6.6 Start the Machine
WARNING!
Before you start the machine, read and
understand all of the safety information in this
manual and the engine manufacturer's manual.
IMPORTANT! Use short starting cycles (maximum five
seconds) and wait one minute between cycles. If the engine
does not start after repeated attempts, contact your local
dealer or go to
Before you start the machine, see the information under
.
1.
Complete the tasks described in the
2.
Make sure that the machine is level and in a stable position.
3.
Move the hydraulic controls to the neutral position (out of
detent).
4.
Raise the throttle control 3/4 of the way to the
Fast
position.
5.
Raise the choke control to the
Open
position.
6.
Insert the key, and then turn the ignition switch clockwise
to the
Start
position. When the engine starts or after five
seconds, release the key.
The ignition switch automatically rotates counterclockwise
to the
Run
position.
7.
Do one of the following:
-
If the engine started, continue with Step 8.
-
If the engine did not start, wait a minimum of one
minute, and then repeat steps 6 and 7.
8.
As the engine warms up, lower the choke control to the
Closed
position.
6.7 Stop the Machine
IMPORTANT! Do not choke the carburetor to stop the
engine.
1.
Stop all machine operation (winching, cutting, and
splitting).
2.
Move the hydraulic controls to the neutral position (out of
detent).
3.
Move the throttle control to the
Stop
position to turn off the
engine and close the fuel shut-off valve.
4.
Activate each hydraulic control two or three times to relieve
the hydraulic system pressure.
6.8 Emergency Stop
In the event of an emergency:
1.
Move the hydraulic controls to the neutral position (out of
detent).
2.
Move the throttle control to the
Stop
position to turn off the
engine and close the fuel shut-off valve.
3.
Remove the cause of the emergency before starting the
engine and resuming work.
6.9 Process Logs into Firewood
IMPORTANT! During operation, periodically check the
bracing jacks to make sure the feet are firmly in the ground.
The bracing jacks must support the log-loader chute weight
to prevent machine damage.
The following procedure describes how to efficiently process
logs into firewood:
1.
Set up the machine.
For instructions, see
2.
Use the winch to move a log into position at the log-length
guide.
For instructions, see the following:
-
-
Position the First Log on page 43.
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Position the Next Log on page 48.
-
Position the Last Log on page 48.
3.
Use the chain saw to cut the log. Let the cut section roll
into the splitting cradle.
For instructions, see
4.
Split the cut log.
For instructions, see
5.
While the push block automatically returns to the start
position, repeat Step 2
6.
After the push block is in the start position, repeat steps 3
through 5.
Continue this process until you produce the desired amount
of firewood.
Operating Instructions
WP845 / WP875
Trailer Firewood Processor
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