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IMPORTAN SAFETY INFORMATION
Your Safety
YOU are responsible for the SAFE operation and maintenance of your TMG 3 Point Hitch Wood Chipper.
YOU must ensure that you and anyone else who is going to use, maintain or work around the 3 Point Hitch
Wood Chipper be familiar with the using and maintenance procedures and related SAFETY information
contained in this manual. This manual will take you step-by-step through your working day and alerts you to
all good safety practices that should be used while using the 3 Point Hitch Wood Chipper.
Remember, YOU are the key to safety. Good safety practices not only protect you but also the people
around you. Make these practices a working part of your safety program. Be certain that EVERYONE using
this equipment is familiar with the recommended using and maintenance procedures and follows all the
safety precautions. Most accidents can be prevented. Do not risk injury or death by ignoring good safety
practices.
•3 Point Hitch Wood Chipper owners must give operating instructions to operators or employees before
allowing them to operate the machine, and at least annually thereafter.
•The most important safety device on this equipment is a SAFE operator. It is the operator’s responsibility to
read and understand ALL Safety and Operating instructions in the manual and to follow these. Most
accidents can be avoided.
•A person who has not read and understood all using and safety instructions is not qualified to use the
machine. An untrained operator exposes himself and bystanders to possible serious injury or death.
•Do not modify the equipment in any way. Unauthorized modification may impair the function and/or safety
and could affect the life of the equipment.
•Think SAFETY! Work SAFELY!

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IMPORTAN SAFETY INFORMATION
General Safety
1. Read and understand the Operator’s Manual and all
safety signs before using, maintaining, adjusting or cleaning
the 3 Point HitchWood Chipper.
2. Have a first-aid kit available for use should the need arise
and know how to use it.
3. Have a fire extinguisher available for use should the
need arise and know how to use it.
4. Do not allow riders.
5. Wear appropriate protective gear. This list includes but is
not limited to:
-A hard hat
-Protective shoes with slip resistant soles
-Protective glasses, goggles, or face shield
-Heavy gloves
-Wet weather gear
-Hearing Protection
-Respirator or filter mask
6. Install and secure all guards before starting.
7. Wear suitable ear protection for prolonged exposure to excessive noise.
8. Turn machine off, stop and disable engine, remove ignition key and place in your pocket, set park brake
and wait for all moving parts to stop before servicing, adjusting, repairing, or unplugging.
9. Clear the area of people, especially small children, before using the unit.
10. Review safety related items annually with all personnel who will operating or maintaining the 3 Point
Hitch Wood Chipper.

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IMPORTAN SAFETY INFORMATION
Equipment Safety Guidelines
1. Safety of the operator and bystanders is one of the main concerns in designing and developing equipment.
However, every year many accidents occur which could have been avoided by a few seconds of thought and
a more careful approach to handling equipment. You, the operator, can avoid many accidents by observing
the following precautions in this section. To avoid personal injury or death, study the following precautions
and insist those working with you, or for you to follow them.
2. In order to provide a better view, certain photographs or illustrations in this manual may show an assembly
with a safety shield removed. However, equipment should never be used in this condition. Keep all shields in
place. If shield removal becomes necessary for repairs, replace the shield prior to use.
3. Replace any safety sign or instruction sign that is not readable or is missing. Location of such safety signs is
indicated in this manual.
4. Never use alcoholic beverages or drugs which can hinder alertness or coordination while using this
equipment. Consult your doctor about using this machine while taking prescription medications.
5. Under no circumstances should young children be allowed to work with this equipment. Do not allow persons
to use or assemble this unit until they have read this manual and have developed a thorough understanding
of the safety precautions and of how it works. Review the safety instructions with all users annually.
6. This equipment is dangerous to children and persons unfamiliar with its operation. The operator should be a
responsible, properly trained and physically able person familiar with machinery and trained in this
equipment's operations. If the elderly are assisting with work, their physical limitations need to be recognized
and accommodated.
7. Never exceed the limits of a piece of machinery.
If its ability to do a job, or to do so safely, is in question - DON'T TRY IT.
8. Do not modify the equipment in any way. Unauthorized modification may result in serious injury or death and
may impair the function and life of the equipment.
9. In addition to the design and configuration of this implement, including Safety Signs and Safety Equipment,
hazard control and accident prevention are dependent upon the awareness, concern, prudence, and proper
training of personnel involved in the operation, transport, maintenance, and storage of the machine. Refer
also to Safety Messages and operation instruction in each of the appropriate sections of the tractor and
machine manuals. Pay close attention to the Safety Signs affixed to the tractor and the machine.

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IMPORTAN SAFETY INFORMATION
Safety Training
1. Safety is a primary concern in the design and manufacture of our products. Unfortunately, our efforts to
provide safe equipment can be wiped out by a single careless act of an operator or bystander.
2. In addition to the design and configuration of equipment, hazard control and accident prevention are
dependent upon the awareness, concern, prudence, and proper training of personnel involved in the
operation, transport, maintenance, and storage of this equipment.
3. It has been said, "The best safety feature is an informed, careful operator." We ask you to be that kind of an
operator. It is the operator's responsibility to read and understand ALL Safety and Using instructions in the
manual and to follow these. Accidents can be avoided.
4. the machine. If this machine is used by any person other than yourself, or is loaned or rented, it is the
machine owner's responsibility to make certain that the operator, prior to using:
a. Reads and understands the operator's manuals.
b. Is instructed in safe and proper use.
5. Know your controls and how to stop the tractor and machine quickly in an emergency. Read this manual and
the one provided with tractor.
6. Train all new personnel and review instructions frequently with existing workers. Be certain only a properly
trained and physically able person will use the machinery. A person who has not read and understood all
using and safety instructions is not qualified to use the machine. An untrained operator exposes himself and
bystanders to possible serious injury or death. If the elderly are assisting with the work, their physical
limitations need to be recognized and accommodated.
Safety Signs
1. Always keep safety signs clean and legible.
2. Replace safety signs that are missing or have become illegible.
3. Replaced parts that displayed a safety sign should also display the current sign.
4. Safety signs displayed in Section 3 each have a part number in the lower righthand corner. Use this part
number when ordering replacement parts.
5. Safety signs are available from your authorized Distributor or Dealer Parts Department or the factory.

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IMPORTAN SAFETY INFORMATION
Preparation
1. Never use the machine until you have read and completely understand this manual, the tractor
Operator's Manual and each of the Safety Messages found on the safety signs on the tractor and
machine.
2. Personal protection equipment including hard hat, safety glasses, safety
shoes, and gloves are recommended during assembly, installation, operation,
adjustment, maintaining, repairing, removal, cleaning, or moving the unit. Do
not allow long hair, loose fitting clothing or jewelry to be around equipment.
3. PROLONGED EXPOSURE TO LOUD NOISE MAY CAUSE PERMANENT
HEARING LOSS!
Power equipment with or without equipment attached can often be noisy enough to cause permanent,
partial hearing loss. We recommend that you wear hearing protection on a full-time basis if the noise in
the Operator's position exceeds 80db. Noise over 85db on a long-term basis can cause severe hearing
loss. Noise over 90db adjacent to the Operator over a long-term basis may cause permanent, total
hearing loss. NOTE: Hearing loss from loud noise (from tractors, chain saws, radios, and other such
sources close to the ear) is cumulative over a lifetime without hope of natural recovery.
4. Clear working area of stones, branches or hidden obstacles that might be hooked or snagged, causing
injury or damage.
5. Use only in daylight or good artificial light.
6. Be sure machine is properly mounted, adjusted and in good operating condition.
7. Ensure that all safety shielding, and safety signs are properly installed and in good condition.

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IMPORTAN SAFETY INFORMATION
Maintenance Safety
1. Good maintenance is your responsibility. Poor maintenance is an invitation to trouble.
2. Follow good shop practices.
-Keep service area clean and dry.
-Be sure electrical outlets and tools are properly grounded.
-Use adequate light for the job at hand.
3. Make sure there is plenty of ventilation. Never operate the engine of the towing
vehicle in a closed building. The exhaust fumes may cause asphyxiation.
4. Before working on this machine, shut off the engine, set the brake, and turn fuel valve off.
5. Never work under equipment unless itis blocked securely.
6. Always use personal protection devices such as eye, hand and hearing protectors, when performing any
service or maintenance work. Use heavy or leather gloves when handling blades.
7. Where replacement parts are necessary for periodic maintenance and servicing, genuine factory
replacement parts must be used to restore your equipment to original specifications. The manufacturer
will not be responsible for injuries or damages caused by use of unapproved parts and/or accessories.
8. A fire extinguisher and first aid kit should be kept readily accessible while performing maintenance on this
equipment.
9. Periodically tighten all bolts, nuts and screws and check that all electrical and fuel connections are
properly secured to ensure unit is in a safe condition.
10. When completing a maintenance or service function, make sure all safety shields and devices are
installed before placing unit in service.

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IMPORTAN SAFETY INFORMATION
Operating Safety
1. Please remember it is important that you read and heed the safety signs on the 3 Point Hitch Wood Chipper.
Clean or replace all safety signs if they cannot be clearly read and understood. They are there for your
safety, as well as the safety of others. The safe use of this machine is strictly up to you, the operator.
2. All things with moving parts are potentially hazardous. There is no substitute for a cautious, safe-minded
operator who recognizes potential hazards and follows reasonable safety practices. The manufacturer has
designed this 3 Point Hitch Wood Chipper to be used with all its safety equipment properly attached, to
minimize the chance of accidents. Study this manual to make sure you have all safety equipment attached.
3. Close and secure rotor cover before operating.
4. Close and secure all guards, deflectors and shields before starting and operating.
5. Read and understand operator's manual before starting. Review safety instructions annually.
6. Personal protection equipment including hearing protection, hard hat, safety glasses, safety shoes, and
gloves are recommended during assembly, installation, operation, adjustment, maintaining, repairing,
removal, or moving. Do not allow long hair, loose-fitting clothing, or jewelry to be around moving parts.
7. Keep hydraulic lines and fittings tight, in good condition and free of leaks.
8. Never place any part of your body where it would be in danger if movement should occur during assembly,
installation, operation, maintenance, repairing, unplugging, or moving.
9. Turn machine off, stop engine, remove ignition key and place in your pocket, set park brake and wait for all
moving parts to stop before servicing, adjusting, repairing or unplugging.
10. Do not run machine inside a closed building to prevent asphyxiation from engine exhaust.
11. Use care when feeding material into chipper. Do not send metal, bottles, cans, rocks, glass or other foreign
material into wood chipper. If foreign material enters chipper, stop machine, turn engine off and place ignition
key in your pocket and wait for all moving parts to stop before removing material and/or unplugging. Inspect
machine for damaged or loose parts before resuming work.
12. Never use alcoholic beverages or drugs which can hinder alertness or coordination while operating this
equipment. Consult your doctor about operating this machine while taking prescription medications.
13. Do not allow riders on this machine at any time. There is no safe place for any riders.
14. Never allow children or unauthorized people to operate or be around this machine.
15. Keep the working area clean and free of debris to prevent tripping. Operate only on level ground.

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IMPORTAN SAFETY INFORMATION
 Do not reach into rotor or feed hopper openings when the engine is running. Install and secure access
covers before starting engine.
 Do not point discharge at people, animals, or buildings. Rotor can expel wood chips fast enough to cause
injury.
 Do not move or transport chipper when the rotor is turning.
 Do not exceed a safe travel speed when transporting.
 Transport Safety
1. Comply with state and local laws governing safety and transporting of machinery on public roads.
2. Check that all the lights, reflectors and other lighting requirements are installed and in good working
condition.
3. Do not exceed a safe travel speed. Slow down for rough terrain and cornering.
4. Fold up and secure feed hopper before moving or transporting.
5. Be sure the chipper is attached positively to the tractor with the lock pins fully engaged.
6. Do not drink and drive.
7. Be a safe and courteous driver. Always yield to oncoming traffic in all situations, including narrow bridges,
intersections, etc. Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing roadways.
8. Never allow riders on the machine.

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IMPORTAN SAFETY INFORMATION
Storage Safety
1. Store the unit in an area away from human activity.
2. Do not children to play on or around the stored machine.
3. Store the unit in a dry, level area. Support the frame with planks if required.
Operation Safety
•Read and understand operator's manual before starting. Review safety instructions annually.
•Turn machine off, stop engine, remove ignition key and place in your pocket, set park brake and wait for all
moving parts to stop before servicing, adjusting, repairing, or unplugging.
•Keep the working area clean and free of debris to prevent tripping. Operate only on level ground.
•Close and secure rotor cover before operating.
•Close and secure all guards, deflectors, and shields before starting and operating.
•Keep hydraulic lines and fittings tight, in good condition and free of leaks.
•Do not point discharge at people, animals or buildings. Rotor can expel wood chips fast enough to cause
injury.
•Do not allow children, animals, or unauthorized people into the working area.
•Do not run machine inside a closed building to prevent asphyxiation from engine exhaust.
•Use care when feeding material into chipper. Do not send metal, bottles, cans, rocks, glass or other foreign
material into wood chipper. If foreign material enters chipper, stop machine, turn engine off and place
ignition key in your pocket and wait for all moving parts to stop before removing material and/or unplugging.
Inspect machine for damaged or loose parts before resuming work.
•Always wear P.P.E. (Personal Protective Equipment) such as safety goggles and heavy gloves whenever
operating machine.
•Do not place hands or any body parts into feed hopper during operation.
•Do not move or transport chipper when the rotor is turning.
•Do not exceed a safe travel speed when transporting.

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IMPORTAN SAFETY INFORMATION
To the New Operator or Owner
The TMG 3 Point Hitch Wood Chippers are designed to chip or chop scrap lumber, small trees, brush, limbs
and other wood debris. The chipped material is fine enough to be composted or used in a variety of ways.
It is the responsibility of the owner or operator to read this manual and to train all other operators before they
start working with the machine. Follow all safety instructions exactly. Safety is everyone's business. By
following recommended procedures, a safe working environment is provided for the operator, bystanders,
and the area around the worksite. Untrained operators are not qualified to use the machine.
Follow all safety instructions exactly. Safety is everyone's business. By following recommended procedures,
a safe working environment is provided for the operator, bystanders, and the area around the worksite.
Untrained operators are not qualified to operate the machine.
Many features incorporated into this machine are the result of suggestions made by customers like you.
Read this manual carefully to learn how to use the chipper safely and how to set it to provide maximum field
efficiency. By following the using instructions in conjunction with a good maintenance program, your 3 Point
Hitch Wood Chipper will provide many years of trouble- free service.

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OPERATION
MACHINE COMPONENTS
The TMG 3 Point Hitch Wood Chipper is a rotor with blades for chipping wood. A hinged feed hopper moves
the wood material into the rotor. Each rotor is designed with 4 blades and a twig-breaker to generate the
small pieces of wood. A stationary knife at the rear of the rotor housing is placed by the moving knives to
shear, chip or chop the material.
The tractor provides rotational power through a PTO shaft on the front of the frame.
This drive system is contained in the front frame.
Machine Break-In
Although there are no operational restrictions on the Wood Chipper when used for the first time, it is
recommended that the following mechanical items be checked:
A. After operating for 1 hour:
1. Torque all fasteners and hardware.
2. Check condition of rotor bearings.
3. Check the condition and clearance of the twig-breaker, rotor and stationary blades. Adjust or replace
as required.
4. Check for entangled material. Remove all entangled material before resuming work.
5. Lubricate all grease fittings.
B. After operating for 10 hours:
1. Repeat steps 1 through 5 listed above. (Section A)
2. Go to the normal servicing and maintenance schedule as defined in the Maintenance Section.

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OPERATION
Pre-Operation Checklist
Efficient and safe operation of the TMG 3 Point Hitch Wood Chipper requires that each operator reads and
understands the using procedures and all related safety precautions outlined in this section. A pre-operation
checklist is provided for the operator. It is important for both the personal safety and maintaining good
mechanical condition that this checklist is followed.
Before operating the Wood Chipper and each time thereafter, the following areas should be checked off:
1. Lubricate the machine per the schedule outline in the Maintenance Section.
2. Check the rotor, blades, and twig-breaker. Remove any twine, wire or other material that has become
entangled.
3. Check the condition and clearance of the twig- breaker, rotor, and stationary blades. Adjust or replace as
required.
4. Check that all bearings turn freely. Replace any that are rough or seized.
5. Make sure that all guards and shields are in place, secured and
functioning as designed.
6. Check the condition of the curtain in the feed hopper. It must be in
good condition to prevent chips from flying out.

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OPERATION
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A PTO drive line is supplied with the machine. To accompany the variety of 3 point hitch geometry available
today, the drive line can be too long for most machines or too short for others. It is very important that the
drive line be free to telescope but not to bottom out when going
through its working range. If the drive line bottoms out, the bearings
on both the machine and tractor PTO shaft will be overloaded and fail
in a short time.
1. To determine the proper length of the drive line, follow this
procedure:
a. Clear the area of bystanders, especially small children.
b. Attach the chipper to the tractor but do not attach the drive line.
c. Raise the machine until the input shaft is level with the tractor
PTO shaft.
d. Measure the dimension between the locking grooves on the
tractor PTO shaft and the machine input shaft.
e. Measure the same dimensions on the compressed drive line.
f. If the compressed drive line dimension exceeds the machine
dimension, the drive line will have to be cut.
2. When cutting the drive line, follow this procedure:
a. Subtract the machine dimension (A) from the uncut
drive line dimension (B) or (B-A). This dimension
determines how much too long the drive line is.
b. Add another inch (25 mm) to the dimension to be sure it doesn't bottom out, to determine (C) the cut
off dimension.
c. Use a hacksaw to cut dimension (C) from both ends. Cut both the plastic tubes and the metal cores.
d. Use a file to remove the burrs from the edges that were cut.
e. Assemble the 2 ends of the shaft.
f. Make sure the shaft can telescope freely. If it does not, separate the 2 parts and inspect for burrs or
cuttings on the shaft ends. Be sure it telescopes freely before installing.

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OPERATION
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When attaching chipper to a tractor, follow this procedure
1. Clear the area of bystanders, especially small
children.
2. Make sure there is enough room and clearance to
safely back up to the chipper.
3. Place the tractor arms in their full sway position.
4. Back up slowly and align the lower link arms to the
pins on the machine.
5. Mounting without a Quick Hitch
a. Align the left lower link with the left chipper
pin.
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It may be necessary to add weight to the lower
lift arms to bring them to the required height.
b. Insert the left pin through the ball and install
the retainer.
c. Align the right arm to the pin by turning the
jackscrew on the arm.
d. Insert the right pin through the ball and install
the retainer. Return the jack- screw to its
starting position.
e. Remove the top pin and install the top link.
Use the turnbuckle to align the top link. Insert
the pins and install the retainers. Return the
turnbuckle to its original length and lock.

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OPERATION
6. Install the PTO drive line:
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Be sure the telescoping portion of the shaft is greased and free of dirt.
a. Slide the collar back on the yoke, align the splines and slide the yoke on the tractor.
b. Release the collar and make sure the locking pin clicks into position.
7. Slowly raise the machine through its working range to make sure the telescoping portion of the PTO
shaft doesn't bottom out.
8. Level the machine front and rear, and side to side using the jackscrew on the right arm and the
turnbuckle on the top link.
9. The chipper should always be level on the ground in its working position.
10. To unhook from the tractor, reverse the above procedure. Always park the machine in a dry, level area.
If vandalism is a problem, remove the PTO drive line and store in a secure place.

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OPERATION
CHIPPING OPERATION
The Wood Chipper is a strong, rugged machine that is built to a
straightforward design which provides consistent chipping of logs
up to 6" (152mm)
Always wear personal protective equipment (PPE) whenever
operating the machine. This includes but is not limited to protective
shoes with slip resistant soles, protective goggles or face shield,
heavy gloves, hearing protection and protective clothing.
Do not place metal, bottles, cans, rocks, glass or other solid material into the wood chipper. If something like
this gets into the machine, stop the machine immediately for a detailed inspection. Stop engine, remove
ignition key and place in your pocket and wait for all moving parts to stop before inspecting or unplugging.
Inspect machine for damaged or loosened parts before resuming work.
Caution and care should be exercised when feeding material into the feeder. Do not
reach into the hopper past the curtain barrier.
a. Before beginning to feed the rotor is up to speed.
b. Slowly slide the wooden material into the feed hopper and move it into the rotor.
c. Do not force the material into the rotor, as the material engages the rotor, the rotor
will draw the material in. Use continuous lite pressure to guide in the material.
d. Be aware of how much material you feed in, slow down or stop if the rotor begins to
slow down.
e. Do not reach into the feed hopper further than the curtain to be sure not to contact the blades on the
rotor.
f. Use a stick or branch to push any piece of material into the rotor that does not move on its own. If the
jam persists then stop the engine and wait for the rotor to stop and then clear the jam. Do not take a
chance with getting your hand caught in the rotor.
g. Ensure your wood chip pile is contained and doesn't affect the immediate work area.

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OPERATION
Unplugging
Although the machine is designed to handle a wide variety of material without any problem, occasionally it
plugs. When the machine plugs, follow this procedure to unplug:
a. Clear the area of bystanders, especially small children.
b. Turn off the hydraulics, stop the engine, remove the ignition key and place it in your pocket and wait for
all moving parts to stop before unplugging.
c. Pull the material out of the feed hopper. Be sure all the material is out, and nothing is jammed or wedged
between the input opening and the rotor.
d. Pull the material out of the discharge hood. Use a stick to poke loose any material jammed into the
discharge hood. Do not allow anything to remain in this area.
e. Check that everyone is clear of machine before restarting engine.
f. Start the engine turn on the hydraulics, and resume working.
Severe Plug
a. Clear the area of bystanders, especially small children.
b. Turn off the hydraulics, stop the engine, remove the ignition key and place it in your pocket or remove
spark plug wire, and wait for all moving parts to stop before unplugging.
c. Loosen the feed hopper anchor nuts and raise the feed hopper.
d. Remove jammed material from inside the rotor compartment.
e. Clean out the discharge area/rotor.
f. Open the upper rotary housing and clean out the housing.
g. Be sure to turn the rotor by hand to be sure there is nothing jammed between the rotor and stationary
blades.
h. Close, install and fold down all components opened to unplug. Tighten fasteners to their specified
torque.
i. Check that everyone is clear of machine before restarting engine.
j. Start the engine turn on the hydraulics and resume working.

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MAINTENANCE
MAINTENANCE
By following a careful service and maintenance program for your machine, you will enjoy many years of
trouble-free operation.
Blade and Breaker Maintenance
The rotor and ledger blades need to be sharp for the Chipper to perform as expected. Periodic inspection is
recommended. Keep the blades sharp to reduce the amount of power required during operation. Watch the
sharpness of the blades when processing material with a lot of sand, soil or dirt mixed with it. Reverse or
sharpen the blades if the cutting edge becomes dull. Twig breaker should be inspected for gouges or bent.
Rotor Blades:
The rotor is equipped with 4 blades spaced evenly to keep the rotor in balance. If one needs to be changed,
the one opposite should also be changed.
It is recommended that the rotor blades be removed from the rotor when sharpening. Always sharpen the
blades at a 45° angle to provide the best cutting effect as it meets the stationary blade. Be sure to tighten the
blade mounting bolts to their specified torque when reinstalling the blades to the rotor.
1. Turn off the hydraulics, stop the engine,
remove the ignition key, and place it in your
pocket and wait for all moving parts to stop.
2. Remove the bolt that secures the upper rotor
housing, and carefully open the rotor
housing.
3. Manually rotate chipper rotor plate so that the
blade is fully exposed
4. Remove the bolts that hold the rotor blade to
the rotor, remove the blade.
5. Rotate the blade and reinstall or replace with
new or resharpened blade.

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MAINTENANCE
6. Ensure the blade is properly oriented, with the leading edge out. The blade is designed to fit into the
rotor one way only. See diagram for proper installation.
7. Tighten down bolts as specified in the torque chart.
8. Repeat steps for remaining blades.
Ledger Blades:
The TMG-WC62 is equipped with a ledger (stationary) blade that acts as a shear for the moving rotor blades.
The ledger blade is designed with 4 usable corners. When the corner facing the rotor blade rounds over,
remove the blade and reinstall with a different corner facing the rotor blade. It is recommended that the
clearance between the rotor and stationary blades be set and maintained at 1/32 to 1/16 " (.76 - 1.52 mm) to
obtain the best performance.
1. Turn off the hydraulics, stop the engine, remove the
ignition key and place it in your pocket and wait for
all moving parts to stop.
2. Remove the 2 bolts that hold the ledger blade to the
ledger mount, remove the blade.
3. Rotate the blade and replace or replace with new or
re-sharpened blade.
4. Hand tighten the bolts and set the clearance between the ledger and rotor blades at 1/32 - 1/16" .
5. Tighten down bolts as specified in the torque chart