Introduction; Foreword - Wallenstein WX540 Operator's Manual

WX540, WX540L
Log Splitter

1. Introduction

WARNING!
Do not attempt to start or operate the machine
before you read this manual thoroughly. Make
sure that you understand how to operate the
machine correctly and safely before you use it.
Keep this manual with the machine at all times.

1.1 Foreword

Congratulations on your choice of a Wallenstein WX540 Log
Splitter!
This high-quality machine is designed and manufactured to
meet the needs of an efficient wood splitting operation.
This manual covers the Wallenstein 20-ton WX540 log splitters.
The WX540 model features horizontal and vertical splitting.
Models Covered in this Manual
• WX540
• WX540L (stop, turn signal, tail lights)
Information that is specific to a model is noted. Otherwise, the
information in this manual applies to all of the listed models.
Units of measurement in Wallenstein Equipment technical
manuals are written as:
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 distributor if you need assistance, information or additional
copies of the manuals.
Wallenstein Equipment Inc. • © 2023. All rights reserved.
No part of this work may be copied, reproduced, replaced,
distributed, published, displayed, modified, or transferred in
any form or by any means except with the prior permission of
Wallenstein Equipment Inc.
Review all safety, operation and maintenance information
contained in this manual.
W034
3
Introduction