Anvil access on Bearcat 74824

[atpchas]

I recently got a Bearcat 74824 chipper - 8" model (but 4" is a practical max), hydraulic feed, rotating base so feed table can be positioned for easier feeding, 24HP Honda v-twin. I have been extremely pleased with its performance for the work I'm trying to get done with it.
My question is how do I get my hands on the anvil? I can remove the 3 bolts that hold it in place, but unless I start disassembling the machine, I don't see how I'm supposed to remove the anvil or rotate it to a fresh edge. The owner's manual is absolutely silent on this.
If a pic will help, here 'tis. The discharge chute was removed for transport.

 

[brisawyer]

Never messed with that model but usually jacking up the feed roller should give the acess you need.

 

[Plyscamp]

It has been a long time, use to sell them back in the early 90's. I believe he is right Jack up the feed rollers and hold them open to acsess the anvil. The anvil does have 4 useable edges by mearly rotating it around.

 

[atpchas]

Never messed with that model but usually jacking up the feed roller should give the acess you need.

It has been a long time, use to sell them back in the early 90's. I believe he is right Jack up the feed rollers and hold them open to acsess the anvil. The anvil does have 4 useable edges by mearly rotating it around.

Thanks for the suggestions. I am indeed looking to rotate the anvil to a fresh edge. Are there any tricks to jacking up the feed roller? Alternatively, is there anything to absolutely not do or to take special care with?

 

[brisawyer]

Some models you remove the tounge jack and place it on the roller slide assembly and jack it open. If you dont have that option I would remove the springs pry the roller up with something and block it up with wood. However you open the roller be sure it is securely blocked so it cant come down on you.

 

[atpchas]

Some models you remove the tounge jack and place it on the roller slide assembly and jack it open. If you dont have that option I would remove the springs pry the roller up with something and block it up with wood. However you open the roller be sure it is securely blocked so it cant come down on you.

I hope I can avoid removing the springs. Whatever I do, you can be sure the roller will be firmly secured before any part of me gets underneath it. Thanks for the pointers.