Weaverline KB1300 User manual

REV. 09/07 PART NO. K88020
WEAVERLINE
MULCH MASTER
OPERATORS MANUAL
MODELS KB1300 THRU KB1455
SERIAL NO. 12501 TO PRESENT
WEAVERLINE, LLC
CHURCHTOWN, PA

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INTRODUCTION
THANK YOU…
For choosing a Weaverline Mulch Master A product
manufactured in the U S A by Weaverline, LLC of
Churchtown, Pennsylvania, founded in 1965 When used
and maintained properly your investment will provide years
of dependable performance
PURPOSE
The purpose of this manual is to assist the operator in
maintaining and safely operating this machine It must be
carefully read and understood before operating or
attempting any adjustments
The photos and illustrations throughout this manual were
current at the time of printing, but due to continuous
improvement, your machine may vary slightly Weaverline,
LLC reserves the right to improve, change or modify its
equipment, parts or options thereof without any obligation of
notification or updating previous machines
SAFETY
Equipment of this nature can cause severe injury or death if
operated incorrectly Safety should be of primary concern
when working around this machine Common sense and
safety go hand in hand – USE IT!
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THIS SYMBOL IS USED TO CALL OUT A
WARNING OR DANGER.
DEATH, PERSONAL INJURY, OR PROPERTY DAMAGE
MAY OCCUR UNLESS INSTRUCTIONS ARE
FOLLOWED CAREFULLY.
! WARNING:
If after reading this manual you fail to understand
any part of this manual, how to operate this piece
of equipment, or do not understand any other
information included with this manual call
Weaverline, LLC before proceeding
Call between the hours of 7:00 am and 5:00 pm
EST at one of the following numbers:
Phone: [phone]
717-445-6724
! WARNING:
Included with this manual are additional
manuals or materials that cover options or
components included with the equipment
described in this manual In addition to this
manual these materials should be read and
understood completely before operating or
servicing this equipment
SERIAL NUMBER
The serial number is located on the gearbox plate (see
Figure 1 ) This is an aluminum tag with a green
background REMOVAL OF OR TAMPERING WITH
THIS TAG CAN VOID WARRANTY!
Figure 1 Serial Number Tag Location
Always refer to these numbers when ordering options,
parts, service or information Enter this information
below for speedy reference
MODEL NUMBER _____________________________
SERIAL NUMBER _____________________________
TABLE OF CONTENTS
SAFETY ………………………………………………… 2
OPERATION and CONTROLS ………………… …2-3
SERVICE ……………………………………… ……4-5
Adjustments ……………………………………5
SPECIFICATIONS …………………………………… 5
PARTS EXPLOSION DIAGRAMS and LISTS …… 6-7
WEAVERLINE, LLC
Model No
Serial No
CHURCHTOWN, PA 17555-9705

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SAFETY
! WARNING:
This machine is to be operated only by adults.
Read and understand this operator’s manual
completely before attempting to operate
service or make adjustments. Prior to use
locate all warning decals and be aware of the
safety hazards they call out.
! WARNING:
Never wear loose clothing while operating this
equipment it can become caught in moving
parts.
! WARNING:
Using materials other than those listed may
result in personal injury or damage to the
machine.
! WARNING:
Hydraulic fluid escaping under pressure can
penetrate the skin. Hydraulic fluid may also
infect a minor cut or opening in the skin. If
injured by escaping fluid seek medical
attention immediately. Relive all pressure
before disconnecting lines or servicing.
Your WEAVERLINE CHOPPER or MULCHER is
designed to process only certain materials. We suggest
only the following dry materials to be processed:
Straw
Prairie Grass
Compressed hay
Marsh Hay
Hay
Grass
Leaves
Paper*
Cardboard*
* Only when equipped with 76 knives.
Note: If bales are bound by wire instead of string or
plastic remove wire before placing the bales into the
hopper.
PRE-OPERATION SAFETY CHECK
After going through the checklist above and the operator
is sure the machine is operating properly chopping may
begin.
OPERATION
! CAUTION:
On models equipped with a gas engine the
muffler and the exhaust manifold become very
hot during operation and remain hot for a
period of time after stopping the engine. Be
careful not to touch these items while they are
hot. To avoid severe burns or fire hazards let
the engine cool before transporting or storing
this piece of equipment.
! WARNING:
Never operate this piece of equipment without
the spout supplied with this machine securely
fastened to the blower housing. Never put any
part of your body or allow anyone else to put
any part of their body in front of either the
spout outlet or the hose outlet if so equipped.
AGAIN be sure to read this manual completely
before operating or servicing this piece of equipment!
Keep all shields in place and carefully follow decal
instructions.
Make sure all electrical connections are secure and in
good condition. High voltage arcing can KILL.
Make sure all controls operate correctly.
Be sure that fire extinguisher is in place and fully
charged.
Check hopper for foreign objects before applying
power.
Keep others away. Make sure only the operator is
near the machine during operation.
Make sure all connections are tight and hoses in good
condition before applying pressure to the hydraulic
system.
After servicing be sure to remove all tools and loose
objects from the machine.
Apply power to rotor and hopper. Check for
excessive noise and vibration.

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CONTROLS
Figure 2 Rotor Clutch Engagement
Figure 3 Hopper Rotation Clutch
Figure 4 Adju table Grate
To begin operation:
1. Make ure all hopper and rotor engaging
mechani m are di engaged.
2. Set grate to highe t po ition (Figure 4.)
3. Adju t di charge to de ired po ition.
4. Start the engine on ga powered model .
5. Turn on the electric motor, apply power on
the hydraulic unit or engage the rotor clutch
on ga powered model (Figure 2.)
6. Place the fir t bale or other material to be
chopped into the hopper.
Note: Cut and remove tring from bale
immediately after in erting into hopper. Any
ting or wire hould be removed from other
bundled material before in erting into
hopper.
7. Engage the clutch to tart the hopper
rotating (Figure 3)
8. Lower the grate o that the machine
operate moothly and produce de ired
length of cut.
Note: Moving the grate lever to the right will
lower the grate and moving the lever to the
left will rai e the grate (Figure 4.)
Adjusting the grate to a lower position
decreases cutting time while increasing
material length.
9. Continue to add bale (or other material)
when the hopper i 1/2 to 2/3 empty.
DURING OPERATION
To top operation:
1. Set grate to highe t po ition.
2. Stop hopper rotation.
3. Slowly reduce engine peed to idle.
4. Di engage rotor and or hut off power
upply.
For maintenance purpo e and to reduce
fire hazard, clean chopped material and
debri from machine immediately after each
u e. On machine equipped with ga oline
engine the fuel hut-off valve hould be
clo ed between u e .
Always wear approved eye protection.
Do not attempt to remove any material or
obstructions from hopper or rotor while machine is
running.
Never force materials onto the rotor with your hands,
feet or other objects.
Never stand in front of discharge.
Keep hands, feet, and clothing away from moving
parts.
Keep all shields and guards in place.
arefully follow decal instructions (Replace decals
when badly worn or difficult to read.)
Do not open any covers or remove any shields while
rotor or hopper is rotating (Rotor continues to rotate
momentarily after power has been shut off.)

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SERVICE
! WARNING:
Lockout power source and be sure all
movin parts have come to rest before
performin any service work.
CLEANING
Keepin the machine clean is an important part of
maintenance and will help to insure proper operation.
In addition to eneral cleanin , the rotor and en ine
(where applicable) should receive special attention.
ROTOR
An accumulation of materials such as baler twine or
strin around the rotor can result in poor operation or
possibly even rotor or bearin failure. Any such
buildup should be checked for and corrected prior to
each use and more often if necessary. Burnin is not
a method that should be used to remove materials
from the rotor.
GAS ENGINE
Choppin paper, straw, hay or other materials can
create lar e amounts of dust. This makes it
necessary to clean the air filterin system more
frequently than recommended by the en ine
manufacturer. It is best to check the filter system prior
to each use but at least once a week when usin the
chopper on a daily basis. Refer to en ine manual for
cleanin instructions.
Allowin dust and debris to accumulate between
coolin fins will cause an increase in operatin
temperature. As a result en ine may suffer a loss of
power and increase the possibility of fire. A clean
en ine will last lon er and deliver peak performance.
Follow the en ine manufacturer’s instructions for
additional maintenance procedures.
GEAR BOX
See manufacturer’s instructions.
BEARINGS
The bearin s are sealed and require no lubrication.
Build up of chopped material or other debris should
be removed often to aid in preventin premature
bearin failure. If you do choose to rease the rotor
bearin s, you should rease a maximum of one
pump of a rease un once every six months.
ROTOR BLADE REPLACEMENT.
Refer to separate instructions included with this
manual.
Adjustments
GRATE STOP ADJUSTMENT
If any knife tips are strikin the end rod on the
adjustable rate while in its lowest position the stops
(two) must be adjusted. There should be a minimum
of 1/16” (2 mm) between the rate end rod and all
knife tips. (see Fi ure 5) The stop bolts are located
on the back side of the rotor chamber and can be
reached from under the machine (Fi ure 6)
Fi ure 5 Grate Adjustment
Fi ure 6 Adjustable Grate Stops