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WX530
Trailer Wood Splitter

Familiarization

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WX530 Wood Splitter Components

1.  Tilting Splitter Bed
2.  Sliding Wedge
3.  Splitter Control Valve Handle
4.  Splitter Bed Spring Latch
5.  Hydraulic Cylinder
6.  Honda™ GC160 Engine
7.  Product Manual Storage Tube
8.  Trailer Tongue
9.  Safety Chains

10.  Front Jack Stand
11.  Hydraulic Oil Reservoir
12.  4.80-8 LRB SportTrail Tire
13.  Rear Jack Stand

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Summary of Contents for WX530

Page 1: ...OPERATOR S MANUAL Trailer Wood Splitter WX530 S N 260265 Up WX530 Part Number Z97161_En Rev Jun 2021 ...

Page 2: ...s on to new operators or owners Call your Wallenstein dealer or distributor if you need assistance information or additional copies of the manuals Wallenstein Equipment Inc 2021 All rights reserved No part of this work may be copied reproduced replaced distributed published displayed modified or transferred in any form or by any means except with the prior permission of Wallenstein Equipment Inc R...

Page 3: ...cessory 21 6 Operating Instructions 22 6 1 Operating Safety 22 6 2 Before Starting the Engine 22 6 3 Pre operation Checklist 23 6 4 Machine Break In 23 6 5 Engine Oil Level Check 24 6 6 Hydraulic Oil Level Check 24 6 7 Fuel Level Check 25 6 8 Machine Set up 25 6 9 Starting the Engine 26 6 10 Stopping the Engine 26 6 11 Log Placement 27 6 12 Splitting Wood 27 6 13 Vertical Splitting 28 6 14 Transpo...

Page 4: ...ch Review Operating and Safety Instructions _________________________________________ Customer s Name _________________________________________ Contact Name _________________________________________ Dealer Name _________ _______________________________ Phone Number _________________________________________ Serial Number __________ __________ __________ Delivery Date I have thoroughly instructed th...

Page 5: ... Number Fig 1 Product Information Plate Location 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 MOTOR SAFTEY REGULATIONS I...

Page 6: ...ude 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 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 tha...

Page 7: ... explains the operation of a control 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 VEHICLE CONFORMS TO ALL A...

Page 8: ...DANGER Indicates an imminently hazardous 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 ex...

Page 9: ...after 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 operating the machine or performing maintenance DO wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment PPE The suggested equipment includes but is not limited to the follo...

Page 10: ...fety 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 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 responsibili...

Page 11: ...el tank DO NOT choke carburetor to stop engine Whenever possible gradually reduce engine speed before stopping DO NOT run engine above rated speeds This may result in injury DO NOT tamper with governor springs governor links or other parts which may increase the governed speed DO NOT tamper with the engine as set by the original equipment manufacturer DO NOT check for spark with spark plug or spar...

Page 12: ...round should be firm and level Operate only in daylight or good artificial light Make sure machine is properly adjusted and in good operating condition Store fuel well away from the wood pile Perform the Pre operation Checklist procedure before starting work see Pre operation Checklist on page 34 Do not operate on hillsides or when working area is cluttered wet muddy or icy to prevent slipping and...

Page 13: ...ment this training 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 ASABE S318 Safety for Agricultural Field Equipment ISO 3600 Operator s Manual Machinery for Agriculture F...

Page 14: ...ial hazard and the bottom or right hand panel shows the message how to avoid the hazard Hazard How to avoid the hazard 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 Locations typical for all WX500 series models 00665 4 1 2 3 ...

Page 15: ...that have safety signs on them new signs must be applied Safety signs must always be replaced if they become damaged are removed or become illegible Safety signs are included in the product decal kit available from your authorized dealer Decals are not available separately 3 2 1 Replacing Damaged Safety Signs Always keep safety signs clean and legible Replace safety signs that are missing or have ...

Page 16: ...tter 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 10 4 1 1 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 ...

Page 17: ...od Splitter Components 1 Tilting Splitter Bed 2 Sliding Wedge 3 Splitter Control Valve Handle 4 Splitter Bed Spring Latch 5 Hydraulic Cylinder 6 Honda GC160 Engine 7 Product Manual Storage Tube 8 Trailer Tongue 9 Safety Chains 10 Front Jack Stand 11 Hydraulic Oil Reservoir 12 4 80 8 LRB SportTrail Tire 13 Rear Jack Stand ...

Page 18: ...ip 5 Engine Controls 6 Fuel tank 5 1 1 Choke Lever The choke lever opens and closes the choke valve in the carburetor Pull out the choke control when starting a cold engine Push the control in after the engine starts When restarting a warm engine leave the lever pushed in 01717 Fig 5 Choke Lever 5 1 2 Throttle Lever This lever controls the engine speed Move the lever up to increase or down to decr...

Page 19: ... to extend the wedge and split the wood 2 Pull the lever fully back to retract the wedge When retracting a detent holds the lever until the wedge push block fully returns providing hands free operation 3 Once the wedge is fully retracted the lever spring returns to neutral Neutral Position Neutral is the center position on the valve The wedge stops moving when the valve lever is moved to Neutral T...

Page 20: ...edge to split Wood Retract Pull the lever fully backwards to retract the push block The valve detent holds the lever in Retract allowing a hands free return cycle The valve lever spring returns to Neutral when released from auto retract 00661 Fig 11 Retract Wedge ...

Page 21: ...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 anvil wedge This is the set position at which the anvil or wedge stops on the return cycle Tighten the hex screw 5 Test the set up by cycling the anvil wedge through its path Split a log then put t...

Page 22: ...ea Do not rest hands on the log being split 6 Do not step over or straddle splitter during operation 7 Do not try to split more than one log at a time The logs can fly out and cause injury 8 Keep your fingers and hands away from cracks in the log that can open while splitting 9 Always load logs by grasping the bark side not the cut ends 10 Do not reach into or load the splitter when the wedge is i...

Page 23: ... and shields are in place secured and can function as designed Check and inspect tires wheels and hubs Check and tighten all fasteners Make sure the equipment is in good condition Check that appropriate equipment for personal protection is being used and in good condition Check that jewelry loose fitting clothing are not worn Make sure long hair is tied back 6 4 Machine Break In Although there are...

Page 24: ... 6 Hydraulic Oil Level Check Check hydraulic oil level every 40 hours or weekly Check with the machine parked on level ground and the engine stopped The proper level is when the oil is visible at the full upper mark on the dipstick 00638 Fig 14 Hydraulic Tank Oil Level Dipstick IMPORTANT Do not operate machine if oil level is not visible on the dipstick Damage to the pump and other components can ...

Page 25: ...f filler neck to provide space for any fuel expansion Do not overfill 2 Install fuel fill cap securely and wipe up any spilled fuel 6 8 Machine Set up 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 If a tow vehicle is available leaving the splitter attached to it pro...

Page 26: ...r grip out lightly until resistance is felt then pull briskly in the direction of the arrow as shown below Return the starter grip gently 00192 Fig 19 Recoil Starter IMPORTANT Do not allow the starter grip to snap back against the engine Return it gently to prevent damage to the starter IMPORTANT Engine should be warmed up before putting to work 4 Leave the engine operating at low throttle for a f...

Page 27: ...og Placement Horizontal 6 12 Splitting Wood WARNING Risk of pinching or crushing hazard The worker loading the splitter MUST be the only one in control of the hydraulic cylinder and splitting wedge Only one worker should operate and load the wood splitter W036 6 12 1Horizontal Splitting 1 Place wood or log on the splitter 2 Push control lever forward and hold to split wood 3 Release the lever when...

Page 28: ...the controls release the splitter beam by pulling 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 00623 1 2 Fig 25 Rotate Splitter to Vertical 4 Continue tipping while placing your foot on the hydraulic tank axle as a brace until splitter is in the full vertical position 5 Set the log or block onto t...

Page 29: ... on tight to prevent spills while transporting 11 Clean all debris off the splitter Remove any tools or other loose items 12 Check that all the lights reflectors and other lighting requirements are installed and in good working condition 13 Never allow riders on the machine 14 Be a safe and courteous driver Always yield to oncoming traffic in all situations including narrow bridges intersections a...

Page 30: ...on The wood splitter can have a long trouble free life by following these steps IMPORTANT Refer to the engine manufacturer s manual for information specific to engine storage 1 Fully retract the cylinder ram 2 Add a stabilizer to the fuel tank Top up the tank and run the engine outdoors for 10 minutes to be sure that treated gasoline has replaced the untreated gasoline in the carburetor 3 Thorough...

Page 31: ...used by use of unapproved parts or accessories Inspect and tighten all bolts nuts and screws Check that all electrical and fuel connections are properly secured 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 purpose Always use pro...

Page 32: ...Check fuel level See page 25 Check engine oil level See page 24 Every 40 hours or Annually Check hydraulic oil level See page 24 Clean engine air filter See page 35 Inspect hydraulic oil quality See page 24 Grease frame slide hinges pivot points See page 33 Every 100 hours or Annually Grease axle bearings See page 33 Change engine oil See engine manual Check tire pressure See rating on tire sidewa...

Page 33: ...cal on your machine It indicates a grease point and the interval in hours Wipe grease fitting with a clean cloth before greasing to avoid injecting dirt and grit If fittings do not take grease remove and clean them thoroughly Replace grease fittings as necessary Location Every 40 hours of operation or as required 1 Frame slide Location Every 100 hours of operation or annually 2 Axle bearings 2 pla...

Page 34: ... the tank with clean oil up to the full mark on the dipstick 6 Start the machine up and cycle hydraulic functions to purge air from the system 7 Stop the engine and recheck the oil level Top up to the full mark 7 6 Hydraulic Oil Filter Changing Change hydraulic oil filter at 100 hours of operation or annually The filter is located on side of the hydraulic oil tank CAUTION Risk of burns to exposed ...

Page 35: ... covered by Warranty 5 4 3 2 1 1 01722 Fig 33 Engine Air Cleaner Inspection Remove the air cleaner cover and inspect the filter elements Clean or replace dirty filter elements Always replace damaged filter elements 1 Press the latch tabs 1 on the top of the air cleaner cover 2 and remove the cover Check the filter 3 to be sure it is clean and in good condition 2 Reinstall the filter and air cleane...

Page 36: ...d Low engine speed Check throttle is set to maximum Check that choke is off Control handle does not go to neutral after rod is fully retracted Valve detent set too tight Adjustment required to detent on valve 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 l...

Page 37: ...n Detent Hydraulic Pump Type 2 stage Gear Hydraulic Pump Flow 11 gpm 47 Lpm Bed Height 24 61 cm Wedge Height 9 23 cm Tire Size 4 80 X 8 Tire Type Highway Safety Chains Standard Ball Hitch Size 2 Splitter Orientation Horizontal or Vertical Average Cycle Time 6 62 seconds Full Cycle Time 13 24 seconds Weight 470 lb 213 kg Dimensions L x W x H 80 x 48 x 40 203 x 122 x 102 cm Accessories 4 way Splitti...

Page 38: ...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 4 165 225 290 390 400 540...

Page 39: ... safety procedure to apply and maintain proper wheel mounting torque on your trailer axle Torque wrenches are the best method to assure the proper amount of torque is being applied to a fastener Wheel lugs should be torqued before first road use and after each wheel removal Check and re torque after the first 10 miles 16 km 25 miles 40 km and again at 50 miles 80 km Check periodically thereafter W...

Page 40: ...e 24 Hydraulic reservoir volume 34 I Informative Labels 7 Introduction 2 Foreword 2 L Log Placement 27 Lubricants 31 M Machine Components 17 Machine Set up 25 Machine Specifications 37 Maintenance Decals 7 Maintenance hour interval 32 Maintenance Schedule 32 O Operating Hints 27 Operating Instructions 22 Before Starting the Engine 22 Engine Oil Level Check 24 Fuel Level Check 25 Log Placement 27 M...

Page 41: ...rm 13 Specifications 37 Common Bolt Torque Values 38 Hydraulic Fitting Torque 39 Machine Specifications 37 Wheel Lug Torque 39 WX540 WX540L 37 Splitter Operation Before Starting the Engine 22 Engine Oil Level Check 24 Fuel Level Check 25 Hydraulic Oil Level Check 24 Machine Break In 23 Pre operation Checklist 23 Splitting Wood 27 Starter 19 Stopping in an Emergency 26 Storing the Wood Splitter 30 ...

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