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HWP-HPU PTO Driven Hydraulic Power Unit Operator’s Manual Halverson Wood Products 205 College Street Pine River, MN 56474 218-587-2065...
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Purchaser's responsibility to ensure safe operation procedures. • IMPLEMENTS: The chain must be used on the pump to avoid damaging the unit. The HWP-HPU was designed specifically for the Halverson Firewood Processor, and it is not intended for any other use.
This will expand the versatility and value of your tractor. The system uses a PTO motor to power the HWP-HPU. At 540 RPM, the HWP-HPU provides 21.2 gpm. of fluid to the Halverson attachments. Read this manual carefully to learn how to operate the unit safely and how to set up and maintain it to provide maximum efficiency.
1.8 Disposal of Equipment at End of Useful Life The HWP-HPU has been designed for the specific purpose of powering Halverson attachments. When this unit is no longer capable of doing its designed purpose, it should be dismantled and scrapped. Do not use...
As you assemble, operate, or maintain the HWP-HPU (unit), you must be alert to potential hazards. You should also have the necessary training, skills, and tools to perform any assembly or maintenance procedures.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which if not avoided, may result in injury. 2.3 General Safety Instruction The owner/operator is responsible for the SAFE use and maintenance of the HWP-HPU. Make sure anyone who is operating, maintaining, or working around the unit is familiar with the operating and maintenance procedures and related SAFETY information contained in this manual.
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Crush Hazard: Do not allow anyone to ride on the tractor or the HWP-HPU. Falling or crushing hazards can result in severe injury or death. Falling Hazard: Do not allow riders on the hitch, tractor, or HWP-HPU at any time. Falling can result in severe injuries or death.
If you do not understand any information in this manual, see your dealer or contact Halverson Wood Products, Inc., before proceeding. Do not use or allow anyone else to use this HWP-HPU until all information has been reviewed. Annually review this manual before the season start-up. Make periodic reviews of SAFETY and OPERATION of the HWP-HPU standard practice.
ALL safety, operation and maintenance information presented in this HWP-HPU manual. Do not use or allow anyone else to use the HWP-HPU until all information has been reviewed. Annually review this manual before the season start-up.
All applicable safety recommendations in other sections should also be followed. 2.11 Maintenance Safety Refer to the Service and Maintenance section for safety recommendations related to maintaining the HWP-HPU. All applicable safety recommendations in other sections should also be followed.
Pay close attention to the safety signs and instructional labels attached to the tractor and the HWP-HPU. Duplicate safety signs, which are attached to the HWP-HPU, can also be found in this section. If the HWP-HPU is missing a label or one is unreadable, replace the label before using the unit.
Roll Away Hazard: Before leaving the tractor seat, make sure the engine is stopped, the transmission is placed in park, the key is removed, and the parking brake is set. The weight of the tractor plus the HWP-HPU can cause serious injury or death.
2. Connect the "in" side of the PTO pump to the bottom of the tank prior to filling with hydraulic fluid! 3. Slowly back the tractor towards the HWP-HPU and align the lower lift arm hitch holes with the lug holes on the HWP-HPU using the tractor's 3-point hydraulic controls.
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13. Connect the cooler fan connector (if equipped) and plug into a 12v power port using the supplied harness. 14. Enjoy the use of your HWP-HPU. Note: When running a HWP Firewood Processor, it is not anticipated that you will need to run the tractor at the full 540 rpm.
Always refer to the tractor owner's manual to determine its compatibility and maximum safety. Operating the Tractor: Before attaching the HWP-HPU to the tractor, be familiar with its controls and how to stop it quickly in the event of an emergency. Read and understand this manual and the one provided with your tractor before transporting the unit.
6.0 Storage 6.1 Storage Safety At the end of the season, the HWP-HPU should be thoroughly inspected and prepared for storage. Repair or replace any worn or damaged components to prevent any unnecessary downtime at the beginning of the next season.
Damaged Parts Hazard: Do not use the HWP-HPU if any parts are damaged. If the unit is believed to have a defect which could cause it to work improperly, immediately stop using it and remedy the problem before continuing.
Repairs or modifications to the HWP-HPU can result in serious injury or death should those repairs fail. 7.3 Hydraulic Fluid Maintenance One of the most important items to prevent problems is ensuring that the HWP-HPU is free of dirt and other containments.
7.3.3 Change Hydraulic Fluid Change hydraulic fluid every 150 operating hours or every 2 years of service, whichever comes first. 1. Place a container with the ability to hold 20 gallons under the drain plug. 2. Remove the drain plug and filler cap. 3.
Halverson Wood Products, Inc. All parts and components of the HWP-HPU which, delivered to the original purchaser, are found to be defective in terms of materials and/or workmanship, will be repaired or replaced as Halverson Wood Products Inc. elects within the warranty period as measured from the date of delivery to the first retail purchaser.
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• New Halverson Wood Products Inc. parts installed during the warranty service are warranted for the remaining warranty period of the unit. A new HWP-HPU replacing a failed HWP-HPU is warranted for the remaining period of the original unit. •...
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