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WE225, WE235

Trailer Wood Splitter

 Safety

Safety

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2.3  Why is SAFETY important?

Three Big Reasons:

• 

Accidents Disable and Kill

• 

Accidents Cost

• 

Accidents Can Be Avoided

The policy of Wallenstein Equipment Inc. is to produce 

products that are safe and reliable. However, even when 

using well-engineered equipment, there is always an 

element of risk. To minimize the risks and promote safety 

at all times, this section of the operator’s manual details a 

number of safety rules that must always be followed and 

obeyed.

YOU

 are responsible for the SAFE operation and 

maintenance of your Wallenstein Trailer Wood Splitter. 

YOU

 must ensure that you and anyone else who is going 

to use, maintain or work around the wood splitter be 

familiar with the operating and maintenance procedures 

and related

 

safety

 

information contained in this manual. 

This manual provides good safety practices that should 

be followed while using the wood splitter. 

Remember, 

YOU

 are the key to safety. Good safety 

practices not only protect you but also the people 

around you. Make these practices a working part of 

your safety program. Be certain that 

EVERYONE

 using 

this equipment is familiar with the recommended use 

and maintenance procedures and follows all the safety 

precautions. 

2.4  Safety Rules

•  DO 

give operating instructions to operators or 

employees before allowing them to operate the 

machine, and REVIEW annually thereafter.

•  DO

 read and understand ALL 

Safety and Operating instructions 

in the manual and follow them. 

The most important safety device 

on this equipment is a SAFE 

operator. 

•  DO

 review safety related items annually with 

all personnel who are operating the machine or 

performing maintenance.

•  DO

 wear appropriate Personal Protective 

Equipment (PPE). The suggested equipment 

includes but is not limited to the following:

  - Hearing Protection
  - Protective glasses, goggles or face shield
  - Heavy work gloves
  - Protective shoes  with slip resistant soles

 

•  DO

 have a first-aid kit available 

for use should the need arise and 

know how to use it. 

•  DO

 read and understand all safety signs located 

on the machine before operating, servicing, 

adjusting, or cleaning.

•  DO

 inspect and secure all guards before starting.

•  DO 

check engine intake and exhaust. Make 

sure they are clear of debris prior to starting the 

machine.

•  DO

 have a fire extinguisher available for 

use should the need arise. Know how to 

use it.

•  DO

 think SAFETY! Work SAFELY!

•  DO NOT

 touch hot engine parts, muffler cover, 

hydraulic hoses, engine body, engine oil, and so on 

during operation or if the engine was recently shut 

off. Contact may cause burns.

•  DO NOT 

expect a person who has not read and 

understood all operation and safety instructions 

to use the machine. An untrained operator is 

not qualified and is exposed to possible serious 

injury or death. It is the owner's responsibility 

to make sure to the operator has familiarity and 

understanding of the machine.

•  DO NOT

 allow riders during transport.

•  DO NOT

 risk injury or death by ignoring good 

safety practices. 

Summary of Contents for WE225

Page 1: ...OPERATOR S MANUAL TrailerWoodSplitter WE225 WE235 Part Number Z97112_En Rev May 2019 ...

Page 2: ...plitting 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 2019 Review all safety operation and maintenance information...

Page 3: ...ic Valve 22 6 Operating Instructions 23 6 1 Operating Safety 23 6 2 Before Starting the Engine 24 6 3 Pre operation Checklist 24 6 4 Machine Break In 25 6 5 Engine Oil Level Check 25 6 6 Hydraulic Oil Level Check 25 6 7 Fuel Level Check 26 6 8 Machine Set up 27 6 9 Starting the Engine 27 6 10 Stopping the Engine 28 6 11 Log Placement 29 6 12 Splitting Wood 29 6 13 Vertical Splitting 30 6 14 Transp...

Page 4: ...l Hitch Review Operating and Safety Instructions _________________________________________ Customer s Name _________________________________________ Contact Name _________________________________________ Dealer Name _________ _______________________________ Phone Number _________________________________________ Serial Number __________ __________ __________ Delivery Date I have thoroughly instruct...

Page 5: ... parts or requesting service or other information The product information plate location is shown in the illustration For future convenience record the product Model and Serial Number in the spaces provided below Record Product Information Here Model Serial Number Model and Serial Number Location Fig 1 Product Information Plate Location typical for both models ...

Page 6: ...the original purchase receipt with any claim This warranty does not cover the following 1 Normal maintenance or adjustments 2 Normal replacement of wearable and service parts 3 Consequential damage indirect damage or loss of profits 4 Damages resulting from Misuse negligence accident theft or fire Use of improper or insufficient fuel fluids or lubricants Use of parts or aftermarket accessories oth...

Page 7: ...rovides additional information to the operator or explains the operation of a control Product Decals indicate machine model and serial number and other important information VIN NLV MODEL Manufactured by Wallenstein Equipment Inc 7201 Line 86 Wallenstein ON N0B2S0 Canada TYPE OF VEHICLE TYPE DE VEHICLE TRA REM GAWR PNBE KG GVWR PNBV KG DIMENSION RIM JANTE E R I T PNEU COLD INFL PRESS PRESS DE CONF...

Page 8: ...ous situation that if not avoided will result in death or serious injury This signal word is to be limited to the most extreme situations typically for machine components which for functional purposes cannot be guarded WARNING Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that if not avoided could result in death or serious injury and includes hazards that are exposed when guards are removed It may ...

Page 9: ...ereafter DO read and understand ALL Safety and Operating instructions in the manual and follow them The most important safety device on this equipment is a SAFE operator DO review safety related items annually with all personnel who are operating the machine or performing maintenance DO wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment PPE The suggested equipment includes but is not limited to the fo...

Page 10: ...son who has not read and understood all operation and safety instructions is not qualified to use the machine Untrained operators expose themselves and bystanders to possible serious injury or death If elderly people are assisting with the work their physical limitations need to be recognized and accommodated 3 Learn the controls and how to stop the machine quickly in an emergency 4 If this machin...

Page 11: ...om the spill and avoid engine ignition until gasoline has evaporated 8 DO NOT smoke while filling fuel tank 9 DO NOT choke carburetor to stop engine Whenever possible gradually reduce engine speed before stopping 10 DO NOT run engine above rated speeds This may result in injury 11 DO NOT tamper with governor springs governor links or other parts which may increase the governed speed 12 DO NOT tamp...

Page 12: ...a tripping hooking or snagging hazard Ground should be firm and level 4 Operate only in daylight or good artificial light 5 Make sure machine is properly adjusted and in good operating condition 6 Store fuel well away from the wood pile 7 Perform the Pre operation Checklist procedure before starting work see Pre operation Checklist on page 36 8 Do not operate on hillsides or when working area is c...

Page 13: ...g the sign off sheet provided below can be used Make periodic reviews of Safety and Operation a standard practice for all operators Review again at the startup of every season The design and manufacture of this product conforms to relative provisions in the following standards ISO 4254 1 Agricultural machinery Safety ASABE S318 Safety for Agricultural Field Equipment ISO 3600 Operator s Manual Mac...

Page 14: ...ions 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 Think SAFETY Work SAFELY Fig 2 Safety Decal Locations typical 00687 4 1 2 3 ...

Page 15: ...g Pinch point crushing danger Keep your hands away from all moving parts during and after split operation Never try to clear a jammed log with your hands Wait for all moving parts to come to a complete stop before loading or clearing obstructions 3 Caution Refer to the operator s manual Read ALL operating instructions in the manual and learn the meaning of ALL safety signs on the machine The best ...

Page 16: ...e the safety sign replaced 4 Replacement safety signs are available from your authorized Distributor or Dealer Parts Department or the factory 3 3 1 How to Install Safety Signs Ambient temperature must be above 50 F 10 C to install decals 1 Clean and dry the installation area 2 Determine exact position before removing the backing paper 3 Peel back the corner of the backing paper 4 Align the sign o...

Page 17: ...plitter can provide many years of trouble free service IMPORTANT Make sure all operators understand how to put the wood splitter in a Safe Condition before working with this machine See Safe Condition page 10 4 1 1 Training Each operator must be trained in the proper set up and operating procedures before using the machine 1 Move the unit to a large open area to allow the operator to become famili...

Page 18: ...d Splitter Components 1 Hydraulic Control Valve 2 Sliding Push Block 3 Splitter Bed 4 Shelf 5 Wedge 6 Trailer Hitch 2 Ball 7 Safety Chains 8 Jack Stand 9 Tube for Manuals 10 Hydraulic Tank 11 4 8 8 LRB SportTrail Tires 12 Honda GCV160 Engine 13 Hydraulic Cylinder 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 00668 ...

Page 19: ... 2 Hydraulic Cylinder 3 Hydraulic Control Valve 4 Sliding Wedge 5 Spring Latch For Tilting Splitter Bed 6 Tilting Splitter Bed 7 Shelf 8 Anvil 9 Hydraulic Tank 10 4 8 8 LRB SportTrail Tires 11 Hydraulic Gear Pump 12 Jack Stand 13 Safety Chains 14 Trailer Hitch 2 Ball 1 2 3 4 6 7 8 9 10 11 5 12 13 14 00669 WE235 ...

Page 20: ... further explanation on engine controls 1 2 3 00690 Fig 5 Engine Controls 1 Ignition Switch 2 Choke Control 3 Fuel Valve 2 1 3 00694 Fig 6 Engine Controls 1 Recoil Starter 2 Oil Level Check 3 Oil Drain Plug 5 1 1 Ignition Switch This rotary switch controls the ignition system The engine operates in the ON position Before starting the engine turn the switch to ON Turn it counter clockwise to OFF to...

Page 21: ...ion 2 OFF Position If your equipment will not be used for 3 to 4 weeks operate the engine until the carburetor is out of fuel Do this by leaving the fuel valve OFF restarting the engine and running it out of fuel Running time should be less than 3 minutes 5 1 4 Recoil Starter The recoil starter is located on the side of the engine The starter grip is pulled out by hand to start the engine 00704 Fi...

Page 22: ...a detent holds the lever until the wedge push block fully returns providing hands free operation 3 Once the wedge is fully retracted the lever spring returns to neutral Neutral Position Neutral is the center position on the valve The wedge or push block stops moving when the valve lever is moved to Neutral The valve lever can be moved to Neutral from Extend or Retract at any time 00697 Fig 12 Cent...

Page 23: ...must be in control of the machine at all times Read and understand owner s manual before starting Review safety instructions annually 3 Never use engine powered machinery indoors Gas engine exhaust contains toxic carbon monoxide which cannot be smelled or seen Breathing carbon monoxide can be lethal 4 Make sure all guards deflectors and shields are in place before starting and operating 5 Keep han...

Page 24: ...for the operator The checklist is important for both personal safety and keeping the wood splitter in good mechanical condition Before operating the machine and each time thereafter the following areas should be checked off Pre operation Checklist Check engine oil level Top level up as required Check hydraulic fluid level Top level up as required Check and lubricate the machine following the sched...

Page 25: ...After 8 hours of operation 7 Repeat the above steps 6 5 Engine Oil Level Check Check engine oil level daily Check with the machine parked on level ground and the engine stopped IMPORTANT Running the engine with a low oil level can cause engine damage that is not covered by warranty 1 Remove the oil level dipstick and wipe it clean 2 Fully insert the oil level dipstick then remove it to check the o...

Page 26: ...any spilled oil 6 7 Fuel Level Check Check the fuel level daily Starting with a full tank helps to eliminate or reduce operating interruptions for refueling The fuel tank is located on the engine Avoid running the tank dry 00198 Fig 17 Fuel Filler Cap 6 7 1 Refueling Fuel tank capacity 0 25 US gal 0 93 L WARNING Fuel vapors can explode causing injury or death Do not smoke while refueling Keep spar...

Page 27: ...s branches or other obstacles 4 Precut logs to desired block size ready to load onto splitter bed 5 Determine where the split wood is going to be piled Make sure that location does not interfere loading the splitter 00701 1 2 Fig 18 Machine Set up 1 Snap Lock Pin 2 Jack Stand 6 9 Starting the Engine CAUTION Before starting engine review the operating and maintenance instructions in the engine manu...

Page 28: ...k against the engine Return it gently to prevent damage to the starter 4 Gradually push the choke control lever in open as the engine warms The auto throttle feature only functions when the engine is fully warmed IMPORTANT Engine should be warmed up before putting to work 6 10 Stopping the Engine To stop the engine in an emergency turn the ignition switch OFF Correct fault situation before restart...

Page 29: ...T be the only one in control of the hydraulic cylinder and splitting wedge Only one worker should operate and load the wood splitter W036 1 Place wood or log on the splitter 2 Push control lever forward and hold to split wood 3 Release the lever when the log splits or cylinder reaches full stroke and stops 4 Pull the lever back to retract the push block or wedge The detent holds the lever until th...

Page 30: ...07 Fig 25 Rotate Splitter to Vertical 3 Continue tipping while placing your foot on the hydraulic tank axle as a brace until splitter is in the full vertical position 4 Set the log or block onto the splitter base 00645 Fig 26 Correct Log Placement Vertical WARNING Risk of pinching or crushing hazard The worker loading the splitter MUST be the only one in control of the hydraulic cylinder and split...

Page 31: ... transporting 11 Clean all debris off the splitter Remove any tools or other loose items 12 Check that all the lights reflectors and other lighting requirements are installed and in good working condition 13 Never allow riders on the machine 14 Be a safe and courteous driver Always yield to oncoming traffic in all situations including narrow bridges intersections and so on 15 Watch for other traff...

Page 32: ...ouble free life by following these steps IMPORTANT Refer to the engine manufacturer s manual for information specific to engine storage 1 Fully retract the cylinder ram 2 Add a stabilizer to the fuel tank Top up the tank and run the engine outdoors for 10 minutes to be sure that treated gasoline has replaced the untreated gasoline in the carburetor 3 Turn fuel valve OFF 4 Thoroughly wash the machi...

Page 33: ...ble for injuries or damages caused by the use of unapproved parts or accessories 8 Inspect and tighten all bolts nuts and screws Check that all electrical and fuel connections are properly secured 9 When completing a maintenance or service function make sure all safety shields and devices are installed before placing splitter in service 10 When cleaning any parts do not use gasoline Use a cleanser...

Page 34: ... quality See page 25 Grease frame slide hinges pivot points See page 34 Every 100 hours or Annually Grease axle bearings See page 34 Change engine oil See engine manual Check tire pressure See rating on tire sidewall Change hydraulic oil and filter See page 36 Change engine air filter See page 37 Change fuel filter See engine manual Clean machine Remove debris and entangled material 8 4 Grease Poi...

Page 35: ...er Service and Maintenance 35 Location Every 40 hours of operation or as required 1 Splitter slide hinge points Location Every 100 hours of operation or annually 2 Axle bearings 2 places Fig 31 Grease Points 1 1 2 2 00711 WE225 WE235 ...

Page 36: ...th clean oil 5 Dispose of used oil in an environmentally safe manner 8 6 Hydraulic Oil Filter Changing Change hydraulic oil filter at 100 hours of operation or annually The filter is located on side of the hydraulic oil tank CAUTION Risk of burns to exposed skin Hydraulic oil becomes hot during operation Hoses lines and other parts become hot as well Wait for the oil and components to cool before ...

Page 37: ... 34 Engine Air Cleaner 1 Tabs on Cover 2 Air Cleaner Cover 3 Filter Element 4 Air Cleaner Body 5 Carburetor Duct Inspection Remove the air cleaner cover and inspect the filter element Clean or replace dirty filter elements Always replace damaged filter elements 1 Press the latch tabs 1 on the top of the air cleaner cover 2 and remove the cover Check the filter 3 to be sure it is clean and in good ...

Page 38: ...wood Low engine speed Check throttle is set to maximum Check that choke is off Control handle does not go to neutral after rod is fully retracted Valve detent set too tight Adjustment required to detent on valve Hydraulic oil too cold Allow machine to warm up Hydraulic fluid is contaminated Change hydraulic fluid and filter Control handle goes to neutral before rod is fully retracted Detent set to...

Page 39: ...Gear two stage Hydraulic Pump Flow 11 gpm 41 6 Lpm Bed Height 24 61 cm 27 69 cm Wedge Height 9 23 cm Tire Size 4 80 x 8 LRB SportTrail Tire Type Highway Safety Chains Standard Ball Hitch Size 2 Splitter Orientation Horizontal Horizontal Vertical Average Cycle Time 6 6 seconds Full Cycle Time 13 2 seconds Weight 319 lb 144 6 kg 366 lb 166 kg Dimensions L x W x H 81 x 40 x 38 82 x 40 x 46 206 cm x 1...

Page 40: ...ncrease torque values by 5 NOTE Bolt grades are identified by their head markings Imperial Bolt Torque Specifications Bolt Diameter Torque Value SAE Gr 2 SAE Gr 5 SAE Gr 8 lbf ft N m lbf ft N m lbf ft N m 1 4 6 8 9 12 12 17 5 16 10 13 19 25 27 36 3 8 20 27 33 45 45 63 7 16 30 41 53 72 75 100 1 2 45 61 80 110 115 155 9 16 60 95 115 155 165 220 5 8 95 128 160 215 220 305 3 4 165 225 290 390 400 540 ...

Page 41: ...tant safety procedure to apply and maintain proper wheel mounting torque on your trailer axle Torque wrenches are the best method to assure the proper amount of torque is being applied to a fastener Wheel lugs should be torqued before first road use and after each wheel removal Check and re torque after the first 10 miles 16 km 25 miles 40 km and again at 50 miles 80 km Check periodically thereaft...

Page 42: ... 41 Hydraulic Oil 33 Hydraulic Oil Adding 26 Hydraulic Oil Changing 36 Hydraulic Oil Level Check 25 Hydraulic Oil Type 26 I Ignition Switch 20 Informative Labels 7 Introduction 2 Foreword 2 L Log Placement 29 Lubricants 33 M Machine Components 18 Machine Set up 27 Machine Specifications 39 Maintenance Decals 7 Maintenance Schedule 34 O Operating Hints 29 Operating Instructions 23 Before Starting t...

Page 43: ...gn Explanations 15 Safety Sign Locations 14 Safety Training 10 Serial Number Location 5 Service and Maintenance 33 Fluids and Lubricants 33 Grease Points 34 Hydraulic Oil Changing 36 Hydraulic Oil Filter Changing 36 Maintenance Schedule 34 Sign off form 13 Specifications 39 Common Bolt Torque Values 40 Hydraulic Fitting Torque 41 Machine Specifications 39 Wheel Lug Torque 41 Splitting Wood Operati...

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