Operating Instructions; Operating Safety; Before Starting The Engine - Wallenstein WX540 Operator's Manual

WX540, WX540L
Trailer Wood Splitter

6. Operating Instructions

The operator has the responsibility of being familiar with all
operating and safety procedures and following them.

6.1 Operating Safety

Read and obey the safety signs on the machine. Clean or
replace them if they are not legible.
There is no substitute for a cautious, safe-minded operator
who recognizes potential hazards and follows reasonable
safety practices. This machine must be used with all its
safety equipment properly installed to minimize the chance of
accidents.
1. Wear appropriate personal protective equipment. Tie back
long hair, remove jewelry, and avoid loose fitting clothing.
Prolonged exposure to loud noise can cause permanent
hearing loss! Wear hearing protection on a full-time basis
when using this machine.
2. The operator must be in control of the machine at all times.
Read and understand owner's manual before starting.
Review safety instructions annually.
3. Never use engine-powered machinery indoors. Gas engine
exhaust contains toxic carbon monoxide, which cannot be
smelled or seen. Breathing carbon monoxide can be lethal.
4. Make sure all guards, deflectors and shields are in place
before starting and operating.
5. Keep hands out of splitting area. Do not rest hands on the
log being split.
6. Do not step over or straddle splitter during operation.
7. Do not try to split more than one log at a time. The logs can
fly out and cause injury.
8. Keep your fingers and hands away from cracks in the log
that can open while splitting.
9. Always load logs by grasping the bark side, not the cut
ends.
10. Do not reach into or load the splitter when the wedge is in
motion.
11. Do not try to split logs across the grain. Some types of
wood can burst or splinter causing pieces to be thrown
causing injury.
12. For uneven cut logs, always place the squares cut end
against the splitting wedge.
13. Never place any part of your body where it would be
in danger if machine movement should occur during
assembly, installation, operation, maintenance, repairing or
moving.
14. Before servicing or repairing the machine, place it in a Safe
Condition. See page 10.

6.2 Before Starting the Engine

1. Check the engine oil level. See page 25.
2. Check the hydraulic oil level. See page 25.
3. Check the fuel level.
4. Check the engine air cleaner. See page 26.
5. Clear the area of bystanders, especially small children.
6. Make sure each operator is trained and familiar with the set
up and operation of the wood splitter.
7. Follow the Pre-Operation Checklist.
8. Review the Controls section (see page 18).
9. Survey the work site and position the wood splitter in a
clear, level work area.
10. Set up the machine correctly. See Machine Set-up on page
26.
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Operating Instructions