2.
Push both splitter control levers down into detent to begin
the Auto Cycle.
•
The push block extends to split the wood, then retracts.
Both control levers reset to neutral when the auto-cycle
completes.
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Fig. 39 –
Push Both Control Levers Down
•
At the end of the cylinder stroke, the
extend
control lever
kicks out of detent to neutral and the cylinder then retracts.
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Fig. 40 –
Cylinder Retracts
•
When the cylinder has fully retracted, the
retract
control
lever kicks out to neutral and the push block is set for the
next cycle.
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Fig. 41 –
Reset for the next cycle
Winch the log up to the guide again to make the next cut.
Continue cutting and splitting to finish the log.
6.12 Next Log
As the first log finishes, it will be too short to winch in. At this
point, winch in another log behind the first one and use it to
push the first log into the cutting area.
1.
Make sure the first log in the Wood Processor is stable,
then release the rope and hook.
2.
Pull the rope out to the second log.
3.
Wrap the winch strap around log. You may need to roll the
log onto the strap using a log peavey.
4.
Attach the winch hook onto the winch strap.
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Fig. 42 –
Use second log to push first one
5.
Engage winch drive mechanism with the winch gear lever.
6.
Use the winch to pull log into log lead in chute up against
the first log. Use it to push the first log up to the cutting
guide.
7.
After a few cuts, reposition the winch strap to the far end of
the second log, and continue winching and cutting.
WP245 / WP275
3-Point Hitch Firewood Processor
Operating Instructions
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