Specifications include, but are not limited to: 2.1 Chipper: The chipper shall be of a “Disc” design with a 40” diameter by 2” thick chipper disc and must be equipped with 2 knife pockets. Must have a throat opening of 14” by 17” with a capacity for 12” diameter wood. 2.2 Infeed: It shall be equipped with a hydraulic auto-feed system, capable of reverse, and must include a hydraulic lift cylinder and lock mechanism for the upper feed wheel. The infeed hopper shall be a minimum of 29” high by 45” wide and include a fold down feed tray with spring lift assist. 2.2.1 Infeed Winch: Shall be equipped with a hydraulically powered infeed winch system furnished with a minimum of 5/16” diameter by 200’ of Amsteel (or equivalent) synthetic rope, a rated hook, and a line docking station. 2.3 Discharge: Chute shall be capable of 360-degree swivel, tool free adjustment, with a 12” adjustable chip deflector, and must include a clean out and inspection door. 2.4 Power unit: Shall be equipped with a liquid cooled Diesel Engine capable of producing 120 horsepower and must be Tier 4 Final emissions compliant. Minimum 29-gallon fuel tank with lockable fuel cap and gauge. Must be equipped with a low oil pressure automatic shutdown feature. Heavy duty 1000 CCA (minimum) battery in a lockable storage container. 2.5 Hydraulics: Must have a minimum of 13-gallon capacity hydraulic tank with lockable cap and sight gauge and shall include a gate valve at the tank and hydraulic pressure gauge. Hoses must be rated for 10,000 PSI burst pressure and be protected by hose guards in all wear areas.
