Assembly & Set-Up
One Operator's Manual
Contents of Carton
. One Log Splitter . One Tongue Assembly
° One Engine Operator's Manual . One Light Kit (If equipped)
WARNING! Use extreme caution unpacking this
machine, Some components are very heavy and will
require additional people or mechanical handling
equipment,
NOTE: All references in this manual to the left or right side and
front or back of the log splitter are from the operating position
only. Exceptions, if any, will be specified,
Unpacking & Assembling the Log Splitter
TOOLS NEEDED: Safety glasses, leather gloves, wire cutters, pry bar
and/or claw hammer.
1. Use a pry bar or claw hammer to [oosen and remove the
top of the arate, |
2. Usea pry bar or claw hammer to remove the sides of the crate,
beginning with the short sides (or left and right side of the log
splitter). Set the sides of the crate aside to avoid injury,
3. Onthe front side of the crate the tongue assembly is
attached on the inside of the crate with a cable tie. Cut the
cable tie to remove the tongue.
4, Remove the large plastic cover and discard.
WARNING! Do NOT remove any wood or cut any
straps securing the log splitter or its components to
the log splitter or the crate at this time. Only remove
straps and/or wood when instructed to do so.
5. Inspect the bottom of the crate for any protruding staples
or wood splinters and remove.
6, Remove any loose parts included with the log splitter (i.e.
operator's manual, tail light kit, etc).
7. Remove the spring clip and clevis pin from the jack stand
on the tongue and then pivot the jack stand towards the
ground into the operating position. See Figure 3-1.
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Cievis Pin
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Figure 3-1
8. Secure the jack stand in position with the clevis pin and
spring clip. See Figure 3-1.
9, Withthelog splitter still secured to the bottom of the crate,
remove two hex bolts and hex nuts from the tank bracket
and remove the piece of wood inside the tank brackets. See
Figure 3-2,
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Figure 3-2
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Align the holes in the tonque with the holes in the tank
bracket and secure with the hardware Just removed, 5ee
Fiqure 3-2,
NOTE: The high pressure hose, which runs from the gear
pump to the bottom of the control valve, must be above
the tongue assembly.
The log splitter is shipped with the beam in a vertical
position, Remove any bolts or straps securing the end plate
to the bottom of the crate.
Pull out the vertical beam lock, rotate it back, and pivot the
beam to the horizontal position until it locks being sure to
avoid any possible pinch points. See Figure 3-3,
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Vertical Beam Lock
Figure 3-3
WARNING! Take extra care when raising and
lowering the beam as it is fairly heavy. Having a
second person assist with raising or lowering the
beam is recommended. Be sure to keep hands away
from any possible pinch points,
Remove the wood between the wedge and the end plate
by cutting the cable tie that secures it. Cut the strap near
the hose on the front of the cylinder that secures it to the
beam weld bracket, Be careful not to damage the hose.
Section 2— Assemeiy & SET-Up
14, Disconnect the dislodger from the beam weld bracket by
removing the six hex screws, See Figure 3-4,
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Hex Screws
Figure 3-4
15. Disconnect the log tray from the beam on the side of the
control valve by removing the two hex washer screws that
secure it to the beam and the two hex washer screws in the
beam, See Figure 3-5.
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Hex Washer
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Log Tray
Figure 3-5
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Lift and slide the cylinder up to the top of beam and into
the weld brackets. See Figure 3-6,
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Cylinder
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Figure 3-6
17. Attach the dislodger over the wedge assembly and secure
it to the weld brackets with the previously removed
hardware. See Figure 3-4.
NOTE: Lift up on the cylinder when installing the hex screws,
NOTE: Once the six hex screws are tightened, there may be
a slight gap between the dislodger and the weld brackets.
This gap is normal.
18. Insert all six bolts loosely into threaded holes of the log tray
and the beam for alignment and assembly purposes.
See Figure 3-7,
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Log Tray
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Figure 3-7
Securely tighten all six bolts once the proper alignment is
achieved.
Check for and remove any staples on the bottom of the
crate that may puncture the tire.
21. Cut the metal strap securing the log splitter to the bottom
of the crate and remove the wood under the engine and/or
any other wood, then roll the log splitter off the bottom of
the shipping crate,
22, The control handle is shipped hanging from the valve on
the handie link.
23, Remove the clevis pin and bow-tie cotter pin from the
control handle. See Figure 3-8.
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Clevis
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Figure 3-8
24, Rotate the control handle into the operating position and
secure with the clevis pin and bow-tie cotter pin removed
in step 1. See Figure 3-8,
Tail Light Installation {If so equipped)
The mounting brackets for the tail light are installed. Refer to the
installation sheet included with the tail light kit to mount the
lights and route the harness.
Set-Up
Gas and Oil Fill-Up
Service the engine with gasoline and oil as instructed in the engine
manual packed with your log splitter. Read the instructions carefully.
WARNING! Use extreme care when handling
gasoline, Gasoline is extremely flammable and the
vapors are explosive. Never fuel the machine
indoors or while the engine is hot or running.
NOTE: Your log splitter may be shipped with motor oil in the
engine, You MUST check the oil level before operating. Be careful
not to overfill. Gasoline can be added to the engine when the log
splitter is in either the horizontal or vertical position, However, it
may be easier when the splitter is in the vertical position.
Tire Pressure
The max recommended operating pressure is 30 psi, Under any
circumstances do not exceed the manufacturer's recommended
psi. Maintain equal pressure on all tires.
WARNING! Excessive pressure when seating beads
may cause tire/rim assembly to burst with force
sufficient to cause serious injury.
SECTION 2 — Assemty 8: Ser-Up
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Preparing the Log Splitter
1. Lubricate the beam area (where the splitting wedge will
slide) with engine oil. Do not use grease,
2. Remove the vented reservoir dipstick, which is located in front
of the engine on top of the reservoir tank, See Figure 3-9
Reservoir
Tank
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Figure 3-9
NOTE: The log splitter is filled to the proper operating level
from the manufacturer with Shell Tellus® 52 M 32 Hydraulic
Fluid. However, you MUST check the fluid level before
operating, If not filled, proceed with the following steps:
WARNING! Much of the original fluid has been
drawn into the cylinder and hoses. Make certain to
refill the reservoir to prevent damage to the
hydraulic pump.
3, Check the fluid level using the dipstick. See Figure 3-9. Do
not overfill,
NOTE: Approved fluids include Shell Telius® 52 M 32
Hydraulic Fluid, Dexron® lil/Mercon® automatic transmission
fluid, Pro-Select™ AW-32 Hydraulic Oli or TOWAW-ISO
viscosity grade 32 hydraulic oil. It is not recommended that
fluids be mixed, to top off the reservoir tank during initial
set-up use Shell Tellus® 52 M 32 Hydraulic Fluid only.
4. Replace the vented dipstick securely, tightening it until the
top of the threads are flush with top of the pipe.
53. Disconnect the spark plug and prime the pump by pulling the
recoil starter as far as it will go. Repeat approximately 10 times.
6. Reconnect the spark plug wire and start the engine
following Instructions in the Engine Operator's manual.
7. Use the control handle to engage the wedge to the farthest
extended position, Then retract the wedge,
8. Refill the tank as specified on the dipstick if necessary
NOTE; Failure to refill the tank will void the splitters warranty.
SECTION 2— Assembly & Set-Up
10.
Extend and retract the wedge 12 complete cycles to remove
any trapped air in the system {the system is “self-bleeding”).
Refill the reservoir within the range marked on the dipstick
if necassary.
NOTE: Some fluid may overflow from the vent plug as
the system builds heat and the fluid expands and sesks a
balanced level,
Controls & Features
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Cylinder
Log Dislodger
Jack Stand
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Contro! Handle
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Beam Lock
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Vertical
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Beam Tra
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NOTE: This Operator's Manual covers several models, Log Splitter End Plate
features may vary by model. Not all features in this manual are .
applicable to all log splitter models and the log splitter depicted The end plate holds the log in place while the wedge splits the log.
may differ from yours. Log Dislodger
Engine Controls
See the Engine Operator's Manual for the location and function
of the controls on the engine.
Beam Locks
These two locks are used to secure the beam in the horizontal or
the vertical position, The vertical beam lock is located next to the
engine. The horizontal beam lock is located on the beam support
latch bracket.
Control Handle
The control handle has three positions; Forward, Neutral and
Reverse, See the Operation section for instructions.
Wedge
The wedge is used to split the wood.
The log dislodger is designed to remove any partially split wood
from the wedge. This may occur while splitting large diameter
wood or freshly cut wood.
Log Tray
The {og tray is designed to catch the log after it is split.
Tongue
The tongue is used to attach to a towing vehicle for
transportation.
Tail Light (If equipped)
The tail ight's are located on the back of the frame for
transportation and towing purposes.
WARNING! Do not tow faster than 45 mph and
check the local, state, and federal requirements
before towing on any public road.
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