Wallenstein WP525, Operator'S Manual

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6.17 Set the Wedge Height
WARNING!
Use extreme care when handling the wedge.
Two people are required to lift the wedge. The
sharp blades and weight of the wedge create cut,
crush, impact, and ergonomic hazards. Incorrect
handling of the wedge can result in serious injury
or death. Wear heavy work gloves when working
with or near the wedge. Always maintain a firm
grip away from sharp edges.
The three-way wedge splits logs into three sections:
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1
2
3
4
Figure 31 –
Wedge sections
1. Top
2. Bottom RH side 3. Bottom LH side
4. Height
After a log is split, the top section (1) falls back into the splitter
to be split during the next splitter cycle.
Set the wedge height for the desired height of the two-way split
(2 and 3). The wedge height is measured from the top of the
splitter shelf to the bottom of the wedge blade (4).
The wedge has two height settings:
• 4½ in (11 cm)
• 3½ in (9 cm)
For more information about the wedge height settings and screw
locations, see
Figure 33 on page 41 .
Procedure:
1. Unfold the exit chute.
For instructions, see
Unfold the Exit Chute on page 38 .
2. Place the machine in a safe condition.
For instructions, see
Safe Condition on page 9 .
3. Optional : Remove the wedge guards to improve access.
For each wedge guard (LH and RH side):
a. Remove the four bolts, washers, and nuts.
Two on each side of the wedge guard (at the bottom).
See
Figure 32 .
b. Remove the wedge guard.
4. Remove the four flat-head cap screws (FHCSs) and nuts
from the wedge.
5. Raise or lower the wedge to align the four holes with the
desired height setting.
6. Install the four FHCSs and nuts to secure the wedge.
7. Use a calibrated torque wrench to tighten the four wedge
FHCS nuts to
115 lbf•ft (155 N•m) .
For more information, see Bolt Torque on page 65 .
8. If the wedge guards were removed (step 3), install the
wedge guards.
For each wedge guard (LH and RH side):
a. Place the wedge guard in position.
b. Install the four bolts, washers, and nuts.
Install two on each side of the wedge guard (at the
bottom).
c. Use a calibrated torque wrench to tighten the four
fasteners to 80 lbf•ft (110 N•m) .
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Figure 32 –
Wedge guard bolt locations (RH side)
Operating Instructions
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