Woods 8000 User manual

OPER ATOR'S MANUAL

CHIPPER

51210

(Rev. 1/1/2016)

8000 & 8100

2 Introduction

Gen’l (Rev. 3/28/2012)

TO THE DEALER:

Assembly and proper installation of this product is the responsibility of the Woods

®

dealer. Read manual instructions

and safety rules. Make sure all items on the Dealer’s Pre-Delivery and Delivery Check Lists in the Operator’s Manual

are completed before releasing equipment to the owner.

The dealer must complete the online Product Registration form at the Woods Dealer Website which certifies that

all Dealer Check List items have been completed. Dealers can register all Woods product at

dealer.WoodsEquipment.com under Product Registration.

Failure to register the product does not diminish customer’s warranty rights.

TO THE OWNER:

Read this manual before operating your Woods equipment. The information presented will prepare you to do a better

and safer job. Keep this manual handy for ready reference. Require all operators to read this manual carefully and

become acquainted with all adjustment and operating procedures before attempting to operate. Replacement manuals

can be obtained from your dealer. To locate your nearest dealer, check the Dealer Locator at

www.WoodsEquipment.com, or in the United States and Canada call 1-800-319-6637.

The equipment you have purchased has been carefully engineered and manufactured to provide dependable and

satisfactory use. Like all mechanical products, it will require cleaning and upkeep. Lubricate the unit as specified.

Observe all safety information in this manual and safety decals on the equipment.

For service, your authorized Woods dealer has trained mechanics, genuine Woods service parts, and the necessary

tools and equipment to handle all your needs.

Use only genuine Woods service parts. Substitute parts will void the warranty and may not meet standards required for

safe and satisfactory operation. Record the model number and serial number of your equipment in the spaces

provided:

Model:

_______________________________

Date of Purchase:

_____________________

Serial Number:

(see Safety Decal section for location) ____________________________________

Provide this information to your dealer to obtain correct repair parts.

Throughout this manual, the term NOTICE is used to indicate that failure to observe can cause damage to equipment.

The terms CAUTION, WARNING, and DANGER are used in conjunction with the Safety-Alert Symbol (a triangle with

an exclamation mark) to indicate the degree of hazard for items of personal safety.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

GENERAL INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

SAFETY RULES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

SAFETY DECALS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

FEATURES AND CONTROLS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

SERVICE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

DEALER CHECK LIST. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

PARTS LISTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

BOLT TORQUE CHART . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64

BOLT SIZE CHART & ABBREVIATIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65

REPLACEMENT PARTS WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66

PRODUCT WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . INSIDE BACK COVER

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GENERAL INFORMATION

The purpose of this manual is to assist you in oper-

ating and maintaining your chipper. Read it care-

fully. It furnishes information and instructions that

will help you achieve years of dependable perfor-

mance. These instructions have been compiled

from extensive field experience and engineering

data. Some information may be general in nature

due to unknown and varying operating conditions.

However, through experience and these instruc-

tions, you should be able to develop procedures

suitable to your particular situation.

The illustrations and data used in this manual were cur-

rent at the time of printing, but due to possible inline

production changes, your chipper may vary slightly in

detail. We reserve the right to redesign and change the

chipper as may be necessary without notification.

Throughout this manual, references are made to right

and left directions. These are determined by standing

behind the equipment facing the direction of forward

travel.

SPECIFICATIONS

8000 8100

Overall Size 45" x 47" x 90" 45" x 47" x 90"

Overall Weight 885 lbs. 885 lbs.

Maximum Chipper Capacity 8" 9"

Chipper Blade 4 4

Chipping Anvil 9-1/4" x 3-1/2" x 5/8" 9-1/4" x 3-1/2" x 5/8"

Disc Speed 1500 RPM 1500 RPM

Disc Size 30" Dia. x 1-1/4" 30" Dia. x 1-1/4"

Disc Weight 247 lbs. 247 lbs.

Discharge Tube Size 32" x 36" 32" x 36"

Discharge Tube Height 95" 95"

Drive Type Belt Belt

Drive Belt Size 3RB64.5 (67-1/2") 3RB64.5 (67.5")

Hydraulic Drive Belt Size Bx44 (45.8")

Spline Size 1-3/8" Diameter (6 - Spline) 1-3/8" Diameter (6 - Spline)

3-Point Hitch Category 1 Category 1

PTO Speed 540 RPM 540 RPM

Hydraulic Feed Rate 0 - 150 ft/min.

Hydraulic Oil Tank Capacity 3 Gallon

Safety 5

TCH4500 Safety Rules (2/14/2012)

TRAINING

 Safety instructions are important! Read all

attachment and power unit manuals; follow all

safety rules and safety decal information. (Replace-

ment manuals and safety decals are available from

your dealer. To locate your nearest dealer, check

the Dealer Locator at www.WoodsEquipment.com,

or in the United States and Canada call 1-800-319-

6637.) Failure to follow instructions or safety rules

can result in serious injury or death.

 If you do not understand any part of this manual

and need assistance, see your dealer.

 Know your controls and how to stop engine and

attachment quickly in an emergency.



Operators must be instructed in and be capable

of the safe operation of the equipment, its attach-

ments, and all controls. Do not allow anyone to

operate this equipment without proper instructions.



Never allow children or untrained persons to

operate equipment.

PREPARATION



Check that all hardware is properly installed.

Always tighten to torque chart specifications

unless instructed otherwise in this manual.



Always wear relatively tight and belted clothing

to avoid getting caught in moving parts. Wear

sturdy, rough-soled work shoes and protective

equipment for eyes, hair, hands, hearing, and head;

and respirator or filter mask where appropriate.



Wear safety glasses and hearing protection at

all times when operating this machine.



Make sure attachment is properly secured,

adjusted, and in good operating condition.



Make sure spring-activated locking pin or collar

slides freely and is seated firmly in tractor PTO

spline groove.



Make sure all safety decals are installed.

Replace if damaged. (See Safety Decals section for

location.)



Make sure shields and guards are properly

installed and in good condition. Replace if damaged.

OPERATION



Keep bystanders at least 50 feet away from area

of operation.



Do not allow bystanders in the area when oper-

ating, attaching, removing, assembling, or servic-

ing equipment.



Do not put chipper into service unless all

shields and guards are in place and in good condi-

tion. Replace if damaged.



Do not operate or transport equipment while

under the influence of alcohol or drugs.



Operate only in daylight or good artificial light.



Do not operate chipper on a paved, concrete, or

hard gravel surface which can cause discharged

material to rebound and kick back.



Make sure the cutting chamber is empty before

starting the machine.



Keep hands, feet, hair, and clothing away from

equipment while engine is running. Stay clear of all

moving parts.



Never allow riders on power unit or attachment.



Always sit in power unit seat when operating

controls or starting engine. Securely fasten seat

belt, place transmission in neutral, engage brake,

and ensure all other controls are disengaged

before starting power unit engine.



Shift tractor transmission into park or neutral

and set brakes before engaging PTO and chipper.



Operate tractor PTO at 540 RPM. Do not exceed.



Connect PTO driveline directly to power unit

PTO shaft. Never use adapter sleeves or adapter

shafts. Adapters can cause driveline failures due to

incorrect spline or incorrect operating length and

can result in personal injury or death.



Do not operate or transport on steep slopes.



Use extreme care and reduce ground speed on

slopes and rough terrain.

(Safety Rules continued on next page)

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 an operator’s single careless act.

In addition to the design and configuration of

equipment, hazard control and accident preven-

tion are dependent upon the awareness, con-

cern, judgement, and proper training of

personnel involved in the operation, transport,

maintenance, and storage of equipment.

It has been said, “The best safety device is an

informed, careful operator.” We ask you to be

that kind of operator.

SAFETY RULES

ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!

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TCH4500 Safety Rules (2/14/2012)

(Safety Rules continued from previous page)



Before performing any service or maintenance,

lower equipment to ground or block securely, turn

off engine, remove key, and disconnect driveline

from tractor PTO.



NEVER GO UNDERNEATH EQUIPMENT. Never

place any part of the body underneath equipment

or between moveable parts even when the engine

has been turned off. Hydraulic system leak-down,

hydraulic system failures, mechanical failures, or

movement of control levers can cause equipment

to drop or rotate unexpectedly and cause severe

injury or death.

• Service work does not require going under-

neath implement.

• Read Operator's Manual for service instruc-

tions or have service performed by a qualified

dealer.



Always stand clear of discharge area when

operating this machine. Keep face and body away

from feed and discharge openings.



Keep hands and feet out of feed and discharge

openings while machine is operating to avoid seri-

ous personal injury. Turn off power and allow

machine to come to a complete stop before clear-

ing obstructions.



Do not climb on machine when operating. Keep

proper balance and footing at all times.



When feeding material into machine, do not

allow metal, rocks, bottles, cans, or any other for-

eign material to be fed into the machine.



Make sure debris does not blow into traffic,

parked cars, or pedestrians.



Do not allow processed material to build up in

the discharge area. This may prevent proper dis-

charge and can result in kickback of material

through the feed opening.



Shut off machine immediately if it becomes

clogged, the cutting mechanism strikes any foreign

object, or the machine starts vibrating or making

an unusual noise. Shut off power source and make

sure all moving parts have come to a complete

stop. After machine stops:

• Inspect for damage.

• Replace or repair any damaged parts.

• Check for and tighten any loose parts.

TRANSPORTATION



Reduce transport speed to avoid bouncing and

brief loss of steering control.



Always comply with all state and local lighting

and marking requirements.



Never allow riders on power unit or attachment.



Do not operate PTO during transport.



Do not operate or transport on steep slopes.



Do not operate or transport equipment while

under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

MAINTENANCE



Service and maintenance work not covered in

OWNER SERVICE must be done by a qualified

dealership. Special skills, tools, and safety proce-

dures may be required. Failure to follow these

instructions can result in serious injury or death.



Before performing any service or maintenance,

lower equipment to ground or block securely, turn

off engine, remove key, and disconnect driveline

from tractor PTO.



Do not modify or alter or permit anyone else to

modify or alter the equipment or any of its compo-

nents in any way.



Always wear relatively tight and belted clothing

to avoid getting caught in moving parts. Wear

sturdy, rough-soled work shoes and protective

equipment for eyes, hair, hands, hearing, and head;

and respirator or filter mask where appropriate.



Do not allow bystanders in the area when oper-

ating, attaching, removing, assembling, or servic-

ing equipment.



Make sure attachment is properly secured,

adjusted, and in good operating condition.



Never perform service or maintenance with

engine running.



Keep all persons away from operator control

area while performing adjustments, service, or

maintenance.



Tighten all bolts, nuts, and screws to torque

chart specifications. Check that all cotter pins are

installed securely to ensure equipment is in a safe

condition before putting unit into service.



Make sure shields and guards are properly

installed and in good condition. Replace if damaged.

SAFETY RULES

ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!

Safety 7

TCH4500 Safety Rules (2/14/2012)



Make sure all safety decals are installed.

Replace if damaged. (See Safety Decals section for

location.)



When lubricating telescoping PTO drives, keep

fingers out of shield access slots to prevent injury.



Check blade bolts for proper torque after every

8 hours of operation. Check blades and rotate or

resharpen daily as required to keep blades sharp.

Failure to do so may cause poor performance,

damage, or personal injury and will void the

machine warranty.



Before inspecting, servicing, storing, or chang-

ing an accessory, shut off power source, make

sure all moving parts have come to a complete

stop, and disconnect PTO driveline.

STORAGE



Block equipment securely for storage.



Keep children and bystanders away from stor-

age area.



Follow manual instructions for storage.



SAFETY RULES

ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!

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SAFETY & INSTRUCTIONAL DECALS

ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!

Replace Immediately If Damaged!

A

BE CAREFUL!

Use a clean, damp cloth to clean safety decals.

Avoid spraying too close to decals when using a pressure washer; high-pressure

water can enter through very small scratches or under edges of decals causing

them to peel or come off.

Replacement safety decals can be ordered free from your Woods dealer. To locate

your nearest dealer, check the Dealer Locator at www.WoodsEquipment.com, or in

the United States and Canada call 1-800-319-6637.

Safety 9

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SAFETY & INSTRUCTIONAL DECALS

ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!

Replace Immediately If Damaged!

1 - PN 1015967

2 - PN 1041926

3 - PN 1041939

4 - PN 1041925

SERIAL NUMBER PLATE

6 - PN 51281

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SAFETY & INSTRUCTIONAL DECALS

ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!

Replace Immediately If Damaged!

5 - PN 1032524

9 - PN 51361

7 - PN 51284

8 - PN 51312

10 - PN 51373

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SAFETY & INSTRUCTIONAL DECALS

ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!

Replace Immediately If Damaged!

14 - PN 20106

Red Reflector - Rear

15 - PN 20105

Amber Reflector - Front

11 - PN 51375

12 - PN 1041950

33347E

13 - PN 33347

14 - PN 18864

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FEATURES AND CONTROLS

Understanding how your machine works will help you achieve the best results when using your machine. The following

descriptions define the features and controls of your machine.

1. Discharge tube: Chipped materials will exit

through this tube. It is adjustable 360 degrees.

2. Manual holder: Conveniently stores your owner’s

and parts manuals.

3. Chipper chute: Feed materials into the chipper

chute.

4. Safety bar: (Not available on all models.) Push the

safety bar to stop the feed roller in event of an

emergency.

5. Reset/Override button: (Not available on all

models.) When the safety bar has been activated,

the red light will go on and the feed roller will stop.

Push the reset/override button to resume forward

feed. Upon start-up, the safety bar light will be on

and will need to be reset before the feed roller will

operate.

6. Feed roller lift jack: Use the jack to lift the feed

roller to inspect or service the machine. Secure

feed roller in the raised position with the snap pin.

7. Hydraulic fluid tank: Inspect level of fluid each

time the machine is operated.

8. Three-point connection: Mounts chipper to

tractor three-point hitch.

9. Controller light: When the light is flashing green

increase RPM. The feed roller can be shifted into

Forward when the controller light is steady green.

See page 26 for more information.

10. Disk lock and pin: Use the disk lock to hold the

chipper disk in place when doing any maintenance

work on it. See page 20.

11. Feed roller control bar: Move the feed roller

control bar to begin feeding materials into the

chipper.

12. Feed roller speed control: Turn clockwise to

increase feed roller speed and counter-clockwise

to decrease.

Model 8000

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FEATURES AND CONTROLS

Model 8100

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OPERATION

The operator is responsible for the safe operation of

this chipper. The operator must be properly trained.

Operators should be familiar with the tractor, chipper,

and all safety practices before starting operation. Read

the safety rules and safety decals on page 5 through

page 11.



Safety instructions are important! Read all

attachment and power unit manuals; follow all

safety rules and safety decal information. (Replace-

ment manuals and safety decals are available from

your dealer. To locate your nearest dealer, check

the Dealer Locator at www.WoodsEquipment.com,

or in the United States and Canada call 1-800-319-

6637.) Failure to follow instructions or safety rules

can result in serious injury or death.



Keep bystanders at least 50 feet away from area

of operation.



Know your controls and how to stop engine and

attachment quickly in an emergency.



Operators must be instructed in and be capable

of the safe operation of the equipment, its attach-

ments, and all controls. Do not allow anyone to

operate this equipment without proper instructions.



Never allow children or untrained persons to

operate equipment.



Always wear relatively tight and belted clothing

to avoid getting caught in moving parts. Wear

sturdy, rough-soled work shoes and protective

equipment for eyes, hair, hands, hearing, and head;

and respirator or filter mask where appropriate.



Make sure attachment is properly secured,

adjusted, and in good operating condition.



Do not put chipper into service unless all

shields and guards are in place and in good condi-

tion. Replace if damaged.

CHIPPER PRE-OPERATION

The chipping operation takes place on the front of the

machine, where hardened steel chipper blades are

mounted on a rotating disk assembly. Material fed into

the chipper chute is sliced into small chips and pro-

pelled out though the discharge tube. The chips can be

diverted into a container or onto the ground.

As with any other piece of outdoor power equipment,

getting to know the feel for how your machine operates

and getting to know the best techniques for particular

jobs are important to overall good performance.

NOTE: For operation of this chipper, references to

right, left, forward, and rearward directions are deter-

mined from the operator’s position in the tractor seat.

ATTACHING CHIPPER TO TRACTOR



Make sure spring-activated locking pin or collar

slides freely and is seated firmly in tractor PTO

spline groove.

IMPORTANT

■

Avoid driveline angle greater than 15-degrees

up and down when the chipper is in use.

1. Attach chipper hitch pins to tractor 3-point lower lift

arms and secure.

2. Attach tractor top link to chipper clevis and secure

with tractor top link pin.

3. Connect driveline to tractor PTO shaft.

NOTE: The minimum and maximum telescoping

on the PTO shaft is 18.11 inches to 24.49 inches.

The PTO shaft may need to be shortened depend-

ing on the tractor the chipper is mounted on. To

shorten the PTO shaft see Shorten Driveline, page

33.

4. Slide slip collar back to make connection.

5. Make sure connection is secure. Slip collar should

snap back into original position.

6. Adjust the tractor 3-point arm anti-sway devices to

prevent chipper from swaying side-to-side during

transport. Adjust top link so chipper is level front to

back.

7. Adjust or remove tractor drawbar so that it will not

interfere with chipper or driveline.

CAUTION

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TRACTOR STABILITY



A minimum 20% of tractor and equipment

weight must be on the tractor front wheels when

attachments are in transport position. Without this

weight, front tractor wheels could raise up result-

ing in loss of steering. The weight may be attained

with front wheel weights, ballast in tires or front

tractor weights. Weigh the tractor and equipment.

Do not estimate.

Figure 1. Tractor Stability

STARTING THE CHIPPER



Do not put chipper into service unless all

shields and guards are in place and in good condi-

tion. Replace if damaged.



Make sure the cutting chamber is empty before

starting the machine.



Shift tractor transmission into park or neutral

and set brakes before engaging PTO and chipper.

1. Make sure the cutting chamber is empty before

starting.

2. Adjust three-point top link so chipper sits level.

3. Set parking brake, start the tractor, and engage the

tractor PTO. Increase engine speed to rated PTO

RPM.

4. Make sure the feed roller control bar is in the STOP

position. The controller will flash red until the bar is

in STOP. See page 26 for a table of all flash codes

for the controller light.

NOTE: If forward and reverse feed positions are

reversed when you power up the chipper, you may

have plugged the connectors into the wrong plug.

STOPPING THE CHIPPER

1. Move tractor throttle to slowest position.

2. Disengage the tractor PTO and shut off tractor

engine.

3. Allow chipper to come to a complete stop.

OPERATING THE CHIPPER



Operators must be instructed in and be capable

of the safe operation of the equipment, its attach-

ments, and all controls. Do not allow anyone to

operate this equipment without proper instructions.



Always wear relatively tight and belted clothing

to avoid getting caught in moving parts. Wear

sturdy, rough-soled work shoes and protective

equipment for eyes, hair, hands, hearing, and head;

and respirator or filter mask where appropriate.



NEVER Lean over the chipper chute to push

objects into the cutting device. Use a push stick or

brush paddle.



NEVER Use shovels or forks to feed brush. They

can cause extensive damage if they contact the

blades. In addition, metal pieces can be ejected

from the chipper chute and cause serious injury or

death.



NEVER Feed brush into the chute with your feet.



NEVER Use hands or feet to clear materials that

build up in the chute.



Make sure debris does not blow into traffic,

parked cars, or pedestrians.



When feeding material into machine, do not

allow metal, rocks, bottles, cans, or any other for-

eign material to be fed into the machine.

The machine chips a variety of materials into a more

readily decomposed or handled condition. The follow-

ing guidelines will help you get started.

1. Engage the hydraulic feed by pushing the feed

roller control arm into the forward position.

2. Limbs fed into the chipper chute must be 8 inches

in diameter or less. Trim side branches that cannot

be bent enough to feed into the chipper chute. Hold

small diameter branches together in a bundle and

feed in simultaneously.

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3. Place limb, butt end first, into the chipper chute

until it contacts the chipper blades. The actual feed

rate of the limb into the chipper will depend on the

type of material fed and sharpness of the cutting

blades.

4. Do not feed pieces of metal, rocks, bottles, cans, or

other foreign objects into the chipper.

5. Feed brush from the side of the chipper chute,

rather than from the front. Step aside to avoid

being hit by the brush moving into the chipper.

6. If the chipper disk slows, stop feeding material. The

feed roller will stop automatically to process

backed up material. Feed material more evenly.

7. If the chipper jams, the feed roller will reverse

momentarily to remove the branch.

8. Do not use the clutch to clear a plugged rotor. This

may cause belt damage. Refer to instructions for

clearing a plugged rotor in the Owner Service

section, page 23.

9. Alternate greener material with dry material to

lubricate the chipping blades for longer life and

better performance. Chipping dead, dry material

will create heat and dull the chipping blades

quickly.

10. Sharpen the chipping blades periodically. Check

the sharpness of the blades every 5 to 15 hours.

Refer to Owner Service section for sharpening

instructions, page 21.



Before performing any service or maintenance,

lower equipment to ground or block securely, turn

off engine, remove key, and disconnect driveline

from tractor PTO.

RAISE EXTENSION TRAY BEFORE TOWING

Raise the extension tray to an upright position before

towing the chipper. Secure with fastener located near

the top of the chute.

If your model is equipped with a safety bar, once the

extension tray is in an upright position, push the safety

bar down to lock the bar. To unlock, lower the exten-

sion tray and push in the safety bar.

FEED ROLLER CONTROL BAR

The Feed Roller Control Bar is used to manually con-

trol the direction of the feed roller rotation.

●

Move the Feed Roller Control Bar to FORWARD

(F) when you want the materials to feed into the

chipper. The controller light must be steady green.

●

Move the Feed Roller Control Bar to REVERSE (R)

when you want the chipper to push material back

out of the feed chute.

●

Move the Feed Roller Control Bar to STOP to halt

the rotation of the feed roller.

Figure 2. Feed Roller Control Bar

CHIPPER CONTROLLER

This machine is equipped with a Plus 1 Controller. The

controller monitors the chipper disk RPM and regulates

the feed roller.

When chipper disk RPM drops too low, the feed roller is

stopped automatically to allow the chipper disk to pro-

cess material.

When the chipper disk returns to chipping RPM, the

feed roller will automatically reengage.

Try Again Feature: If the feed roller becomes

obstructed, the controller will reverse the feed roller

momentarily to clear the obstruction. The controller will

then engage the feed roller and feed the material

again.

If this cycle continues, remove or reposition the mate-

rial manually.

Remember to sharpen blades frequently so mate-

rial will feed smoothly.

The controller light will flash the following codes

(See Page 26 for more information):

●

Normal Operating RPM: Steady green light indi-

cates engine has reached full RPM.

●

Feed Bar Not in Stop: Flashing red light indicates

operator must put feed bar in STOP position.

●

Service Code: Flashing Amber light is a reminder

to check blade sharpness.

●

RPM Too Low: Flashing green light indicates

operator must increase engine RPM before starting

to chip.

Operation 17

51210 (1/1/2016)

NOTE: The disk sensor and feed roller control bar

sensors must be set to the correct clearance or the

chipper will not operate. Set the clearance to 1/32”.

The sensor will flash with every rotation of the chip-

per disk when the clearance is set correctly.

FEED ROLLER SPEED CONTROL

With the feed roller speed control the operator can

adjust the speed of the feed roller, allowing the opera-

tor to have better control of how material is fed into the

chipper.

It is recommended that the feed roller operate at a

faster rate for smaller branches and at a slower rate for

larger branches.

Figure 3. Feed Roller Speed Control

STORING CHIPPER

1. On a hard, level surface lower chipper with 3-point

lift arms to the ground.

2. Disconnect drive shaft, 3-point lift arms, and top

link from tractor.

3. Place drive shaft in storage position up off the

ground.

CLEANING

After Each Use

●

Remove large debris such as clumps of dirt, grass,

crop residue, etc. from machine.

●

Inspect machine and replace worn or damaged

parts.

●

Replace any safety decals that are missing or not

readable.

Periodically or Before Extended Storage

●

Clean large debris such as clumps of dirt, grass,

crop residue, etc. from machine.

●

Remove the remainder using a low-pressure water

spray.

●

Be careful when spraying near scratched or torn

safety decals or near edges of decals as water

spray can peel decal off surface.

●

Be careful when spraying near chipped or

scratched paint as water spray can lift paint.

●

If a pressure washer is used, follow the advice of

the pressure washer manufacturer.

●

Inspect machine and replace worn or damaged

parts.

●

Sand down scratches and the edges of areas of

missing paint and coat with Woods spray paint of

matching color (purchase from your Woods

dealer).

●

Replace any safety decals that are missing or not

readable (supplied free by your Woods dealer).

See Safety Decals section for location drawing.

18 Operation

51210 (1/1/2016)

PRE-OPERATION CHECK LIST

(OWNER'S RESPONSIBILITY)

___ Review and follow all safety rules and safety

decal instructions on safety rules, page 5 through

page 11.

___ Check that all safety decals are installed and in

good condition. Replace if damaged.

___ Check to make sure all shields and guards are

properly installed and in good condition. Be sure

that either the discharge shield or optional dis-

charge tube is installed.

___ Check that all hardware and cotter pins are prop-

erly installed and secured.

___ Check that equipment is properly and securely

attached to tractor.

___ Check all lubrication points and grease as

instructed in page 19.

___ Make sure driveline spring-activated locking pin

or collar slides freely and is seated firmly in trac-

tor PTO spline groove and in gearbox spline

groove.

___ Do not allow riders.

___ Check condition of chipper blades before opera-

tion.



Service 19

51210 (1/1/2016)

SERVICE

The information in this section is written for operators

who possess basic mechanical skills. If you need help,

your dealer has trained service technicians available.

For your protection, read and follow the safety informa-

tion in this manual.



Before inspecting, servicing, storing, or chang-

ing an accessory, shut off power source, make

sure all moving parts have come to a complete

stop, and disconnect PTO driveline.

LUBRICATION

1. Do not let excess grease collect on or around

parts, particularly when operating in sandy areas.

2. Use a lithium grease of #2 consistency with a

MOLY (molybdenum disulfide) additive for all

locations unless otherwise noted.

NOTE: Be sure to clean fittings thoroughly before

attaching grease gun. One good pump of most

guns is sufficient when the lubrication schedule is

followed.

Figure 1. Service and Maintenance Schedule

Service and Maintenance Schedule

Frequency

Component Maintenance

Required

Before

Each Use

Every 8

Hours

Every 25

Hours

Every 50

Hours

Every 200

Hours

Hydraulic Oil Check/Fill ✔

All Internal and External Nuts

and Bolts

Check Tightness ✔

Chipper Anvil

Check Clearance and

Retorque to 75 lbs/ft (1)

✔

Chipper Blades

Check Sharpness and

Retorque to 120 lbs/ft (1)

✔

Entire Machine Clean ✔

PTO U-Joints Lubricate ✔

PTO Inner Drive Tubes Lubricate ✔

PTO Shield Retainer Bearing Lubricate ✔

Drive Belt Check ✔

Hydraulic Drive Belt Check ✔

Belt Tension Check ✔

Belt/Pulley Alignment Check ✔

Grease Fittings Lubricate ✔

Hydraulic Oil Filter Replace ✔

(1) Perform More Frequently When Chipping Dry Or Dirty Wood.

20 Service

51210 (1/1/2016)

INSTALLING DISK LOCK

When working on the chipper disc, use the disc lock to

hold the disk in place. (See Figure 2).

1. Tilt the rotor access cover open to expose the

chipper disk.

2. Remove the pin from its storage position and put it

into the hole in the cap shaft.

3. Rotate the chipper disk until the pin slides all the

way in through the shaft cap.

4. After maintenance is done, remove the pin and

place it back in its storage position.

Figure 2. Disk Lock

CHIPPER BLADE MAINTENANCE

The chipper blades will eventually become dull, making

chipping difficult and adding extra strain on the

machine.

CHECK THE SHARPNESS OF THE BLADES EVERY

5 to 15 HOURS OF OPERATION AND SHARPEN AS

NEEDED.

The controller light will flash an amber code every 15

hours as a reminder to check the chipper blades. To

reset the controller, See Flash Code Guide on Page

26.

Your blades need to be sharpened if:

●

Machine vibrates severely when material is fed into

the chipper.

●

Small diameter branches do not self-feed.

●

Chips discharge unevenly or have stringy tails,

especially when chipping green branches.

Before you sharpen the chipping blades, check for per-

manent damage. Replace the blade if:

●

There are cracks, broken corners or nicks greater

than 1/8". (See Figure 3).

Figure 3. Blade Damage

●

The base of the cutting edge is worn or has been

resharpened so that it no longer extends past the

chipping slot. (See Figure 4).

Figure 4. Blade Cutting Edge Length

CHANGING THE BLADES



Chipping blades are sharp! Use caution when

working on machine to avoid injury.

1. Remove the two 3/8" bolts on the rotor access

cover.

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