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Operating Instructions
6.9 Machine Setup
IMPORTANT! Park the wood splitter on a level, dry work
area free of debris and other objects.
Position the splitter so the prevailing wind blows engine
exhaust away from the operator.
If a tow vehicle is available, leaving the splitter
attached to it provides greater stability.
WX540 log splitters are designed with a pivoting main frame that
allows horizontal or fully vertical splitting.
1. Position the splitter next to the wood to be split.
2. Leave the splitter attached to the tow vehicle. If no tow
vehicle is available, lower the front crank jack and the rear
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jack stand. Chock the wheels so the machine is stable.
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3. Make sure working area is clear of stones, branches or
other obstacles.
4. Precut logs to desired block size, ready to load onto splitter
bed.
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5. Determine where the split wood is going to be piled. Make
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sure that location does not interfere loading splitter.
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Figure 13 – WX540, WX540L Set-up
1. Rear jack stand
2. Front jack stand
3. Snap-lock pin
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6.10 Start the Machine
Fast retraction of the starter cord (called
kickback) pulls your hand and arm toward the
engine faster than you can let go of the handle.
Serious bodily harm (for example; bruises,
sprains, fractures, and broken bones) can result.
When starting the engine, pull the starter cord
slowly until you feel resistance, and then pull it
rapidly to avoid kickback.
Before you start the machine, read and
understand all of the safety information in this
manual, the engine manufacturer's manual, and
the chain saw manufacture's manual.
IMPORTANT! If the engine does not start after
repeated attempts, contact your local dealer or go to
VanguardPower.com.
Before you start the machine, see the information under
Controls on page 17.
1. Complete the tasks described in the Pre-operation
Checklist on page 21.
2. Make sure that the machine is set up correctly, level, and in
a stable position.
3. Move the hydraulic controls to the neutral position (out of
detent).
4. Move the choke control to the Closed position.
5. Move the throttle control to the Fast position.
6. Firmly grip the starter-cord handle.
7. Pull the starter cord out slowly until you feel resistance, and
then pull it rapidly.
8. When the engine warms up, move the choke control to the
Open position.
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WX540, WX540L
WARNING!
WARNING!
Log Splitter
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