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Hi Folks,

 

I am a newbie Chipper owner, had my TW ph160 for a couple of months and really pleased with it but it has just started not pulling in small diameter branches (1"), takes bigger stuff no probs. Any suggestions why this is happpening?

 

I have used chippers for years but never been involved in there maintenance before. I have greased it and checked the belt tensions. I am assuming it is something fairly basic - ?blades need changed etc. Would appreciate some suggestions on where I need to start to sort it.

 

Cheers,

 

jfc.

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Thanks Skyhuck and soc,

 

That could well be it, it does seem like there's a gap between the rollers. I will get the cover off and see if there's anything in there.

 

On another note - how do i Know it is time to change the blades?

 

cheers

 

jfc.

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Make sure there isn't any crud on the roller boxing. Take the springs off and lift the rollers to give it a good clean out, then cover in grease before lowering the rollers. Keeps everything moving freely.

 

Blades- You should notice a difference in chipping, and definitely need to change if chip becomes stringy. Far more efficient with sharp blades.

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