SAelen TS GS/COUGAR18P User manual

TECHNICAL MANUAL

INTRODUCTION__________________________________________
SERIAL NUMBER LOCATION ____________________________________________
Warranty________________________________________________________________
SAFETY__________________________________________________
GENERAL SAFETY ______________________________________________________
SAFETY IN USE __________________________________________________________
MAINTENANCE SAFETY _________________________________________________
TRANSPORT SAFETY ____________________________________________________
GENERAL DESCRIPTION AND FUNCTIONS_________________
OPERATING PROCEDURES ________________________________
INSPECTION PRIOR TO SWITCHING ON __________________________________
SWITCHING ON _________________________________________________________
SWITCHING OFF ________________________________________________________
MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING__________________________
LUBRICANTS and FUELS _________________________________________________
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ______________________________________________
LUBRICATION POINTS __________________________________________________
OIL LEVELS _____________________________________________________________
PRESSURE OF THE FEED DRUM ON THE MATERIAL ______________________
CONTROL BLADES AND HAMMER INSERTS_______________________________
DISASSEMBLY FOR THE CHANGING OF BLADES
AND HAMMER PELLETS________________________________________________
DISASSEMBLY FOR THE INSPECTION OF THE COUNTER-BLADE __________
ADJUSTMENT OF THE ROTOR BELTS ___________________________________
DESCRIPTION AND HANDLING ____________________________
DESCRIPTION OF THE ENGINE AND CONTROL PANEL ___________________
ANTI-JAMMING SYSTEM 'VarioStress'_____________________________________
THE RESERVOIRS_______________________________________________________
EMERGENCY STOP BUTTONS ____________________________________________
TROUBLESHOOTING _____________________________________
SPECIFICATIONS_________________________________________
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INPI PATENT _________________________________________ 6

ELECTRIC CIRCUIT _______________________________________
HYDRAULICS DIAGRAM ________________________________
HYDRAULIC HOSES IDENTIFICATION ___________________
SAELEN DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY ________
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TABLE OF CONTENTS

PATENT FOR INVENTION
Intellectual property law-Books VI
GRANTING DECISION
The General Manager of the National Institute of industrial property has decided
that invention patent # ##-##### the text of which is appended shall be delivered to:
SAELEN S.N.S. Company - FR
The delivery produces its effects for a period of twenty years starting on the date
of deposit of the application, under reserve of payment of the annual royalties.
Mention of the delivery is made in the Official Bulletin of industrial property ###/## of
##:##:## (publication # # ### ###).

We first of all wish to thank you for having chosen this equipment and for the trust you
have placed in us.
It is important to carefully read this manual in order to obtain maximum satisfaction from
the equipment.
Although the machine is of simple design and is easy to use, we advise you to carefully
read this notice before using it.
Although your multi-plant shredder is safe, efficient and simple to use, you should become
fully acquainted with the operating, maintenance and troubleshooting instructions
contained in this manual.
This user manual covers all the operating functions of the COUGAR shredder. Keep it
within reach for further reference. For additional information, technical data or additional
copies of this manual, please contact your dealer.
Safety instructions:
This equipment is only designed for the crushing and shredding of
plants.
Besides crushing and shredding plants, the equipment should only
be used by people over the age of 16.
The equipment should only be used by someone who is in good
physical condition with a degree of technical knowledge.
Maintenance work should be carried out by a qualified technician. All assembly, disas-
sembly and/or specific maintenance work should be carried out by an authorised distribu-
tor. Before working or carrying out maintenance on the equipment, always remove the ig-
nition key.
Operator orientation: The directions left, right, forward and backward are given in
this manual as seen by the operator at his work station, facing the feed hopper.
INTRODUCTION
L
Left R Right
F Front
B Behind

Safety instructions:
This equipment is only designed for the shredding of wood and plants.
The COUGAR machine cannot be used for any other purpose
than the shredding of wood and plants.
The equipment should only be used by people over the age of 16.
This machine should only be used by someone who is in good physical condition with a
degree of technical knowledge.
Maintenance and repair work should be carried out by a qualified technician. All assembly,
disassembly and/or specific maintenance work should be carried out by an authorised
distributor.
Before working or carrying out maintenance on the equipment, always remove the ignition
key.
When carrying out maintenance on the equipment, carefully follow the instructions.
Eliminate pieces of metal, plastic, rubber and any other material that may be mixed in with
the waste.
Always wear protective goggles, work gloves and ear protection;
The machine must under no circumstances be used to transport equipment, material or
people.
The machine cannot be used to push or pull anything.
Battery acid is very corrosive. Avoid all contact with eyes, skin and clothing. Rinse any
splashes immediately with water and consult a doctor as necessary.
Always disconnect the cable connected to the + battery terminal before touching the electric
circuit
Always keep the battery out of the reach of children.
Carry out all maintenance on the equipment in a well-lit area.
Follow the safety standards given in the user and maintenance manual for the engine.
Keep children away from the machine whilst it is in operation or when carrying out
maintenance work on it. Do not work in a confined space. Do not run the engine in an
unventilated area (risk of CO²poisoning).
INTRODUCTION

When ordering replacement parts or requesting technical information, always have the serial
number of your COUGAR shredder ready.
The manufacturer’s plate is on the front left of the chassis.
Serial number
The serial number is located as indicated
in the photo.
It is always a five figure number and is
sometimes followed by a letter.
LOCATION OF THE
SERIAL NUMBER

WARRANTY
SAELEN guarantees the parts of its shredders against any defect that could affect their
correct functioning. The guarantee applies in all cases where the damage is not the result of
improper use, misuse or negligence, accident, act of God or any other circumstance beyond
the control of SAELEN. This guarantee covers a period of one year starting on the date of
delivery to the customer and is limited to the replacement of defective parts and/or of labour.
CLAIMS
A claim in due form shall be presented to SAELEN by the original purchaser, for inspection
by an authorized representative of the company.
LIMITED LIABILITY
The present guarantee replaces all other express and implicit guarantees as well as all
presumed obligations and liabilities. We do not accept or authorise a third party to endorse a
liability concerning the sale of a plant shredder.
This guarantee does not apply to any shredder that has been modified outside of our
workshops and that, according to SAELEN standards, would be affected in terms of its
operation, safety and service life.
This guarantee does not cover parts and accessories that are already under the guarantee of
their manufacturer and the servicing of which is covered by the latter’s administration.
Service items such as lubricants, belts, paint and similar are not subject to guarantee.
USER MANUAL
The purchaser acknowledges having received instructions concerning the correct operation
of the shredder and also acknowledges that SAELEN does not assume any responsibility
resulting from the use of this product other than that described in the user manual supplied at
the time of purchase.
DO NOT FORGET TO REGISTER YOUR
WARRANTY OTHERWISE IT WILLBECOME INVALID.
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