Self-help: fixes, spares & service

Swart Haak Wood Chipper

A wood chipper that turns tree branches into wood chips – handsome, healthy mulch for gardening and landscaping, and pulp for steam in paper mills.

  • 10 HP diesel
  • 4 hardened blades
  • 360° chute
Swart Haak Wood Chipper
Made in NamibiaRudy Agritactic Machines
Fix a problemQuick checks for this machine
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1 Fix a common problem

Tap what's happening. Try the checks – most problems are fixed in a few minutes.

Always switch off, remove the key or unplug, and wait for every part to stop before you open, clear or adjust the machine.
1It won't start

Try this first:

  • Petrol/diesel: check there is fuel and that the fuel tap is open.
  • Check the engine oil level – many engines will not start when the oil is low.
  • Petrol: use the choke on a cold engine and check the engine switch is ON.
  • Electric: check the plug, the isolator switch and the circuit breaker at the board.
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2It cuts slowly

Try this first:

  • Blunt blades cut slowly – sharpen or replace them.
  • Don't force the wood; let the machine do the work.
Still not fixed? Send us the problem
3The engine stalls

Try this first:

  • The wood is too thick – stay within the maximum size.
  • Check the belt is tight.
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4It vibrates

Try this first:

  • Check that blades and the saw blade are tight and undamaged.
  • Check all frame bolts.
Still not fixed? Send us the problem

2 Spare parts

Tap a part – WhatsApp opens with the part and your machine already written in. Add your serial number and, if you can, a photo of the old part.

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3 Care guide – keep it running

  1. Before each use: check that the blades are sharp and tight and the chute is locked in position.
  2. Feed branches butt-end first and let go early – never reach into the inlet.
  3. After each use: clear chips from the chute and housing.
  4. Regularly: sharpen or replace blades and check belt tension.

General guide. Ask us for the full operating manual for your machine.

4 Specifications

Drive systemDiesel
Power10 HP
Flywheel driveBelt drive
Flywheel diameter575 mm
Flywheel shaft diameter50 mm
Blades4, hardened steel
Inlet opening100 × 100 mm
Discharge chute360° swivel

5 See it working