FBC BIO.S2.55H - Petrol garden Shredder - Honda GX 160 engine

FBC BIO S2 55H professional petrol garden shredder.

The wood chipper / shredder allows reducing the weeds and twigs to an easy to handle and suitable size for composting. The crushing of the material reduces the time required for its decomposition.

The machine is able to process even very bulky branches and leaves, without having to pre-shred them. Thus, it also features a large capacity that allows entering large volumes of material at once.

Cutting diameter: 50 mm

This electric shredder , MADE IN ITALY, is built following the logic of the large wood chipper, thus obtaining the best results in terms of cut, speed and reliability; it complies with CE regulations on safety at work.

The machine conforms to the latest and strictest EU regulations.

Shredders intended use:

- The shredder must grind only green branches and not dried ones (which would limit its shredding capacity and lead to rapid deterioration of the blades);
- The branches must be preferably long, smooth and not knobby (otherwise the cutting diameter would be reduced);
- The branch cutting diameter indicated is the maximum, so it is advised not to shred larger branches. In this case it would be better to purchase a shredder with a larger branch cutting diameter;
- The cutting diameter can vary according to the amounts of wood (e.g: oak, olive, plum and peach are hardwoods and can reduce the cutting capacity of the wood chipper)

Honda series GX 160 engine: Super-professional and SUPER-POWERFUL series, belonging to the latest overhead valve OHV technology.

Features:

• Engine type: Single-cylinder 4-stroke - OHV
• Cylinder type: Aluminium
• Displacement: 163 cm³
• Compression ratio: 9.0: 1
• Max. rpm 3600 rpm
• Torque value: 10.3 Nm / 1.05 kgfm / 2500 rpm
• Fuel tank capacity: 3.1 L
• Consumption: 1.4 L/h 3000 rpm
• Dry weight: 15.1 kg

The Honda “GX” series is highly professional and was developed for heavy-duty jobs in building and agricultural field for generators, welders etc. It’s characterized by great durability and reliability

WARNING

The engine is PROVIDED WITHOUT OIL.
Read the instructions manual carefully before starting it.

Rated Power: 5.5 Hp
The correct term would be "Commercial” Power, meaning the standard definition used until a few years ago by all well-known engine manufacturers.

* This technical feature is the one indicated in the main sales channels, even if it is higher than the real power of the engine.

Real power: 4.8 Hp (at 3600 rpm)
It refers to the real power of the engine. This is the power indicated as official in the engine instructions manual.

* This technical feature may vary from a an engine model to another according to the speed of rotation provided.

Unique in its class with INTERMEDIATE BELT TRANSMISSION

This gives the machine an uncommon sturdiness, protecting both the motor and the entire grinding mechanism from any kind of internal shock or kickback. Higher durability over time compared to the standard system of all the manufacturers of petrol-powered machineries, the transmission is directly connected to the shredding cutting system.

*example of a shredder without belt drive, with motor directly connected to the shredding rotor

Optimal cutting mechanism, highly effective and performing, which distinguishes this product from all competitors. It consists of:

* no. 2 + 1 large, thick cutting blades (2 blades + counter-blade), mounted on a rotating steel disc at the end of the hopper. They carry out pre-processing, breaking the material in the hopper into rough fragments
* no. 6 high-speed rotating hammers in hardened steel (they are located to the rear of the above-mentioned blades, so they are not visible on the picture). They perform a centrifugal operation, reducing the material into small fragments
It features the largest cutting diameter of all hopper-type shredders: 50 mm MAX (the top-quality shredders on the market allow cutting up to 35-40 mm)
Very large steel Maxi hopper, capable of receiving even the bulkiest branches and fronds, without pre-processing. Thus, it also features a large capacity that allows entering large volumes of material at once.

The largest and most capacious hopper among shredders of its category

Hopper size: approx. 37 x 33 cm
Equipped with the largest and sturdiest shredding chamber in its class. It is very large and rounded shaped. It guarantees excellent productivity, as well as the durability in time.
This shredder model is almost the only machinery with the discharge opening provided with grid, which ensures that the fragments are only ejected when perfectly shredded by the cutting hammers.

The machine structure is 100% made of steel. No part of the machine is made of plastic. Output discharge chute with adjustable inclination. Large and sturdy rubber wheels

Recommendations for use

To ensure the maximum efficiency and durability of the wood chipper,  the instructions below must be strictly followed. Failure to do so constitutes improper use and carries a serious risk of damage to the product (such damage is not covered by the warranty).

• DO NOT use the wood chipper to shred:

1. Pine needles
2. Grass or piles of leaves
3. Wet garden waste
4. Whole pallets or parts thereof
5. Construction waste
6. Wood and/or roots covered in soil or stones.

These materials, which lack a woody texture, tend to form a paste that blocks the shredding chamber and the discharge chute, overloading the engine. However, branches with leaves may be fed into the machine, provided they are preferably straight in shape.

• DO NOT feed in pallets or construction waste: ensure that the material contains no nails, screws, iron wire or concrete debris. Impact with foreign objects will irreparably damage the cutting rotor and may result in the violent ejection of metal fragments.
• DO NOT shred wood and/or roots covered in soil: the abrasive action of soil and sand on the cutting blades at high speed causes immediate wear. The cutting blade loses its sharpness within minutes, making extraordinary maintenance necessary. Furthermore, the likely presence of stones, even small ones, would inevitably damage the wood chipper.
• Pay attention to wood freshness: the specified maximum cutting diameter refers to ‘green’ wood, i.e. fresh branches recently cut from the tree (which is the ideal time to process them in the wood chipper) and of medium consistency. For very hard types of wood (e.g. oak, olive, plum, peach), the wood chipper’s actual cutting capacity may decrease proportionally to the hardness of the wood. Furthermore, the declared maximum cutting diameter should be considered as an exception  during use and not the standard operating conditions, as it would mean operating the wood chipper continuously at the limits of its capabilities.
• DO NOT shred dry or seasoned wood (e.g. old posts, beams, sticks): the wood chipper is designed to process freshly cut branches. Dry wood is significantly harder than fresh wood and can damage the cutting blades by creating nicks or causing them to lose their sharpness quickly, as well as placing severe strain on the transmission mechanism. 
• DO NOT feed material in when the engine is off or running at low revs: start the wood chipper and always bring it up to full speed before feeding in the material. Similarly, never switch off the engine while there is still material inside the cutting chamber.
• DO NOT FORCE THE FEED: the wood chipper must pull the material in automatically (self-feeding). If the branch does not advance, the blades may be worn or the branch may be too knotty. Forcing material into the hopper could cause the cutting rotor to jam and result in serious damage to the transmission.
• DO NOT operate the wood chipper with worn or damaged blades: under these conditions, shredding occurs by ‘impact’ rather than by ‘cutting’. The resulting strong vibrations and stresses can cause serious structural damage to all components of the wood chipper.
• Fuel storage:

1. Use approved tanks
2. Check that metal tanks are clean and free from corrosion
3. Store fuel in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight
4. Use the petrol within 30–60 days
5. If necessary, use a stabiliser to extend its shelf life

If the machine is to be left unused for a prolonged period, empty the fuel tank or use fuel containing a stabiliser additive.