Split Second 45-0503

Use a jack to lift the rear of the log splitter. Place supports under the frame for stability. Remove the bolts from the leg assemblies and move the wheels to one of four height settings. Reinstall the bolts and nuts and tighten securely. Repeat for the other wheel. Remove the supports from under the rear of the splitter frame and lower it using the jack. Adjust the front leg stand so that the front of the splitter is the same height as the rear of the splitter. For the lowest setting, extend the tow bar out to the towing position.

The maximum log diameter is 30 inches and the maximum log length is 24 inches

This log splitter requires routine maintenance, including checking for loose fasteners, checking tire pressure, checking the engine oil level, changing the engine oil, checking and cleaning the air cleaner, greasing the rack, greasing the flywheel bearings, cleaning the spark arrester, cleaning the spark plug, greasing the wheel bearings, and replacing the air cleaner.

You will need to remove the plastic housing from the log splitter, starting with the left side. Then remove the belt guard from the log splitter. Loosen the nuts on the four round head carriage bolts that secure the motor slide plate to the frame assembly. Loosen the two nuts on the end of the tension adjusting bolt and screw the inner nut as far as possible onto the bolt. Slide the engine forward and remove the belts. Install new belts and adjust the belt tension using the instructions in the "Adjusting the Belt Tension" section. Replace the belt guard. Replace the plastic housing. (It is easiest to replace the right side housing first.)