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4. To split wood in the vertical position:
A. First move beam to EWZ position in step 3.
B. Remove beam lock pin and pivot lock pin near beam pivot.
C. Carefully tilt the beam up until the foot plate is sitting squarely on the ground and the log splitter is stable.
D. Reinstall pivot lock pin at the vertical lock position and beam lock pin into hitch.
E. Place the log on the foot plate up against the beam.
5. When the beam is returned to the horizontal position, make sure the beam lock pin is secured in lock position and
second pin is stored in rear hole on tongue. See illustration on page 13, step 5.
With the engine running, depress and hold the valve handle so that the cylinder will drive the wedge into the log.
Extend the cylinder until the log splits or to the end of its stroke. If the log has not completely split after the cylinder has
reached the end of its extension, retract the cylinder.
NOTICE: Holding the valve in the "actuate" position at the end of the stroke may damage the pump.
NOTICE: To extend the life of the hydraulic cylinder, avoid "bottoming out" wedge plate to the foot
plate. To conform with industry safety recommendations, the wedge stops 1 inch from the foot plate.
CAUTION: See safety information related to towing safety on page 8 of this manual.
This log splitter is equipped with pneumatic tires, a class 1 coupler (2 in. diameter ball required) and safety chains.
Before towing, the safety chains must be secured to the hitch or bumper of the vehicle. Local regulations should be
checked regarding licensing, lights, towing, etc. Turn fuel shut off valve on the engine to the "OFF" position prior to tow-
ing. Failure to do so may result in flooding the engine. Do not exceed 45 mph when towing this log splitter.
CAUTION: See safety information related to general repair and hydraulic safety on pages 6 and 7
of this manual.
1. Consult the operating and maintenance instructions of the engine manufacturer for engine care and maintenance.
2. Always check the oil level of the hydraulic reservoir before operation. Operating the log splitter without an adequate
oil supply will cause severe damage to the pump.
3. Change the hydraulic oil filter after the first 25 hours of operation. Thereafter, change the oil filter every 100 hours
or seasonally, whichever comes first.
4. To drain the hydraulic oil, loosen the clamp on the suction hose coming from the fitting on the bottom of the tank. It
is located just to the right of the oil filter.
5. Clean, inspect, and repack wheel bearings and replace inner seal at least once a year.
6. If the wedge becomes dull or nicked, it can be removed and sharpened. Remove the 1/2 in. diameter bolt that
connects the wedge to the cylinder. The hose from the valve may need to be removed. Carefully lift the cylinder to
allow the wedge to be removed. The wedge can now be lifted off and sharpened.
7. Clean the breather cap after 25 hours of operation. Clean it more often when operated in dusty conditions.
8. All replacement parts must meet manufacturer's specifications.
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