine 8
2.2 – GENERAL REQUIREMENTS 8
2.2.1 – Safety instructions 10
2.2.2 – Safety requirements for use on roads 10
2.2.3 – Operational safety 10
2.2.4 – Operator safety 10
2.2.5 – Machine safety 11
2.2.6 – Safety during shredding 11
2.3 – SAFETY DECALS 12
2.3.1 – Location of the safety decals 12
2.3.2 – Description of the safety decals 13
3.1 – MACHINE DESCRIPTION 15
3.2 – IDENTIFICATION OF THE MACHINE 15
3.2.1 – Machine plate 15
3.4 – PERMITTED USE 16
3.3 – MACHINE COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION 16
3.5 – TECHNICAL DATA 17
3.5.1 – Overall machine dimensions 17
3.6 – NOISE LEVEL 18
4.1 – HANDLING AND TRANSPORT 19
4.2 – ATTACHING THE EQUIPMENT TO THEROBOGREEN MACHINE 21
1. GENERAL INFORMATION
2. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
3. MACHINE CHARACTERISTICS
4. INSTALLATION AND HANDLING

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5.1 – PRELIMINARY CHECKS 22
5.2 – CHECKS TO BE PERFORMED ATTHE START OF EACHWORKING DAY 22
5.2.1 – General inspection for oil leaks 22
5.2.2 – Checking the safety devices 23
5.3 – STARTING THE MACHINE 24
5.3.1 – WORKING HOURS 24
5.3.2 – STARTING THE MACHINE 24
5.3.3 – USE 25
5.4 – CONTROL STATION - WORK AREA 26
5.5 – REMOTE CONTROLS 27
6.1 – ADJUSTING THE HEIGHT OFTHE HOPPER 28
7.1 – MACHINE BLOCKED 32
8.1 – DISMANTLING AND DECOMMISSIONING 34
9.1 – LUBRICATION POINTS 36
9.2 – PERIODIC MAINTENANCE 37
9.3 – CLEANING, INSPECTION ANDREPLACING PARTS 37
9.3.1 – CLEANING THE BIO-SHREDDER 38
9.3.2 – INSPECTION AND REPLACEMENT OR SHARPENINGOF BLADES 38
9.3.3 – CHECKING THE PLAY OF THE ROLLER ARM ANDREPLACING BUSHINGS 39
9.3.4 – CHECKING THE FLEXIBLE COUPLINGS 40
9.3.5 – CHECKING THE HEIGHT OF THEDRIVE ROLLER 40
9.4 – HYDRAULIC SYSTEM DIAGRAM 41
10. NOTES
5. USING THE MACHINE
6. ADJUSTMENTS
7. FAULT, CAUSE, SOLUTION
8. STORAGE
9. MAINTENANCE

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1. GENERAL INFORMATION
1.1 – PRELIMINARYINFORMATION
This manual is valid for ROBO-CHIPPER machines (WGC 4000962) from serial number:
READ THE BOOK FIRST
This manual should be used in conjunction with the operation manual for the Robocut machine.
Ensure all operators read and fully understand the manuals relating to all machinery being used.
Keep manuals in a safe accessible location where they can be referred to as and when needed.
McCONNEL LIMITED
Temeside Works
Ludlow
Shropshire SY8 1JL
England
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Web: www.mcconnel.com
AEB225T0813001

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1.2 – REQUIRED OPERATOR TRAINING
Reading this manual thoroughly:
• All machine operators and maintenance personnel must read this entire manual thoroughly and
carefully and follow the instructionsprovided.
• It is the duty of the employer to ensure that operators possess the skills required to operate the
machine and that they have read this manual fully.
1.3 – INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE AND STORAGE
The operating instructions in this manual relate to the operation of the ‘McConnel Robo-Chipper’.
This instruction manual must be read and used as follows:
• The instructions manual must be considered an integral part of the machine and must be read
carefully
• The instructions manual must be easily accessible to operators and maintenance technicians.
• Keep the manual for the entire lifetime of the machine.
• Ensure that any updates are incorporated within the manual.
• Give the manual to any other user or subsequent owner of the machine.
• Use the manual in such a way as not to damage it or itscontents.
• Do not remove, tear out or rewrite any part of the manual for anyreason.
• Keep the manual away from moisture and heat.
• In the event that the manual is lost or partially damaged or it is otherwise unreadable in part or all
of its content, a new copy should be requested from the manufacturer.
Pay maximum attention to the following symbols and their meanings; they are used to highlight
important information such as:
Refers to supplements or suggestions for correct use of the machine.
Refers to dangerous situations which can occur when using the machine,
that could cause serious injuries and/or property damage.
Refers to dangerous situations that may arise when using the machine,
which if not avoided, could cause serious injuries or death.
CAUTION
WARNING
DANGER

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1.4 – INTRODUCTION
The service standards outlined in this manual represent an integral part of the machine supply
contract.
These instructions are also addressed to operators already specifically trained to operate this kind
of machinery and contain all information necessary and essential for safe operation and correct/
optimal use of the machine.
Rushed and incomplete preparations lead to improvisation, the cause of many accidents.
Read the following suggestions carefully and put them into practice before starting work:
1) Familiarise yourself with all the operations that can be performed and work positions before
manoeuvring the machine.
2) The instructions manual must be available to the operator at alltimes.
3) Carefully schedule all work.
4) Have a detailed understanding of where and how the machine is going to be used: ground
bearing capacity, limitations to movement due to the presence of buildings, power lines etc.
5) Before starting work, make sure that the safety devices are working correctly and that there are
no doubts regarding their functionality. If they are not working correctly or you have doubts, do
not under any circumstances use the machine.
6) Pay careful attention to the warnings regarding specific hazards indicated in this manual.
7) Regular and thorough preventive maintenance will guarantee that the machine is always at its
highest possible level of operational safety. Never put off repairs that are necessary and ensure
they are carried out exclusively by qualified technicians and that only original spare parts are
used.
1.4.1 – Updates to the manual
The information, the descriptions and the illustrations contained in this manual reflect the state of
the art at the moment the machine was sold.
The manufacturer reserves the right to make modifications to its products at any time for technical
or commercial reasons. In the event that such modifications are made, the manufacturer has no
obligation (for safety reasons) to modify the other machines sold up to that point or send out
updates to the manual. Moreover, this publication shall not be considered lacking in any way. Any
supplements that the Manufacturer considers appropriate to supply at a later date must be kept
together with the manual and considered an integral part of it.

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1.4.2 – Copyright
The copyright of this manual belongs to the machine's manufacturer. This manual contains technical
texts, drawings and illustrations that must not be divulged or transmitted to third parties, in whole or
in part, without the written authorisation of the machine Manufacturer.
1.4.3 – Warranties
Materials supplied by McConnel are covered by a 12-month warranty, from the date of
commissioning as indicated on the delivery note.
McConnel shall repair or replace parts recognised as defective during the warranty period.
By replacing the defective part, McConnel shall consider itself absolved from any other expense
borne by the Dealer and the Dealer's Customer, for instance presumed damages, either present or
future, such as lost earnings, liquidated damages, etc.
Scheduled and extraordinary maintenance must be performed in accordance with the instructions
given in this manual. For all cases not included and for any type of support, be sure to contact
McConnel directly by registered letter or via fax, even in the event a telephone agreement has
already been made. McConnel shall not be liable for any delays or unperformed operations.
McConnel shall not be responsible for any damage or malfunctions due to technical operations
carried out on the machine by unauthorised personnel.

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1.4.4 – Liability
McConnel shall not be held liable for any incident involving personal injury or property damage
which may occur due to:
• the failure to comply with the instructions provided in this manual regarding the operation, use
and maintenance of the machine.
• abrupt movements or incorrect manoeuvres when operating or performing maintenance on the
machine.
• modifications made to the machine without the prior written authorisation from McConnel.
• events that fall outside the normal and correct use of themachine.
Using the machine as mentioned above can cause tipping hazards or
structural failure that could result in injuries or even death.
In any event, should the user ascribe any incident or accident to a machine defect, they must be
able to demonstrate that the consequent damage was a principal and direct consequence of such
a defect.
Any tampering with the machine or the use of non-original spare parts can be grounds for voiding
the warranty and put the operator's safety atrisk.
Always use original spare parts for repairs and maintenance. McConnel
shall not be held responsible for any damage which should occur due to
failure to follow the above requirements.
The machine is guaranteed according to the contractual agreements
specified at the time of sale.
The warranty shall nevertheless lapse whenever the regulations and/or
instructions laid out in this manual are not followed.
DANGER
WARNING

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2. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
2.1 – GENERAL SAFETY RULES
• Warning/information decals have been affixed to the machine for the
purpose of safety. For this reason, they must be replaced immediately if
they become damaged or otherwise are no longer legible.
• Operators must not be occasional users; they must be competent and
experienced in operating a machine of this type.
• Check the condition and operation of any part subject to wear on a
regular basis: (pins, valves, piping, etc.). When necessary, replace with
original components recommended by the manufacturer.
• Do not, for any reason, tamper with the hydraulic system and never
remove the seal from the valves, as this will void all warranties. Contact
anauthorisedrepairshopifthevalvesshouldrequireadjustment.
• Excessive heating of the hydraulic fluid can damage the seals in the
hydraulic circuit and lead to the deterioration of the fluid itself. Heating is
caused by the rolling oil by means of the pressure relief valve. Therefore,
avoid sustained operations that cause the oil to overheat.
• Check that the machine emergency stop button and the remote control
stop button are working correctly. WARNING: If the emergency stop
button or the stop button is damaged, the machine must not be started
or must be switched off immediately.
• The machine user is responsible for all property damage or personal
injuries caused by machine operation.
• It is strictly forbidden to carry out maintenance, cleaning, adjustments
or similar operations on any part of the machine or the interchangeable
equipment attached to it when the machine is running. Any form of
maintenance, cleaning or adjustments must always be performed with
the engine off and the starting key removed.
• It is forbidden to remove or modify the guards for moving parts or hot
surfaces of the machine, or on any equipment connected to it.
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2.1.1 – Fully understand the machine
The machine must be used exclusively by qualified personnel, who must be familiar with the location
and function of all controls, tools, indicators, indicator lights and the various safety plates.
2.1.2 – Wear safetyclothing
Wear tight-fitting clothing and use safety equipment
which meets applicable regulations.
During use, the machine may generate dust when
working with dry products (e.g. straw or on areas of bare
ground). In this case, the use of appropriate respiratory
protection, such as dust masks, isrecommended.
2.1.3 – Instructions for carrying out inspections and maintenance
Apply a sign to the machine reading “DO NOT START”.
Remove the keys from the ignition before performing any
checks or maintenance.
DANGER
DO NOT
START