Palax Roller User manual

SERIAL NUMBER _______________________
YEAR OF MANUFACTURE _______________________
Palax
Lahdentie 9
FI-61400 Ylistaro, FINLAND
Tel. [phone]
Fax. [phone]
www.palax.fi
User manual
Spare parts manual
Palax Roller

TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. Basic information and responsibilities.........................................................................................4
1.1. Introduction...........................................................................................................................4
1.2. EU declaration of conformity................................................................................................5
1.3. Purpose of use .......................................................................................................................6
1.4. Warning symbols...................................................................................................................6
1.5. Safety instructions.................................................................................................................6
1.6. Operator’s responsibilities.....................................................................................................7
1.7. Operating conditions .............................................................................................................7
1.8. Guarantee terms.....................................................................................................................7
2. Assembling the machine..............................................................................................................8
2.1. Roller with divider.................................................................................................................8
2.2. Roller with conveyor.............................................................................................................9
2.3. Log guides...............................................................................................................................10
3. Operating the Roller...................................................................................................................11
3.1. Hydraulic drive....................................................................................................................11
3.2. Electrical drive ....................................................................................................................11
3.3. Adjusting firewood throughput rate....................................................................................11
4. Maintenance procedures ...........................................................................................................13
5. Spare parts..................................................................................................................................14

1. Basic information and responsibilities
1.1.Introduction
This manual is intended for operators with the appropriate expertise. The operator is
required to have the general knowledge and skills needed in normal situations. For
example, a person purchasing a tractor-powered machine is expected to be able to
operate the tractor’s cardan shaft drive.
Study the manual thoroughly before installing the machine and beginning operation. In
addition, familiarise yourself with the controls and the emergency stop mechanism before
operating the machine. Additional information on our company’s products is available on
our website at www.palax.fi.
NOTE! Always keep this manual in the immediate vicinity of the machine.

1.2.EU declaration of conformity
Directive 2006/42/EC
Manufacturer: Ylistaron Terästakomo Oy
www.palax.fi Lahdentie 9
FI-61400 Ylistaro
Finland
[phone]
Person responsible
for the technical file:Kai Koskela, [email protected]i
Product: Firewood cleaner and extended conveyor,
Accessory for Palax firewood processors.
Drive: Electric motor / Hydraulic motor
Model markings: Palax Roller
Machine serial number:
We hereby declare that this machine meets the requirements concerning the safety of
machinery specified in Government Decree 12 June 2008/400, which was instituted to
bring into force Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC, and that the following harmonised
standards have been applied in the design of the machine:
SFS-EN 12100-1+A1, SFS-EN 12100-2
Ylistaron Terästakomo Oy
10 November 2016
Pekka Himanka
Managing Director

1.3.Purpose of use
The Roller and its conveyor are accessories for Palax firewood processors. Using the
machine for other purposes or attaching it to other machines is prohibited.
1.4.Warning symbols
Forklift lifting point
The conveyor’s danger zone extends 5
meters from the conveyor
Disconnect the
machine from its
power source before
conducting
maintenance
1.5.Safety instructions
General provisions and restrictions
 The machine is intended solely for cleaning firewood fed from an attached Palax
firewood processor or loaded by a loader.
 The firewood cleaner and conveyor’s danger zone extends 5 meters from the sides and
away from the conveyor.
 Do not remove any safety devices from the machine.
Operator
 Every machine operator must read the entire manual thoroughly.
 Always use eye protection and hearing protection.
 Always use safety footwear.
 Always use work gloves.
 Do not wear loose or hanging clothing.
Before use
 Set up the Roller and the conveyor in the operating position before turning on the
machine.
 Ensure that no unauthorised persons are in the working area.
 Operate the machine on a sufficiently solid and even surface.
 Operate the machine only in adequate lighting.
 Always check that all the guards and covers are undamaged and attached.
 Always check the condition of the power cables.
 Always check that the hydraulic hoses and components are undamaged.
 Ensure that the machine is standing firmly in place before starting operation.
During operation
 Keep the working area clear of unnecessary items.
 Always stop the machine and disconnect the supply cable before conducting

maintenance.
 Danger! Stay clear of moving parts.
1.6.Operator’s responsibilities
 The Roller may be used only for cleaning firewood as an accessory to a Palax firewood
processor or when loaded using a loader.
 All of the Roller’s safety devices are necessary for ensuring a sufficient level of
safety.
 The Roller’s operator is responsible for making sure that the safety devices are
undamaged and that the machine has been adequately serviced before commencing
operation.
 The operator is responsible for ensuring that the machine does not cause danger to
others.
 Altering the Roller’s structure is prohibited.
 Keep in mind that the operator is responsible for any accidents that may occur if safety
devices have been removed from the machine.
1.7.Operating conditions
 Always place the machine on a level surface.
 Operate the machine only in adequate lighting.
 The optimal operating temperature range is approximately -20...+30 degrees C. There
are no restrictions in regard to weather conditions.
 Make sure that there are no children or unauthorised persons in the working area.
1.8.Guarantee terms
The guarantee period is 12 months from the purchase date of the machine.
The guarantee covers
 Parts damaged in normal use due to faults in the material or workmanship.
 Reasonable repair expenses in accordance with the agreement between the seller or
buyer and the manufacturer.
 Faulty parts will be replaced with new ones.
The guarantee does not cover
 Damage resulting from normal wear and tear, improper use or neglecting maintenance.
 Defects in a product to which the buyer has carried out or commissioned changes to
the degree that the product can no longer be considered equivalent to the original
product.
 Other potential costs or financial obligations resulting from the procedures mentioned
above.
 Indirect costs and/or travel costs resulting from guarantee repairs.
 The guarantee for parts replaced during the guarantee period of the product expires at
the same time as the product’s guarantee.
 In guarantee matters, always contact the machine’s seller.

2. Assembling the machine
Figure 1.
 Use a forklift with long forks to lift the Roller from the bottom of the frame to the desired
operating height (Frame width 1,120 mm). Lock the legs into position using screws
inserted through the hollow sections (1.)
 The Roller’s angle (C) can be adjusted by adjusting the length of adjustment bar B.
Lock the angle setting using the screws (2.)
2.1. Roller with divider
 Attach the divider to the firewood cleaner using hex screws A and B, as shown in
Figure 2.
 Insert hex screws A (Figure 2.) through the same holes used to adjust the height of the
legs.

2.2. Roller with conveyor
Figure 4.
 Attach the conveyor to its support through hole (Figure 4.) A
 Attach the conveyor locking lever to its support from point (Figure 4.) B
Figure 5.
 Attach the wire loop to screw A (Figure 5.).
 Thread the wire through the conveyor and behind the rollers through pipe B (Figure 5.).
 Thread the wire through roller C (Figure 5.) to winch D (Figure 5.).

2.3. Log guides
Figure 6.
 Attach the lower log guide on top of the conveyor using three M10 hex screws (Figure
6.).
 Attach angle plates A to the frame using M10 hex screws.
 Attach side guides B and C to the angle plates. Make sure that the folded parts are
facing outwards.
 Attach fastening plate D to the top edges of the side guides.

3. Operating the Roller
3.1. Hydraulic drive
 Connect the hydraulic hoses so that the hydraulic flow direction is correct.
 Adjust the rotating speed using the hydraulics’ speed adjustment valve.
3.2. Electrical drive
 Make sure that the rotation direction of the screen and the output conveyor are correct.
 If necessary, reverse the rotation direction by inverting the phase from the phase
inverter located in the plug.
 Switch on the output conveyor and the screen before loading any wood into the Roller.
 Switch on the screen by turning the starter switch to the right and press the start
button.
 When Roller is stopped by pressing emergency stop or reversed it will start again by
pressing start button.
 If the screen stops due to a jammed piece of firewood, etc., you can reverse it by
turning the switch to the left. The switch cannot be locked in the reverse position.
 If the screen remains jammed for an extended period of time, the starter’s thermal relay
may trip. If this happens, turn the switch to the 0 position and reset the thermal relay by
pressing the R button.
 When loading with a front loader, it is crucial that the Roller is only loaded with small
amounts of firewood at a time. Loading the Roller with a large amount of firewood at
once will reduce screening efficiency and may clog up the output conveyor.
3.3. Adjusting firewood throughput rate
 The throughput rate of the firewood can be adjusted by adjusting the Roller’s angle.
(Figure 1.)
 In a hydraulic machine, the rotation speed of the screen and the output conveyor can
be adjusted by adjusting the speed adjustment valves next to the hydraulic motor.
There are separate valves for adjusting the screen and the conveyor.
 When loading with a front loader, it is crucial that the Roller is only loaded with small
amounts of firewood at a time. Loading the Roller with a large amount of firewood at

once will reduce screening efficiency and may clog up the output conveyor.

4. Maintenance procedures
Figure 6.
 Lubricate the collar step bearings of the roller shafts (1) approximately every 100
operating hours.
 Lubricate the roller chains (2) approximately every 100 operating hours.

5. Spare parts
Ordering instructions
1. Find the figure that includes the part you need.
2. Check the part number from the figure.
3. Use the figure number and part number to find the order number in the
parts list.
4. All orders must include the order number and the name of the part as
well as the serial number and year of manufacture of the machine.

Osa/
Part
Item
No:
Order
No: Nimitys Description Kpl/ Qty
1 Tasakiila Parallel key 1
2 K2604030 Holkki Bushing 1
3 L2601271 Vaihteen alusta Motor mount plate 1
4 K8722010 Väliakseli Adapter shaft 1
5 Vaihdemoottori Gear motor 1

Osa/
Part
Item
No:
Order
No: Nimitys Description Kpl/ Qty
1 8711000 Rulla Roller 15
2 8713000 Pääty Gable 1
3 K8710060 Ketjupyörä Sprocket 8
4 Rullaketju Chain 8
5 8714000 Ketjupyörä Sprocket
6 K8713030 Holkki Bushing 1
7 8712000 Kylki Side of the frame 4
8 Rullaketju Chain 8
9 UCFC207 Laippalaakeri Bearing unit 30
10 L8710040 Suoja Cover Plate 1
11 L8713011 Päätylevy Gable 1

Osa/
Part
Item
No:
Order
No: Nimitys Description Kpl/ Qty
1 8717000 Akseli Shaft 1
2 8716000 Nostokehikko Adjustment frame 1
3 K8710030 Putkipalkki Square tube 2
4 L8710020 Roskapelti chip guide 2
5 8718000 Akseli Shaft 1
6 8715000 Runko Frame 1
7 8719000 Jalka Leg 4