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6.7.2  Horizontal Splitting

1. 

Place wood or log on the splitter.

2. 

Push control lever forward and hold to split wood.

3. 

Release the lever when the log splits or cylinder reaches full 
stroke and stops.

4. 

Pull the lever back to retract the wedge. The detent holds 
the lever until the cylinder fully retracts, allowing hands-free 
operation. 

00644

Fig.  13 – 

Hydraulic Control Valve Positions

IMPORTANT!  Do not hold the valve lever to extend or 
retract the cylinder once it has reached the end of its stroke. 
Doing so can overheat the oil.

5. 

If the log is large enough to require another split, reposition 
and repeat steps.

00749

Fig.  14 – 

Single Blade Wedge

6. 

Pile the split wood close to the working area, but do not 
allow pieces to pile up and clutter the area. A cluttered 
working area can lead to tripping and an accident.

6.7.3  Vertical Splitting

 WARNING!

Risk of pinching or crushing hazard between the 

wedge or push block and the log! 
Never place hands at the ends of the log. 

Always grasp logs by the sides when loading or 

removing.

W035

1. 

Place wood or log on the splitter anvil.

2. 

Push control lever down and hold to split wood.

3. 

Release the lever when the log splits or cylinder reaches full 
stroke and stops.

4. 

Pull the lever back up to retract the wedge. The detent holds 
the lever until the cylinder fully retracts, allowing hands-free 
operation. 

5. 

If the log is large enough to require another split, reposition 
and repeat steps.

00748

Fig.  15 – 

Log Placement

Operating Instructions

WX470 

Skid Steer Wood Splitter

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Summary of Contents for WX470

Page 1: ...OPERATOR S MANUAL Skid Steer Wood Splitter WX470 Document Number Z97155_En Rev May 2020 ...

Page 2: ...to new operators or owners Call your Wallenstein dealer or the Distributor if you need assistance information or additional copies of the manuals Units of measurement in Wallenstein Equipment technical manuals are written as US Customary SI metric Wallenstein Equipment Inc 2020 All rights reserved No part of this work may be copied reproduced replaced distributed published displayed modified or tr...

Page 3: ... 4 4 Splitter Components 15 5 Controls 16 5 1 Hydraulic Valve 16 5 2 Stroke Limiter Accessory 17 5 3 Splitter Frame Latch 18 6 Operating Instructions 19 6 1 Safety Rules 19 6 2 Equipment Matching 19 6 3 Controls 19 6 4 Attaching Unhooking 20 6 5 Pre operation Checks 21 6 6 Splitter Operation 21 6 7 Splitting Logs 21 6 8 Wood Splitter Break in Period 23 6 9 Transporting 23 6 10 Storing the Wood Spl...

Page 4: ... Name Model Serial Number Delivery date I have thoroughly instructed the buyer on the equipment care adjustments safe operation and applicable warranty policy and reviewed the manuals Dealer Address City State Province ZIP Postal Code Phone Number 1 2 1 Dealer Inspection Report Check hydraulic splitter control functions Check hydraulic cylinder extends freely Check that all fasteners are tight Che...

Page 5: ...g service or other information The Serial Number Plate location is shown in the illustration Please record the product Model and Serial Number in the space provided below for easy reference Record Product Information Here Model WX470 Serial Number Fig 1 Serial Number Plate Location 01275 WX470 Skid Steer Wood Splitter Foreword 5 ...

Page 6: ...s 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 VEHICLE CONFORMS TO ALL APPLICABLE STANDARDS PRESCRIBED UNDER THE CANADIAN ...

Page 7: ...nt protection with personal safety messages a signal word IMPORTANT indicates a situation that if not avoided could result in damage to the machine 2 3 Why SAFETY is important Three Big Reasons Accidents Disable and Kill Accidents Cost Accidents Can Be Avoided The policy of Wallenstein Equipment Inc is to produce products that are safe and reliable However even when using well engineered equipment...

Page 8: ... Safety Guidelines The safety of the operator and bystanders is one of the main concerns in designing and developing equipment However every year many accidents occur which could have been avoided by a few seconds of thought and a more careful approach to handling equipment As the operator you can avoid many accidents by observing the following precautions in this section To avoid personal injury ...

Page 9: ...rators 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 Learn the controls and how to stop the machine quickly in an emergency If this machine is loaned or rented it is the machine owner s responsibility to make certain that every operator Reads and understands the ow...

Page 10: ...e 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 Machinery for Agriculture Forestry Lawn Equipment Sign...

Page 11: ...ment are shown in the illustration Good safety requires that you familiarize yourself with the various safety signs the type of warning and the area or function related to that area that requires your SAFETY AWARENESS Practicing good safety means becoming familiar with safety signs and warnings and being aware of the situations that require alertness Think SAFETY Work SAFELY Fig 2 Safety Decal Loc...

Page 12: ...the manual and learn the meaning of ALL safety signs on the machine The best safety feature is an informed operator 4 Warning Always wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment when using this machine For example A hard hat Heavy gloves Hearing protection Protective shoes with slip resistant soles Protective glasses goggles or face shield IMPORTANT If parts are replaced that have safety signs o...

Page 13: ...f grease or oil Ambient temperature must be above 50 F 10 C NOTE Determine exact position before removing the backing paper on the decal 1 Peel the decal off the backing sheet 2 Align the decal with an edge on the machine if possible 3 Starting on one edge carefully press the center of the exposed sticky backing in place smoothing it out as you work from one side to the other 4 Use a squeegee cred...

Page 14: ...rvice 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 2 Training Each operator must be trained in the proper set up and operating procedures before using the machine 1 Move the unit to a large open area to allow the operator to become familiar with control functions and machine response 2 Do ...

Page 15: ... 5 Control Valve 6 Hydraulic Cylinder 7 Splitter Frame Latch 8 Locking Latch 9 Splitter Frame 10 Product Manual Storage Tube 11 Mounting Plate 12 Return OUT Line 13 Pressure IN Line 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 9 10 11 12 13 8 01278 4 4 Splitter Components WX470 Skid Steer Wood Splitter Familiarization 15 ...

Page 16: ...0644 Fig 4 Extend Neutral Retract Extend Push the lever forward toward the wood and hold to extend the wedge and split the wood Releasing the lever returns it to Neutral 00660 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 ...

Page 17: ... start apply power to the wood splitter 2 Using the hydraulic control move the wedge up to the log but stop approximately 3 8 cm from it 3 Shut off the engine Make sure the hydraulic control lever is in the neutral position 4 Loosen the hex set screw on the rod adjusting collar and move the rod up to the wedge This is the set position at which the wedge stops on the return cycle Tighten the hex sc...

Page 18: ... the spring loaded frame latch outward 3 At the same time grab the cylinder end and tip the splitter beam assembly up towards the vertical position 4 Continue tipping while placing your foot on the frame as a brace until splitter is in the full vertical position 5 Swing the locking latch around over the lock tab on the splitter frame Insert the lynch pin See right 00747 Fig 9 Locking Latch in Plac...

Page 19: ...e splitting wedge Do not try to split logs across the grain Some types can burst or splinter and fly out of wood splitter causing injury When splitting logs cut unevenly split with the squarest end towards the splitting wedge Do not walk or work under a raised wood splitter or attachment Do not depend on the skid steer hydraulic system to hold the wood splitter or attachment in place Never consume...

Page 20: ...plitter mounting plate 3 Drive up to the wood splitter and seat the top of the face plate into the mounting plate of the wood splitter 4 Raise the loader and tilt the face plate until it is fully seated in the mounting plate 5 Ensure the wood splitter mounting plate is securely latched to skid steer face plate by engaging the lock pins 6 Clean any dirt from the hose couplers and connect them to th...

Page 21: ...aks or damaged components Clear the area of bystanders Place skid steer drive system in neutral before beginning Do not split wood across the grain Keep your working area clear to prevent tripping 6 7 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 Ma...

Page 22: ...e split wood close to the working area but do not allow pieces to pile up and clutter the area A cluttered working area can lead to tripping and an accident 6 7 3 Vertical Splitting WARNING Risk of pinching or crushing hazard between the wedge or push block and the log Never place hands at the ends of the log Always grasp logs by the sides when loading or removing W035 1 Place wood or log on the s...

Page 23: ...d transporting of machinery on public roads 2 Clean all debris off the splitter Remove any tools or other loose items 3 Never allow riders on the machine 4 Be a safe and courteous driver Always yield to oncoming traffic in all situations including narrow bridges intersections and so on 5 Watch for other traffic when near or crossing roadways 6 Do not drink and drive 7 Before transporting perform a...

Page 24: ...nspect the wedge cylinder ram anvil and wear plates for damage or entangled material Repair or replace damaged parts Remove all entangled material 4 Touch up all paint nicks and scratches to prevent rusting 5 Store the machine in an area away from human activity Select an area that is dry level and free of debris to park the wood splitter Set it down on wood blocking 6 If the wood splitter is not ...

Page 25: ... 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 When completing a maintenance or service function make sure all safety shields and devices are installed before placing splitter in service When cleaning any parts do not use gasoline Use a cleanser designed for that purpo...

Page 26: ...lic 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 on contact with wood Hydraulic ...

Page 27: ...plitter Cycle Time 7 Seconds depends on flow from skid steer Full Cycle 13 Seconds depends on flow from skid steer Cylinder Diameter 4 10 cm Wedge Height 9 23 cm Total Weight 315 lb 143 kg Dimensions L x W x H 96 x 36 x 26 244 cm x 91 cm x 66 cm Mounting System Universal Quick Attach 1 Specifications subject to change without notice WX470 Skid Steer Wood Splitter Specifications 27 ...

Page 28: ... 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 4 165 225 290 390 400 540 7 8 170 230 420 570 650 880 1 225 345 630 850 9...

Page 29: ...que 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 8 44 48 59 65 1 1 6 5 8 1 50 58 68 79 1 1 6 3 4 1 1 4 ...

Page 30: ...10 Accessories 4 way Splitting Wedge W4120 01280 Clamp on Shelf W4211 01281 Stroke Limiter W4213 01282 Accessories WX470 Skid Steer Wood Splitter 30 ...

Page 31: ...claim This warranty does not cover the following 1 Normal maintenance or adjustments 2 Normal replacement of wearable and service parts 3 Consequen al damage indirect damage or loss of profits 4 Damages resul ng from Misuse negligence accident the or fire Use of improper or insufficient fuel fluids or lubricants Use of parts or a ermarket accessories other than genuine Wallenstein parts Modifica ons alt...

Page 32: ...nty 31 Putting Wood Splitter in Storage Removing from Storage 24 R Replace Damaged Safety Signs 13 Return OUT Line 15 S Safe Condition 8 Safety 7 Equipment Safety Guidelines 8 How to Install Safety Signs 13 Maintenance Safety 25 Personal Protective Equipment PPE 8 Preparation 9 Safety Alert Symbol 7 Safety Training 9 Signal Words 7 Transport Safety 23 Safety Alert Symbol 7 Safety Notice Labels 6 S...

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