About Your Log Splitter
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Thank you for purchasing your PowerHorse log splitter!
About Your Log Splitter
This log splitter is a machine designed to split wood logs using a hydraulically powered moving wedge.
The gasoline-powered engine is used to pressurize the system.
This log splitter is designed to split logs
lengthwise with the grain only
.
This log splitter model is designed with a
unique, timesaving feature
-- a double-edged cutting wedge that
is capable of splitting wood on both the extension and retraction strokes of the wedge.
This log splitter is towable by ATV or tractor
at speeds under 15 MPH
. Higher speed towing requires a
high-speed wheel kit (Part #1158), which includes:
High speed tires
Towing coupler
Safety chains
The technical 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
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 PowerHorse Product Support at 1-866-443-2576 for any questions about the
appropriate use of this log splitter and/or optional accessories.
Warranty Registration:
Please fill out and submit the warranty registration card so that we may have your contact information for
any future product literature or replacement parts you may need.
Attention: All Rental Companies and Private Owners who
loan this equipment to others!
All persons to whom you rent/loan the log splitter must have access to and read this manual
. Keep this
owner’s manual with the splitter at all times and advise all persons who will operate the machine to read
it. You must also provide personal instruction on how to safely operate the splitter and available to
answer any questions a renter/borrower might have.
This log splitter model is capable of splitting logs up to 18” long and 12” in diameter
