MRF WS5X36 User manual

OPERATOR’S MANUAL
Wood Splier / Tree Shear
Model WS5X36
Serial Number 12997-
Manual# 96374 JUL 2021 ENGLISH
COPYRIGHT © 2021
MESSER REPAIR AND FABRICATING LLC
SAUK CENTRE, MN
PRINTED IN USA
ALL RIGHTS RESERVED

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Using This Manual
The term loader is used in this manual to refer to a skid
steer loader.
Your loader operator’s manual contains instructions to
safely operate the loader. Anyone who operates a loader
with this attachment installed must rst read, under-
stand and follow the instructions in the loader operator’s
manual.
This manual contains instructions to safely operate and
service the attachment. Anyone who operates or services
the attachment must rst read, understand and follow the
instructions in this manual.
Additional operating or servicing information for the
attachment may be provided online, in video, or in
other publications. This additional information does not
replace, and is not a substitute for reading and following,
the instructions in this manual.
The safety alert symbol is shown in WARNING state-
ments to alert users to hazards which could cause death
or injury. Carefully read and follow the messages.
IMPORTANT notices alert users to instructions which, if
not followed, could result in damage. Carefully read and
follow the messages.
There may be times when the attachment and loader
shown in this manual may not be your exact model. The
model shown will be close enough to your attachment or
loader to accurately convey the information.
The most current information available is included in
this manual. The publisher may revise this manual at any
time and is not required to notify users of revisions.
Replacement Manuals
Be sure to include this operator’s manual if you sell or
transfer ownership of the attachment.
Contact Messer Repair and Fabricating, LLC for a
printed manual, or nd a downloadable manual on our
website.
Using This Aachment
The attachment is designed to split wood, and shear and
prune trees.
The attachment is designed to be connected to the load-
er’s front auxiliary hydraulic couplers.
The manufacturer reserves the right to make improve-
ments, and to discontinue or change specications,
models or design without notice and without incurring
obligation.
Loader Compability
The attachment is designed for installation on loaders
with a minimum Rated Operating Capacity (ROC) of
1,500 lbs.
Conrm your loader’s Rated Operating Capacity (ROC)
in the loader operator’s manual. Conrm your attach-
ment’s ROC in Specications in this manual.
Do not install the attachment on the loader if the com-
bined weight of the attachment and attachment load will
exceed the loader ROC during operation because this
may cause diculty in controlling the loader or may
cause loader damage.
Do not exceed the attachment’s ROC because this may
damage the attachment.
Product Misuse
Product misuse can cause accidents, injury and death.
The manufacturer of the attachment is not responsible
for any harm or injury resulting from product misuse.
Product misuse includes operating or servicing the at-
tachment without following the instructions in this man-
ual, using the attachment in any way for which it was not
designed, and modifying the attachment.
Modicaons
Do not modify the attachment in any way.
Manufacturer Contact
Call Messer Repair and Fabricating, LLC at (833) 352-
3477, or visit www.messerrepair.com.
Introducon

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Idencaon Numbers
Record your product information to provide when you
contact the dealer or manufacturer.
Wood Splier / Tree Shear
Model WS5X36
Serial Number 12997-
Serial Number Locaon
Purchase Date
Dealer
Dealer Phone
Model
Serial #
Product Idencaon and Specicaons
Specicaons
Model WS5X36
Overall Length/Depth
(Boom out)
269 cm (106 in.)
Overall Length/Depth
(Sideways)
69 cm (27 in.)
Overall Width x Height
(Boom out)
114 x 58 cm
(45 x 23 in.)
Overall Width x Height
(Sideways)
251 x 58 cm
(99 x 23 in.)
Max. Throat Opening 91 cm (36 in.)
Cylinder Push Force
(@ 3000 psi)
30 Tons
Weight 447 kg (985 lb.)
Rated Operang Capacity 1814 kg (4000 lbs.)

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Decal Locaons
Locaon Descripon Part Number
A Warning Decal 96117
B Danger Decal 96116
C Caution Decal 96109
D Stand Clear Decal 96138
Safety Decals
• Wear proper hand and eye protecon when search-
ing for leaks. Use wood or cardboard instead of
hands.
• Keep all components in good repair.
DANGER DECAL 96116
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO SHEAR A TREE OVER 8”
IN DIAMETER
CAUTION DECAL 96109
PINCH POINT
STAND CLEAR DECAL 96138
STAND CLEAR WHILE IN OPERATION
WARNING DECAL 96117
HIGH PRESSURE FLUID HAZARD
To prevent serious injury or death:
• Relieve pressure on system before repairing, adjust-
ing or disconnecng.

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Wear Protecve Equipment
• Wear gloves to protect hands from burns if hydraulic
couplers become hot during operation.
• Never wear sandals or other light footwear when op-
erating or servicing the attachment. Wear protective
footwear when handling blades or heavy parts.
• Do not wear loose tting clothing which may
become entangled when operating or servicing the
attachment.
Parking Safely
1. Follow the instructions in the loader operator’s man-
ual to park the loader safely.
2. Fully lower the attachment to level ground.
3. Stop the loader engine and remove the key from the
switch.
4. Do not leave the loader operator seat until the engine
and all other moving loader and attachment parts
have stopped.
5. Follow the instructions in the loader operator’s man-
ual to exit the loader safely. Use the attachment step
area if one is provided.
Operang Aachments Safely
• Do not allow anyone to operate the attachment
unless they have rst read and understood the loader
and the attachment operator’s manuals.
• Do not allow anyone to operate the attachment
unless they have rst read and understood the safety
and warning decals on the loader and on the attach-
ment.
• The attachment owner is responsible for training oth-
ers to safely operate the attachment, and is responsi-
ble for any injuries or harm which occurs while the
attachment is being operated.
• If an area to step on the attachment has been provid-
ed, be sure to use it when entering and exiting the
loader.
• Before operating, replace any worn or damaged
safety decals.
• Before operating, thoroughly inspect the attachment
to be sure all hardware (bolts, nuts, etc.) is installed
and tightened.
• Before operating, thoroughly inspect the attachment
to be sure it is in working order. If the attachment
is damaged or otherwise not in working order, do
not operate until it has been repaired by a qualied
technician.
• Before raising or lowering the attachment be sure the
area is clear of bystanders.
• Do not operate the loader or the attachment if you
are under the inuence of alcohol, drugs, or medica-
tions which may cause drowsiness.
• Do not allow children to operate the loader or the
attachment.
• Do not allow anyone who has not been trained to
operate the loader or the attachment.
• Never allow riders on the attachment.
• Keep hands, feet or other objects away from under-
neath the attachment while operating.
• Fully lower the attachment to level ground when you
are done operating.
• Never leave the attachment unattended while in a
raised position.
• When transporting the attachment installed on the
loader, travel at a slower speed to maintain control.
Using the Wood Splier / Tree Shear Safely
• Do not hand feed or roll wood into the attachment.
• Operate the attachment from the cab of the loader
only.
• Do not attempt to shear trees which are more than
eight inches in diameter.
• Extend the boom out by raising and tilting the at-
tachment to keep pruned or sheared limbs away from
the loader to prevent falling onto the loader.
Servicing Safely
• Disconnect the attachment hydraulic hoses from the
loader before servicing. Do not service the attach-
ment when the hydraulic hoses are installed on the
loader.
• Remove the attachment from the loader before ser-
vicing when instructed to do so in this manual.
• Do not allow anyone to service the attachment
Safety