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CONTROLS & OPERATION
7
Using the Control Handle
The control handle has three positions. See Figure 16.
• FORWARD — Move the control handle
to the FORWARD position to move wedge
toward the log to split.
NOTE: The control handle will return to the
NEUTRAL position as soon as the handle is
released (FORWARD position only).
• NEUTRAL — Release the control
handle or move the lever to the NEUTRAL
position to stop the wedge movement.
• REVERSE — Move the control handle
to the REVERSE position to return the
wedge toward the cylinder. The control
handle stays in the REVERSE position and
returns to the NEUTRAL position automatically when fully retracted. Do not hold the
handle in the REVERSE position when fully retracted.
NOTE:
The REVERSE position may also be moved back to the NEUTRAL position manually,
if necessary.
WARNING
If the control handle on your log splitter is not functioning properly, STOP USE
IMMEDIATELY and contact an authorized service dealer.
WARNING
DO NOT attempt to service, repair or replace control valve. Contact an authorized
service dealer.
WARNING
DO NOT attempt to adjust or modify the control valve or the hydraulic system from
its original settings or manufacture in any way.
Splitting the Wood
1. Start the engine as instructed in the Engine Operator’s Manual.
2. Place the log against the end plate and only split the wood in the direction of the grain.
3. To stabilize the log, place your left hand on the side of the log opposite the beam as
shown in Figure 13.
WARNING
Never place a hand on the ends of the log, between the log or end plate and the
splitting wedge.
WARNING
Only one operator permitted. The operator who loads and stabilizes the log must
be the adult who operates the control handle.
4. Move the control handle to the FORWARD position to split the wood.
5. Remove left hand from the side of the log once wedge just contacts the log.
Continue moving control handle forward to split the log.
6. Release the control handle to stop the wedge movement.
7. Move the control handle to the REVERSE position to return the wedge.
8. To remove partially split wood from wedge, move the control handle to the REVERSE
position until the wedge is fully retracted to allow split wood portion to contact the
log dislodger.
WARNING
Never remove partially split wood from the wedge with your hands. Fingers may
become trapped between the split wood. Once removed from the wedge with the
log dislodger, split the wood from the opposite end or in another location.
Transporting the Log Splitter
WARNING
DO NOT tow faster than 45 mph and check the local, state and federal requirements
before towing on any public road. Always check tire conditions before towing.
1. Lower the beam to its horizontal position. Make certain the beam is locked securely
with the horizontal beam lock.
2. Remove the spring clip and clevis pin from the jack stand.
3. Support the tongue and pivot the
jack stand up against the tongue.
See Figure 17.
4. Secure with the spring clip and
clevis pin previously removed in
Step 2. See Figure 17.
5. Attach the coupler hitch to a
class I or higher 2-inch ball on the
towing vehicle; latch securely.
a. If the coupler hitch does
not fit on the ball, turn
the adjustment nut one
turn counter-clockwise.
b. If the coupler hitch is too loose on the ball, turn the adjustment nut one
turn clockwise. Then recheck and adjust accordingly.
6. Connect the safety chains to the towing vehicle.
7. Plug in the lights (if equipped) to the tail light connector on the tow vehicle.
8. Move fuel shut-off valve to OFF position.
NOTE: Use caution when backing up, a spotter outside the vehicle is recommended.
Operating Tips
Always:
1. Use clean fluid and check the fluid level regularly.
2. Use an approved hydraulic fluid. Approved fluids include Shell Tellus® S2 M 32
Hydraulic Fluid, Dexron® III/Mercon® Automatic Transmission Fluid, Pro-Select™
AW-32 Hydraulic Oil or 10WAW-ISO Viscosity Grade 32 Hydraulic Oil. Check the
engine oil level. Refill if necessary.
3. Use a filter (clean or replace regularly).
4. Use a breather cap on the fluid reservoir.
5. Make sure the pump is mounted and aligned properly.
6. Use a flexible “spider” type coupling between the engine and pump drive shafts.
7. Keep the hoses clear and unblocked.
8. Bleed the air out of hoses before operating.
9. Flush and clean the hydraulic system before restarting after servicing.
10. Use liquid thread sealant on all hydraulic fittings.
11. Allow time for the engine to warm-up before splitting wood.
12. Prime the pump before initial start-up by cranking the engine with the spark
plug disconnected.
13. Split wood along the grain (lengthwise) only.
Never:
1. Use when fluid is below 20° F or above 150° F.
2. Use a solid engine/pump coupling.
3. Operate through the relief valve for more than five (5) seconds.
4. Attempt to adjust unloading or relief valve settings.
5. Operate with air in hydraulic system.
6. Use Teflon tape on hydraulic fittings.
7. Attempt to cut the wood across the grain.
8. Attempt to remove partially split wood from the wedge with your hands. Fully
retract the wedge to dislodge wood with the log dislodger.
Spring Clip
Clevis Pin
Figure 17
Starting the Engine
Refer to the Engine Operator’s Manual for detailed starting instructions.
WARNING
Read, understand and follow all the instructions and warnings on the machine and
included in the Operator’s Manuals before operating.
Using the Log Splitter
WARNING
Wear work gloves, safety shoes, ear protection and safety glasses when operating
the log splitter. Ensure safe footing.
Operating Positions
1. Place the log splitter on flat,
level, dry, solid ground.
2. Block the front and back of both
wheels. See Figure 13.
3. Place the beam in either the
horizontal or vertical position
and lock into place.
WARNING
Take extra care when raising and lowering the beam as it is 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.
4. To place the beam in the vertical position, proceed as follows:
WARNING
Always use the log splitter in the vertical position when splitting heavy logs.
a.
Pull the horizontal
beam lock out to
release the beam and
pivot the beam to the
vertical position.
b. To lock the beam in
the vertical position,
pull out on the vertical
beam lock and rotate it
to secure the beam. See
Figure 14.
5. To place the beam in the
horizontal position, proceed
as follows:
a. Pull the vertical beam
lock out and rotate it
down. Pivot the beam to
the horizontal position.
b. The horizontal beam
lock is self-locking. The
spring loaded lock will
snap into place when
the beam is lowered into
position. See Figure 15.
Horizontal
Vertical
Figure 13
Vertical Beam Lock
1
2
Figure 14
1
2
Horizontal Beam Lock
Figure 15
NEUTRAL
(To stop wedge)
FORWARD
(To split wood)
REVERSE
(To return wedge)
Figure 16
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