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Introduction

WX350, WX360

3-point Hitch Wood Splitter

1. Introduction

1.1 Foreword

Congratulations on choosing a

Wallenstein Three-

point Hitch Wood Splitter!

This high-quality machine is designed and

manufactured to meet the needs of an efficient wood

splitting operation.

This manual covers the Wallenstein WX350 and

WX360 vertical-mounted, 3-point hitch wood splitters.

Model Variants Covered in this Manual

• WX350

— 20 ton, vertical splitting

• WX360

— 31 ton, vertical splitting

The standard splitter models are equipped with an

open-center control valve. For tractors with a closed-

center system, the splitters are equipped with a closed

center control valve and the model is identified with a

'C'. For example, WX350

Units of measurement in Wallenstein Equipment

technical manuals are written as:

US Customary (SI metric).

Keep this manual handy for frequent reference and

to pass on to new operators or owners. Call your

Wallenstein dealer or distributor if you need assistance,

information or additional copies of the manuals.

Review all safety, operation and maintenance

information contained in this manual.

WARNING!

Do not attempt to start or operate the machine

without thoroughly reviewing this manual for

safe and proper operation.

Keep this manual with the machine at all times.

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Summary of Contents for WX350

Page 1: ...OPERATOR S MANUAL 3 pointHitchWoodSplitter WX350 WX360 Part Number Z97139_En Rev May 2019 ...

Page 2: ... a closed center system the splitters are equipped with a closed center control valve and the model is identified with a C For example WX350C Units of measurement in Wallenstein Equipment technical manuals are written as US Customary SI metric Keep this manual handy for frequent reference and to pass on to new operators or owners Call your Wallenstein dealer or distributor if you need assistance i...

Page 3: ...g Damaged Safety Signs 14 4 Familiarization 15 4 1 To the New Operator 15 4 2 Machine Components 16 5 Controls 17 5 1 Hydraulic Valve 17 5 2 Stroke Limiter Accessory 18 6 Operating Instructions 19 6 1 Attaching to Tractor 19 6 2 Connecting Hydraulic Hoses 20 6 3 Operating Safety 21 6 4 Before Start up 21 6 5 Splitting Logs 22 6 6 Machine Break In 23 6 7 Transporting 24 7 Storing the Wood Splitter ...

Page 4: ...____________________________________ Dealer Name _________ _______________________________ Phone Number _________________________________________ Serial Number __________ __________ __________ Delivery Date I have thoroughly instructed the buyer on the equip ment care adjustments safe operation and applicable warranty policy and reviewed the manual _________________________________________ Dealer ...

Page 5: ...when ordering parts or requesting service or other information The product information plate location is shown in the illustrations on the following pages For future convenience record the product Model and Serial Number in the spaces provided below Record Product Information Here Model Serial Number Fig 1 Product Information Plate Location WX350 WX360 ...

Page 6: ...nal Protective Equipment is required for safe operation Product Decals indicate machine model and serial number and other important information VIN NLV MODEL Manufactured by Wallenstein Equipment Inc 7201 Line 86 Wallenstein ON N0B2S0 Canada TYPE OF VEHICLE TYPE DE VEHICLE TRA REM GAWR PNBE KG GVWR PNBV KG DIMENSION RIM JANTE E R I T PNEU COLD INFL PRESS PRESS DE CONFLA A FROID PSI LPC THIS VEHICL...

Page 7: ...ardous situation that if not avoided will result in death or serious injury This signal word is to be limited to the most extreme situations typically for machine components which for functional purposes cannot be guarded WARNING Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that if not avoided could result in death or serious injury and includes hazards that are exposed when guards are removed It m...

Page 8: ...cedures and follows all the safety precautions 2 4 Safety Rules DO give operating instructions to operators or employees before allowing them to operate the machine DO read and understand ALL Safety and Operating instructions in the manual and follow them The most important safety device on this equipment is a SAFE operator DO review safety related items annually with all personnel who are operati...

Page 9: ... and physically able operators should use this equipment A person who has not read and understood all operation and safety instructions is not qualified to use the machine Untrained operators expose themselves and bystanders to possible serious injury or death If elderly people are assisting with the work their physical limitations need to be recognized and accommodated 3 Learn the controls and ho...

Page 10: ...r snagging hazard Ground should be firm and level 4 Operate only in daylight or good artificial light 5 Make sure machine is properly adjusted and in good operating condition 6 Perform the Pre operation Checklist procedure before starting work see Pre operation Checklist on page 22 7 Do not operate on hillsides or when working area is cluttered wet muddy or icy to prevent slipping and tripping Ope...

Page 11: ...ning the sign off sheet provided below can be used Make periodic reviews of Safety and Operation a standard practice for all operators Review again at the startup of every season The design and manufacture of this product conforms to relative provisions in the following standards ISO 4254 1 Agricultural machinery Safety ASABE S318 Safety for Agricultural Field Equipment ISO 3600 Operator s Manual ...

Page 12: ...uipment are shown in the illustrations that follow Good safety requires that you familiarize yourself with the various safety signs the type of warning and the area or particular function related to that area that requires your SAFETY AWARENESS Think SAFETY Work SAFELY Fig 2 Safety Decal Locations typical for WX350 WX360 models 00720 4 1 2 3 WX350 WX360 ...

Page 13: ...ective glasses goggles or face shield 2 Caution Refer to the operator s manual Read ALL operating instructions in the manual and learn the meaning of ALL safety signs on the machine The best safety feature is an informed operator 3 Warning Pinch point crushing danger Keep your hands away from all moving parts during and after split operation Never try to clear a jammed log with your hands Wait for...

Page 14: ...ety signs are available from your authorized Distributor or Dealer Parts Department or the factory 3 3 1 How to Install Safety Signs Ambient temperature must be above 50 F 10 C to install decals 1 Clean and dry the installation area 2 Determine exact position before removing the backing paper 3 Peel back the corner of the backing paper 4 Align the sign over the specified area and carefully press t...

Page 15: ...ance program your wood splitter can provide many years of trouble free service IMPORTANT Make sure all operators understand how to put the wood splitter in a Safe Condition before working with this machine See Safe Condition page 9 4 1 1 Training Each operator must be trained in the proper set up and operating procedures before using the machine Move the unit to a large open area to allow the oper...

Page 16: ... 2 Machine Components Fig 3 WX350 WX360 Wood Splitter Components 1 Anvil 2 Splitter Frame 3 Wedge 4 Hydraulic Control Valve 5 Hydraulic Cylinder 6 Category I Three point Hitch Frame 7 Return OUT Hydraulic Hose 8 Pressure IN Hydraulic Hose 00730 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 6 ...

Page 17: ...4 Splitter Control Valve Extend Push the lever down toward the wood and hold to extend the wedge and split the wood Releasing the lever returns it to Neutral 00731 Fig 5 Extend Wedge to split Wood Neutral Position Neutral is the center position on the valve The wedge stops moving when the valve lever is moved to Neutral The valve lever can be moved to Neutral from Extend or Retract at any time 006...

Page 18: ... typical sized log on the splitter bed then start apply power to the wood splitter 2 Move the wedge up to the log but stop approximately 3 8 cm away from it 3 Shut off the engine Make sure the hydraulic control lever is in the neutral position 4 On the rod adjusting collar loosen the hex set screw and move the rod up to the push block wedge This is the set position at which the wedge stops on the ...

Page 19: ...tractor needs to be exactly in line with the mounting points of the splitter otherwise attaching the 3 point hitch may require moving the implement from side to side 2 When reversing lower raise the lift arms so that they are level with the lower attachment points on the splitter 3 Back up slowly and align the balls in the lift arms to the pins on the splitter 4 Apply the tractor park brake 5 Star...

Page 20: ...If an accident occurs see a doctor familiar with this type of injury immediately W040 00737 Fig 12 Connecting Hydraulic hoses 1 Clean any dirt from the quick disconnect couplers on the tractor 2 Route the splitter hoses along the tractor hitch to avoid binding and pinching then connect them to the tractor couplers The protective caps on the hoses are colored to indicate function red is the pressur...

Page 21: ... straddle splitter during operation 5 Do not try to split more than one log at a time The logs can fly out and cause injury 6 Keep your fingers and hands away from cracks in the log that can open while splitting 7 Always load logs by grasping the bark side not the cut ends 8 Do not reach into or load the splitter when the wedge is in motion 9 Do not try to split logs across the grain Some types of...

Page 22: ... Check that jewelry loose fitting clothing are not worn Make sure long hair is tied back 6 5 Splitting Logs IMPORTANT Park the wood splitter on a level dry work area free of debris and other objects Position the splitter so the prevailing wind blows engine exhaust away from the operator 1 Make sure working area is clear of stones branches or other obstacles 2 Precut logs to desired block size read...

Page 23: ...ng Pile the split and un split wood in piles close to the working area Do not allow pieces to pile up and clutter the area A cluttered working area can lead to tripping and an accident When the machine is new lubricating the plate under the wedge slider can help improve wear and reduce binding The splitter bed polishes itself once the paint is worn off 6 6 Machine Break In Although there are no op...

Page 24: ...fter the season s use and the wood splitter is going to be put away in storage it should be thoroughly inspected and prepared Repair or replace any worn or damaged components to prevent any unnecessary down time at the start of next season The wood splitter can have a long trouble free life by following these steps 1 Fully retract the cylinder ram 2 Thoroughly wash the machine using a pressure was...

Page 25: ...appropriate personal protective equipment 6 Where replacement parts are necessary use only OEM parts to restore your equipment to original specifications Wallenstein Equipment is not responsible for injuries or damages caused by use of unapproved parts or accessories 7 When completing a maintenance or service function make sure all safety shields and devices are installed before placing splitter i...

Page 26: ... required Call technician Hydraulic oil too cold Allow machine to warm up Hydraulic fluid is contaminated Change hydraulic fluid and filter Control handle goes to neutral before rod is fully retracted Detent set too loose Valve detent adjustment required Control handle does not go to neutral when released Control may be damaged Control may need service or be replaced Call technician Cylinder stops...

Page 27: ...si 176 bar 16 ton 25 ton Splitting Force 3000 psi 207 bar 20 ton 31 ton Valve Type Open Center auto return detent Closed center optional Recommended minimum hydraulic flow 10 gpm 38 Lpm 16 gpm 61 Lpm Splitter Orientation Vertical Weight 220 lb 100 kg 320 lb 146 kg Dimensions L x W x H 70 x 28 x 18 178 cm x 72 cm x 56 cm 70 x 28 x 26 178 cm x 72 cm x 66 cm Accessories 4 way Splitting Wedge Stroke L...

Page 28: ...r increase torque values by 5 NOTE Bolt grades are identified by their head markings Imperial Bolt Torque Specifications Bolt Diameter Torque Value SAE Gr 2 SAE Gr 5 SAE Gr 8 lbf ft N m lbf ft N m lbf ft N m 1 4 6 8 9 12 12 17 5 16 10 13 19 25 27 36 3 8 20 27 33 45 45 63 7 16 30 41 53 72 75 100 1 2 45 61 80 110 115 155 9 16 60 95 115 155 165 220 5 8 95 128 160 215 220 305 3 4 165 225 290 390 400 5...

Page 29: ...or body and tighten the swivel nut with the second Torque to values shown If a torque wrench is not available use the FFFT Flats From Finger Tight method Hydraulic Fitting Torque Tube Size OD Hex Size Across Flats Torque value Flats From Finger Tight Inches Inches lbf ft N m Flats Turns 3 16 7 16 6 8 2 1 6 1 4 9 16 11 12 15 17 2 1 6 5 16 5 8 14 16 19 22 2 1 6 3 8 11 16 20 22 27 30 1 1 4 1 6 1 2 7 ...

Page 30: ... the original purchase receipt with any claim This warranty does not cover the following 1 Normal maintenance or adjustments 2 Normal replacement of wearable and service parts 3 Consequential damage indirect damage or loss of profits 4 Damages resulting from Misuse negligence accident theft or fire Use of improper or insufficient fuel fluids or lubricants Use of parts or aftermarket accessories ot...

Page 31: ...ective Equipment PPE 8 Pre operation 22 Product Labels 6 Product Warranty 30 Putting Wood Splitter in Storage Removing from Storage 24 R Replace Damaged Safety Signs 14 S Safe Condition 9 Safety 7 Equipment Safety Guidelines 9 How to Install Safety Signs 14 Hydraulic Safety 9 Maintenance Safety 25 Operating Safety 21 Personal Protective Equipment PPE 8 Preparation 10 Safety Alert Symbol 7 Safety D...

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