Wallenstein WXR720 Operator's Manual

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OPERATOR'S MANUAL
WXR720 S/N 720124 & Up
WXR720L S/N 720124 & Up
WXR740 S/N 740378 & Up
WXR740L S/N 740384 & Up
WXR 720/L, WXR 740/L
Trailer Wood Splitter
Rev Feb-2020
Part Number: Z97105_En

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  • Page 1 OPERATOR'S MANUAL WXR720 S/N 720124 & Up WXR720L S/N 720124 & Up WXR740 S/N 740378 & Up WXR740L S/N 740384 & Up WXR 720/L, WXR 740/L Trailer Wood Splitter Rev Feb-2020 Part Number: Z97105_En...
  • Page 2: Introduction

    The valve provides two cylinder- extend speeds that provide either high speed or high power. This manual covers both the Wallenstein WXR720 and WXR740 Series of trailer wood splitters. • The WXR720 is horizontal splitting only.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    WXR720/L, WXR740/L Introduction Trailer Wood Splitter Table of Contents 1. Introduction ............2 7. Storing the Wood Splitter ........31 1.1 Foreword .............2 7.1 Removing from Storage ........31 1.2 Delivery Inspection Report ........4 8. Service and Maintenance ........32 1.3 Serial Number Location ........5 8.1 Maintenance Safety ..........32...
  • Page 4: Delivery Inspection Report

    WXR720/L, WXR740/L Introduction Trailer Wood Splitter 1.2 Delivery Inspection Report WALLENSTEIN WXR720 / WXR740 Series Trailer Wood Splitters To activate warranty, register your product online at http://www.wallensteinequipment.com _________________________________________ Pre-delivery Inspection Customer’s Name Inspect for damage from shipping. Immediately contact the shipping company if damage is found.
  • Page 5: Serial Number Location

    WXR720/L, WXR740/L Introduction Trailer Wood Splitter 1.3 Serial Number Location Always provide the model and serial number of your Wallenstein product when ordering parts, or requesting service or other information. The product information plate location is shown in the illustration.
  • Page 6: Decal Information

    (how to avoid the hazard). Product Decals indicate machine model and serial number, and other important information. Manufactured by: Wallenstein Equipment Inc., 7201 Line 86, Wallenstein ON N0B2S0, Canada MODEL: ########## TYPE OF VEHICLE/TYPE DE VEHICLE: TRA / REM...
  • Page 7: Safety

    YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED! The Safety Alert Symbol identifies important safety messages on the Wallenstein wood splitter and in the manual. When you see this symbol, be alert to the possibility of personal injury or death. Follow the instructions in the safety message.
  • Page 8: Why Is Safety Important

    • Have a fire extinguisher available for use should the need arise. Know how to use it. The policy of Wallenstein Equipment Inc. is to produce products that are safe and reliable. However, even when using well- engineered equipment, there is always an element of risk. To minimize the risks and promote safety at all times, this section of the operator’s manual details a number of safety rules that...
  • Page 9: Equipment Safety Guidelines

    WXR720/L, WXR740/L Safety Trailer Wood Splitter 2.5 Equipment Safety Guidelines operators expose themselves and bystanders to possible serious injury or death. If elderly people are assisting with the work, their physical limitations need to be recognized Always place the machine in a Safe Condition before and accommodated.
  • Page 10: Refueling Safety

    WXR720/L, WXR740/L Safety Trailer Wood Splitter 2.8 Refueling Safety • Wear proper hand and eye protection when searching for a high-pressure hydraulic leak. Use a piece of wood • Engine fuel is highly flammable. Handle with care. or cardboard as a backstop instead of •...
  • Page 11: Be Prepared

    WXR720/L, WXR740/L Safety Trailer Wood Splitter • DO NOT strike flywheel with a hard object or metal tool as • Perform the Pre-operation Checklist procedure before this may cause flywheel to shatter in operation. Use proper starting work (see Pre-operation Checklist on page 35).
  • Page 12 WXR720/L, WXR740/L Safety Trailer Wood Splitter 2.12.1 Sign-Off Form The design and manufacture of this product conforms to relative provisions in the following standards: Anyone using this machine must read and thoroughly understand all Safety, Operation and Maintenance information ISO 4254-1 Agricultural machinery – Safety in this manual.
  • Page 13: Safety Signs

    WXR720/L, WXR740/L Safety Signs Trailer Wood Splitter 3. Safety Signs 3.1 Safety Sign Locations and 3. WARNING! Explanations Pinch point / crushing danger! Keep your hands away from all moving parts during and after split operation! The types of safety signs and locations on the equipment are Never try to clear a jammed log with shown in the illustrations that follow.
  • Page 14: Replacing Damaged Safety Signs

    WXR720/L, WXR740/L Safety Signs Trailer Wood Splitter 3.2 Replacing Damaged Safety Signs • Always replace safety signs that are missing or have become illegible. Replacement safety signs are available from your authorized distributor, dealer parts department, or the factory. • Keep safety signs clean and legible at all times.
  • Page 15: Familiarization

    WXR720/L, WXR740/L Familiarization Trailer Wood Splitter 4. Familiarization 4.1 To the New Operator It is the responsibility of the owner or operator to read this manual and to train all other operators before they start working with the machine. Follow all safety instructions exactly.
  • Page 16: Machine Components

    WXR720/L, WXR740/L Familiarization Trailer Wood Splitter 4.2 Machine Components WXR720, WXR720L 00618 Fig. 3 – WXR720, WXR720L Wood Splitter Components 1. Hydraulic Cylinder 2. Splitter Control Handle 3. Sliding Push Block 4. Non-tilting Splitter Bed 5. Splitter Wedge 6. Trailer Tongue 7.
  • Page 17 WXR720/L, WXR740/L Familiarization Trailer Wood Splitter WXR740, WXR740L 00619 Fig. 4 – WXR740, WXR740L Wood Splitter Components 1. Tilting Splitter Bed 2. Sliding Wedge 3. Splitter Control Handle 4. Splitter Bed Spring Latch 5. Hydraulic Cylinder 6. Honda GX200 Engine 7.
  • Page 18: Controls

    WXR720/L, WXR740/L Controls Trailer Wood Splitter 5. Controls 5.1.2 Choke Lever IMPORTANT! Before starting work with the wood splitter, become familiar with the location and function of all The choke lever opens and closes the choke valve in the controls.
  • Page 19 WXR720/L, WXR740/L Controls Trailer Wood Splitter 00190 Fig. 8 – Fuel Valve Lever 00203 1. Fuel Shut-off Valve Lever Fig. 10 – Recoil Starter 2. ON Position 3. OFF Position 5.1.4 Throttle Lever This lever controls the engine speed. Move the lever side to side to increase or decrease engine rpm.
  • Page 20: Hydraulic Valve

    WXR720/L, WXR740/L Controls Trailer Wood Splitter 5.2 Hydraulic Valve The WXR Series wood splitters are equipped with 2X2– Speed FIREBOLT technology. The FIREBOLT system consists of a two-stage hydraulic pump and a regenerative control valve. Two extend speeds provide either High Speed (2) or High Power (1).
  • Page 21: Stroke Limiter Accessory

    WXR720/L, WXR740/L Controls Trailer Wood Splitter 5.3 Stroke Limiter Accessory Use the Stroke Limiter accessory to shorten the cylinder return time. Shortening the return stroke improves productivity. Setting Stroke Limiter 1. Place a typical sized log on the splitter bed.
  • Page 22: Operating Instructions

    • The WXR720 splitter models operate in the horizontal moving. configuration only. • Before servicing or repairing the machine, place it in a Safe •...
  • Page 23: Pre-Operation Checklist

    Trailer Wood Splitter 6.3 Pre-operation Checklist 6.4 Machine Break-In Efficient and safe operation of the Wallenstein wood splitter Although there are no operational restrictions on the wood requires that each operator reads and understands the operating splitter when used for the first time, it is recommended that the...
  • Page 24: Hydraulic Oil Level Check

    WXR720/L, WXR740/L Operating Instructions Trailer Wood Splitter 00617 Fig. 13 – Hydraulic Tank Oil Level Dipstick IMPORTANT! Do not operate machine if oil level is not 00616 visible on the dipstick. Damage to the pump and other components can occur.
  • Page 25: Fuel Level Check

    WXR720/L, WXR740/L Operating Instructions Trailer Wood Splitter 6.6.1 Adding Hydraulic Oil to the Tank 6.8 Engine Air Cleaner The hydraulic system uses Dexron® III ATF. A dirty air filter can restrict air flow to the carburetor, reducing engine performance. If the engine is operated in very dusty 1.
  • Page 26: Machine Set-Up

    00200 1. Position the splitter next to the wood to be split. Fig. 16 – WXR720, WXR720L Set-up 2. If no tow vehicle is available, lower the front crank jack and the rear jack stand. Chock the wheels so the machine is 1.
  • Page 27: Starting The Engine

    WXR720/L, WXR740/L Operating Instructions Trailer Wood Splitter 2. If the engine is cold, close the choke (push choke lever to the left). To start a warm engine, leave the choke open (lever pushed to the right). 00188 00623 Fig. 20 – Choke Lever Fig.
  • Page 28: Stopping The Engine

    WXR720/L, WXR740/L Operating Instructions Trailer Wood Splitter 6.12 Log Placement Return the starter grip gently. WARNING! Risk of pinching or crushing hazard between the wedge or push block and the log! Never place hands at the ends of the log.
  • Page 29: Splitting Logs

    WXR720/L, WXR740/L Operating Instructions Trailer Wood Splitter 6.13 Splitting Logs WARNING! Risk of pinching or crushing hazard! The worker loading the splitter MUST be the only one in control of the hydraulic cylinder and splitting wedge. Only one worker should operate and load the wood splitter.
  • Page 30: Transporting

    WXR720/L, WXR740/L Operating Instructions Trailer Wood Splitter 6.14 Transporting 6.14.2 Connecting a Tow Vehicle 1. Keep bystanders are clear of the machine. 6.14.1 Prepare for Transport 2. Make sure there is enough room and clearance to safely • On WXR740 Series splitters, make sure the pivoting main back up to the machine.
  • Page 31: Storing The Wood Splitter

    WXR720/L, WXR740/L Storing the Wood Splitter Trailer Wood Splitter 7. Storing the Wood Splitter After the season's use and the wood splitter is going to be put away in storage, it should be thoroughly inspected and prepared. Repair or replace any worn or damaged components to prevent any unnecessary down time at the start of next season.
  • Page 32: Service And Maintenance

    WXR720/L, WXR740/L Service and Maintenance Trailer Wood Splitter 8. Service and Maintenance placing splitter in service. WARNING! • When cleaning any parts, do not use gasoline. Use a cleanser designed for that purpose. Risk of serious personal injury. Stop engine before performing ANY service or maintenance •...
  • Page 33: Maintenance Schedule

    WXR720/L, WXR740/L Service and Maintenance Trailer Wood Splitter 8.3 Maintenance Schedule Perform maintenance procedures at time shown or hour interval, whichever comes first. As Required Check the condition of all hydraulic lines, hoses and fittings. Replace any that are damaged.
  • Page 34: Grease Points

    WXR720/L, WXR740/L Service and Maintenance Trailer Wood Splitter 8.4 Grease Points Every 40 hours of operation Location or annually Use a hand-held grease gun for all greasing. Pump one shot of grease per fitting. Frame slide • Wipe grease fitting with a clean cloth before greasing to avoid injecting dirt and grit.
  • Page 35: Hydraulic Oil - Changing

    W028 A 3/8" Allen (hex) wrench is required to remove them. NOTE: Earlier models had one drain plug. 00627 Fig. 35 – WXR720 Series 00929 Fig. 34 – Hydraulic Tank Drain Plugs Procedure 1. Place a drain pan of suitable capacity under the drain plugs.
  • Page 36: Engine Air Cleaner

    WXR720/L, WXR740/L Service and Maintenance Trailer Wood Splitter Procedure 8.8 Electrical System – General 1. Place a drain pan under the filter head. (As equipped) 2. Remove the oil filter. An oil filter wrench may be required. IMPORTANT! When assembling or replacing wire 3.
  • Page 37: Troubleshooting

    The following table lists some problems that may be manual tube. encountered, with possible causes and solutions. If a problem persists after reading through the Troubleshooting section, contact the local dealer, distributor or Wallenstein Equipment. Have the machine serial number ready. Problem Cause Solution Oil filter plugged.
  • Page 38: Specifications

    WXR720/L, WXR740/L Specifications Trailer Wood Splitter 9. Specifications 9.1 Machine Specifications Model WXR720/L WXR740/L Mounting Trailer Mounted Engine Model Honda GX200 196 CC Engine Displacement 4.5" (114 mm) Cylinder Diameter 24" (610 mm) Cylinder Stroke 27 Ton Splitting Force 4-postion, Spring-loaded To neutral...
  • Page 39: Common Bolt Torque Values

    WXR720/L, WXR740/L Specifications Trailer Wood Splitter 9.2 Common Bolt Torque Values Checking Bolt Torque Imperial Bolt Torque Specifi   cations The tables shown give correct torque values for various Torque Value bolts and capscrews. Tighten all bolts to the torque Bolt values specified in the table, unless indicated otherwise.
  • Page 40: Hydraulic Fitting Torque

    WXR720/L, WXR740/L Specifications Trailer Wood Splitter 9.3 Hydraulic Fitting Torque Hydraulic Fitting Torque Tightening Flare Type Tube Fittings Tube Size Flats From Size Torque value 1. Check flare and flare seat for defects that might Across Finger Tight cause leakage.
  • Page 41: Warranty

    Warranty Trailer Wood Splitter 10. Warranty LIMITED WARRANTY Wallenstein products are warranted to be free of defects in materials and workmanship under normal use and service, for a period of Five Years for Consumer Use Two Years for Commercial/Rental Use from the date of purchase, when operated and maintained in accordance with the operating and maintenance instructions supplied with the unit.
  • Page 42: Alphabetical Index

    11. Alphabetical Index Hydraulic Oil Level Check ........... 24 Hydraulic Oil Type ............... 25 Adding Hydraulic Oil to the Tank ......... 25 Hydraulic reservoir volume..........35 Air Cleaner Inspection ............25 Angled Splitter Bed ............. 27 Ignition Switch ..............18 Informative Labels ..............
  • Page 43 Signal Words ..............7 Tire Safety ..............10 Transport Safety .............. 9 Safety Alert Symbol ............... 7 Safety Notice Labels ............. 6 Safety Sign Locations ............13 Safety Signs ................ 13 Safety Sign Locations ............ 13 Safety signs, installing............14 Safety Training ..............
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