WX530
Trailer Wood Splitter
Introduction
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Table of Contents
1. Introduction ............................................................2
1.1 Foreword ..................................................................... 2
1.2 Delivery Inspection Report ............................................ 4
1.3 Serial Number Location ................................................ 5
1.4 Warranty ...................................................................... 6
1.5 Types of Decals on the Machine ................................... 7
2. Safety ......................................................................8
2.1 Safety Alert Symbol ...................................................... 8
2.2 Signal Words................................................................ 8
2.3 Why is SAFETY important? ........................................... 9
2.4 Safety Rules ................................................................. 9
2.5 Equipment Safety Guidelines ...................................... 10
2.6 Safety Training ........................................................... 10
2.7 Refueling Safety ......................................................... 10
2.8 Tire Safety .................................................................. 10
2.9 Hydraulic Safety ......................................................... 10
2.10 Gas Engine Safety ...................................................... 11
2.11 Being Prepared ........................................................... 12
3. Safety Signs .........................................................14
3.1 Safety Sign Explanations ............................................ 14
3.2 Safety Sign Explanations ............................................ 15
4. Familiarization......................................................16
4.1 To the New Operator .................................................. 16
4.2 Machine Components ................................................. 17
5. Controls ...............................................................18
5.1 Engine ........................................................................ 18
5.2 Hydraulic Valve .......................................................... 19
5.3 Stroke Limiter Accessory ............................................ 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 Transporting ............................................................... 29
6.15 Connecting a Tow Vehicle .......................................... 30
6.16 Storing the Wood Splitter ............................................ 30
6.17 Removing from Storage .............................................. 30
7. Service and Maintenance ....................................31
7.1 Maintenance Safety .................................................... 31
7.2 Fluids and Lubricants ................................................. 31
7.3 Maintenance Schedule ............................................... 32
7.4 Grease Points ............................................................. 33
7.5 Hydraulic Oil – Changing ............................................ 34
7.6 Hydraulic Oil Filter – Changing .................................... 34
7.7 Engine Air Cleaner ...................................................... 35
8. Troubleshooting ...................................................36
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9.1 Machine Specifications ............................................... 37
9.2 Common Bolt Torque Values ...................................... 38
9.3 Hydraulic Fitting Torque .............................................. 39
9.4 Wheel Lug Torque ...................................................... 39
10. Alphabetical Index .............................................40