Wallenstein WX310, Operator'S Manual

Page 1: ...OPERATOR S MANUAL 3 point Hitch Wood Splitter WX310 WX320 WX330 Part Number Z97145_En Rev Jan 2021 ...

Page 2: ...tractors with a closed center system the splitters are equipped with a closed center control valve and the model is identified with a C For example WX310C 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...

Page 3: ...cing Damaged Safety Signs 14 4 Familiarization 15 4 1 To the New Operator 15 4 2 Machine Components 16 5 Controls 18 5 1 Hydraulic Valve 18 5 2 Stroke Limiter Accessory 20 6 Operating Instructions 21 6 1 Attaching to Tractor 21 6 2 Connecting Hydraulic Hoses 22 6 3 Operating Safety 22 6 4 Before Start up 23 6 5 Splitting Logs 24 6 6 Machine Break In 25 6 7 Transporting 26 7 Storing the Wood Splitt...

Page 4: ... _________________________________________ Dealer Name _________ _______________________________ Phone Number _________________________________________ Serial Number __________ __________ __________ Delivery Date I have thoroughly instructed the buyer on the equip ment care adjustments safe operation and applicable warranty policy and reviewed the manual _________________________________________ D...

Page 5: ... when ordering parts or requesting service or other information The product information plate location for each model is shown in the illustrations below For future convenience record the product Model and Serial Number in the spaces provided below Record Product Information Here Model Serial Number WX310 Fig 1 Product Information Plate Location WX320 WX330 ...

Page 6: ...rsonal Protective Equipment is required for safe operation 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 CONFLA A FROID PSI LPC THIS VEH...

Page 7: ...hazardous 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 I...

Page 8: ...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 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 oper...

Page 9: ...ned and physically able operators should use this equipment A person 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...

Page 10: ...ooking 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 Perform the Pre operation Checklist before starting work see Pre operation Checklist on page 23 7 Do not operate on hillsides or when working area is cluttered wet muddy or icy to prevent slipping and tripping Opera...

Page 11: ...raining 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 Manu...

Page 12: ...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 for WX310 WX320 WX330 models 00719 4 1 2 3 ...

Page 13: ...rotective glasses goggles or face shield 2 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 safety feature is an informed operator 3 Warning 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 ...

Page 14: ...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 over the specified area and carefully pres...

Page 15: ...tenance program your wood splitter 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 9 4 1 1 Training Each operator must be trained in the proper set up and operating procedures before using the machine Move the unit to a large open area to allow the o...

Page 16: ...chine Components WX310 Fig 3 WX310 Wood Splitter Components 1 Wedge 2 Log Saddle 3 Splitter Bed 4 Push Block 5 Hydraulic Control Valve 6 Hydraulic Cylinder 7 Category I Three point Hitch Frame 8 Return OUT Hydraulic Hose 9 Pressure IN Hydraulic Hose 00721 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 9 8 ...

Page 17: ...9 10 00722 Fig 4 WX320 WX330 Wood Splitter Components 1 Anvil 2 Log Saddle 3 Splitter Bed 4 Wedge 5 Hydraulic Control Valve 6 Hydraulic Cylinder 7 Category I Three point Hitch Frame 8 Return OUT Hydraulic Hose 9 Pressure IN Hydraulic Hose 10 Storage Tube for Product Manual WX320 WX330 ...

Page 18: ...plitter Control Valve Extend Push the lever forward toward the wood and hold to extend the wedge push block and split the wood Releasing the lever returns it to Neutral 00660 Fig 6 Extend Wedge to split Wood Neutral Position Neutral is the center position on the valve The wedge push block stops moving when the valve lever is moved to Neutral The valve lever can be moved to Neutral from Extend or R...

Page 19: ...s 19 Retract Pull the lever fully backwards to retract the wedge push block The valve detent holds the lever in Retract allowing a hands free return cycle The valve lever spring returns to Neutral when released from auto retract 00661 Fig 8 Retract Wedge ...

Page 20: ...oximately 3 8 cm away from it 3 Shut off the engine Make sure the hydraulic control lever is in the neutral position 4 On the rod adjusting collar loosen the hex set screw and move the rod up to the push block wedge This is the set position at which the wedge stops on the return cycle Tighten the hex screw 5 Test the set up by cycling the push block wedge through its path Split a log then put the ...

Page 21: ...splitter The tractor needs to be exactly in line with the mounting points of the splitter otherwise attaching the 3 point hitch may require moving the implement from side to side 2 When reversing lower raise the lift arms so that they are level with the lower attachment points on the splitter 3 Back up slowly and align the balls in the lift arms to the pins on the splitter 4 Apply the tractor park...

Page 22: ...ses along the tractor hitch to avoid binding and pinching then connect them to the tractor couplers The protective caps on the hoses are colored to indicate function red is the pressure line blue is return As an additional check the ports on the control valve are labeled IN pressure from tractor and OUT return to tractor 3 Start up the tractor engine 4 Move the splitter hydraulic lever to move the...

Page 23: ... especially small children 2 Make sure each operator is trained and familiar with the set up and operation of the wood splitter 3 Follow the Pre Operation Checklist 4 Review the Controls section see page 18 5 Survey the work site and position the wood splitter in a clear level work area 6 Set up the machine correctly See Set up 6 4 1 Pre operation Checklist Efficient and safe operation of the Wall...

Page 24: ...ush block and the log Never place hands at the ends of the log Always grasp logs by the sides when loading or removing W035 Always grasp the log by the sides not the ends when placing in or removing logs from the splitter This minimizes the chance of getting fingers hands or an arm between the wedge and the log WARNING Risk of pinching or crushing hazard The worker loading the splitter MUST be the...

Page 25: ...g area can lead to tripping and an accident When the machine is new lubricating the plate under the wedge slider can help improve wear and reduce binding The splitter bed polishes itself once the paint is worn off 6 6 Machine Break In Although there are no operational restrictions on the wood splitter when used for the first time it is recommended that the following items be checked After 1 hour o...

Page 26: ...s weight is on the front wheels to maintain safe steering Always be in compliance with all applicable local regulations when transporting 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 ...

Page 27: ...priate personal protective equipment 6 Where replacement parts are necessary use only OEM parts to restore your equipment to original specifications Wallenstein Equipment is not responsible for injuries or damages caused by use of unapproved parts or accessories 7 When completing a maintenance or service function make sure all safety shields and devices are installed before placing splitter in ser...

Page 28: ...ent required Call technician 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 too loose Valve detent adjustment required Control handle does not go to neutral when released Control may be damaged Control may need service or be replaced Call technician Cylinder st...

Page 29: ...20 ton 20 ton Splitting Force 3000 psi 207 bar 20 ton 25 ton 25 ton Valve Type Open center with return detent Optional closed center Recommended minimum hydraulic flow 10 gpm 38 Lpm 13 gpm 49 Lpm 13 gpm 49 Lpm Splitter Orientation Horizontal Weight 215 lb 98 kg 375 lb 170 kg 425 lb 193 kg Dimensions L x W x H 70 x 28 x 24 178 cm x 71 cm x 61 cm 96 x 30 x 24 244 cm x 76 cm x 61 cm 120 x 30 x 24 305...

Page 30: ...d locker increase 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 39...

Page 31: ...ector body and tighten the swivel nut with the second Torque to values shown If a torque wrench is not available use the FFFT Flats From Finger Tight method Hydraulic Fitting Torque Tube Size OD Hex Size Across Flats Torque value Flats From Finger Tight Inches Inches lbf ft N m Flats Turns 3 16 7 16 6 8 2 1 6 1 4 9 16 11 12 15 17 2 1 6 5 16 5 8 14 16 19 22 2 1 6 3 8 11 16 20 22 27 30 1 1 4 1 6 1 2...

Page 32: ...se Include 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 Consequen al damage indirect damage or loss of profits 4 Damages resul ng from Misuse negligence accident the or fire Use of improper or insufficient fuel fluids or lubricants Use of parts or a ermarket accessories ot...

Page 33: ...tective Equipment PPE 8 Pre operation 23 Product Warranty 32 Putting Wood Splitter in Storage Removing from Storage 26 S Safe Condition 9 Safety 7 Equipment Safety Guidelines 9 How to Install Safety Signs 14 Hydraulic Safety 9 Maintenance Safety 27 Operating Safety 22 Personal Protective Equipment PPE 8 Preparation 10 Safety Alert Symbol 7 Safety Do s and Don ts 8 Safety Training 9 Signal Words 7 ...

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