Wallenstein WXR720, Operator'S Manual

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Operating Instructions
WXR720/L, WXR740/L
Trailer Wood Splitter
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6.9 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.
NOTE: If using a tow vehicle, leaving the splitter
attached to it provides greater stability.
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Fig. 16 – WXR720, WXR720L Set-up
1. Jack Stand, Snap Lock Pin
2. Jack Stand
6.9.1 WXR720, WXR720L
1. Position the splitter next to the wood to be split.
2. If no tow vehicle is available, lower the jack stand and
chock the wheels so the machine is stable.
3. Make sure working area is clear of stones, branches or
other obstacles.
4. Precut logs to desired block size, ready to load onto splitter
bed.
5. Determine where the split wood is going to be piled. Make
sure that location does not interfere loading splitter.
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Fig. 17 – WXR740, WXR740L Set-up
1. Jack Stand, Snap Lock Pin
2. Jack Stand
The WXR740 Series splitters are designed with a pivoting main
frame that allows horizontal or fully vertical splitting.
NOTE:
If using a tow vehicle, leaving the splitter
attached to it provides greater stability.
6.9.2 WXR740, WXR740L
1. Position the splitter next to the wood to be split.
2. If no tow vehicle is available, lower the front crank jack and
the rear jack stand. Chock the wheels so the machine is
stable.
3. Make sure working area is clear of stones, branches or
other obstacles.
4. Precut logs to desired block size, ready to load onto splitter
bed.
5. Determine where the split wood is going to be piled. Make
sure that location does not interfere loading splitter.
6. To rotate the splitter to vertical, pull out the T-handle lock
and push the cylinder up.