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100250 - 37 TON FULL BEAM LOg SPLiTTER
OPERATiON
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NOTiCE
Keep choke lever in “CHOKE” position for 2 pulls of the recoil
starter. After second pull, move choke lever to the “RUN”
position for up to the next 3 pulls of the recoil starter. Too much
choke leads to spark plug fouling/engine flooding due to the
lack of incoming air. This will cause the engine not to start.
NOTiCE
If the engine starts but does not run make certain that the log
splitter is on a flat, level surface. The engine is equipped with
a low oil sensor that will prevent the engine from running when
the oil level falls below a critical threshold.
Stopping the Engine
1. Turn the fuel valve to the “OFF” position.
2. Let the engine run until fuel starvation has stopped the
engine. This usually takes a few minutes.
3. Turn the engine switch to the “OFF” position.
Important:
Always ensure that the fuel valve and the engine
switch are in the “OFF” position when the engine is not in use.
NOTiCE
If the engine will not be used for a period of two (2) weeks or
longer, please see the Storage section for proper engine and
fuel storage.
Log Splitter Operation
1. ALWAYS wear ear and eye protection, protective clothing and
safety gear.
2. Block tires and ensure support leg is secure to prevent
unintended movement of the log splitter during operation.
3. Set log splitter in either the horizontal or vertical position.
NOTiCE
HORIZONTAL position is used for lighter logs that can easily be
loaded onto the beam.
VERTICAL position is used for light logs as well as heavy logs
that are difficult to load onto the beam.
Back injury can result from lifting logs onto the log splitter if
proper lifting techniques are not used.
4. Load a log onto the beam against the end plate
(MAX LOG LENGTH – 24 in. [61 cm]).
5. Make sure all limbs are clear of crush zones.
6. Push the control valve handle forward (towards the end plate)
to split the log.
7. Push the auto control valve handle backward to return the
wedge to its original position.
8. Clear the split wood from the work zone.
NOTiCE
It is normal for the hydraulic fluid to appear foamy/frothy
during operation.
NOTiCE
If a log gets stuck, embedded or will not split completely,
push the control handle in the reverse direction and allow the
splitter to strip the log from the wedge.
ALWAYS keep hands clear of the log and wedge while it is
retracting.
NOTiCE
The cylinder stroke is designed so the wedge stops
approximately 1.5 in. (3.8 cm) from the end plate.