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Assembly Instructions

Step 9 – Fender to Tank Assembly

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Align holes on fenders to those on fender brackets. Fenders are
interchangeable (left or right).

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Insert (4) bolts and thread (4) locknuts to hold fenders (2 per side).

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Position each fender over tire with equal spacing (front and back).

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Torque to 19 ft.-lbs.

Tools Needed

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Torque Wrench

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Ratchet

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1/2” Socket

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1/2” Wrench

Fasteners Needed from Parts Bag:

Fender to Tank

5/16 x 3/4 Bolt

Qty 4

Fender to Tank

5/16 Nylon Lock Nut

Qty 4

Summary of Contents for BHH2013GX

Page 1: ...ssible 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 an ignitable forest brush or grassy covered land the engine exhaust should be equipped with a spark arrestor See the Specifications section of this manual to determine if your splitter already ha...

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

Page 3: ...and Towing to the Job Site 10 Before Each Use Inspection Maintenance 14 Before Each Use Fueling 17 Before Each Use Work Site Selection and Set Up 18 Splitting Operation 19 Storage 24 Periodic Maintenance 25 Troubleshooting 27 Specifications 28 Parts Breakdown Exploded View Rev E 29 Summary of Important Safety information for Operation 31 Assembly Instructions 36 Limited Warranty 47 ...

Page 4: ...tem 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 this manual Contact Iron Oak Product Support at 1 800 817 1005 for any questions about the appropriate use of this log...

Page 5: ...irections 1 2 787944 Small Pinch Point Warning 2 3 BR002653 Speed Limit 1 4 793025 Moving Towing Instructions 1 5 BR002652 Hydraulic Fluid Notice 1 6 BR002621 Made in USA 1 7 N A Nameplate Serial Number 1 8 777891 Escaping Fluid Warning 1 9 777896 Operation Instructions 1 10 786635 Burn Hazard Warning 1 11 39259 Carbon Monoxide Warning 1 12 777890 Fire Hazard Warning 1 13 778610 Log Splitter Warni...

Page 6: ...e outdoors and away from air intakes NEVER use inside homes garages or sheds EVEN IF you run a fan or open doors and windows See product manual for more details Northern Tool Equipment Co 1 800 270 0810 PN 39259 actuating the controls Split wood in direction of the grain only Hold bark side of logs when loading Keep hands away from wedge endplate ram and partly split logs Never leave log splitter ...

Page 7: ...ication Ref Description Ref Description 1 Fender 8 Safety Chains 2 Cylinder 9 Hydraulic Oil Cap 3 Split Control Lever 10 Engine 4 Ram 11 Fuel On Off 5 Beam 12 Support Leg 6 Wedge 13 Engine On Off 7 2 Coupler 14 Return Line Filter ...

Page 8: ...EVER 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 near the suspected area wear eye protection Look for discoloration of the cardboard or wood NEVER adjust the pressure of the pump or valve If injured by escaping fluid no matter how small the wound is see a doctor at once A typi...

Page 9: ...rt engine and use control valve handle to extend and retract ram five 5 times to remove air from the high pressure lines 9 With ram retracted check oil level again Fill if necessary 10 Replace hydraulic oil fill vent cap WARNING NEVER remove the hydraulic oil fill cap when the engine is running or hot Hot oil can escape causing severe burns Allow log splitter to cool completely before removing hyd...

Page 10: ...arburetor flooding and reduce the chance of fuel leakage Refer to Engine owner s manual for fuel valve location 3 Lock Support Leg DOWN Lock support leg in DOWN position before you move the log splitter 4 Move Log Splitter to Work Site Move log splitter by hand either directly to chosen work site or to vehicle hitch for towing See Step Three Before Each Use Work Site Selection and Set Up Important...

Page 11: ... occur if tire explodes When seating a bead after repair do not exceed 60 PSI Pressures higher than 60 PSI can cause the tire and wheel to rupture and explode 3 Engine Off IMPORTANT Make sure log splitter engine is off Never move the log splitter with its engine running 4 Fuel Valve Off if equipped Turn fuel valve off to prevent carburetor flooding and reduce the chance of fuel leakage Refer to En...

Page 12: ...lock nut with wrench 3 Proper adjustment is obtained when coupler is as tight as possible on ball and locking lever can still be opened and closed 4 Lock lever closed to secure the attachment 5 Insert pin into locking lever to ensure it does not unlock while towing 6 Attach Safety Chains Attach safety chains 1 Two safety chains must be used while towing 2 Cross safety chains under the coupler allo...

Page 13: ... over rough terrain On public roads If 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 whil...

Page 14: ...tem 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 cylinder head fins fan housing recoi...

Page 15: ...trol valve handles 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 feet long with your hand at one end and passing the other end over the suspected area wear eye protection Look for discoloration...

Page 16: ...Tires Make sure tires are fully inflated and in good repair if you will be towing the splitter See tire sidewall for recommended tire pressure WARNING Do not over inflate tires Serious injury can occur if tire explodes When seating a bead after repair do not exceed 60 PSI Pressures higher than 60 PSI can cause the tire and wheel to rupture and explode 10 Shields Guards Replace all guards and shiel...

Page 17: ...approved container NEVER pump fuel directly into engine at gas station Static charge can build and ignite fuel Use a UL listed 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 18: ...er 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 covered land then engine must be equipped with a spark arrestor See the Specifications section of this manual to determine if your splitter alrea...

Page 19: ...litting wedge NEVER attempt to change the height of the splitting wedge Ram NEVER attempt to change the height or speed of the ram 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 st...

Page 20: ...wheels are blocked 3 Start Engine Start the engine See the engine owner s manual for engine starting instructions NOTE a Make sure the hydraulic oil is above 10 F before starting the engine Cold hydraulic oil can damage the hydraulic pump b If outdoor air temperature is below 32 F allow log splitter to warm up by extending and returning the wedge several times before splitting wood WARNING Burns T...

Page 21: ...d or unload logs while the ram is moving Straddling reaching across Never straddle reach across or step over the beam while the engine is running You could trip 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...

Page 22: ... 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 operator must NEVER actuate the Split Control Lever until the assi...

Page 23: ...ifying the splitter Adding attachments to the 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 8 Return Ram Move Split Control Lever away from the wedge to return ram Once the control valve is actuated in the return direction the ram is designed to keep returning by itself completely and t...

Page 24: ...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 handling fuel Clean up fuel...

Page 25: ...ll times when inspecting or servicing the hydraulic components of the log splitter 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 NEVER adjust the pressure of the pump or valve If in...

Page 26: ...hydraulic oil level is approximately 1 below the top of the tank 3 Oil Filter Change Change return line filter after the first 50 hours of operation and every 250 hours thereafter 1 Replace return line filter Refer to the parts breakdown section for part 2 Shut down the engine on the Log Splitter 3 Relieve hydraulic system pressure by moving the splitter control lever back and forth several times ...

Page 27: ...ood at least 2 feet long with your hand at one end and passing the other end near 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 that does not look serious However severe infection or reaction can result if proper medical trea...

Page 28: ...rizontal Horizontal Log Opening 25 25 25 Maximum Log Length 24 24 24 Maximum Log Diameter 18 18 18 Hydraulic Cylinder Bore 4 5 4 Hydraulic Cylinder Stroke 24 24 24 Spark Arrestor No Yes Yes Fuel Valve Yes Yes Yes Overall Dimensions 82L x 50W x 38H 82L x 50W x 38H 82L x 50W x 38H Dry Weight 630 lbs 650 lbs 650 lbs Replacement Filter BR001113 BR001113 BR001113 Features Standard Standard Fast Cycle I...

Page 29: ...29 Parts Breakdown Exploded View Rev F ...

Page 30: ...Pin 1 All 14 BR008301F 1 8 x 2 Cotter Key 2 All 48 GNEGX160 Honda GX160 Engine 1 A 15 82490 13 x 3 1 2 HHCS 2 All GNEGX270 Honda GX270 Engine 1 B C 16 82493 13 x 1 1 2 HHCS 7 All 49 BR005055 x 28 HP Hose 1 All 17 82499 13 x 2 1 2 Carriage Bolt 6 All 50 BR004119N x 28 1 2 HP Hose 1 All 18 82509 13 Hex Nut 13 All 51 BR005064 x 28 HP Hose 1 All 19 82519 Split Lock Washer 13 All 52 BR004998 1 LP Hose ...

Page 31: ...ngine speed setting to run at a higher speed Fuel Exhaust system NEVER modify or add to the exhaust system fuel tanks or fuel lines Fire can result Remote Control NEVER attach a rope cable or other remote device to the splitting control Splitting Wedge NEVER attempt to change the height of the splitting wedge Ram NEVER attempt to change the height or speed of the ram Pressure Setting NEVER increas...

Page 32: ...el can become entangled in moving parts Never wear jewelry or loose fitting clothing Gloves Wear snug fitting gloves without drawstrings or loose cuffs Hearing Protection The use of earplugs or other hearing protection device is recommended Safety During Inspection Maintenance Always inspect your log splitter before each use and repair as needed to keep it in safe working condition Engine off Alwa...

Page 33: ...Never add fuel or remove gas cap if engine is running or still hot Stop the engine and allow to cool at least two minutes before adding fuel Heat flames sparks Stay away from sources of heat flame or sparks while adding fuel 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 Replace cap Replace gas cap securely before start...

Page 34: ...splitter shut off the engine and get to fresh air RIGHT AWAY See a doctor You may have carbon monoxide poisoning Other exhaust dangers Engine exhaust some of its constituents and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm Avoid inhalation of exhaust Safety in Loading Operating and Unloading Square l...

Page 35: ...too stringy or tough to split completely A stuck log will remain on the wedge on the initial attempt to retract the ram 1 Retract the ram completely 2 Turn engine OFF 3 Manually remove log from wedge Be extremely careful as log pieces may fly off as they separate from the wedge Wear safety goggles and make sure bystanders are clear 4 Do not attempt to re split a stuck log once it has been removed ...

Page 36: ...ys stand to the side in a safe area Closely inspect all log splitter components If you have missing or damaged components please contact Product Support at 1 800 817 1005 Find a work space that is large enough to maneuver log splitter once completely assembled Assemble log splitter on solid and level ground CAUTION Heavy lifting required Some of the components in these assembly instructions are he...

Page 37: ...82037 1 2 13 Nylon Lock Nut 2 F 82490 1 2 13 x 3 1 2 HHCS 2 G 82509 1 2 13 Hex Nut 7 H 82519 1 2 Split Lock Washer 7 I 82493 1 2 13 x 1 1 2 HHCS 7 J 82020 5 16 18 Nylon Lock Nut 4 K 82521 Lug Nut 8 L 82087 5 16 18 x HHCS 4 M 783948 Threaded Connector 2 N 1130 27 Chain w Hook 2 P N A Control Valve Handle and Hardware 1 Q 782689 778498 Cable Lanyard Catch Pin 1 1 Owner s Manual 1 Engine Manual 1 ...

Page 38: ...Step 1 Wheels to Hub Slide tire onto axle with valve stem facing out Thread nuts onto axle until hand tight Tighten the lug nuts in stages Follow the sequence listed Torque nuts to 1st Stage 20 25 ft lbs 2nd Stage 35 40 ft lbs 3rd Stage 60 75 ft lbs Verify final torque based on wheel type and wheel manufacture recommendations Repeat steps for other side Tools Needed Lifting Device optional Ratchet...

Page 39: ...o Tank Using two 2 people or an appropriate lifting device remove beam assembly from shipping pallet Carefully position beam assembly on tank assembly and align holes Insert 4 bolts 4 lock washers and 4 nuts to connect beam to tank Torque to 83 ft lbs Tools Needed Lifting Device optional Ratchet Torque Wrench 3 4 Socket 3 4 Wrench Fasteners Needed from Parts Bag Beam to Tank 1 2 Hex Nut Qty 4 Beam...

Page 40: ...s on beam assembly Install 3 bolts 3 lock washers and 3 nuts Torque to 83 ft lbs Tools Needed Ratchet Torque Wrench 3 4 Socket 3 4 Wrench Fasteners Needed from Parts Bag Support Leg to Beam 1 2 Hex Nut Qty 3 Support Leg to Beam 1 2 x 1 1 2 Bolt Qty 3 Support Leg to Beam 1 2 Split Lock Washer Qty 3 ...

Page 41: ...ition safety chain connectors under hitch coupler Insert 1 bolt in front hitch coupler hole while passing through safety chain connectors Thread on 1 locknut and tighten Torque to 83 ft lbs Tools Needed Ratchet Torque Wrench 3 4 Socket 3 4 Wrench Crescent Wrench Fasteners Needed from Parts Bag Coupler to Beam 1 2 Nylon Lock Nut Qty 2 Coupler to Beam through connectors 1 2 x 3 1 2 Bolt Qty 2 This v...

Page 42: ...tep 5 Handle to Control Valve Slide control valve handle into the clevis slots on control valve Align holes in handle with clevis holes Insert the supplied pins through holes and secure with supplied bridge clips Bridge pins Control valve Lever Pin ...

Page 43: ...type of sealing material Step 6 High Pressure Hose to Filter Route 1 high pressure hose from top of control valve to hydraulic filter head assembly By hand thread hose fitting to 90 elbow fitting at filter head assembly Wrench tighten 1 4 turn past hand tight Tools Needed Crescent Wrench ...

Page 44: ...type of sealing material Step 7 High Pressure Hose to Valve Route 1 high pressure hose from the hydraulic pump to control valve assembly By hand thread hose fitting to 90 elbow fitting at bottom of control valve assembly Wrench tighten 1 4 turn past hand tight Tools Needed Crescent Wrench ...

Page 45: ...ving filter for periodic maintenance Step 8 Install Hydraulic Oil Filter Remove oil filter from packaging Apply a small amount of oil to oil filter gasket Screw 1 oil filter onto bottom of return line filter head until gasket makes contact Tighten filter an additional 3 4 turn Tools Needed None ...

Page 46: ...ble left or right Insert 4 bolts and thread 4 locknuts to hold fenders 2 per side Position each fender over tire with equal spacing front and back Torque to 19 ft lbs Tools Needed Torque Wrench Ratchet 1 2 Socket 1 2 Wrench Fasteners Needed from Parts Bag Fender to Tank 5 16 x 3 4 Bolt Qty 4 Fender to Tank 5 16 Nylon Lock Nut Qty 4 ...

Page 47: ...se means personal residential household use by a consumer Commercial use means all other uses including but not limited to use for commercial income producing or rental purposes or when purchased by a business This limited warranty applies to the original purchaser of the equipment verification of purchase in the form of a receipt is the responsibility of the buyer is non transferable and covers p...

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Page 49: ...ess Apartment Unit City State ZIP Code Home Phone Alternate Phone Email Address Purchased From Company Address Street Address Apartment Unit City State ZIP Code Model Information Purchase Date Application Type Homeowner Commercial Rental Model i e BHVH2213GX Serial i e BHVH2213GXA012345678 Signature ...

Page 50: ...50 20195 S Diamond Lake Rd Ste 100 Rogers MN 55374 1 800 817 1005 ...

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