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     INTRODUCTION

Congratulations on your choice of an Wallenstein Log Grapple Trailer to compliment your operation.  This 

equipment has been designed and manufactured to meet the needs of a discerning timber or landscaping 

industry.

Safe, efficient and trouble free operation of your Wallenstein Log Grapple Trailer requires that you and 

anyone else who will be using or maintaining the Trailer, read and understand the Safety, Operation, 

Maintenance and Trouble Shooting information contained within the Operator's Manual.

This manual covers the Wallenstein Log Grapple Trailer.  Use the Table of Contents or Index as a guide to 

locate required information.

Keep this manual handy for frequent reference and to pass on to new operators or owners.  Call your 

Wallenstein dealer or the Distributer if you need assistance, information or additional copies of the manu-

als.

OPERATOR ORIENTATION 

- The directions left, right, front and rear, as mentioned throughout this 

manual, are determined when standing at the operating station and looking over the machine.

Summary of Contents for LT100

Page 1: ...ety Operation Maintenance and Trouble Shooting information contained within the Operator s Manual This manual covers the Wallenstein Log Grapple Trailer Use the Table of Contents or Index as a guide to locate required information Keep this manual handy for frequent reference and to pass on to new operators or owners Call your Wallenstein dealer or the Distributer if you need assistance information...

Page 2: ...9 9283 or Fax 519 699 4146 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 func tional purposes cannot be guarded WARNING Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that if not avoided could result in death or serious injury and ...

Page 3: ...ts can be avoided A person who has not read and understood all using and safety instructions is not qualified to use the machine An untrained operator exposes himself and bystanders to possible serious injury or death Do not modify the equipment in any way Unauthorized modification may impair the function and or safety and could affect the life of the equipment Think SAFETY Work SAFELY 1 Read and ...

Page 4: ...lowed to work with this equipment Do not allow persons to use or assemble this unit until they have read this manual and have developed a thorough understanding of the safety precautions and of how it works Review the safety instructions with all users annually 6 This equipment is dangerous to children and persons unfamiliar with its operation The operator should be a responsible properly trained ...

Page 5: ... Train all new personnel and review instruc tions frequently with existing workers Be certain only a properly trained and physically able person will use the machinery A person who has not read and understood all using and safety instructions is not qualified to use the machine An untrained operator exposes himself and bystanders to possible serious in jury or death If the elderly are assisting wi...

Page 6: ...or s position exceeds 80db Noise over 85db on a long term basis can cause severe hearing loss Noise over 90db adjacent to the Operator over a long term ba sis may cause permanent total hearing loss NOTE Hearing loss from loud noise from tractors chain saws radios and other such sources close to the ear is cumulative over a lifetime without hope of natural recovery 4 Clear working area of stones br...

Page 7: ...ire extinguisher and first aid kit should be kept readily accessible while performing main tenance on this equipment 9 Periodically tighten all bolts nuts and screws and check that all electrical and fuel connections are properly secured to ensure unit is in a safe condition 10 When completing a maintenance or service function make sure all safety shields and devices are installed before placing u...

Page 8: ...epairing or moving 8 Lower grapple and boom place all controls in neutral stop engine remove ignition key and wait for all moving parts to stop before servic ing adjusting repairing or maintaining 9 Install boom lock pin before moving storing or transporting 10 Do not run machine inside a closed building to prevent asphyxiation from engine exhaust 11 Extend stabilizers to support frame during load...

Page 9: ...pressure on hydraulic system before maintaining or working on system 2 12 STORAGE SAFETY 1 Store the unit in an area away from human activity 2 Do not allow children to play on or around the stored machine 3 Store the unit in a dry level area Support the frame with planks if required 2 13 TRANSPORT SAFETY 1 Comply with state and local laws governing safety and transporting of machinery on public r...

Page 10: ... FAST position and crank until engine starts 15 DO NOT strike flywheel with a hard object or metal tool as this may cause flywheel to shat ter in operation Use proper tools to service engine 16 DO NOT operate engine without a muffler Inspect periodically and replace if necessary If engine is equipped with a muffler deflector inspect periodically and replace if necessary with correct deflector 17 D...

Page 11: ...anyone else to use this trailer 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 who will be working...

Page 12: ...horized dealer 3 SAFETY SIGN LOCATIONS The types of safety signs and locations 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 A B A B C Z94031 Z94032 ...

Page 13: ...om your authorized dealer The types of safety signs and locations 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 C D A B C D Z94033 Z94034 ...

Page 14: ...ovide maximum field efficiency By following the using instructions in conjunction with a good mainte nance program your Log Grapple Trailer will provide many years of trouble free service 4 1 TO THE NEW OPERATOR OR OWNER OPERATING SAFETY Read Operator s Manual before using Lower grapple and boom place all controls in neutral stop engine remove ignition key and wait for all moving parts to stop bef...

Page 15: ...e front of the frame behind the front frame All hydraulic power is provided by a small gas engine mounted on the front of the frame or by a tractor Stabilizers are mounted to the front corners of the frame and are extended for loading to provide extra stability Fig 1 PRINCIPLE COMPONENTS A Trailer Frame B Front Frame C Boom D Dipper E Grapple F Grapple Pivot G Stabilizers H Controls J Gas Engine K...

Page 16: ...ECKLIST Efficient and safe operation of the Wallenstein Log Grapple Trailer requires that each operator reads and understands the using procedures and all re lated safety precautions outlined in this section A pre operation checklist is provided for the opera tor It is important for both the personal safety and maintaining good mechanical condition that this checklist is followed Before operating ...

Page 17: ...uipped with a valve between the fuel tank and the carburator Slide the fuel valve toward the block to turn ON and away to turn OFF Turn the fuel OFF before transporting c Throttle This lever controls the engine RPM Move the lever laterally to increase or decrease the RPM Always run at maxi mum throttle while operating d Choke The choke controls the fuel air mixture to the engine Close the choke wh...

Page 18: ...om and it will stay in position c Center Lever Grapple Position This 2 position spring loaded to neutral center lever controls the flow of oil to the grapple Push on the lever and hold to open the grapple Pull and hold to close the grapple Release the lever and it will return to its centered neutral position The grapple will stop opening and closing d Right Center Lever Dipper Outer Boom and Grapp...

Page 19: ...to the machine 3 Slowly back the tractor until the hitch and drawbar are aligned 4 Use the jack to place the hitch at the correct height 5 Back the tractor up until the holes are aligned 6 Stop tractor engine set park brake remove ignition key and wait for all moving parts to stop before dismounting 7 Install the drawbar pin and retainer 8 Attach the safety chain securely to the draw bar cage to p...

Page 20: ... for all moving parts to stop before servicing adjusting repairing or maintaining Install boom lock pin before moving storing or transporting Extend stabilizers to support frame during loading and unloading Position the trailer to provide a firm base for the stabilizer pads before loading or unload ing Fully extend the stabilizers before operating Stay away from overhead utilities and ob struction...

Page 21: ...on the starting rope to start engine f Run the engine for a few minutes to allow it to warm g Gradually open the choke h Increase engine speed to 3 4 throttle i Lower stabilizers and proceed with work 6 Stopping a Clamp grapple to trailer frame or log b Slow engine RPM c Stop engine using ignition switch 7 Emergency Stopping Stop machine engine if an emer gency occurs Correct emergency situation b...

Page 22: ... expe rienced operators at the start of a new season move the trailer to an open area without obstructions or bystanders to practice moving the boom dipper and grapple Practice moving and manipulat ing each component to be familiar and comfortable with how they function Time invested in training and practice will insure a more efficient operation and a safer working environment Fig 8 STABILIZERS L...

Page 23: ... longitudinal position of the log or wood c Open grapple and lower over log d Close grapple lift log and slowly swing and align over the trailer e Lower and release log f Repeat with the next log s until loaded g Do not load trailer above rated capacity IMPORTANT Estimate the position of the log center of gravity to keep it balanced when moving lifting or swinging First Log Second Log Lifting and ...

Page 24: ... d Rotate the grapple so the jaws are at right angles to the longitudinal axis of the log e Open the jaws and lower the grapple f Close grapple and lift load log g Slowly swing the load log away from the trailer and lower it to the ground h Open the jaws and release the log i Repeat with the next log s until unloading is completed j Stow grapple by clamping to trailer frame IMPORTANT Estimate the ...

Page 25: ...tay at least 50 feet 15 m away from power lines Remember electrocution can occur without direct contact 13 Load Distribution Always place the load in the centre of the trail er to maintain a balanced weight distribution on the tires and trailer frame The best results are obtained when the logs area placed on the side opposite where the load is picked up 14 Tie Downs Do not pile the load above the ...

Page 26: ...d on the high side to reduce the ten dency to tip Always extend stabilizers and be sure that the soil under them provides sufficient sup port for the frame during operation 16 Operator Safety Area The boom and dipper can extend a con siderable distance from the control panel Do not lift or move the load or log over people animals when operating Keep others away Stop operation immediately if anyone...

Page 27: ...tank is located on the engine Do not overfill Do not smoke when refuelling 18 Cleaning Clean the machine frequently to prevent a build up of dust chips and trash on the frame Aclean machine reduces the chance of rusting and fire Fig 15 CLEANING ...

Page 28: ...ctrocution can occur without direct contact c Always fully extend the stabilizers to provide stability to the machine during operation Be sure the area under the stabilizers can pro vide the required support d Place chocks in front of and behind the tractor tires if operating in rugged steep terrain to be sure the trailer does not move when loading or unloading e Do not swing the log over people o...

Page 29: ...river Always yield to oncoming traffic in all situations including narrow bridges intersections etc Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing roadways Never allow riders on the machine When transporting the machine review and follow these instructions 1 Clear the area of bystanders especially small children 2 Check that all the lights and reflectors required by the highway authorities are ...

Page 30: ...30 8 Clamp the grapple to the back of the trailer frame or a log Do not let it swing free Fig 19 GRAPPLE Frame Log ...

Page 31: ...pect all moving parts for entangled mate rial Remove all entangled material 7 Check the condition of the hydraulic compo nents Tighten or replace leaking fittings 8 Touch up all paint nicks and scratches to pre vent rusting 9 It is best to store the machine inside If that is not possible cover with a waterproof tarpaulin and tie down securely 10 Store in an area away from human activity 11 Do not ...

Page 32: ...ured to ensure unit is in a safe condition When completing a maintenance or service function make sure all safety shields and devices are installed before placing unit in service 5 SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE 5 1 SERVICE 5 1 1 FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS 1 Grease Use an SAE multipurpose high temperature grease with extreme pressure EP perform ance Also acceptable is an SAE multipur pose lithium base grease ...

Page 33: ...itions Severe or unusual condi tions may require more frequent lubrication or oil changes 8 Hours or Daily 1 Check engine oil level 2 Check fuel level 3 Check hydraulic reservoir oil level sight glass 40 Hours or Weekly 1 Clean engine air cleaner Fig 21 ENGINE Fig 22 ENGINE AIR CLEANER ...

Page 34: ... Weekly 2 Grease stabilizer pivot pins 3 locations each stabilizer 3 Grease boom dipper and grapple pivots points a Boom lift pivots b Dipper extend pivots c Grapple pivot d Grapple cylinder pivots Fig 24 PIVOTS Right Left Boom Grapple ...

Page 35: ...35 Fig 25 DRAIN PLUG Fig 26 HYDRAULIC SYSTEM OIL FILTER 100 Hours or Annually 1 Change engine oil 2 Check tire pressure 3 Change hydraulic system oil filter ...

Page 36: ...36 Fig 27 AIR CLEANER 100 Hours or Annually 5 Replace engine air cleaner 6 Change hydraulic system oil 7 Clean machine Fig 28 HYDRAULIC RESERVOIR Fig 29 MACHINE ...

Page 37: ... SERVICED BY MAINTENANCE 8 Hours or Daily CK Engine Oil Level CK Fuel Level CK Hydraulic Oil Res Level 40 Hours or Weekly CL Air Cleaner G Stabilizer Pivots Points G Boom Pivots Points G Dipper Extend Pivot Points G Grapple Pivot G Grapple Cylinder Pivots 100 Hours or Annually CH Engine Oil CK Tire Pressure CH Hydraulic System Oil Filter R Air Cleaner CH Hydraulic System Oil CL Machine ...

Page 38: ...EANER 1 Review the Operator s Manual for the engine 2 Place all controls in neutral stop engine and remove ignition key and place in pocket before maintaining 3 Remove the cover over the air cleaner 4 Remove the filter from the engine 5 Use an air house to blow the dust and debris out of the filter 6 Install filter 7 Install and secure the cover Fig 30 AIR CLEANER ...

Page 39: ...ine is warm to keep the con taminants in suspension 4 Place a pan under the drain plug 5 Remove the drain plug and allow the oil to drain for 10 minutes 6 Install and tighten the drain plug 7 Dispose of the used oil in an ap proved container 8 Fill the crankcase with the specified oil 9 Run the engine for 1 2 minutes and check for oil leaks 10 If leaks are found around the drain plug tighten sligh...

Page 40: ...plug and allow the oil to drain for 10 minutes 5 Install and tighten the drain plug 6 Dispose of the used oil in an approved container 7 Remove oil filter 8 Apply a light coat of oil to the O ring and install the replacement filter Snug up by hand and then tighten 1 2 turn 9 Fill the reservoir with the specified oil 10 Run the machine for 1 2 minutes and check for oil leaks 11 If leaks are found a...

Page 41: ...r is designed to lift load and transport wood or logs out of the woods or woodlot It is a simple and reliable system that requires minimal maintenance In the following section we have listed many of the problems causes and solutions to the problems that you may encounter If you encounter a problem that is difficult to solve even after having read through this trouble shooting section please call y...

Page 42: ...c Flow 2 gpm 7 5 lpm 5 gpm 18 lpm Axle Capacity 9800 lb 4445 kg 20 000 lbs 9072 kg Load Capacity 4900 lb 2222 6 kg 10 000 lbs 4536 kg Overall Length 13 feet 4 m 17 8 feet 5 4 m Overall Width 64 in 1626 mm 69 in 1752 6 mm Overall Height 58 in 1473 mm 118 in 2997 mm Load Length 8 feet 2 4 m 11 feet 3 35 m Dipper Cylinder 2 5 in 63 5 mm 3 5 in 89 mm Main Boom Cylinder 3 in 76 2 mm 4 in 101 6 mm Stabi...

Page 43: ... 72 110 155 215 390 570 850 9 19 33 53 80 115 160 290 420 630 17 36 63 100 155 220 305 540 880 1320 12 27 45 75 115 165 220 400 650 970 8 8 N m lb ft Bolt Torque Bolt Diameter A 10 9 N m lb ft M3 M4 M5 M6 M8 M10 M12 M14 M16 M20 M24 M30 M36 5 3 6 10 25 50 90 140 225 435 750 1495 2600 4 2 2 4 7 18 37 66 103 166 321 553 1103 1917 1 8 4 5 9 15 35 70 125 200 310 610 1050 2100 3675 1 3 3 3 7 11 26 52 92...

Page 44: ...renches Place one wrench on the connector body and with the second tighten the swivel nut to the torque shown The torque values shown are based on lubricated connections as in reassembly Tube Nut Size Torque Recommended Size Across Value Turns To Tighten OD Flats After Finger Tightening in in N m lb ft Flats Turn 3 16 7 16 8 6 1 1 6 1 4 9 16 12 9 1 1 6 5 16 5 8 16 12 1 1 6 3 8 11 16 24 18 1 1 6 1 ...

Page 45: ...torage Safety 9 Transporting 9 Safety Sign Locations 12 Service and Maintenance 32 Maintenance 38 Service 32 Specifications 42 Bolt Torque 43 Hydraulic Fitting Torque 44 Mechanical 42 T Trouble Shooting 41 I Index 45 Introduction 1 O Operation 14 Attaching Unhooking 19 Controls 17 Field Operation 20 Machine Break In 16 Machine Components 15 Pre Operation Checklist 16 Storage 31 To the New Operator...

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