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OPERATOR'S MANUAL WX520 up to S/N 250754 WX520T up to S/N 250757 WX520L up to S/N 2E9US1115KS250746 WX 520/L, WX 520T Trailer Wood Splitter Rev Jun-2020 Part Number: Z97135_En...
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.
WX520, WX520L, WX520T Introduction Trailer Wood Splitter 1.2 Delivery Inspection Report WALLENSTEIN WX520 Series Trailer Wood Splitters To activate warranty, register your product online at http://www.wallensteinequipment.com _________________________________________ Pre-delivery Inspection Customer’s Name Inspect for damage from shipping. Immediately contact the shipping company if damage is found.
WX520, WX520L, WX520T Introduction Trailer Wood Splitter 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. The product information plate location is shown in the illustration.
Introduction Trailer Wood Splitter 1.4 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...
(how to avoid the hazard). Product Decals indicate machine model and serial number, and other important information. Manufactured by: Safety alert Wallenstein Equipment Inc., 7201 Line 86, Wallenstein ON N0B2S0, Canada MODEL: ########## TYPE OF VEHICLE/TYPE DE VEHICLE: TRA / REM GAWR/PNBE (KG):...
YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED! The Safety Alert Symbol identifies important safety messages on the Wallenstein wood splitter 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.
• Accidents Can Be Avoided - Protective shoes with slip resistant soles The policy of Wallenstein Equipment Inc. is to produce products • DO have a first-aid kit available for use that are safe and reliable. However, even when using well- should the need arise and know how to engineered equipment, there is always an element of risk.
WX520, WX520L, WX520T Safety Trailer Wood Splitter 2.5 Equipment Safety Guidelines • Learn the controls and how to stop the machine quickly in an emergency. Always place the machine in a Safe Condition before • If this machine is loaned or rented, it is the machine performing any service work, maintenance procedures, or owner's responsibility to make certain that every operator: storage preparation.
WX520, WX520L, WX520T Safety Trailer Wood Splitter • DO NOT run engine above rated speeds. This may result in • Before applying pressure to the system, injury. make sure all components are tight, and • DO NOT tamper with governor springs, governor links or that lines, hoses and couplings are not other parts which may increase the governed speed.
WX520, WX520L, WX520T Safety Trailer Wood Splitter 2.11 Being Prepared • Determine where the split wood is going to be piled ahead of time. Make sure it does not interfere with safe loading of wood into the splitter. • Precut logs so wood is ready to load into the splitter. Do not run a chain saw and the splitter at the same time.
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WX520, WX520L, WX520T Safety Trailer Wood Splitter 2.11.1 Sign-Off Form The design and manufacture of this product conforms to relative provisions in the following standards: Anyone using this machine must read and thoroughly understand all Safety, Operation and Maintenance information ISO 4254-1 Agricultural machinery –...
WX520, WX520L, WX520T Safety Signs Trailer Wood Splitter 3. Safety Signs 3.1 Safety Sign Locations The types of safety signs and locations on the equipment are shown in the illustrations that follow. Good safety requires that you familiarize yourself with the various safety signs, the type of warning and the area, or particular function related to that area, that requires your SAFETY AWARENESS.
Pinch point / crushing danger! Keep your authorized Distributor, Dealer Parts Department, or hands away from all moving parts during Wallenstein Equipment. and after split operation! Never try to clear a jammed log with your hands! Wait for all Procedure moving parts to come to a complete stop before loading or clearing obstructions.
WX520, WX520L, WX520T Familiarization Trailer Wood Splitter 4. Familiarization 4.1 To the New Operator It is the responsibility of the owner or operator to read this manual and to train all other operators before they start working with the machine. Follow all safety instructions exactly.
WX520, WX520L, WX520T Controls Trailer Wood Splitter 5. Controls 5.1.2 Ignition Switch IMPORTANT! Before starting work with the wood splitter, become familiar with the location and function of all This rotary switch controls the ignition system. controls. • The engine operates in the ON position. Before starting the engine, turn the switch to ON.
WX520, WX520L, WX520T Controls Trailer Wood Splitter 5.1.4 Fuel Shut-off Valve Hydraulic Valve The engine is equipped with a fuel shut-off valve (1) between the The control valve extends and retracts the push block to split tank and the carburetor. the wood.
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WX520, WX520L, WX520T Controls Trailer Wood Splitter Neutral Position Retract Position • Neutral is the center position on the valve. • Pull the lever fully backwards to retract the push block. The valve detent holds the lever in Retract allowing a hands-free •...
WX520, WX520L, WX520T Controls Trailer Wood Splitter 5.3 Stroke Limiter Accessory Use the Stroke Limiter accessory to shorten the cylinder return time. Shortening the return stroke improves productivity. Setting Stroke Limiter 1. Place a typical sized log on the splitter bed. 2.
WX520, WX520L, WX520T Operating Instructions Trailer Wood Splitter 6. Operating Instructions The WX520 splitter models operate in the horizontal 13. Never place any part of your body where it would be configuration only. in danger if machine movement should occur during assembly, installation, operation, maintenance, repairing or The operator has the responsibility of being familiar with all moving.
Trailer Wood Splitter 6.3 Pre-operation Checklist 6.4 Machine Break-In Efficient and safe operation of the Wallenstein wood splitter Although there are no operational restrictions on the wood requires that each operator reads and understands the operating splitter when used for the first time, it is recommended that the...
WX520, WX520L, WX520T Operating Instructions Trailer Wood Splitter 6.5 Engine Oil Level Check 6.6 Hydraulic Oil Level Check Check engine oil level daily. Check hydraulic oil level every 40 hours or weekly. Check with the machine parked on level ground and the engine Check with the machine parked on level ground and the engine stopped.
WX520, WX520L, WX520T Operating Instructions Trailer Wood Splitter 6.7 Fuel Level Check 6.8 Machine Set-up Check the fuel level daily. IMPORTANT! Park the wood splitter on a level, dry work area free of debris and other objects. Starting with a full tank helps to eliminate or reduce operating interruptions for refueling.
WX520, WX520L, WX520T Operating Instructions Trailer Wood Splitter 6.11 Log Placement IMPORTANT! Engine should be warmed up before putting to work. WARNING! 6. Once the engine is warmed, increase the throttle setting to Risk of pinching or crushing hazard between the MAX before beginning.
WX520, WX520L, WX520T Operating Instructions Trailer Wood Splitter 6.12 Splitting Wood 6.13 Transporting 6.13.1 Transport Safety WARNING! 1. Comply with local laws governing safety and transporting Risk of pinching or crushing hazard! The worker of machinery on public roads. loading the splitter MUST be the only one in 2.
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WX520, WX520L, WX520T Operating Instructions Trailer Wood Splitter 6.13.2 Prepare for Transport 5. Flip the latch to lock the coupler around the ball. 6. Pull out the jack stand snap lock pin and raise the jack • Turn the fuel OFF when transporting. stand to its stowed position.
WX520, WX520L, WX520T Storing the Wood Splitter Trailer Wood Splitter 7. Storing the Wood Splitter After the season's use and the wood splitter is going to be put away in storage, it should be thoroughly inspected and prepared. Repair or replace any worn or damaged components to prevent any unnecessary down time at the start of next season.
WX520, WX520L, WX520T Service and Maintenance Trailer Wood Splitter 8. Service and Maintenance 11. Always use proper tools in good condition. Make sure WARNING! you understand how to use them, before performing any service work. Risk of serious personal injury. Stop engine before performing ANY service or maintenance procedure.
WX520, WX520L, WX520T Service and Maintenance Trailer Wood Splitter 8.3 Maintenance Schedule Perform maintenance procedures at time shown or hour interval, whichever comes first. As Required Check the condition of all hydraulic lines, hoses and fittings. Replace any that are damaged. Remove any entangled material from splitter.
WX520, WX520L, WX520T Service and Maintenance Trailer Wood Splitter 8.4 Grease Points Every 40 hours of operation Location or as required Use a hand-held grease gun for all greasing. Pump one shot of grease per fitting. Frame slide Look for this decal on your machine. It Every 100 hours of operation Location indicates a grease point and the interval in...
WX520, WX520L, WX520T Service and Maintenance Trailer Wood Splitter 8.5 Hydraulic Oil – Changing 8.6 Hydraulic Oil Filter – Changing Change the hydraulic oil at 100 hours of operation or Change hydraulic oil filter at 100 hours of operation or annually.
WX520, WX520L, WX520T Service and Maintenance Trailer Wood Splitter 8.7 Engine Air Cleaner Inspection Remove the air cleaner cover and inspect the filter elements. Check air filter every 40 hours of operation. Change air filter Clean or replace dirty filter elements. Always replace damaged elements at 100 hours of operation or annually.
Refer to the Honda™ GX160 owner's manual found in the If a problem persists after reading through the Troubleshooting manual tube. section, contact the local dealer, distributor or Wallenstein Equipment. Have the machine serial number ready. Problem Cause Solution Oil filter plugged.
WX520, WX520L, WX520T Specifications Trailer Wood Splitter 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. SAE Gr.
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