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Safety

WXR545PL

Trailer Wood Splitter

Safety

2. Safety

2.1 Safety Alert Symbol

This Safety Alert Symbol means:

ATTENTION! BE ALERT!
YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!

The

Safety Alert Symbol

identifies important safety

messages on the Wallenstein wood splitter and in

the manual. When you see this symbol, be alert to

the possibility of personal injury or death. Follow the

instructions in the safety message.

2.2 Signal Words

The signal words

DANGER

WARNING

and

CAUTION

determine the seriousness level of the warning messages

in this manual. The appropriate signal word for each

message in this manual has been selected using the

following guidelines:

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 exposed when guards are

removed. It may also be used to alert against unsafe

practices.

CAUTION –

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not

avoided,

may

result in minor or moderate injury. It may

also be used to alert against unsafe practices.

IMPORTANT

– To avoid confusing equipment

protection with personal safety messages, a signal word

IMPORTANT indicates a situation that if not avoided,

could result in damage to the machine.

NOTE:

(plus text) – indicates an additional

explanation for an element of information.

Summary of Contents for WXR545PL

Page 1: ...OPERATOR S MANUAL TrailerWoodSplitter WXR545PL Part Number Z97127_OM W Rev May 2019 ...

Page 2: ...ovides two cylinder extend speeds that provide either high speed or high power This manual covers the WXR545PL trailer wood splitter The WXR545PL features horizontal 20 angled and vertical splitting Keep this manual handy for reference and to pass on to new operators or owners Call your Wallenstein dealer distributor or the factory if you need assistance information or additional copies of the man...

Page 3: ...0 5 2 Hydraulic Controls 21 5 3 Tilting Splitter Bed 22 6 Splitter Operation 22 6 1 Before Starting the Engine 22 6 2 Pre operation Checklist 23 6 3 Machine Break In 23 6 4 Engine Oil Level Check 24 6 5 Hydraulic Oil Level Check 24 6 6 Fuel Level Check 25 6 7 Engine Air Cleaner 25 6 8 Machine Set up 26 6 9 Starting the Engine 27 6 10 Stopping Procedure 28 6 11 Stopping in an Emergency 28 6 12 Log ...

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

Page 5: ... requesting service or other information The product information plate location is shown in the illustration For future convenience record the product Model and Serial Number in the spaces provided below Record Product Information Here Model Serial Number 00180 Model and Serial Number Location Fig 1 Product Information Plate Location typical for all models WXR545PL ...

Page 6: ...e 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 other...

Page 7: ...orial with a blue background and generally rectangular with single or multiple symbols This decal informs what Personal Protective Equipment is required for safe operation Informative Decals are generally pictorial with a white background and can vary in the number of panels This type of decal explains how a control works or offer operational information Product Decals indicate machine model and s...

Page 8: ...s 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 may al...

Page 9: ...and 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 following Hearing Protection P...

Page 10: ...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 how to stop the machine quickly in an emergency 4 If this machine is loaned or rented it is the mach...

Page 11: ... pieces to be thrown causing injury 12 For uneven cut logs always place the squares cut end against the splitting wedge 13 Never place any part of your body where it would be in danger if machine movement should occur during assembly installation operation maintenance repairing or moving 14 Before servicing or repairing the machine place it in a Safe Condition See page 10 2 9 Transport Safety 1 Co...

Page 12: ...ire dealer or repair service perform required tire maintenance 4 When replacing worn tires make sure they meet the original tire specifications Never install undersized tires 2 12 Hydraulic Safety 1 Make sure that all the components in the hydraulic system are kept in good condition and are clean 2 Before applying pressure to the system make sure all components are tight and that lines hoses and c...

Page 13: ... wire removed 14 DO NOT crank engine with spark plug removed If engine is flooded crank until engine starts 15 DO NOT strike flywheel with a hard object or metal tool as this may cause flywheel to shatter in operation Use proper tools to service engine 16 DO NOT operate engine without a muffler Inspect periodically and replace if necessary 17 DO NOT operate engine with an accumulation of grass lea...

Page 14: ...ly supported 6 When performing any service or maintenance work always use personal protective equipment 7 Where replacement parts are necessary use only OEM parts to restore your equipment to original specifications The manufacturer is not responsible for injuries or damages caused by use of unapproved parts or accessories 8 Inspect and tighten all bolts nuts and screws Check that all electrical a...

Page 15: ...yone else to use this wood splitter until such information has been reviewed Annually review this information before the season start up Make these periodic reviews of SAFETY and OPERATION a standard practice for all of your equipment We feel that an untrained operator is unqualified to use this machine A sign off sheet is provided for your record keeping to show that all personnel working with th...

Page 16: ...on the equipment 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 Sign Locations 00367 Z94 124 Z94 123 4 1 2 3 ...

Page 17: ...result in personal injury 3 3 Replacing Damaged Safety Signs 1 Keep safety signs clean and legible at all times 2 Replace safety signs that are missing or have become illegible 3 Parts that were replaced with a safety decal on them must also have the safety sign replaced 4 Replacement safety signs are available from your authorized Distributor or Dealer Parts Department or the factory 3 3 1 How to...

Page 18: ...litter 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 familia...

Page 19: ...ntrol Handle 4 Splitter Bed Spring Latch 5 Hydraulic Cylinder 6 Honda GX200 Engine 7 Product Manual Storage Tube 8 Crank Jack Stand 9 Trailer Tongue 10 Safety Chains 11 Engine Guard 12 Hydraulic Oil Reservoir 13 4 80 8 LRB SportTrail Tire 14 Mud Flaps 15 Width Guides 16 Stop Tail Turn Signal Lights 17 Rear Jack Stand 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 00182 ...

Page 20: ...ON Turn it counter clockwise to OFF to stop the engine 00187 Fig 5 Ignition Switch 5 1 2 Choke Lever The choke lever opens and closes the choke valve in the carburetor Place the choke lever in the CLOSED position 3 when starting a cold engine Move the choke lever to the OPEN position 2 after the engine starts When restarting a warm engine leave the lever in the OPEN position 00188 1 2 3 Fig 6 Chok...

Page 21: ...ists of a two stage hydraulic pump and a regenerative control valve Two extend speeds provide either High Speed 2 or High Power 1 High extend speed is achieved by cycling oil from the rod end of the cylinder through the control valve and reusing it at the base of the cylinder instead of returning to tank When retracting the cylinder a detent holds the lever until the wedge push block fully returns...

Page 22: ...the Tilting Splitter Bed have a pivoting main frame that allows the splitter to be used in the horizontal angled or vertical positions Position the splitter bed for the best application See Machine Set up on page 26 6 Splitter Operation Wallenstein WXR Trailer Wood Splitters are self contained machines designed to push a wedge through the wood to split it The WXR545PL splitter can be used in the v...

Page 23: ...s 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 3 Machine Break In Although there are no operati...

Page 24: ... Full Level Refer to the engine owner s manual included in the manual tube for further information on engine oils 6 5 Hydraulic Oil Level Check Check hydraulic oil level every 50 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 00199 1 2 Fig 12 Hydraulic Tank Oil Level Dipstick 1 ...

Page 25: ...e inside a building where gasoline fumes can come in contact with flames or sparks For fuel specification see Fluids and Lubricants on page 32 Refer to the engine manual for additional information on fuels 1 Clean the area around fuel tank cap Fill the tank to 1 2 12 mm below bottom of filler neck to provide space for any fuel expansion Do not overfill 2 Install fuel fill cap securely and wipe up ...

Page 26: ...ine where the split wood is going to be piled Make sure that location does not interfere loading splitter 00201 1 2 Fig 15 Set up 1 Crank Jack Snap Lock Pin 2 Jack Stand Change Splitter Bed from Horizontal to Angled Position 6 Pull back on the spring latch to release the locking mechanism Lift the frame using the handle on the end of the cylinder While raising the splitter release the spring latch...

Page 27: ... hazard Prolonged exposure to loud noise may cause permanent hearing loss Use suitable protection while operating the machine W016 Make sure the wood splitter is set up to work and otherwise ready to run 1 If the engine is cold close the choke push choke lever to the left To start a warm engine leave the choke open lever pushed to the right 00188 1 2 3 Fig 18 Choke Lever 1 Choke Lever 2 Choke OPEN...

Page 28: ...ing to work 6 Once the engine is warmed increase the throttle setting to MAX before beginning 6 10 Stopping Procedure 1 Stop loading material onto the splitter bed 2 Decrease engine speed to MIN 3 Turn the ignition switch OFF 6 11 Stopping in an Emergency In an emergency Turn the ignition switch OFF Correct fault situation before restarting engine and resuming work 6 12 Log Placement WARNING Risk ...

Page 29: ...ver when the log splits or cylinder reaches full stroke and stops 5 Pull the lever back to retract the push block or wedge The detent holds the lever until the cylinder fully retracts allowing hands free operation IMPORTANT Do not hold the valve lever to extend or retract the cylinder once it has reached the end of it stroke Doing so can overheat the oil and could damage the engine 6 If the log is...

Page 30: ... Fig 26 Lock Pin Fully Engaged Turn the fuel OFF when transporting 00278 Fig 27 Fuel Valve OFF Clean all debris from the splitter that could fall off in transport Check tire pressure Inspect for cuts or damaged rims Check lug nuts and re torque as necessary Inspect again after 20 25 mi 32 40 km Check weekly See page 39 Inspect and replace any axle dust caps that are missing damaged or leaking Alwa...

Page 31: ...e start of next season 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 Thoroughly wash the machine using a pressure washer to remove all dirt mud debris and residue 3 Inspect the wedge cylinder ram push block and wear plates for damage or en...

Page 32: ...her a research octane rating of 91 or higher 4 Hydraulic Oil Use Dexron III Automatic Transmission Fluid ATF Dexron VI or Mercon ATF are also acceptable substitutions 5 Storing Lubricants Your machine can operate at top efficiency only if clean lubricants are used Use clean containers to handle all lubricants Store them in an area protected from dust moisture and other contaminants 9 2 Maintenance...

Page 33: ...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 Grease Points Every 40 hours of operation or annually 1 Frame slide Location Grease Points Every 100 hours of operation or annually 2 Axle bearings one per side 00365 Fig 29 Grease Points 1 2 WXR545PL ...

Page 34: ...he hydraulic tank drain plug is located under the machine An Allen hex wrench is required to remove it 00208 Fig 30 Hydraulic Tank Drain Plug Procedure 1 Place a drain pan of suitable capacity under the drain plug 2 Clean the area around drain and remove the drain plug 3 Allow the oil to fully drain then flush the tank 4 Replace the plug and fill the tank with clean oil 5 Dispose of used oil in an...

Page 35: ...ir cleaner A dirty air filter can restrict air flow to the carburetor reducing engine performance If the engine is operated in very dusty areas clean the air filter more often than specified IMPORTANT Operating the engine without an air filter or with a damaged air filter can allow dirt to enter the engine causing rapid engine wear This type of damage is not covered by Warranty Inspection Remove t...

Page 36: ...ow 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 loos...

Page 37: ...e 2 stage Hydraulic Pump Flow 11 gpm 42 Lpm Bed Height 24 61 cm Wedge Height 9 23 cm Tire Size 4 80 8 LRB SportTrail 4on4 Tire Type Highway Safety Chains Standard Ball Hitch Size 2 0 Auto Return to Neutral Yes Splitter Orientation Horizontal Vertical Angled Average Cycle Time 5 seconds Full Cycle Time 10 3 seconds Weight 625 lb 283 kg Dimensions L x W x H 108 x 49 x 45 in 274 x 124 x 114 cm Access...

Page 38: ...rease 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 7 ...

Page 39: ...nt 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...

Page 40: ...ow to Install Safety Signs 17 Hydraulic Controls 21 High Power Position 1 22 High Speed Position 2 22 Retract Position 22 Stop Position 21 Hydraulic Fitting Torque 39 Hydraulic Oil 32 Hydraulic Oil Changing 34 Hydraulic Oil Level Check 24 Hydraulic Oil Type 25 I Ignition Switch 20 Informative Labels 7 Introduction 2 Foreword 2 L Log Placement 28 Lubricants 32 M Machine Components 19 Machine Set up...

Page 41: ...icants 32 Grease Points 33 Hydraulic Oil Changing 34 Hydraulic Oil Filter Changing 34 Maintenance Schedule 32 Sign off form 15 Specifications 37 Hydraulic Fitting Torque 39 Splitter Operation 22 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 Starter 21 Stopping in an Emergency 28 Stopping proce...

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