Wallenstein WP240, Operator'S Manual

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10. Trouble Shooting
The Wallenstein Trailer Wood Processor uses
hydraulic power to move a hydraulic cylinder rod to
split wood or logs. It is a simple and reliable system
that requires minimal maintenance.
In the following table, we have listed many of the
problems, causes and solutions to the problems that
you may encounter.
If you encounter a problem that is difficult to solve,
even after having read through this trouble shooting
section, please call your local dealer, distributor or
Wallenstein. Before you call, please have the serial
number for your Wood Processor handy.
Problem Cause Solution
Caution
Winch motor does not
move
Rope jammed
Disengage winch gears,
pull rope out and guide
rope on to the spool when
retracting
Rope does not pull out Winch gears engaged Disengage winch gears
Rope does not retract Winch gears disengaged Engage winch gears
Cylinder rod moves slowly
or does not move.
Wood jammed around
wedge.
Shut machine off and
safely remove wood.
Make sure machine is
off
Cylinder rod / Winch
motor moves slowly or
does not move.
No pressurized hydraulic
oil.
Oil fi lter plugged. Change
fi lter.
Make sure machine is
off and cooled down.
No pressurized hydraulic
oil
Low hydraulic oil level,
top up
Make sure machine is
off and cooled down
Not enough pressure.
Call technician, system
relief setting may be low.
Make sure machine is
off and call hydraulic
technician.
Low engine speed.
Check that choke is off ,
check throttle is set to
maximum.
Control handle doesn't go
to neutral after rod is fully
retracted.
Detent set too tight.
Call technician,
adjustment required with
detent on valve.
Make sure machine is
off and call hydraulic
technician.
Hydraulic fl uid too cold.
Allow machine to warm
up.
Hydraulic fl uid is too old or
contaminated.
Change hydraulic fl uid
and fi lter
Make sure machine is
off and cooled down.
Control handle goes to
neutral before rod is fully
retracted.
Detent set too loose.
Call technician,
adjustment required with
detent on valve.
Make sure machine is
off and call hydraulic
technician.
Control handle doesn't go
to neutral when released. Control may be damaged.
Call technician, control
may need service or be
replaced.
Make sure machine is
off and call hydraulic
technician.
Cylinder stops on contact
with wood.
Second stage on pump
not functioning.
Call technician, pump
may need service or be
replaced.
Make sure machine is
off and call hydraulic
technician.
Wedge jumps. Wedge frame jamming.
Lubricate wedge frame
wear plates.
Make sure machine is
off .
Leaking hydraulic hose. Hose worn or damaged. Replace hose.
Make sure machine is
off and cooled down.
Leaking cylinder. Seals worn.
Call technician, seal
replacement may be
required.
Make sure machine is
off and call hydraulic
technician.
Engine related issues.
Refer to your engine instruction manual for specifi c trouble shooting instructions /
requirements.
Trouble Shooting
WP240-WP270
3-Point Hitch Firewood Processor
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