WXR545PL
Trailer Wood Splitter
Introduction
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Table of Contents
1. Introduction ............................................................2
Foreword .........................................................2
Delivery Inspection Report ..............................4
Serial Number Location ...................................5
Warranty ..........................................................6
Decal Information ............................................7
2. Safety ......................................................................8
Safety Alert Symbol .........................................8
Signal Words ...................................................8
Why is SAFETY important? .............................9
Safety Rules ....................................................9
Equipment Safety Guidelines ........................10
Safety Training ..............................................10
Be Prepared ..................................................10
Operating Safety ............................................11
Transport Safety ............................................11
2.10 Refueling Safety ............................................12
2.11 Tire Safety .....................................................12
2.12 Hydraulic Safety ............................................12
2.13 Gas Engine Safety .........................................13
2.14 Maintenance Safety .......................................14
2.15 Sign-Off Form ................................................15
3. Safety Signs .........................................................16
Safety Sign Locations ....................................16
Safety Sign Explanations ...............................17
Replacing Damaged Safety Signs .................17
4. Familiarization......................................................18
To the New Operator .....................................18
Machine Components ....................................19
5. Controls ...............................................................20
Engine Controls .............................................20
Hydraulic Controls .........................................21
Tilting Splitter Bed .........................................22
6. Splitter Operation ................................................22
Before Starting the Engine ............................22
Pre-operation Checklist .................................23
Machine Break-In ..........................................23
Engine Oil Level Check .................................24
Hydraulic Oil Level Check .............................24
Fuel Level Check ...........................................25
Engine Air Cleaner ........................................25
Machine Set-up .............................................26
Starting the Engine ........................................27
6.10 Stopping Procedure .......................................28
6.11 Stopping in an Emergency ............................28
6.12 Log Placement ...............................................28
6.13 Operating Hints ..............................................29
7. Transporting .........................................................30
Prepare for Transport ....................................30
Connecting a Tow Vehicle .............................31
8. Storing the Wood Splitter ...................................31
Removing from Storage .................................31
9. Service and Maintenance ....................................32
Fluids and Lubricants ....................................32
Maintenance Schedule ..................................32
Grease Points ................................................33
Hydraulic Oil – Changing ...............................34
Hydraulic Oil Filter – Changing ......................34
Engine Air Cleaner ........................................35
Electrical System – General ..........................35
10. Troubleshooting .................................................36
11. Specifications.....................................................37
11.1 Machine Specifications ..................................37
11.2 Common Bolt Torque Values ........................38
11.3 Hydraulic Fitting Torque ................................39
11.4 Wheel Lug Torque .........................................39
12. Alphabetical Index .............................................40