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- Page 1 OPERATOR'S MANUAL WP 245 / WP 275 3-Point Hitch Firewood Processor Rev Feb-2021 Z97156_En...
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Page 2: Foreword
WP275 36" (91 cm) Keep this manual handy for frequent reference and to pass on to new operators or owners. Call your Wallenstein dealer or the Distributor if you need assistance, information, or additional copies of the manuals. Units of measurement in Wallenstein Equipment technical... -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
WP245 / WP275 Foreword 3-Point Hitch Firewood Processor Table of Contents 1. Foreword ..............2 7. Service and Maintenance ........39 1.1 Introduction ..............2 7.1 Fluids and Lubricants ..........39 1.2 Delivery Inspection Report ..........4 7.2 Greasing ..............40 1.3 Serial Number Location ..........5 7.3 Maintenance Schedule .......... -
Page 4: Delivery Inspection Report
1.2 Delivery Inspection Report This form must be filled out by the dealer at the time of delivery, then signed by the dealer and customer. Wallenstein WP245 / WP275 Three-point Hitch Mounted Firewood Processor To activate warranty, register your product at: www.wallensteinequipment.com... -
Page 5: Serial Number Location
Foreword 3-Point Hitch Firewood Processor 1.3 Serial Number Location Always provide the serial number of your Wallenstein product when ordering parts or requesting service or other information. The Serial Number Plate location is shown in the illustration. For future reference, record your product Serial Number in the space provided below. -
Page 6: Types Of Decals On The Machine
They can be either vertical or horizontal. 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 Processor 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: Equipment Safety Guidelines
WP245 / WP275 Safety 3-Point Hitch Firewood Processor • Do not allow anyone to use this machine until they have • The best safety feature is an informed, read this manual. Operator's must have a thorough careful operator—we ask you to be that understanding of the safety precautions and of how the kind of an operator. -
Page 9: Winch Safety
WP245 / WP275 Safety 3-Point Hitch Firewood Processor • Do not allow anyone to use this machine until they Good cutting action results and chain life increases with correct have read this manual and have developed a thorough chain tension. If too loose, a chain can derail; if too tight a chain understanding of the safety precautions and of how can bind. -
Page 10: Creating A Safe Work Area
WP245 / WP275 Safety 3-Point Hitch Firewood Processor 2.7 Creating a Safe Work Area • Always be aware of coworkers. Make eye contact and have a hand signal scheme worked out. The three-point hitch mounted WP200 Series Wood Processors • Use extreme caution around the material stacks. Stacked are designed to winch, cut to length, and split logs for logs could roll in unpredictable ways. -
Page 11: Sign-Off Form
We feel that an untrained operator is unqualified to use this machine. Wallenstein follows the general Safety Standards specified by the American Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineers A sign-off sheet is provided to record all personnel who will (ASABE). -
Page 12: Safety Sign Explanations
WP245 / WP275 Safety 3-Point Hitch Firewood Processor 2.9 Safety Sign Explanations Practicing good safety means becoming familiar with safety signs and warnings and being aware of the situations that require alertness. The top (or left-hand) panel shows the safety alert (the potential... - Page 13 WP245 / WP275 Safety 3-Point Hitch Firewood Processor 01286 Fig. 4 – Safety Sign Locations 1. Warning! 2. Warning! Falling objects hazard in this area. Hydraulic fluid under pressure in this Keep feet away from falling split wood. area. Do not check for leaks with your...
- Page 14 WP245 / WP275 Safety 3-Point Hitch Firewood Processor 3. Warning! 6. Caution! Risk of serious injury or death if Pinch point hazard. When lowering the engine is not shut off during or raising the chute into position, be maintenance procedures.
- Page 15 WP245 / WP275 Safety 3-Point Hitch Firewood Processor IMPORTANT! If parts are replaced that have safety signs on them, new signs must be applied. Safety signs must always be replaced if they become damaged, are removed, or become illegible. Safety signs are included in the product decal kit available from your authorized dealer.
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Page 16: Familiarization
Familiarization 3-Point Hitch Firewood Processor 3. Familiarization Wallenstein Wood Processors are designed to process cut logs 3.2 Job Site Familiarization into split firewood. Logs are winched up the lead-in chute up to the log length guide. The customer-supplied chain saw cuts It is the responsibility of the operator to be thoroughly familiar the log and the block falls into the splitting chamber. -
Page 17: Machine Components
WP245 / WP275 Familiarization 3-Point Hitch Firewood Processor 3.3 Machine Components The WP245 model is shown, however the 275 model has the same features. 01287 Fig. 5 – Machine Components 1. Lead-in Chute 10. Splitting Wedge 19. Hookaroon 2. Log Loader Chute 11. -
Page 18: Controls
WP245 / WP275 Controls 3-Point Hitch Firewood Processor 4. Controls Before starting to work, all operators should familiarize Auto Cycle themselves with the location and function of all controls. 4.1 Hydraulic Controls and Auto Cycle Push both levers down into the detent position to initiate the splitting Auto Cycle. -
Page 19: Winch Gear Lever
WP245 / WP275 Controls 3-Point Hitch Firewood Processor 4.2 Winch Gear Lever CAUTION! The Winch Gear Lever controls the winch drive system. The wood processor winch is designed to use synthetic rope. Use synthetic rope as replacement only. Failure to do so creates an •... -
Page 20: Splitting Wedge Height Lever
WP245 / WP275 Controls 3-Point Hitch Firewood Processor 4.3 Splitting Wedge Height Lever 4.4 Adjustable Log Stop Guide Adjust Splitting Wedge height based on the size of your logs. Position the spring-hinged Log Stop Length Guide for desired firewood length and consistent saw cuts. The indicator can be set for log cuts from 14–24 inches with each hole 2 inches... -
Page 21: Splitter Chute Height Adjuster
WP245 / WP275 Controls 3-Point Hitch Firewood Processor 4.5 Splitter Chute Height Adjuster To adjust the splitter chute height: 1. Lift the splitter chute up slightly to take the load off the adjuster. 2. Remove the latch pin that secures hitch pin. -
Page 22: Attaching / Unhooking
WP245 / WP275 Attaching / Unhooking 3-Point Hitch Firewood Processor 5. Attaching / Unhooking The Wood Processor should always be parked on a level, dry area that is free of debris and other foreign objects. When attaching the machine to a tractor, follow this procedure: 1. -
Page 23: Connecting Tractor Hydraulic Circuit
WP245 / WP275 Attaching / Unhooking 3-Point Hitch Firewood Processor 5.2 Connecting Tractor Hydraulic Circuit 1. Use a clean cloth or paper towel to clean any dirt and build-up from around the couplers. 2. Connect the hoses to the tractor rear hydraulic circuit. Be sure the couplers are securely seated. -
Page 24: Optional Power Pack, Connecting
WP245 / WP275 Attaching / Unhooking 3-Point Hitch Firewood Processor 5.3 Optional Power Pack, Connecting In the event your tractor does not have hydraulic connections at the rear of the tractor, the Hydraulic Power Pack must be installed. Tractors equipped with the optional power pack follow this... -
Page 25: Operating Instructions
WP245 / WP275 Operating Instructions 3-Point Hitch Firewood Processor 6. Operating Instructions 6.1 Operating Safety 6.2 Pre-start Checks • Review Safety Rules on page 7. 1. Review the Operating Safety (see page 7). • Keep bystanders away at a safe distance at least 20 ft 2. -
Page 26: Machine Set-Up
WP245 / WP275 Operating Instructions 3-Point Hitch Firewood Processor 6.3 Machine Set-Up 1. Use the tractor to position the machine and set it down at the work site. Follow the steps on the next pages to set-up the machine at 2. - Page 27 WP245 / WP275 Operating Instructions 3-Point Hitch Firewood Processor 6. Carefully fold the log loader chute down. 13. Finally, adjust the splitter chute to the required height, crank the bracing jacks so they are firmly on the ground, but 7. Under the chute, hook the latch over the latch catch. Snap ensure the front lip of the lead in chute is on the ground (to the handle of the latch clamp into lock position.
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Page 28: Attaching Chain Saw To Holder
WP245 / WP275 Operating Instructions 3-Point Hitch Firewood Processor 6.4 Attaching Chain Saw to Holder 1. Remove the chain sprocket cover nuts from your chain saw. Some chain saws feature captive guide bar nuts in the chain sprocket cover. On these saws, replace the guide bar nuts with bushing spacers (2). -
Page 29: Setting Log Stop Guide
WP245 / WP275 Operating Instructions 3-Point Hitch Firewood Processor 6.5 Setting Log Stop Guide 6. Close the draw latch over the catch on the saw / adapter plate. This tightens the saw to the pivot assembly. Cut length is indicated in inches on the top of the slide. -
Page 30: Starting
WP245 / WP275 Operating Instructions 3-Point Hitch Firewood Processor 6.6 Starting 1. Make sure all controls are in neutral or off. 2. Start tractor engine and allow it to warm for a few minutes. 3. Engage hydraulic circuit. 4. Increase throttle setting to maximum speed for operation. -
Page 31: Winching
WP245 / WP275 Operating Instructions 3-Point Hitch Firewood Processor 6.9 Winching • Do not winch down a slope; always winch up a slope. Winching down a slope could cause the log to roll resulting in crushing injuries. WARNING! • Do not operate on hillsides or when working area is... - Page 32 WP245 / WP275 Operating Instructions 3-Point Hitch Firewood Processor 1. Release the winch rope by pushing the winch drive lever 3. Attach the 60" (1.5 m) winch strap to the log, then attach away from you. the winch rope to the strap. Do not attach the winch rope directly to the log.
- Page 33 WP245 / WP275 Operating Instructions 3-Point Hitch Firewood Processor 5. Winch the log into log lead-in chute. Be careful the log does 10. Engage the winch and pull the log through the log stabilizer not catch on the front lip of the chute.
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Page 34: Cutting
WP245 / WP275 Operating Instructions 3-Point Hitch Firewood Processor 6.10 Cutting 6.11 Splitting WARNING! CAUTION! Review the chain saw operator's manual and Risk of pinching or crushing follow all safety instructions. hazard! Never reach into the splitting cradle to reposition a log. -
Page 35: Next Log
WP245 / WP275 Operating Instructions 3-Point Hitch Firewood Processor 6.12 Next Log 2. Push both splitter control levers down into detent to begin the Auto Cycle. As the first log finishes, it will be too short to winch in. At this •... -
Page 36: Last Log
WP245 / WP275 Operating Instructions 3-Point Hitch Firewood Processor 6.13 Last Log 6.15 Machine Break-In As you finish the last log, you will find it is too short to winch in. Although there are no operational restrictions on the Wood Processor when used for the first time, it is recommended that 1. -
Page 37: Transporting
• Comply with state and local laws governing safety and transporting of machinery on public roads. • Do not exceed a safe travel speed. Slow down for rough terrain and cornering. 01225 Fig. 45 – Chute lock arm and latch pin 01298 Fig. 46 – WP245 ready to transport... -
Page 38: Storage
WP245 / WP275 Operating Instructions 3-Point Hitch Firewood Processor 6.17 Storage Removing from Storage When removing this machine from storage, the Pre-operation Placing Wood Processor in Storage Checks on page 25. After the season's use or when the machine will not be used for a period of time, place the machine in storage. -
Page 39: Service And Maintenance
WP245 / WP275 Service and Maintenance 3-Point Hitch Firewood Processor 7. Service and Maintenance • A fire extinguisher and first aid kit should be kept readily WARNING! accessible while performing maintenance on this equipment. Risk of serious personal injury. Stop engine •... -
Page 40: Greasing
WP245 / WP275 Service and Maintenance 3-Point Hitch Firewood Processor 7.2 Greasing Grease Points Location – Every 50 hours or annually 1. Use a hand-held grease gun for all greasing. 2. Wipe grease fitting with a clean cloth before greasing, to Lower Log Stabilizer Pivot avoid injecting dirt and grit. -
Page 41: Maintenance Schedule
WP245 / WP275 Service and Maintenance 3-Point Hitch Firewood Processor 7.3 Maintenance Schedule Perform at time shown or hour interval, Every 8 hours or Every 50 hours Every 100 hours Reference whichever comes first. Daily or Annually or Annually Item... -
Page 42: Power Pack Option-Maintenance
WP245 / WP275 Service and Maintenance 3-Point Hitch Firewood Processor 7.4 Power Pack Option–Maintenance Dispose of the old or any spilled oil in an approved manner. 7.4.2 Remove and clean the filter NOTE: This procedure is for the Optional Power Pack. -
Page 43: Synthetic Rope Replacement
WP245 / WP275 Service and Maintenance 3-Point Hitch Firewood Processor 7.5 Synthetic Rope Replacement CAUTION! Avoid the risk of rope failure. Do not replace rope with one that is not approved for use on this winch. Rope properties may be unknown and failure could result. -
Page 44: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting 3-Point Hitch Firewood Processor 8. Troubleshooting The Wallenstein Wood Processor uses hydraulic power to move a hydraulic cylinder rod to split wood or logs. It is a simple and reliable system that requires minimal maintenance. In the following table, we have listed many of the problems, causes and solutions to the problems that you may encounter. -
Page 45: Specifications
WP245 / WP275 Specifications 3-Point Hitch Firewood Processor 9. Specifications 9.1 Machine Specifications Model WP245 WP275 Recommended Minimum Power 45 hp (33.1 kW) 45 hp (33.1 kW) Recommended Pump Flow 12–24 US gpm (45–91 Lpm) 4.50" / 25.75" 4.50" / 37.75"... -
Page 46: Common Bolt Torque Values
WP245 / WP275 Troubleshooting 3-Point Hitch Firewood Processor 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 torques Bolt specified in the table, unless specified otherwise. -
Page 47: Hydraulic Fitting Torque
WP245 / WP275 Troubleshooting 3-Point Hitch Firewood Processor 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 cause Across Finger Tight leakage. -
Page 48: Accessories
WP245 / WP275 Accessories 3-Point Hitch Firewood Processor 10. Accessories Contact your dealer for pricing and availability Nylon Chain saw Holster Safely holds your second chain saw keeping it off the ground and out of the way. 6-Way Wedge Boost your productivity and make quick work out of chunks by splitting into six pieces at once. -
Page 49: Product Warranty
3-Point Hitch Firewood Processor 11. Product 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 opera�ng... -
Page 50: Alphabetical Index
12. Alphabetical Index Accessories ������������������������������������������������������������������������� 48 Operating Instructions ��������������������������������������������������������� 25 Adjustable Log Length Guide ���������������������������������������������� 20 Attaching Chain Saw to Holder �������������������������������������� 28 Attaching / Unhooking ��������������������������������������������������������� 22 Cutting ��������������������������������������������������������������������������� 34 Connecting Tractor Hydraulic Circuit ����������������������������� 23 Emergency Stopping ����������������������������������������������������� 30 Auto Cycle ���������������������������������������������������������������������������... - Page 51 Specifications ���������������������������������������������������������������������� 45 Common Bolt Torque Values ����������������������������������������� 46 Hydraulic Fitting Torque ������������������������������������������������� 47 Machine Specifications �������������������������������������������������� 45 Splitter Chute Height Adjuster ��������������������������������������������� 21 Splitting ������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 34 Splitting Wedge Height Lever ���������������������������������������������� 20 Starting �������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 30 Stopping ������������������������������������������������������������������������������ 30 Storage�������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 38 Placing Wood Processor in Storage ������������������������������...
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