Introduction Using This Manual ments, and to discontinue or change specifications, models or design without notice and without incurring The term loader is used in this manual to refer to a skid obligation. steer loader. Loader Compatibility Your loader operator’s manual contains instructions to safely operate the loader.
Model WS5X36 contact the dealer or manufacturer. Overall Length/Depth 269 cm (106 in.) Wood Splitter / Tree Shear (Boom out) Model WS5X36 Overall Length/Depth Serial Number 12997- 69 cm (27 in.) (Sideways) Serial Number Location Overall Width x Height 114 x 58 cm (Boom out) (45 x 23 in.)
Safety Decals Decal Locations Wear proper hand and eye protection when search- • ing for leaks. Use wood or cardboard instead of hands. Keep all components in good repair. • DANGER DECAL 96116 DO NOT ATTEMPT TO SHEAR A TREE OVER 8” IN DIAMETER CAUTION DECAL 96109 Location...
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Safety Wear Protective Equipment • Before operating, thoroughly inspect the attachment to be sure it is in working order. If the attachment • Wear gloves to protect hands from burns if hydraulic is damaged or otherwise not in working order, do couplers become hot during operation.
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Safety unless they have first read and understood the loader situations which could result in injury if not avoided. and the attachment operator’s or service manuals. Read and understand all safety decals before operating • Do not allow anyone to service the attachment or servicing the attachment.
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Assembly Boom Out Right Assembly 1. Attach the boom weldment (A) to the right side of the main frame (B) with six 3/4 x 2-1/2 bolts, 3/4 lockwashers and 3/4 nuts. 2. Attach the kicker weldment (C) to the main frame with four 3/4 x 2-1/2 bolts, 3/4 lockwashers and 3/4 nuts.
Installing and Removing Preparing for Installation 1. Check the loader and attachment hydraulic couplers to be sure the surfaces are clean before connecting. 2. Inspect the couplers for damage or wear and replace if needed for proper connection. Installing the Attachment 1.
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Installing and Removing 10. Check the attachment hose routing to the loader’s front auxiliary couplers: 11. Connect the attachment hydraulic hoses to the load- er’s front auxiliary couplers (F). a. Install the male couplers into the female couplers and pull or push the sleeves (G) to be sure they are •...
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Installing and Removing 5. Disconnect the attachment hydraulic hoses from the loader’s front auxiliary couplers (A). 7. Move the loader attaching plate levers (F) to the unlocked (up) position as shown either manually or a. Rotate the coupler sleeves (B) so the ball (C) is by using the loader controls.
Operating Pre-Operation Inspection Operation Before starting operation, inspect the area you will be 1. Follow the instructions in the Installing and Remov- operating in and inspect the attachment. ing section to install the attachment. 2. Park the loader. (See Parking Safely in this manual.) Inspect the Work Area 3.
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Operating 2. Move the loader and tilt the attachment to position the wood between the slider weldment (A) and the cutting edge (B) with the wood against the boom (C). Picture note: Attachment installed for operation with the boom out. Optional cross cut blades shown. Picture note: Splitting with optional cross cut blades.
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Operating 3. Follow shearing instructions (See Trimming or Prun- ing and Shearing Trees). 4. Catch the tree between the top arms (A) and behind the bottom arm (B) to transport. Transporting the Attachment On the Loader Check to be sure the attachment is correctly installed on the loader before hauling the loader on a trailor or truck.
Optional Attachments Cross Cut Blades The standard cutting edge on the Wood Splitter / Tree Shear is used for shearing and pruning, and will split wood into two parts. Install the cross cut blades to split wood into four parts. One set of cross cut blades and hardware with an allen wrench are shipped with the attachment from the factory.
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Servicing Service Intervals Greasing the Slide Weldment Every 8 hours or daily • Grease the cylinder. • Grease the slide weldment. • Inspect the attachment and hoses for damage and wear. Replace parts as needed. • Check and tighten all hardware. Weekly: •...
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Servicing 5. Remove the 3/8 - 16 lock nut (A) and 3/8 - 16 x 3 1. Remove the 3/8 - 16 locknut (A) and 3/8 - 16 x 3 hex cap screw (E). hex cap screw securing the cylinder mounting pin. 6.
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Problem Action Hydraulic cylinder won’t extend or 1. Check to be sure the attachment hydraulic couplers are fully connected. retract. 2. Check the attachment for hydraulic fluid leaks. 3. See loader operator’s manual to check hydraulic pressure and flow. 4.
Replacement Parts Replacement Parts Contact Messer Repair and Fabricating, LLC for replacement parts. Part numbers may change without notice. Item Qty. Part Number Part Description 08952-P Boom Weldment 08950-P Main Frame Weldment 06272-P Kicker Weldment 96128 Operator Manual large Canister 12 x 3.5 in. 08949 Base End Cylinder Pin 08948...
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Replacement Parts Item Qty. Part Number Part Description WCT5X36 Welded Cross Tube - 5 in. Bore x 36 in. Stroke Cylinder 08839-P Cylinder Guard Weldment 08175-P Cross Cuts Left Weldment 08173-P Cross Cuts Right Weldment 08947 Sliding Blade 05410 Guide Plate 07870 .1875 Spacer Plate 06286...
Warranty MESSER REPAIR & FABRICATING, LLC Limited Warranty and Terms and Conditions of Sale The following limited warranty, and terms and conditions of sale (the “Limited Warranty”) apply to all equipment, products, parts, and goods (any of the foregoing are referred to herein as “Equipment”) sold by Messer Repair & Fabricating, LLC (“Messer”): 1.
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