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Summary of Contents for M1107E

Page 1: ...n a pin size hole opening 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...

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

Page 3: ...Moving Towing to the Job Site 10 Before Each Use Step One Inspection Maintenance 13 Step Two Refueling 15 Step Three Work site Selection Set up 16 Splitting Operation 18 Storage 24 Periodic Maintenan...

Page 4: ...chnical specifications for your log splitter are provided in the Specifications section of this manual WARNING This log splitter uses a high pressure hydraulic system to generate a very strong splitti...

Page 5: ...777887 Splitter Operating Instruction Decal 5 777890 Fire Hazard Warning Decal 6 777889 Stuck Log Warning Decal 7 777891 Hydraulic Fluid Warning Decal 8 777892 Moving Towing Decal Always make sure sa...

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Page 7: ...2 Ball Coupler 10 Beam 2 Horizontal Lock 11 Endplate 3 Lifting Handle 12 Support Leg 4 Cylinder 13 Engine 5 Split Control Lever 14 Hydraulic Tank 6 Control Valve 15 Pump 7 Hydraulic Oil Fill Cap 16 S...

Page 8: ...by inserting cotter pin in end of clevis pin and spreading ends apart Step Three Inspect Log Splitter Components Closely inspect all log splitter components See Machine Components section of this man...

Page 9: ...low Add 10 wt AW32 ASLE H 150 or ISO 32 oil to 1 from top Note The log splitter comes filled with LIGHT 150 ISO 32 hydraulic oil If the log splitter will be run for long periods of time in outdoor tem...

Page 10: ...itter with its engine running 3 Fuel valve off Turn fuel valve off to prevent carburetor flooding and reduce the chance of fuel leakage 4 Lock Front tow bar leg DOWN Rear support leg UP Lock the front...

Page 11: ...splitter to vehicle hitch 1 Attach log splitter s coupler to a class 2 or higher hitch with 2 ball only 2 Adjust coupler to ball by raising locking lever and turning lock nut with fingers 3 Proper ad...

Page 12: ...n loss of control Rough terrain Drive slowly and take extra caution when traveling over rough terrain On public roads If towing on a public road make sure to comply with all local state and federal to...

Page 13: ...fler areas Avoid contact with hot muffler 2 Other debris Debris on moving parts can cause excess wear Clear debris from the slide beam wedge and endplate 3 Fuel tank lines Check fuel tank and fuel lin...

Page 14: ...ydraulic tank with cylinder retracted Fill as needed Note The log splitter comes filled with LIGHT 150 ISO 32 hydraulic oil If the log splitter will be run for long periods of time in outdoor temperat...

Page 15: ...se approved 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 o...

Page 16: ...art 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 followin...

Page 17: ...ch Use Work Site Selection Set Up 17 4 Lock both legs DOWN Lock both the support leg and the tow bar leg in the DOWN position 5 Block wheels Block the wheels to prevent unintended movement of the log...

Page 18: ...on Know how to stop Be thoroughly familiar with all controls and with the proper use of the equipment Know how to stop the log splitter and relieve system pressures quickly if needed Operating speed A...

Page 19: ...et log splitter into either the horizontal or vertical splitting position The HORIZONTAL splitting position is used for lighter logs that can be easily loaded onto the beam The VERTICAL splitting posi...

Page 20: ...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 wo...

Page 21: ...the log NEVER stabilize the log by placing your hand on top of the log Wedge moving NEVER load or unload logs while the wedge is moving Straddling reaching across Never straddle reach across or step o...

Page 22: ...is assisting in loading logs the operator must NEVER actuate the Split Control Lever until the assistant and all bystanders are at least 10 feet away NEVER allow an assistant to hold the log in place...

Page 23: ...attempt to resplit a stuck log once it has been removed from the wedge Manually split with an axe or cut with a chainsaw 9 Return wedge Move Split Control Lever away from end plate to return wedge On...

Page 24: ...ife 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 inst...

Page 25: ...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 protectio...

Page 26: ...njection injury may be a small puncture that does not look serious However severe infection or reaction can result if proper medical treatment is not administered immediately by a doctor who is famili...

Page 27: ...ength 24 in Pressure Relief Setting 3000 psi Hydraulic Cylinder Bore 4 in Hydraulic Cylinder Stroke 24 in Spark Arrestor Fuel Valve Overall Dimensions No No 80 L x 40 W x 41 H Dry Weight 450 LB The ma...

Page 28: ...Parts Breakdown Exploded View Rev E 28...

Page 29: ...76 3 8 x 3 3 8 Hitch Pin 3 10 780975 Beam 1 35 38445 Support leg 2 11 777799 Tire 2 36 406519 1 x 5 Pin 1 12 30028 Axle Nut 2 37 405A Breather cap 1 13 124A Dust Cap 2 45 82115 7 16 Nut 8 14 780976 Hy...

Page 30: ...e cable or other remote device to the splitting control Splitting Wedge NEVER attempt to change the height or speed of the splitting wedge Pressure Setting NEVER increase the pressure setting of the p...

Page 31: ...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 Always make sure the engine is o...

Page 32: ...ding 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...

Page 33: ...t 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 Avo...

Page 34: ...litter could become damaged 1 If there is already 1 or more of clearance between the log and endplate go to step 2 Otherwise retract wedge just enough to remove pressure between the log and endplate a...

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Page 36: ...36 TM Manufactured by Northern Tool Equipment Co 2800 SouthCross Drive West P O Box 1499 Burnsville MN 55337 0499 Made in the USA...

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