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OPERATOR'S MANUAL
WP845 serial number 2E9US1112MS045082 and up.
WP875 serial number 2E9US1118MS0875010 and up.
WP 845 / WP 875
Trailer Firewood Processor
Rev Jan-2022B
Part Number: Z97153_En

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  • Page 1 OPERATOR'S MANUAL WP845 serial number 2E9US1112MS045082 and up. WP875 serial number 2E9US1118MS0875010 and up. WP 845 / WP 875 Trailer Firewood Processor Rev Jan-2022B Part Number: Z97153_En...

  • Page 2: Foreword

    Keep this manual handy for frequent reference and to pass on to new operators or owners. Call your local Wallenstein dealer or the distributor if you need assistance, information, or additional copies of the manuals.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    WP845 / WP875 Foreword Trailer Firewood Processor Table of Contents 1. Foreword ..............2 7. Transport ..............49 1.1 Introduction ..............2 7.1 Transport Safety ............49 1.2 Model Configuration ............. 2 7.2 Prepare the Machine for Transport ......49 1.3 Delivery Inspection Report ..........4 7.3 Attach to a Tow Vehicle ..........

  • Page 4: Delivery Inspection Report

    Trailer Firewood Processor 1.3 Delivery Inspection Report Wallenstein WP845 or WP875 Firewood Processor To activate the warranty, register your product through the Support page at WallensteinEquipment.com. This form must be completed by the dealer at the time of delivery, and then signed by the dealer and customer.

  • Page 5: Serial Number Location

    WP845 / WP875 Foreword Trailer Firewood Processor 1.4 Serial Number Location Always provide the model and serial number of your Wallenstein product when ordering parts or requesting service or other information. The product information plate location is shown in the following illustration.

  • 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 firewood 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: Safety Rules

    Safety is a primary concern in the design and manufacture of attached can often be noisy enough to Wallenstein products. Unfortunately, efforts to provide safe cause permanent, partial hearing loss. equipment can be wiped out by a single careless act.

  • Page 9: Equipment Safety Guidelines

    WP845 / WP875 Safety Trailer Firewood Processor 2.5 Equipment Safety Guidelines 2.7 Safety Training A few seconds of thought and a careful approach to handling An untrained operator can cause serious injury or death to equipment can prevent accidents. themselves or others. Review the safety instructions with all users annually.

  • Page 10: Sign-Off Form

    WP845 / WP875 Safety Trailer Firewood Processor 2.8 Sign-Off Form The design and manufacture of this product conforms to the applicable provisions in the following standards: Everyone who uses this machine must read and thoroughly • ISO 4254-1:2013, Agricultural machinery - Safety - Part 1: understand all safety, operation, and maintenance information General requirements.

  • Page 11: Create A Safe Work Area

    WP845 / WP875 Safety Trailer Firewood Processor 2.9 Create a Safe Work Area To keep bystanders and workers safe from hazards, follow these important guidelines: WP800 Series firewood processors are designed for a person • Establish a Work Zone perimeter and mark it with safety to winch, cut-to-length, and split logs for firewood.

  • Page 12: Safety Signs

    WP845 / WP875 Safety Signs Trailer Firewood Processor 3. Safety Signs WARNING! Risk of personal injury. Replace safety signs that are removed, damaged, or illegible. If a part with a safety sign on it is replaced, a new safety sign must be applied.

  • Page 13: Safety Sign Locations

    WP845 / WP875 Safety Signs Trailer Firewood Processor 3.1 Safety Sign Locations Numbers correspond with the Safety Sign Explanations on page 15. 01222 Fig. 3 – Safety sign locations—LH side...
  • Page 14 WP845 / WP875 Safety Signs Trailer Firewood Processor 0° 01223 Fig. 4 – Safety sign locations—RH side...

  • Page 15: Safety Sign Explanations

    WP845 / WP875 Safety Signs Trailer Firewood Processor 3.2 Safety Sign Explanations 4. Warning! Risk of explosion. 1. Warning! Charging a frozen battery can cause it Falling objects hazard in this area. to explode. 0° Keep feet away from falling split wood.
  • Page 16 WP845 / WP875 Safety Signs Trailer Firewood Processor 7. Caution! 10. Caution! Pinch point hazard Risk of unexpected machine movement. When folding or unfolding a chute, be aware of the pinch points. Use the When moving the handle on the side of the chute.

  • Page 17: Replace Damaged Or Missing Safety Signs

    WP845 / WP875 Safety Signs Trailer Firewood Processor 3.3 Replace Damaged or Missing 14. Warning! Safety Signs Risk of cancer and reproductive harm • Always replace safety signs that are missing or have The machine materials become illegible. Replacement safety signs are available...

  • Page 18: Familiarization

    Familiarization Trailer Firewood Processor 4. Familiarization A Wallenstein 800 Series firewood processor is designed to When you set up a work site, consider the following things: process logs into split firewood. Winch a log up the lead-in • Avoid close or cramped workspaces. Make sure there is chute, through the log-loader chute, to the log-length guide.

  • Page 19: Machine Components

    WP845 / WP875 Familiarization Trailer Firewood Processor 4.5 Machine Components The WP845 model is shown, however both 800 Series models have the same components. 19 20 01840 Fig. 6 – Machine components 1. Splitter chute 10. Pivot tongue 19. Push-block locator 2.

  • Page 20: Controls

    WP845 / WP875 Controls Trailer Firewood Processor 5. Controls Choke closed WARNING! Engine warm. Do not operate the machine until you are RPM and hours thoroughly familiar with the position and function The display shows the engine rpm or hours of of the various controls.

  • Page 21: Hydraulic Controls

    WP845 / WP875 Controls Trailer Firewood Processor 5.1.3 Starter-cord Handle 5.2 Hydraulic Controls The rewind-start is an alternative to the ignition switch. The primary way to start the engine is to turn the ignition switch. The engine includes a rewind-start. Grip the starter-cord handle to pull the starter cord and start the engine.
  • Page 22 WP845 / WP875 Controls Trailer Firewood Processor 5.2.3 Hydraulic Winch Control 5.2.4 Winch Gear Lever The winch gear lever controls the winch drive system. CAUTION! Powered Stay clear of the winch rope while winching. Pull the lever to the LH side (toward the...

  • Page 23: Splitting-Wedge Height Adjustment Lever

    WP845 / WP875 Controls Trailer Firewood Processor 5.3 Splitting-Wedge Height 5.4 Log-length Guide Adjustment Lever The log-length guide is located on the LH side of the splitting cradle. The operator can select the desired log length. For The lever adjusts the height of the splitting wedge to align it with instructions, see Set the Log-length Guide on page 37.

  • Page 24: Splitter Chute Height Adjustment

    WP845 / WP875 Controls Trailer Firewood Processor 5.5 Splitter Chute Height Adjustment Use the adjustable sliding bracket to set the splitter chute height. The front end of the splitter chute can be set to a maximum height of 54" (1.37 m).

  • Page 25: Operating Instructions

    WP845 / WP875 Operating Instructions Trailer Firewood Processor 6. Operating Instructions Read and understand the operating instructions before using the • Never operate the machine alone! Always have at least machine. two fully trained people present: - It is recommended that there be one operator and one spotter present during machine operation.

  • Page 26: Pre-Start Checklist

    WP845 / WP875 Operating Instructions Trailer Firewood Processor 6.2 Pre-start Checklist 6.3 Machine Break-In Although there are no operational restrictions on the firewood WARNING! processor when used for the first time, the following process is recommended: Shut down the machine and allow it to cool...

  • Page 27: Engine Operation

    WP845 / WP875 Operating Instructions Trailer Firewood Processor - Check the machine for entangled material. Remove • Do not choke the carburetor to stop the engine. Whenever any twine, wire, or other material that has become possible, gradually reduce the engine speed before entangled.
  • Page 28 WP845 / WP875 Operating Instructions Trailer Firewood Processor 6.4.2 Battery Safety 6.4.3 Check the Engine Fuel Level WARNING! WARNING! Fuel and vapors are extremely flammable and  Charging a frozen battery can cause it explosive. Fire or explosion can cause severe to explode. Warm the battery to 60 °F burns, bodily harm, or death.
  • Page 29 WP845 / WP875 Operating Instructions Trailer Firewood Processor 6.4.4 Add Fuel to the Engine 6.4.5 Check the Engine Oil Level WARNING! IMPORTANT! For more information about engine oil, see the engine manufacturer's manual and Engine Oil on page Fuel vapors can explode causing injury or death.

  • Page 30: Hydraulic System Operation

    WP845 / WP875 Operating Instructions Trailer Firewood Processor 6.4.6 Add Oil to the Engine 6.5 Hydraulic System Operation A hydraulic system is a closed-loop system that uses IMPORTANT! For more information about engine oil, see pressurized fluid to provide power to devices (for example; the the engine manufacturer's manual and Engine Oil on page winch motor and the push block cylinder).
  • Page 31 WP845 / WP875 Operating Instructions Trailer Firewood Processor 6.5.2 Check the Hydraulic Fluid Level 6.5.3 Add Hydraulic Fluid to the Reservoir IMPORTANT! Do not operate the machine if the hydraulic IMPORTANT! Do not fill the hydraulic-fluid reservoir higher fluid level is low. Damage to the pump and other than the sight glass.

  • Page 32: Start The Machine

    WP845 / WP875 Operating Instructions Trailer Firewood Processor 6.6 Start the Machine 6.8 Emergency Stop In the event of an emergency: WARNING! 1. Move the hydraulic controls to the neutral position (out of Before you start the machine, read and detent).

  • Page 33: Machine Setup

    WP845 / WP875 Operating Instructions Trailer Firewood Processor 6.10 Machine Setup 9. Do one of the following: For pivot tongue instructions, see Turn the Pivot Tongue on page 52. CAUTION! - Move a wagon, trailer, or conveyor into position under the splitter chute to collect the split wood.
  • Page 34 WP845 / WP875 Operating Instructions Trailer Firewood Processor Numbers correspond with the steps for Machine Setup on page 33. Fig. 30 – Machine setup...
  • Page 35 WP845 / WP875 Operating Instructions Trailer Firewood Processor 6.10.1 Unfold the Lead-in and Log-Loader Chutes 1. Lift the bracing jacks to the brace position. For each jack: - Remove the snapper pin. - Lift the jack up to the brace position.
  • Page 36 WP845 / WP875 Operating Instructions Trailer Firewood Processor 6.10.2 Unfold the Splitter Chute 6.10.3 Set the Splitter Chute Height 1. Remove the linchpin from the tab on the LH side of the exit The maximum height the front end of the splitter chute can be chute.
  • Page 37 WP845 / WP875 Operating Instructions Trailer Firewood Processor 6.10.4 Set the Splitting-Wedge Height 6.10.5 Set the Log-length Guide Adjust the height of the splitting wedge for one of the following Set the log-length guide to the desired log length for consistent split types: saw cuts.

  • Page 38: Attach A Chain Saw To The Holder

    WP845 / WP875 Operating Instructions Trailer Firewood Processor 6.11 Attach a Chain Saw to the Holder Procedure CAUTION! Before starting this procedure, review the chain saw manufacturer's manual for safe operating and handling procedures. WARNING! Do not attach a chain saw with a bar length longer than 30 inches (75 cm) to the holder.
  • Page 39 WP845 / WP875 Operating Instructions Trailer Firewood Processor 7. Close the draw latch over the catch on the adapter. This secures the chain saw to the holder. 01139 Fig. 29 – Holder draw latch 8. Rotate the holder and move the chain saw through the full range of motion.

  • Page 40: Winch Operation

    WP845 / WP875 Operating Instructions Trailer Firewood Processor 6.12 Winch Operation • Never stand in line with the path of a rope that is under tension. If the rope breaks under tension, it can snap back in an unpredictable direction with great force. The recoil Winch logs into the machine for processing may cause injury or death to a person in its path.
  • Page 41 WP845 / WP875 Operating Instructions Trailer Firewood Processor • Never exceed a winching angle of ±25° from the centerline • When using a snatch block (self-releasing pulley), be aware of the machine. If you are unsure of the winch angle,...
  • Page 42 WP845 / WP875 Operating Instructions Trailer Firewood Processor 6.12.2 Winch a Log 4. Pull the winch gear lever to the LH side (toward the operator) to engage the winch gear. WARNING! 5. Push and hold the winch control lever down to pull the log onto the lead-in chute.

  • Page 43: Position The First Log

    WP845 / WP875 Operating Instructions Trailer Firewood Processor 6.13 Position the First Log WARNING! The log stabilizer is heavy! Never attempt to push a log through the stabilizer opening by hand. The stabilizer could drop suddenly and cause serious injury. Always use the appropriate procedure and 01216 tools to push or pull a log through the opening.
  • Page 44 WP845 / WP875 Operating Instructions Trailer Firewood Processor 01218 Fig. 46 – Position the log in the machine...

  • Page 45: Cut Logs

    WP845 / WP875 Operating Instructions Trailer Firewood Processor 6.14 Cut Logs • Chain lubrication prolongs the life of the saw and increases safety. Position a log in the machine with the end touching the • Sharpen the saw chain if you see any of the following log-length guide.
  • Page 46 WP845 / WP875 Operating Instructions Trailer Firewood Processor 6.14.2 Start the Chain Saw 6.14.3 Cut a Log 1. Open the holder draw latch. 1. Make sure the log-length guide is set to the desired cut length and the end of the log is touching it. For instructions, 2.

  • Page 47: Split Logs

    WP845 / WP875 Operating Instructions Trailer Firewood Processor 6.15 Split Logs 2. Simultaneously, push the splitter cylinder extend and splitter cylinder retract control levers down (into detent) to start Auto Cycle. CAUTION! The push block extends to split the wood, and then retracts automatically.

  • Page 48: Split Wood Discharge

    WP845 / WP875 Operating Instructions Trailer Firewood Processor 6.16 Split Wood Discharge 6.18 Position the Last Log Split wood is pushed off the end of the splitter chute as each CAUTION! additional log is split. Set the splitter chute height to pile firewood on the ground, on a conveyor, or in a trailer or wagon.

  • Page 49: Transport

    WP845 / WP875 Transport Trailer Firewood Processor 7. Transport 7.2 Prepare the Machine for IMPORTANT! Equipment that is transported on a public roadway must comply with the local laws that govern the Transport safety and transport of machinery. Before taking the machine on a public roadway, make sure it 1.
  • Page 50 WP845 / WP875 Transport Trailer Firewood Processor Fig. 47 – Transport position (WP845)
  • Page 51 WP845 / WP875 Transport Trailer Firewood Processor 7.2.1 Fold Up the Lead-In and Log-Loader 7.2.2 Fold Up the Splitter Chute Chutes 1. Remove the linchpin from the tab on the LH side of the splitting wedge guard. 1. Remove the linchpin from the tab that secures the latch bar in position.

  • Page 52: Attach To A Tow Vehicle

    WP845 / WP875 Transport Trailer Firewood Processor 7.3 Attach to a Tow Vehicle WARNING! Before moving the tow vehicle, make sure the safety chains are securely attached. W103 CAUTION! Before moving the machine, make sure that the pivot-tongue lock pin is fully engaged.
  • Page 53 WP845 / WP875 Transport Trailer Firewood Processor 7.3.4 Lower the Trailer Jack 1. Remove the pin. 2. Rotate the jack to the vertical position. 3. Insert the pin. 4. Turn the handle to lower the jack leg. 01230 Fig. 51 – Ball-mount hitch connection 7.3.3 Disconnect from a Ball-Mount Hitch...

  • Page 54: Storage

    WP845 / WP875 Storage Trailer Firewood Processor 8. Storage At the end of the season or when the machine is not going to 12. Do one of the following: be used for an extended period of time, completely inspect all - If the machine will be in storage for one to three of the major systems.
  • Page 55 WP845 / WP875 Storage Trailer Firewood Processor 01227 Fig. 53 – Storage (WP875)

  • Page 56: Service And Maintenance

    WP845 / WP875 Service and Maintenance Trailer Firewood Processor 9. Service and Maintenance Regular preventive maintenance can improve performance and Place the machine in a safe condition before you start any prolong the life of the machine. Machine maintenance is your service or maintenance: responsibility.

  • Page 57: Fluids And Lubricants

    WP845 / WP875 Service and Maintenance Trailer Firewood Processor 9.2 Fluids and Lubricants 9.2.3 Engine Fuel For complete fuel information and use at high altitudes, see The machine requires various fluids and lubricants for operation the engine manufacturer's manual. and maintenance.

  • Page 58: Maintenance Schedule

    WP845 / WP875 Service and Maintenance Trailer Firewood Processor 9.3 Maintenance Schedule IMPORTANT! For more information, see the engine manufacturer's manual. Complete maintenance tasks at the specified time or hour interval, whichever comes first. 600 hours 8 hours 50 hours...

  • Page 59: Grease Points

    WP845 / WP875 Service and Maintenance Trailer Firewood Processor 9.4 Grease Points Grease Points Location – Every 50 hours or annually • Use a hand-held grease gun for all greasing. • Wipe each grease fitting with a clean cloth before greasing Lower RH and LH side of the log stabilizer to avoid injecting dirt and grit.

  • Page 60: Change The Hydraulic Fluid And Filter

    WP845 / WP875 Service and Maintenance Trailer Firewood Processor 9.5 Change the Hydraulic Fluid and 13. Check the hydraulic fluid level. Add fluid, as required. For instructions, see Check the Hydraulic Fluid Level on Filter page 31. 14. Dispose of the used hydraulic fluid in an environmentally CAUTION! safe manner.

  • Page 61: Clean The Engine Air Filter

    WP845 / WP875 Service and Maintenance Trailer Firewood Processor 9.6 Clean the Engine Air Filter 9.7 Winch Rope Maintenance IMPORTANT! Operating the engine without an air filter, or CAUTION! with a damaged air filter, can allow dirt to enter the engine, The wood processor winch is designed to use causing rapid engine wear.

  • Page 62: Tire Maintenance

    WP845 / WP875 Service and Maintenance Trailer Firewood Processor - Work your way through the entire rope until the clean rope is laying on the towel. - Inspect the winch spool and fairlead for sharp or rough surfaces that could damage the rope. If required, remove or repair sharp or rough surfaces.

  • Page 63: Troubleshooting

    If you encounter a problem that is difficult to solve, even after WARNING! reading this information, please contact your local dealer, the distributor, or Wallenstein Equipment. Before you call, please Before troubleshooting, read and understand the have the serial number for your product handy.

  • Page 64: Specifications

    WP845 / WP875 Specifications Trailer Firewood Processor 11. Specifications For engine specifications, see the engine manufacturer's manual. 11.1 Machine Specifications Model WP845 WP875 Engine make / model / displacement / horsepower Vanguard® 400 / 25V3 / 408 cc / 14 hp Hydraulic pump flow / type 22 US gpm (83.2 Lpm) / 2 stage...

  • Page 65: Common Bolt Torque

    WP845 / WP875 Specifications Trailer Firewood Processor 11.2 Common Bolt Torque 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 66: Wheel Lug Nut Torque

    WP845 / WP875 Specifications Trailer Firewood Processor 11.3 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 Across Finger Tight cause leakage.

  • Page 67: Product Warranty

    Trailer Firewood Processor 12. 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 68: Index

    WP845 / WP875 Index Trailer Firewood Processor 13. Index Specifications ............57 Hour meter and RPM display......... 20 Air filter, clean..............61 Alert symbol ................7 Add ................30 Level check .............. 29 Specifications ............57 Ball-mount hitch Operation ............... 27 Connect .................
  • Page 69 WP845 / WP875 Index Trailer Firewood Processor Position the next log ............48 Split logs ................ 47 Ignition switch, engine ............20 Split wood discharge............48 Inspection Dealer report ..............4 Delivery report ..............4 Replace engine fuel ............54 Instructions, operating ............
  • Page 70 WP845 / WP875 Index Trailer Firewood Processor Grease ................57 Machine ................. 64 Oil, engine..............57 Torque Common bolt ............65 Hydraulic fitting ............66 Wheel lug nuts............66 Split logs................47 Splitter chute Set height............... 36 Unfold ................36 Splitting wedge Height adjustment lever ..........
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