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SKU 62291 

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FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION

Specifications

Log Cutting Capacity 

(Maximum)

18” L / 6-1/2” Dia.

Minimum Log Length

13-1/2” L

Ram Stroke

8-1/16”

INITIAL TOOL SET UP/

ASSEMBLY

  Read the ENTIRE IMPORTANT 

SAFETY INFORMATION 

section at the beginning of this 

manual including all text under 

subheadings therein before set 

up or use of this product.

Note:

  For additional information regarding 

the parts listed in the following pages, 

refer to the Assembly Diagrams near 

the end of this manual.

Unpacking

When unpacking, make sure that 

the item is intact and undamaged.  If any 

parts are missing or broken, please call 

Harbor Freight Tools at 1-888-866-5797 as 

soon as possible.

Please note: The Log Splitter 

is heavy; use care and proper lifting 

techniques when move the Log Splitter.

Assembly

1.  To assemble, insert one Jack 

Handle (3) into each of the sockets 

on the Ram (9).  See Figure 1, 

above. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

  Read the ENTIRE IMPORTANT 

SAFETY INFORMATION section 

at the beginning of this manual 

before use of this product.

The Splitting Operation - Additional 

Safety Instructions:

1.  Hold the bark side of logs when 

loading or positioning, never the 

ends.  Never place your hands or any 

body parts between a log and any 

part of the Log Splitter.

2.  Never load or unload logs while the 

Ram (9) is moving.

3.  Do not pile logs to be split in a place 

that will make you reach across the 

Log Splitter in order to load them.

4.  Log ends that are not cut square can 

slide out while splitting and cause 

a safety hazard or cause excessive 

force to Log Splitter components.  

Use a chainsaw (not included) to 

cut logs square on each end before 

attempting to split them.

5.  Never attempt to split more than 

one log at a time.  A piece of log can 

Figure 1

Jack 

Handles (3) 

Socket 

Ram (9)

Summary of Contents for 62291

Page 1: ...ce When unpacking make sure that the product is intact and undamaged If any parts are missing or broken please call 1 888 866 5797 as soon as possible Copyright 2014 by Harbor Freight Tools All rights...

Page 2: ...tes a hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in minor or moderate injury NOTICE is used to address practices not related to personal injury CAUTION without the safety alert symbol is us...

Page 3: ...erent from those intended could result in a hazardous situation 11 Moving parts can crush and cut hands and fingers Keep hands clear of the Ram Plate Wedge and logs while splitting 12 Be thoroughly fa...

Page 4: ...d accessories supplied by the manufacturer with instructions for safe installation and use 26 Use the Log Splitter only in daylight so you can see what you are doing 27 Never attempt to change the hei...

Page 5: ...hen move the Log Splitter Assembly 1 To assemble insert one Jack Handle 3 into each of the sockets on the Ram 9 See Figure 1 above OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Read the ENTIRE IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION s...

Page 6: ...unterclockwise no more than one full turn to retrieve the Ram See Figure 2 5 Turn Handwheel clockwise until snug 6 When finished store the Log Splitter with the Hand Wheel turned counterclockwise one...

Page 7: ...plitter Split logs left near the Log Splitter are a tripping hazard To Bleed the Log Splitter 1 Extend Ram to its maximum length 2 Remove the Oil Plug 6A and top off oil See Figure 3 below 3 Turn Hand...

Page 8: ...any doubts about your ability to safely service the Log Splitter have a qualified technician service the equipment instead 1 BEFORE EACH USE Inspect the Log Splitter and verify that there are loose or...

Page 9: ...ol valve leak 5 Internally damaged cylinder 1 Move Jack Handles at a faster pace 2 Purge air from Splitter s hydraulic system 3 Have a qualified service technician repair replace control valve 4 Have...

Page 10: ...R DISTRIBUTOR EXPRESSLY STATES THAT ALL REPAIRS AND PARTS REPLACEMENTS SHOULD BE UNDERTAKEN BY CERTIFIED AND LICENSED TECHNICIANS AND NOT BY THE BUYER THE BUYER ASSUMES ALL RISK AND LIABILITY ARISING...

Page 11: ...ew 1 20A O Ring 1 Part Description Qty 21A Bowl Washer 1 22A O Ring 1 23A Cylinder 1 24A Cylinder Washer 1 25A Safety Valve Screw 1 26A Left Socket 1 27A Big Pump Core 1 28A Retainer Ring 1 29A O Ring...

Page 12: ...N LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS To take advantage of this warranty the product or part must be returned to us with transportat...

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