Salsco 8625 Product manual

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
MODEL 8625 WOOD BRUSH/CHIPPER
COVER & TABLE OF CONTENTS……………………………...........…...…..Pages 1 – 2
STATEMENT OF FACT …………………………………..…..….…….….......…… Page 3
SPECIFICATIONS & FEATURES ……………………..……………….. ... ……….Page 4
MACHINE REGISTRATION ……………………………… …..…….......….…….Page 5
SAFETY & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ……………………... ….....…..….Pages 6 - 9
SERVICE & MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS …………..…...……....……….…Page 10
PARTS DIAGRAMS ……………………………………………….…...………Pages 11 - 15
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TORQUE CHARTS ……………………………………… ………………...………Page 16
WARRANTY POLICY AND PROCEDURE ..……………………. ……….…….....Page 17
COPY OF WARRANTY CLAIM FORM….……………………..………....………...Page 18
COPY OF DEALERY DELIVERY REPORT AND WARRANTY CARD………….Page 19
SERVICE SCHEDULE LOG ………………………………………………….……...Page 20
SALSCO, INC.
105 School House Road
Cheshire, CT 06410
800-872-5726, 203-271-1682
203-271-2596 (Fax)
www.salsco.com, [email protected]m

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STATEMENT OF FACT
You have just purchased the highest quality, most dependable, Chipper on the market
today. This unit has the ability to meet exact standards and perform for years with
minimum downtime. HOWEVER, it cannot read nor will it understand this manual no
matter how long you leave it on top of the machine.
It is your responsibility to read and understand this manual; it is also your
responsibility to be certain this information is passed along to anyone who is expected to
operate this equipment. Should you choose not to read, understand and pass along the
information provided you, please expect equipment failure and possible injuries to
persons around this equipment.
For the safety of the operator, it is imperative that this manual is carefully read and
understood.
Once you have read this manual, it is your responsibility to be sure that all new operators
read and understand this manual, especially all cautions stated.
As a manufacturer of equipment, we have a responsibility to design a safe piece of
equipment. NOTE: The important safeguards and instructions in this manual are not
meant to cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur. It must be
understood that common sense, caution, and care are factors, which cannot be built into
any product. These factors must be supplied by the person(s) caring for and operating
this equipment.
ONLY YOU CAN PREVENT ACCIDENTS!

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SPECIFICATIONS & FEATURES
The Salsco Model 8625 Chipper, like all Salsco products, is ruggedly built to withstand high
volume usage by the rental; commercial lawn care and tree care industries. Standard
equipment includes heavy-duty diamond plate fenders with safety light guards, stop,
directional and safety lights, large 26" diameter high-speed tires, lockable tool box, lockable
battery box, lockable gas and hydraulic fuel tanks. Orange polyester power coated paint
offers protection against ultra violet discoloration, outdoor weatherability and resists most
chemicals.
The trailer frame, constructed of 3" x 2" x 1/4" wall rectangular steel tube, continuous
welded for strength and gusseted where needed, provides years of towing ease. The 2,400
lb. Torflex Axle features an independent suspension, cushioned with rubber, providing a
smooth, quiet ride with no transfer of road shock from one wheel to the other.
Model 8625 has an in feed opening of 6" x 12" to eliminate most pruning of limbs. It will
handle Christmas trees, palm fronds, vines and leafy material with ease. There are two bed
knives, one horizontal and one vertical to prevent material such as fronds and vines from
wrapping around the feed roll. Our feed roll has alternating blades of teeth and cutter
blades; teeth for hard wood and cutter blades for softwood and it measure 7" in diameter by
12" long. Speed of the hydraulic feed is easily adjusted at the hydraulic pump and can be
controlled by the control bar positioned at the top of the chipper infeed chute to
forward/neutral/reverse. The chipper disc is 1" thick by 26" diameter and mounted on a
2" diameter steel shaft with six exhaust blades.
Safety is always our number one concern at Salsco. With the infeed pan down, the feed roll
is 61" from the edge of the pan. The operator would have to work very hard to get a leg or
arm caught in the feed roll. Also provided on each machine is a full set of safety decals.
Simple and safe operation, easy to maintain, and built to last!
Salsco, Model 8625, 6" x 12" Chipper!

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MACHINE REGISTRATION
MANUFACTURED BY: SALSCO, INC.
105 School House Rd., Cheshire, CT 06410
800-872-5726, 203-271-1682, 203-271-2596 (Fax)
[email protected]m www.salsco.com
THIS MANUAL COVERS MODEL (s): 8625, 25 HP Kohler, 6” x 12” Chipper
This company reserves the right to discontinue, add improvements to, or change the design of any
model or product at any time without obligation to improve existing machines, either by changing the
design or adding new parts.
It has been and will continue to be the policy of SALSCO to update existing machines at its own
discretion. Whenever possible, new designs will be made in such a way that they can be "Retro Fit" if
so desired.
Record in the space provided below the model and serial number of this unit. Please retain these
numbers for future reference.
No parts orders will be accepted WITHOUT MODEL NUMBERS OR PART NUMBERS. All
part numbers are listed in this manual.
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Serial Number Model Number
NOTE: Be sure to complete your warranty card. This will insure immediate processing of any
warranty claims.
READ AND UNDERSTAND THIS MANUAL
BEFORE STARTING THE MACHINE
1/06

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CAUTIONS
READ THOROUGHLY THE OPERATOR SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ON THE FOLLOWING
THREE PAGES, WHICH ARE THE AMERICAN NATIONAL STANDARD OF POWERED
SHREDDERS/GRINDERS, SAFETY SPECIFICATIONS PROVIDED BY ANSI AND THE
O.P.E.I.
THE FOLLOWING CAUTIONS ARE PROVIDED BY SALSCO AS A QUICK REFERENCE
ONLY AND ARE NOT MEANT TO REPLACE THE PRECAUTIONS ON THE FOLLOWING
PAGES.
1. ALWAYS use protective eyewear when machine is in operation.
2. ALWAYS use gloves and wear ear protection when machine is in operation.
3. NEVER put hands, legs or any part of your body into or near Chipper intake or discharge
openings.
4. NEVER run with guards removed.
5. ALWAYS allow machine to cool off, remove key and put engine in neutral before attempting
any maintenance or repair.
6. BE SURE machine has stopped completely, engine is off, key is removed and spark plug is
disconnected before attempting any service or maintenance.
7. NEVER stand in front of chipper infeed hopper. It is possible for a chip or piece of wood to be
thrown out.
8. BE SURE the machine is parked on a dry level surface before starting operation.
9. DO NOT operate with loose clothing or long unrestrained hair. Be sure vines and branches are
not wrapped around your body parts.
10. DO NOT operate on ice or any other slippery surface. Be sure area around machine is clear and
clean. You do not want to trip into the machine.
11. NEVER leave machine running unattended, especially around youngsters or persons not
instructed in the safe operation of this machine.
12. READ and understand federal guidelines provided with this manual.

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BRUSH CHIPPERS
ANSI Z133.1-2006
American National Standard for Arboricultural Operations
Safety Requirements

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BRUSH REMOVAL AND CHIPPING
ANSI Z133.1-2006
American National Standard for Arboricultural Operations
Safety Requirements

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
1. Be sure all guards are in place.
2. Check all chambers to be sure they are free and clear of debris.
3. Set direction of discharge chute.
4. Set feed handle in reverse position.
5. Check engine oil and fuel levels, as per engine manufacturer specifications.
6. Set engine throttle just above idle, and set choke.
7. Start engine and let idle for a few minutes to warm up. Open chipper feed tray at this
time.
HINTS
1. When operating machine, stand off to the side of the feed hopper when feeding wood into
the machine. NEVER STAND DIRECTLY IN FRONT OF THE HOPPER WHEN
FEEDING WOOD INTO THE MACHINE.
2. When using the chipper and you have a short piece of wood bouncing around and not
being grabbed by the feed roll, LEAVE IT! DO NOT TRY TO PUSH IT THROUGH
WITH ARMS OR LEGS! The next limb will push it through.
3. When through with the job let the engine run at full RPM, making sure all material is run
through the machine before shutting it down. This will prevent any injuries from flying
debris when the machine is started up at the next job.
WHILE PERFORMING MAINTENANCE OR REPAIR, ALWAYS REMOVE
KEY FROM ENGINE AND REMOVE SPARK PLUG WIRE

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SERVICE SCHEDULE
1. Engine - follow service maintenance schedule set forth by the manufacturer in the engine manual.
2. Grease all main bearings once a day. DO NOT OVER GREASE. Wipe extra grease off bearings.
3. Be sure to clean entire machine, especially around engine after using. Should it become necessary
to remove the exhaust chute, either to sharpen the blades or to clean out the machine, REMOVE
SPARK PLUG WIRES AND KEY FROM ENGINE. NEVER TURN ENGINE OVER WHILE
EXHAUST CHUTE IS REMOVED.
4. Sharpen/change chipper blades: REMOVE KEY FROM ENGINE. REMOVE SPARK PLUG
WIRE. Pull pin on impeller housing, open clamshell. Rotate until chip blades are in line with the
opening. DO NOT reach in and hold impeller with your hand, instead use a piece of 2" x 4" wood
to push impeller to desired position. Clean any debris from chip blade pockets to insure proper
seating when replacing blades. When you replace blades, be sure to use Locktite. We use Locktite,
Blue 242, removable at the factory. It is also advisable to discard bolts and use new ones. Sharpen
blades as you would sharpen a lawn mower blade, under angle edge only. Sharpen blades as evenly
as possible. CALL SALSCO ABOUT OUR SHARPENING SERVICE. 800-872-5726
5. Bed knife adjustment on hydraulic feed machines is .070, and should be checked every time blades
are installed or replaced. NOTE: Check distance from each blade.
HINT: It is strongly recommended to have a set of blades and screws on the shelf, to prevent
downtime while blades are being sharpened.
HINT: Blades need sharpening after approximately 8 - 15 hours of use.
6. Check belt for wear and or adjustment: Belt needs adjustment when belt is loose. Adjust belt as
follows: Remove key from engine and spark plug wire, remove inspection door and check belt
tension.
SERVICE SCHEDULE
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MONTHLY
CHECK WHEEL BEARINGS
CHECK LUG NUTS
CHECK LIGHTS
CHECK ENGINE OIL
CLEAN MACHINE
GREASE INFEED ROLL BEARING
GREASE DISC SHAFT BEARING
SHARPEN CHIPPER BLADES
CHECK & ADJUST BED KNIFE
CHECK TIRE AIR PRESSURE
CHECK ALL NUTS & BOLTS
CHECK ENGINE BELT TENSION
CHECK HYDRAULIC OIL
CHECK HYDRAULIC HOSES
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NEVER, UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES START THE ENGINE WHEN UNIT
IS OPEN OR AT ANY TIME DURING SERVICE OR ROUTINE
MAINTENANCE