Vertical Splitting - Wallenstein WX540 Operator's Manual

WX540, WX540L
Trailer Wood Splitter
Fig. 25 – Hydraulic Control Valve Positions
IMPORTANT! Do not hold the valve lever to extend or
retract the cylinder once it has reached the end of its stroke.
Doing so can overheat the oil and could damage the engine.
5. If the log is large enough to require another split, reposition
and repeat steps.
Fig. 26 – Single Blade Wedge
6. Pile the split wood close to the working area, but do not
allow pieces to pile up and clutter the area. A cluttered
working area can lead to tripping and an accident.

6.13 Vertical Splitting

1. Before tilting the splitter frame, lower the rear jack stand.
Loosen the handle counter-clockwise, lower the stabilizer
and tighten the turn handle.
2. While standing beside the controls, release the splitter
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beam by pulling the spring-loaded frame latch outward.
3. At the same time, grab the cylinder end and tip the splitter
beam assembly up towards the vertical position.
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4. Continue tipping, while placing your foot on the hydraulic
tank / axle as a brace, until splitter is in the full vertical
position.
5. Set the log or block onto the splitter base.
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Operating Instructions
Fig. 27 – Rear Jack Stand
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Fig. 28 – Rotate Splitter to Vertical
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