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Machine Component Identification

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Ref # Description

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1

Wedge

9

Return Line Hydraulic Fluid Filter

2

End Plate

10

Hydraulic Pump

3

2” Ball Coupler

11

Suction Strainer (hidden)

4

Safety Chains

12

Engine

5

Jack

13

Splitter Control Lever

6

Manual Tube

14

Log Table

7

Tires

15

Beam/Cylinder

8

Hydraulic Tank

16

Fender

(Optional- Contact Dealer

for More Information)

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Summary of Contents for M2965000B.7

Page 1: ...ening can puncture skin and cause severe blood poisoning Inspect hydraulic system regularly for possible leaks Never check for leaks with your hand while the system is pressurized Seek medical attention immediately if injured by escaping fluid Fire Hazards If your log splitter is intended for use near any ignitable forest brush or grassy covered land the engine exhaust should be equipped with a sp...

Page 2: ...Hazard Signal Word Definitions 2 ...

Page 3: ...e Each Use Step One Inspection Maintenance 13 Step Two Fueling 16 Step Three Work site Selection Set up 17 Splitting Operation 18 Storage 23 Periodic Maintenance 24 Troubleshooting 26 Specifications 27 Parts Breakdown Exploded View 28 Summary of Important Safety Information for Operation 30 Disassembly Instructions 35 Assembly Instructions 36 Limited Warranty 39 ...

Page 4: ...his log splitter uses a high pressure hydraulic system to generate a very strong splitting force Read the manual completely before using the machine to understand how to safely operate and maintain it Follow all safety precautions presented throughout this manual A summary of important safety information can be found at the end of the manual Contact Dosko Customer Service at 1 800 822 0295 for any...

Page 5: ...g Decal 1 3 786635 Burn Hazard Warning 1 4 787948 45 MPH Decal 1 5 787753 Splitter Warning Instructions Decal 1 6 782405 Kill Switch Decal 1 Always make sure safety labels are in place and in good condition If a safety label is missing or not legible order new labels or unsafe operation could result ...

Page 6: ...Safety Label Location 6 1 2 3 4 5 6 ...

Page 7: ... Line Hydraulic Fluid Filter 2 End Plate 10 Hydraulic Pump 3 2 Ball Coupler 11 Suction Strainer hidden 4 Safety Chains 12 Engine 5 Jack 13 Splitter Control Lever 6 Manual Tube 14 Log Table 7 Tires 15 Beam Cylinder 8 Hydraulic Tank 16 Fender Optional Contact Dealer for More Information ...

Page 8: ...mark on the dipstick See engine Owner s Manual for oil capacity and location of fill cap Step Three Add Hydraulic Oil to Reservoir 1 Remove hydraulic oil dipstick 2 Refer to the Specifications section for approximate hydraulic oil capacity 3 Fill reservoir with 10 wt AW32 ASLE H 150 or ISO 32 oil Use a funnel 4 Replace hydraulic oil dipstick and check that oil level reads full Note Do not thread i...

Page 9: ... inspecting or servicing the hydraulic components of the log splitter Stop the engine disconnect the spark plug and move the split control lever back and forth to relieve pressure before changing or adjusting hydraulic system components such as hoses tubing fittings or other components NEVER check for leaks with your hand Leaks can be located by holding a piece of cardboard or wood at least two fe...

Page 10: ... Important Safety Instructions Hills Do not move the log splitter up or down hills by hand use a towing vehicle No riding Never allow anyone to sit or ride on the log splitter No cargo Never transport cargo or wood on the log splitter Towing 1 Read Instructions Review towing safety instructions in your vehicle manual 2 Check Tires Make sure tires are fully inflated and in good repair See tire side...

Page 11: ...closed to secure the attachment An optional locking pin or padlock may be inserted in the locking lever hole for extra security 5 Attach Safety Chains Attach safety chains 1 Two safety chains must be used while towing 2 Cross safety chains under the coupler allowing only enough slack for vehicle turns 6 Put Jack and Towbar Leg Up To provide adequate ground clearance while towing secure both the ja...

Page 12: ...towing on a public road make sure to comply with all local state and federal towing requirements It is the sole responsibility of the purchaser to obtain licensing trailer lights safety chains or signage as needed to comply Unattended Turn off the towing vehicle before leaving the splitter unattended Under the influence Never tow or operate this splitter while under the influence of alcohol drugs ...

Page 13: ...ith the engine off and hydraulic system pressure relieved 1 Make sure engine is off and cool 2 Disconnect the spark plug 3 Relieve all hydraulic system pressure by moving the split control lever back and forth several times 2 Remove debris Remove debris from engine muffler and moving parts 1 Engine debris Debris on a hot engine can be a fire hazard Clean debris and chaff from engine cylinder head ...

Page 14: ... your hand at one end and passing the other end over the suspected area wear eye protection Look for discoloration of the cardboard or wood NEVER adjust the pressure setting of the pump or valve If injured by escaping fluid no matter how small the wound is see a doctor at once A typical injection injury may be a small puncture wound that does not look serious However severe infection or reaction c...

Page 15: ...ate tires Serious injury can occur if tire explodes When seating a bead after repair do not exceed 30 PSI Pressures higher than 30 PSI can cause the tire and wheel to rupture and explode 10 Shields guards Replace all guards and shields after servicing the log splitter ...

Page 16: ...pproved container NEVER pump fuel directly into engine at gas station Static charge can build and ignite fuel Use a UL approved fuel container to transfer gas to the engine Don t overfill DO NOT overfill the gas tank Allow at least 1 2 of empty space below the fill neck to allow for fuel expansion Heat flames sparks Stay away from sources of heat flame or sparks while adding fuel 5 Spills splashes...

Page 17: ...These spaces can trap poisonous gases EVEN if you run a fan or open windows If you start to feel sick dizzy or weak while using the log splitter shut off the engine and get to fresh air RIGHT AWAY See a doctor You may have carbon monoxide poisoning 2 Fire precautions Take the following precautions against fire 1 IMPORTANT If your splitter will be used near any unimproved forest brush or grassy cov...

Page 18: ...tting control o Splitting wedge NEVER attempt to change the height or speed of the splitting wedge o Pressure setting NEVER increase the pressure setting of the pump or control valve Safety equipment controls Always operate the log splitter with all safety equipment in place and in good working order and all controls properly adjusted for safe operation Know how to stop Be thoroughly familiar with...

Page 19: ...g and returning the wedge several times before splitting wood WARNING Burns To avoid burns stay clear of hot muffler if you are starting a warm engine Carbon monoxide The running engine gives off carbon monoxide a poisonous gas that can kill you You CANNOT smell it see it or taste it If you start to feel sick dizzy or weak while using the log splitter shut off the engine and get to fresh air RIGHT...

Page 20: ...ip actuate the controls and get seriously injured Unsplit log pile Do not pile logs to be split in a place that will make you reach across the log splitter in order to load them Square log ends Logs that are not cut square can slide out while splitting and become a safety hazard or cause excessive force to log splitter components Use a chainsaw to cut logs square on each end before attempting to s...

Page 21: ...split control lever Hand activate Use only your hand to operate the Split Control Lever Never use any other body part or a rope cable or other remote device to actuate the control Second person Many accidents occur when there is more than one person involved in loading and operating the log splitter Only one person should operate the controls If a second person is assisting in loading logs the ope...

Page 22: ...e operator or bystanders or the splitter could become damaged 1 Remove pressure from log by moving wedge away from the endplate 2 Turn engine OFF 3 Remove stuck log from the wedge manually with a pry bar or a sledgehammer Important Be extremely careful as log pieces may fly off as they separate from the wedge Make sure bystanders are clear and wear safety goggles 4 Do not attempt to resplit a stuc...

Page 23: ... fuel storage life 2 Leave the fuel valve lever in the OFF position to reduce the possibility of fuel leakage Long Term Storage between infrequent uses and at end of season Drain the fuel tank and carburetor as instructed in the engine owner s manual Important Safety Instructions Always drain fuel from tank in outdoor well ventilated area Stay away from sources of heat flame or sparks while handli...

Page 24: ... splitter o NEVER check for leaks with your hand Leaks can be located by holding a piece of cardboard or wood at least two feet long with your hand at one end and passing the other end over the suspected area wear eye protection Look for discoloration of the cardboard or wood o NEVER adjust the pressure setting of the pump or valve o If injured by escaping fluid no matter how small the wound is se...

Page 25: ...itter control lever back and forth several times 4 Unthread the canister and discard it along with the accompanying seal Note A strap wrench may be required Not provided 5 Apply a small amount of lubricant to the new canister seal 6 Install the new canister and hand tighten 3 8 to 1 2 turn after gasket makes contact with head 3 Spark arrestor muffler If the engine is equipped with a spark arrestor...

Page 26: ... and passing the other end over the suspected area wear eye protection Look for discoloration of the cardboard or wood If injured by escaping fluid no matter how small the wound is see a doctor at once A typical injection injury may be a small puncture wound that does not look serious However severe infection or reaction can result if proper medical treatment is not administered immediately by a d...

Page 27: ... Stroke 24 Spark Arrestor No Fuel Valve Yes Overall Dimensions 77 L x 39 W x 46 H Dry Weight 607 lbs If the log splitter will be run for long periods of time in outdoor temperatures above 70 F we recommend changing the hydraulic oil to DEXTRON III The manufacturer reserves the right to make improvements in design and or changes in specifications at any time without incurring any obligation to inst...

Page 28: ...Parts Breakdown Exploded View Rev B 7 28 ...

Page 29: ...Bolt 4 14 1130 Safety Chains 2 46 82019 5 16 18 x SER Flange Nut 7 15 1012 Hydraulic Pump 1 47 82023 3 8 16 x 1 HHSF Bolt 16 16 778459 Hand Grips 2 48 82026 3 8 Flange Nut 28 17 3030 4 Pump Bracket 1 49 82471 3 8 16 x 1 75 HHF Bolt 1 18 406518 Clevis Pin 2 50 82024 3 8 16 x 1 HHSF Bolt 12 19 50RAS8 1 2 M x1 2 F Rt Angle 2 51 82076 1 4 20 x 1 HHSF Bolt 3 20 787758 Valve Mount Gusset 1 52 787682 3 4...

Page 30: ...plitting wedge NEVER attempt to change the height or speed of the splitting wedge Pressure setting NEVER increase the pressure setting of the pump or control valve Operator Restrictions Untrained operators Do not allow anyone to operate the log splitter who has not read the Owner s Manual or been instructed on the safe use of the splitter Minimum operator age Never allow anyone under 16 years old ...

Page 31: ...tem pressure quickly if needed Personal protective equipment Eye protection Always wear safety glasses or goggles when operating the machine Pieces of log may fly out and serious eye injury can occur Boots Falling logs can crush feet Always wear safety shoes or heavy boots when operating or helping to load logs Loose dangling Loose or dangling apparel can become entangled in moving parts Never wea...

Page 32: ...rts that do not meet specifications may result in a safety hazard or poor operation of the log splitter Safety During Fueling Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive You can be burned or seriously injured when handling fuel Use extreme care when handling gasoline Fuel outdoors Fill fuel tank outdoors never indoors Gasoline vapors can ignite if they collect inside an enclosure Explosion can resu...

Page 33: ...nfluence Never operate or let anyone else operate the log splitter while under the influence of alcohol drugs or medication Adjusting repairing Always make sure the engine is off before cleaning repairing or adjusting the splitter except as recommended by the manufacturer In addition disconnect the spark plug and move all control handles back and forth to relieve system pressure before changing or...

Page 34: ...t completely If this happens follow the directions below to manually remove the log IMPORTANT NEVER attempt to remove a stuck log by using the hydraulic force of the splitter or by modifying or adding attachments to splitter Personal injury could result from log or metal pieces flying out at high speed toward the operator or bystanders or the splitter could become damaged 1 Remove pressure from lo...

Page 35: ...e cutters 2 Pull jack latch and swing jack down Crank jack down until the weight of splitter rests on the jack instead of on the package 3 Remove lag bolts Remove lag bolts from metal bands on ends of package with nut driver Metal bands will come off with bolts 4 Use a hammer and crowbar to remove boards from package starting at the top and working down to the bottom Pull jack latch and swing jack...

Page 36: ...Assembly Instructions 36 Manual Bag Contents ...

Page 37: ...he Freight Company that delivered the unit and file a claim Tools needed Adjustable wrenches and Torque Wrench 1 Detach Valve Plate from Splitter Cut zip tie holding the valve plate to the splitter 2 Install Valve Pate to Beam Assembly Move the valve plate to the mounting position on the beam Use 3 8 x 1 Bolts and 3 8 Flange Nut to fasten valve plate to the beam assembly Using a Torque Wrench Tigh...

Page 38: ...et and tighten the bolt holding the valve plate gusset to the beam Using a Torque Wrench Tighten Valve Plate to Gusset bolt to 30 lb ft and Gusset to Beam bolt to 33 lb ft WARNING Failure to secure this bolt properly could result in the axle and hydraulic reservoir separating from the beam during towing Valve Plate to Gusset Valve Plate Gusset to Beam ...

Page 39: ...as to affect its stability performance or operation nor which has been subjected to misuse abuse negligence or accident The owner is responsible for all regular maintenance as explained in the operator s manual Neglect in regular maintenance or failure to replace normal wear items such as knives bed knife lubrication oils filters belts bearings etc may void warranty Your authorized Dosko dealer wi...

Page 40: ...40 Great Northern Equipment Distributing Inc 20195 S Diamond Lake Rd Ste 100 Rogers MN 55374 Assembled in USA ...

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