Wallenstein CT16B Operator's Manual

Wallenstein CT16B Operator's Manual

Trailer firewood conveyor

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OPERATOR'S MANUAL
CT16B – S/N CT16B8 & Up
CT24B – S/N CT24B12 & Up
16
24
CT
B / CT
B
Trailer Firewood Conveyor
Rev Feb-2022
Document Number: Z97123_En

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  • Page 1 OPERATOR'S MANUAL CT16B – S/N CT16B8 & Up CT24B – S/N CT24B12 & Up B / CT Trailer Firewood Conveyor Rev Feb-2022 Document Number: Z97123_En...
  • Page 2: Foreword

    US Customary (SI metric). 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.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    CT16B / CT24B Foreword Trailer Firewood Conveyor Table of Contents 1. Foreword ..............2 8. Service and Maintenance ........36 1.1 Introduction ..............2 8.1 Fluids and Lubricants ..........36 1.2 Delivery Inspection Report ..........4 8.2 Maintenance Schedule ..........37 1.3 Serial Number Location ..........5 8.3 Honda Engine .............
  • Page 4: Delivery Inspection Report

    Trailer Firewood Conveyor 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 CT16B, CT24B Trailer Firewood Conveyor To activate warranty, register your product at: www.wallensteinequipment.com...
  • Page 5: Serial Number Location

    Foreword Trailer Firewood Conveyor 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. This information is found on the serial number plate shown in the illustration 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 conveyor 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: Safety Rules

    • Safety is a primary concern in the design and manufacture • Read and understand ALL Safety and Operating instructions of Wallenstein products. Unfortunately, our efforts to in the manual and follow them. Most accidents can provide safe equipment can be wiped out by a single be avoided.
  • Page 9: Equipment Safety Guidelines

    CT16B / CT24B Safety Trailer Firewood Conveyor • Train all operators to be familiar with equipment operation. • Do not operate on hillsides or when working area is The operator should be a responsible, trained and cluttered, wet, muddy, or icy to prevent slipping and physically able person familiar with machinery.
  • Page 10 CT16B / CT24B Safety Trailer Firewood Conveyor • Do not attempt to mount a tire unless you have the proper • DO NOT tamper with governor springs, governor links equipment and experience to do the job. or other parts which may increase the governed speed.
  • Page 11: Safety Sign Explanations

    CT16B / CT24B Safety Trailer Firewood Conveyor 2.8 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 12 CT16B / CT24B Safety Trailer Firewood Conveyor 01211 Fig. 3 – Safety Decals 1. Warning! 4. Warning! Refer to the operator's manual. Understand Risk of serious injury or death if hands or ALL operating instructions in the manual and limbs are caught in rotating parts.
  • Page 13: Replacing Damaged Safety Signs

    CT16B / CT24B Safety Trailer Firewood Conveyor 7. Warning! IMPORTANT! If parts are replaced that have safety signs on them, new signs must be applied. Safety signs must always Risk of being injured from falling off be replaced if they become damaged, are removed, or conveyor.
  • Page 14: Sign-Off Form

    An untrained operator is unqualified to use this machine. Wallenstein Equipment Inc. follows the general safety standards specified by the International Organization for Standardization A sign-off sheet is provided for your record keeping. Use it to (ISO).
  • Page 15: Familiarization

    CT16B / CT24B Familiarization Trailer Firewood Conveyor 3. Familiarization 3.4 Equipment Condition IMPORTANT! Before starting work with the conveyor, become familiar with the location and function of all 1. Check the general condition of the conveyor. Ensure that controls. all nuts and bolts are secure and that moveable parts are secured and in their proper place.
  • Page 16: Conveyor Components

    CT16B / CT24B Familiarization Trailer Firewood Conveyor 3.6 Conveyor Components 01213 Fig. 4 – CT16B / CT24B Conveyor Components 1. Conveyor Hopper 7. Hand Winch 13. Honda® GX120 or Vanguard® 160 10V3 2. Conveyor Chain 8. Folding Frame, Lower Gasoline Engine 3.
  • Page 17: Controls

    CT16B / CT24B Controls Trailer Firewood Conveyor 4. Controls Conveyor may be equipped with either a Honda or Vanguard Choke Lever engine, depending on availability at time of manufacture. The choke lever opens and closes the choke valve in the carburetor.
  • Page 18 CT16B / CT24B Controls Trailer Firewood Conveyor Fuel Shut-off Valve • Turn it counterclockwise to OFF to stop the engine. The engine is equipped with a valve between the fuel tank and the carburetor. • Slide the fuel valve lever toward the block (2) to turn fuel ON, and away (3) to turn OFF.
  • Page 19: Vanguard® Engine

    CT16B / CT24B Controls Trailer Firewood Conveyor 4.2 Vanguard® Engine Throttle Control and Fuel Shutoff The throttle control and fuel shutoff levers have the following functions: Fast Engine speed is fast. Slow Engine speed is slow. Fuel shut-off closed STOP STOP The engine is stopped.
  • Page 20: Conveyor Angle Indicator

    CT16B / CT24B Controls Trailer Firewood Conveyor • Press to shut down the conveyor engine in an emergency. Twist-turn to release. 00449 Fig. 14 – Emergency Stop Button 00451 • Test the switch periodically. The engine should not operate Fig. 16 – Indicator Zones when the switch is pressed in.
  • Page 21: Height Adjustment

    CT16B / CT24B Controls Trailer Firewood Conveyor IMPORTANT! Winch requires 45 lb (200 N) of handle force. Excessive force in turning winch handle may indicate overload. To Lower the Conveyor Angle • Turn the winch handle counterclockwise. Clicking sound is not heard when the brake system is activated.
  • Page 22: Conveyor Setup

    CT16B / CT24B Conveyor Setup Trailer Firewood Conveyor 5. Conveyor Setup CAUTION! Park the machine so prevailing winds blow exhaust gases / fumes away from the operator. W006 CAUTION! Park conveyor where wheels are on firm, level  ground. Never raise or move conveyor if wheels are on uneven ground.
  • Page 23: Pre-Start Checks

    CT16B / CT24B Pre-start Checks Trailer Firewood Conveyor 6. Pre-start Checks Before operating the conveyor, review this checklist. 6.1 Before Starting the Engine CAUTION! Area to check Hearing loss hazard. Prolonged Make sure conveyor chain and drive belt are clear for exposure to loud noise may cause startup.
  • Page 24: Honda Engine

    CT16B / CT24B Pre-start Checks Trailer Firewood Conveyor 6.2 Honda Engine 6.2.2 Fuel Level Check Check the fuel level daily. 6.2.1 Oil Level Check Starting with a full tank helps to eliminate or reduce operating Check engine oil level at each use. Check with the machine interruptions for refueling.
  • Page 25: Vanguard Engine

    CT16B / CT24B Pre-start Checks Trailer Firewood Conveyor 6.2.4 Engine Air Cleaner 6.3 Vanguard Engine A dirty air filter can restrict air flow to the carburetor, reducing 6.3.1 Oil Level Check engine performance. If operating in very dusty conditions, clean the air filter more often than specified.
  • Page 26 CT16B / CT24B Pre-start Checks Trailer Firewood Conveyor 6.3.2 Fuel Level Check Check the fuel level daily. WARNING! Fuel and vapors are extremely flammable and  explosive. Fire or explosion can cause severe burns, bodily harm, or death. Keep fuel away from sparks, open flame, pilot lights, heat, and  any other source of ignition.
  • Page 27 CT16B / CT24B Pre-start Checks Trailer Firewood Conveyor 6.3.3 Refueling 6.3.4 Engine Air Cleaner Vanguard fuel tank capacity: 3.2 US qt (3.1 L). IMPORTANT! Operating the engine without an air filter, or with a damaged air filter, can allow dirt to enter the engine, WARNING! causing rapid engine wear.
  • Page 28: Reduction Case Oil Level Check

    CT16B / CT24B Pre-start Checks Trailer Firewood Conveyor 6.4 Reduction Case Oil Level Check Check reduction case oil at each use. Check with the machine parked on level ground and the engine stopped. 01816 Fig. 31 – Reduction Case 1. Oil Level Check Bolt 2.
  • Page 29: Operating Instructions

    CT16B / CT24B Operating Instructions Trailer Firewood Conveyor 7. Operating Instructions 7.1 Honda Engine – Starting CAUTION! Make sure the conveyor is set up to work and otherwise ready Before starting the engine, review the safety, to run. operating, and maintenance instructions in the engine manual.
  • Page 30: Vanguard Engine - Starting

    CT16B / CT24B Operating Instructions Trailer Firewood Conveyor IMPORTANT! Warm up the engine before putting to work. 7. Once the engine is warm, increase throttle as required. Adjust engine speed to preferred conveyor off-load speed. 7.2 Vanguard Engine – Starting...
  • Page 31: Stopping Procedure

    CT16B / CT24B Operating Instructions Trailer Firewood Conveyor 7.5 Rotate Wheels 6. If engine floods, set choke to OPEN position, move throttle to FAST position and crank until engine starts. Move the conveyor sideways when the split wood stack height is up to the conveyor or approaching the wheels.
  • Page 32: Moving, Swinging The Conveyor Sideways

    CT16B / CT24B Operating Instructions Trailer Firewood Conveyor 7.6 Moving, Swinging the Conveyor Sideways • Shut the wood processor down. • Unload the conveyor. Allow it to operate until all the split wood has cleared then shut the engine down.
  • Page 33: Conveyor Axle Position

    CT16B / CT24B Operating Instructions Trailer Firewood Conveyor 7.7 Conveyor Axle Position Tongue Weight, Adjusting Adjust tongue weight further for tow vehicle capability or Tongue weight varies depending on conveyor length. preference using the additional holes provided in the conveyor wheel base frame.
  • Page 34: Break-In Period

    CT16B / CT24B Operating Instructions Trailer Firewood Conveyor 7.8 Break-in Period 7.9 Transporting Although there are no operational restrictions on the conveyor • Unload the conveyor and clean off debris. when used for the first time, check the following items: •...
  • Page 35: Storage

    CT16B / CT24B Operating Instructions Trailer Firewood Conveyor 7.10 Storage • Turn the winch handle counterclockwise. There is no clicking sound because the brake system is activated. Repair or replace any worn or damaged components to prevent any unnecessary down time at the start of next season.
  • Page 36: Service And Maintenance

    CT16B / CT24B Service and Maintenance Trailer Firewood Conveyor 8. Service and Maintenance 8.1 Fluids and Lubricants WARNING! 1. Engine Oil Risk of serious personal injury. Stop engine before performing ANY service or maintenance SAE 10W-30 motor oil is recommended for general use.
  • Page 37: Maintenance Schedule

    CT16B / CT24B Service and Maintenance Trailer Firewood Conveyor 8.2 Maintenance Schedule 8.3 Honda Engine Perform maintenance procedures at time shown or hour 8.3.1 Engine and Reduction Case Oil interval, whichever comes first. Change Refer to engine manual for procedure. Change oil every six As Required months or 100 hours.
  • Page 38: Drive Belt, Adjust / Replace

    CT16B / CT24B Service and Maintenance Trailer Firewood Conveyor 4. Tighten the jam nuts (4). IMPORTANT! The main requirement of chain adjustment is 5. Tighten the sled bolts (5). to remove slack from the chain (take up the clearances in each link).
  • Page 39: Hand Winch

    CT16B / CT24B Service and Maintenance Trailer Firewood Conveyor 8.7 Hand Winch IMPORTANT! Do not get oil or grease on the winch friction discs. The winch brake system cannot function properly if exposed to oil or grease. • Apply a drop or two of SAE 30 engine oil to each bushing inside diameter and to the ratchet pawl pivot points.
  • Page 40: Troubleshooting

    Refer to the engine owner's manual found in the manual tube. If a problem persists after reading this Troubleshooting section, contact the local dealer, distributor, or Wallenstein. Have the machine serial number ready. Problem Cause...
  • Page 41: Specifications

    CT16B / CT24B Specifications Trailer Firewood Conveyor 10. Specifications Specifications current at time of publication and subject to change without notice. 10.1 Conveyor Specifications Conveyor Model CT16B CT24B Maximum Split Wood Pile Height 8.5' (2.6 m) 13.5' (4.1 m) Length 16' (4.9 m)
  • Page 42: Common Bolt Torque Values

    CT16B / CT24B Specifications Trailer Firewood Conveyor 10.2 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 43: Wheel Lug Torque

    CT16B / CT24B Specifications Trailer Firewood Conveyor 10.3 Wheel Lug Torque Wheel Lug Nut Torque It is extremely important safety procedure to apply and Wheel Units 1st Stage 2nd Stage 3rd Stage maintain proper wheel mounting torque on your trailer Size axle.
  • Page 44: Product Warranty

    Trailer Firewood Conveyor 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 45: Alphabetical Index

    12. Alphabetical Index Fuel, engine Add �������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 27 Air Cleaner Inspection ��������������������������������������������������������� 25 Fuel Level - Checking ��������������������������������������������������������� 24 Fuel Level, Checking����������������������������������������������������������� 26 Fuel Shut-off Valve �������������������������������������������������������������� 18 Before Starting the Engine �������������������������������������������������� 23 Bolt torque ��������������������������������������������������������������������������� 42 Break-in Period ������������������������������������������������������������������� 34 Gas Motor Safety ����������������������������������������������������������������...
  • Page 46 Pre-start Checks ����������������������������������������������������������������� 23 Before Starting the Engine��������������������������������������������� 23 Vanguard Engine �����������������������������������������������������������19, 25 Engine Air Cleaner ��������������������������������������������������������� 25 Choke Control ���������������������������������������������������������������� 19 Engine Oil Level Check ������������������������������������������������� 24 Engine Air Cleaner ��������������������������������������������������������� 27 Fuel Level Check ����������������������������������������������������������� 24 Fuel Level Check ����������������������������������������������������������� 26 Height Adjustment����������������������������������������������������������...
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