Table Of Contents - Wallenstein WX540 Operator's Manual

WX540, WX540L
Trailer Wood Splitter
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 Decal Information ................................................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 Locations .......................................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 .................................................20
5.3 Stroke Limiter Accessory ..................................22
6. Operating Instructions ........................................23
6.1 Operating Safety ...............................................23
6.2 Before Starting the Engine ................................23
6.3 Pre-operation Checklist ....................................24
6.4 Machine Break-In ..............................................24
6.5 Engine Oil Level Check ....................................25
6.6 Hydraulic Oil Level Check .................................25
6.7 Fuel Level Check ..............................................26
6.8 Machine Set-up .................................................26
6.9 Starting the Engine ...........................................27
6.10 Stopping the Engine .........................................27
6.11 Log Placement ..................................................28
6.12 Splitting Wood ...................................................28
6.13 Vertical Splitting ...............................................29
6.14 Transporting ......................................................30
6.15 Connecting a Tow Vehicle ................................31
6.16 Storing the Wood Splitter ..................................32
6.17 Removing from Storage ....................................32

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7. Service and Maintenance ....................................33
7.1 Maintenance Safety ..........................................33
7.2 Fluids and Lubricants ........................................33
7.3 Maintenance Schedule .....................................34
7.4 Grease Points ...................................................34
7.5 Hydraulic Oil - Changing ..................................36
7.6 Hydraulic Oil Filter - Changing .........................36
7.7 Engine Air Cleaner ............................................37
7.8 Electrical System - General .............................37
8. Troubleshooting ...................................................38
9. Specifications ......................................................39
9.1 Machine Specifications .....................................39
9.2 Common Bolt Torque Values ............................40
9.3 Hydraulic Fitting Torque ....................................41
9.4 Wheel Lug Torque ............................................41
10. Alphabetical Index .............................................42
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Introduction