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Assembly Instructions

Step 11 – Tow Bar Assembly

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Remove existing support leg bolt, washer, nut and catch pin from
support leg.

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Position the support leg to the front of the tow bar.

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Insert catch pin to lock support leg in vertical position.

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Secure leg using existing support leg bolt, washer and nut.

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Tighten nut until snug then back off 1/2 turn.

Tools Needed

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13mm Wrench
(2 needed)

Support Leg
Bolt

Catch Pin

Nut

Support Leg

Washer

Summary of Contents for M1175B

Page 1: ...ver 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 ignitab...

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

Page 3: ...15 Before Each Use Work Site Selection and Setup 16 Splitting Operation 17 Storage 23 Periodic Maintenance 24 Troubleshooting 25 Specifications 26 Parts Breakdown Exploded View 1175 1169 Rev B 27 Sum...

Page 4: ...re difficult to load onto the beam 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...

Page 5: ...ing Instructions 1 2 777891 Decal Escaping Fluid 1 3 778717 Decal Log Stripper 2 4 778597 Decal Horizontal Lock 1 5 777890 Decal Fire Hazard Warning 2 6 777887 Decal Operation Instructions 1 7 778714...

Page 6: ...letely before operating Only one person should operate the log splitter If an assistant is helping to load logs the operator should not actuate controls until the assistant is at least 10 ft away Stay...

Page 7: ...ydraulic Tank 2 Log Cradles 11 Vertical Lock 3 Split Control Lever 12 2 Ball Coupler 4 Cylinder 13 Control Valve 5 Safety Chains 14 Wedge 6 Manual Tube 15 Hydraulic Breather Dipstick 7 Horizontal Lock...

Page 8: ...s 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 Loo...

Page 9: ...ER remove the hydraulic oil dipstick when the engine is running or hot Hot oil can escape causing severe burns Allow log splitter to cool completely before removing hydraulic oil dipstick Note If the...

Page 10: ...litter with its engine running 3 Fuel valve off if equipped Turn fuel valve off to prevent carburetor flooding and reduce the chance of fuel leakage Refer to Engine owner s manual for fuel valve locat...

Page 11: ...og 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...

Page 12: ...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 safet...

Page 13: ...er 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 lines...

Page 14: ...ydraulic oil level Check the hydraulic oil level Fill as needed Note Do not thread in the oil dipstick when checking hydraulic oil level WARNING NEVER remove the hydraulic oil dipstick when the engine...

Page 15: ...roved 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...

Page 16: ...h 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...

Page 17: ...he 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 pump or control valve Safety equipme...

Page 18: ...plitting position The HORIZONTAL splitting position is used for lighter logs that can be easily loaded onto the beam The VERTICAL splitting position is used for light logs as well as heavy logs that a...

Page 19: ...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 sev...

Page 20: ...stabilize 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...

Page 21: ...ond person 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 lo...

Page 22: ...ay clear while the wedge is returning It is still powerful enough on the return stroke to cause serious injury 10 Remove split wood Remove split wood from area Move each log away from log splitter aft...

Page 23: ...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 instructe...

Page 24: ...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 i...

Page 25: ...ood at least 2 feet long with your hand at one end and passing the other end suspected area wear eye protection Look for discoloration of the cardboard or wood If injured by escaping fluid no matter h...

Page 26: ...2 Hydraulic Oil Capacity 6 gallons 6 6 gallons Maximum Towing Speed 45 MPH 45 MPH Coupler Size 2 Ball 2 Ball Spark Arrestor No No Fuel Valve Yes Yes Overall Dimensions 86 5 L x 43 W x 15 5 H 86 5 L x...

Page 27: ...27 Parts Breakdown Exploded View 1175 1169 Rev B 1175 Shown...

Page 28: ...16 777910 Engine coupler 1 1175 777911 1 1169 17 777912 Coupler insert 1 All 18 777909 Pump coupler 1 All 19 790747 Pump Mount 1 1175 779683 1 1169 20 790519 11 GPM Pump 1 1175 790520 16 GPM Pump 1 11...

Page 29: ...228 Cylinder 5 x 24 1 1169 44 790812 22 Ton Decal 2 1175 790813 35 Ton Decal 2 1169 45 82554 Wedge bolt 1 1175 82573 1 1169 46 82570 Keeper Nut 8 1175 12 1169 47 790510 Beam weldment 1 1175 790511 1 1...

Page 30: ...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...

Page 31: ...n 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 heari...

Page 32: ...l 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 o...

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: ...etract the wedge completely to allow the splitter to strip the log from the wedge Keep hands clear of log and wedge while wedge is retracting WARNING NEVER attempt to remove a stuck log by Modifying t...

Page 35: ...e plan on assembling this product when another person can be available to help out CAUTION Remove the cylinder from the beam tank assembly before assembling The cylinder is locked in place for shippin...

Page 36: ...36 Assembly Instructions Manual Bag Contents Parts Box Contents Manual Valve Filter Canister Filter Head Coupler Horizontal Latch Bracket Parts Bag...

Page 37: ...Large Swivel Fitting Qty 1 Part 778642 Hose Barb Fitting Qty 1 Part 82271 Engine to Tank 1169 M10 1 5 HHSF Nut Qty 4 Part 82273 Horz Latch to Beam M12 1 75 HHSF Nut Qty 2 Part 82570 M14 2 Nyloc Nut To...

Page 38: ...r Bag Contents Cont Part 82545 Log Stripper to Beam 1169 M8 1 25 x 30mm HHSF Bolt Qty 6 Part 82561 Log Stripper to Beam 1175 M8 1 25 x 25mm HHSF Bolt Qty 6 Part 82281 Log Stripper to Beam M8 1 25 HHSF...

Page 39: ...mbly Instructions Step 1 Beam Assembly Rotate cylinder 180 and place cylinder in trunnion mounts on beam see Step 2 image for the correct orientation Tools Needed Rotate Cylinder 180 Trunnion Mount Cy...

Page 40: ...e wedge Ensure the ports on the cylinder are facing up Remove the existing bolt and nut from the wedge Slide wedge towards the cylinder rod Tools Needed 22mm Wrench 2 needed Remove Existing Bolt for U...

Page 41: ...Align hole in wedge with the hole in the cylinder rod Install the existing bolt and nut to connect the wedge to the cylinder Torque to 114 ft lb Tools Needed 22mm Wrench 2 needed Use Existing Nut fro...

Page 42: ...pressure return hose and high pressure supply hose Remove lag bolts 2 located inside trunnion mounts and stand assembled beam onto the end plate in the vertical position Carefully move beam off to sid...

Page 43: ...gagement should be 3 5 6 turns CAUTION Never back off an installed pipe fitting to achieve proper alignment Loosening installed pipe fittings will corrupt the seal and contribute to leakage and failur...

Page 44: ...44 Assembly Instructions Step 6 Tank Weldment Remove axle nuts from axles Tools Needed None Axle Nut Axle...

Page 45: ...Loosen the axle nut until loose enough to turn the axle nut with your fingers Re tighten the axle nut until finger tight Insert cotter pin through hole in axle nut and axle Bend and spread prongs in o...

Page 46: ...e of wood over the dust cap tool Using a soft faced mallet tap the piece of wood against the dust cap tool to install dust cap onto the wheel hub Repeat Steps 7 Step 8 for the other wheel Discard hub...

Page 47: ...oles Place coupler on to tow bar and align with holes used to align spacers Secure coupler and tow bar spacers using 2 nuts and 2 bolts Torque to 71 ft lb Tools Needed 18mm Wrench 2 Needed Nut Spacer...

Page 48: ...les in tow bar with holes in tank pivot mount Connect the towbar to the tank using 2 Tow Bar Bolts and 2 Tow Bar Locknuts Torque to 114 ft lb Tools Needed 22mm Wrench 2 Needed Fasteners Needed from Pa...

Page 49: ...support leg Position the support leg to the front of the tow bar Insert catch pin to lock support leg in vertical position Secure leg using existing support leg bolt washer and nut Tighten nut until...

Page 50: ...low Install Engine Pump Assembly to tank mount plate using 4 1175 Engine Bolts and 4 1175 Engine Flange Nuts Torque to 21 ft lb Tools Needed 13mm Wrench Fasteners Needed from Parts Bag Engine Mounting...

Page 51: ...low Install Engine Pump Assembly to tank mount plate using 4 1169 Engine Bolts and 4 1169 Engine Flange Nuts Torque to 41 ft lb Tools Needed 16mm Wrench Fasteners Needed from Parts Bag Engine Mounting...

Page 52: ...s step The beam is very heavy and dangerous if it tips over Align the pivot bracket on beam assembly to the pivot mount on the tank weldment and insert 1 beam pivot pin Insert 1 cotter pin through hol...

Page 53: ...l beam lock to the beam assembly using 2 Beam Lock Bolts and 2 Beam Lock Flange Nuts Torque to 71 ft lb Tools Needed 18mm Wrench Fasteners Needed from Parts Bag Horz Latch to Beam Nut Qty 2 Horz Latch...

Page 54: ...rol valve Align holes in handle with clevis holes Insert the supplied pins through holes and secure with supplied bridge clips Tools Needed Pliers Parts Needed from Parts Bag Pin Bridge Clip Control V...

Page 55: ...at fitting from end with nut washer O ring assembly turn nut clockwise as far as possible Use valve port marked A to thread the control valve onto the fitting until control valve touches washer Hold c...

Page 56: ...ad nearest wrench pad Back off fitting counterclockwise not exceeding one revolution until it is oriented in the correct position Place wrench on the wrench pad of fitting to prevent fitting from turn...

Page 57: ...touches control valve Continue turning until washer touches thread nearest wrench pad Back off fitting counterclockwise not exceeding one revolution until it is orientated in the correct position Pla...

Page 58: ...er touches control valve Continue turning until washer touches thread nearest wrench pad Back off fitting counterclockwise not exceeding one revolution until it is orientated in the correct position P...

Page 59: ...ack off an installed pipe fitting to achieve proper alignment Loosening installed pipe fittings will corrupt the seal and contribute to leakage and failure Connect the end of the suction hose to the p...

Page 60: ...e return hose to return line fitting with supplied hose clamp installed on hose Torque to 77 in lb Secure the remaining end of the low pressure return hose to valve outlet fitting located on the contr...

Page 61: ...ply Hose to the high pressure fitting on the pump outlet Wrench tighten 1 5 3 0 turns past finger tight Screw finger tight remaining end of the High Pressure Supply Hose to the Large Swivel Fitting on...

Page 62: ...e return hose to return line fitting with supplied hose clamp installed on hose Torque to 77 in lb Secure the remaining end of the low pressure return hose to valve outlet fitting located on the contr...

Page 63: ...Supply Hose to the high pressure fitting on the pump outlet Wrench tighten 1 5 3 0 turns past finger tight Screw finger tight remaining end of the High Pressure Supply Hose to the Large Swivel Fitting...

Page 64: ...p 23 Zip Ties Route zip tie through hole in trunnion mount and around hose Tighten zip tie and cut off excess length Repeat for remaining three holes in trunnion mounts Fasteners Needed from Parts Bag...

Page 65: ...ons Tools Needed Wire Cutter Step 23 Zip Ties Continued Route zip tie around high and low pressure hoses as shown below Tighten zip tie and cut off excess length Fasteners Needed from Parts Bag Large...

Page 66: ...Tube Remove the manual tube cover from manual tube Align holes in manual tube with holes in towbar Secure the manual tube to towbar using 2 Self Tapping Screws Reattach the manual tube cover onto the...

Page 67: ...ch log cradle arm rest the log cradle arms on the installed bolts and nuts Install the remaining 2 Log Cradle Bolts and 2 Log Cradle Locknuts into the top holes of the beam and log cradle arms Torque...

Page 68: ...68 789712 Engine Exploded View...

Page 69: ...K COMP 1 93 Kit 5 BOLT 3 94 Kit 3 Kit 5 VENTILATION TUBE PROTECTOR 1 Ref Part Description Qty 1 N A CRANKCASE 1 2 N A BALL BEARING 2 3 N A OIL SEAL 2 4 N A GOVERNOR ASSEMBLY 1 5 N A SHAFT GOVERNOR ARM...

Page 70: ...r Kit 1 3 791623 Vent Hose Kit 1 4 789262 Fuel Cap Kit 1 5 791624 Tank Kit 1 6 789693 Muffler Kit 1 7 791625 Carburetor Kit 1 8 791626 Valve Cover Kit 1 9 789696 Ignition Coil Kit 1 10 791627 Oil Aler...

Page 71: ...71 790160 Engine Exploded View...

Page 72: ...52 PACKING HEADCOVER 1 53 N A BOLT 4 54 N A ROD PUSH 2 55 N A CAMSHAFT ASSY 1 56 Kit 12 SHROUD 1 57 Kit 1 Kit 10 Kit 12 BOLT 9 Ref Part Description Qty 58 N A FLYWHEEL ASSEMBLY 1 59 Kit 1 FAN RECOIL...

Page 73: ...90 Vent Hose Kit 1 4 791591 Fuel Cap Kit 1 5 791592 Tank Kit 1 6 791593 Carburetor Kit 1 7 791594 Muffler Kit 1 8 791595 Valve Cover Kit 1 9 791596 Ignition Coil Kit 1 10 791597 Oil Alert kit 1 11 783...

Page 74: ...74 Engine Manual Safety CAUTION This engine is shipped without oil If you start the engine without oil the engine will be damaged beyond repair and will not be covered under warranty...

Page 75: ...proper instructions 4 Gasoline is extremely flammable and is explosive under certain conditions 5 Refuel in a well ventilated area with the engine stopped Do not smoke or allow flames or sparks in th...

Page 76: ...76 Parts Descriptions Not Applicable Not Applicable Not Applicable Not Applicable...

Page 77: ...explosive gas keep sparks flames and cigarettes away Charge or use it in an area with good ventilation The battery contains sulfuric acid electrolyte Contact with skin or eyes may cause severe burns W...

Page 78: ...ecommended oil 5 Reinstall the dipstick 2 Air Cleaner Dismantle the air cleaner housing and check its filter element make sure it is clean and intact otherwise clean or replace the filter CAUTION Engi...

Page 79: ...ntain cosolvents and corrosion inhibitors for methanol Never use gasoline containing more than 5 methanol even if it has cosolvents and corrosion inhibitors If spark knock or pinging occurs at a stead...

Page 80: ...l you feel it catch then pull briskly With Electric Start a Turn the engine switch to the START position and hold it until the engine starts b Once engine starts release the engine switch to On CAUTIO...

Page 81: ...his if no carburetor modifications are made Exhaust Control System While the engine is running carbon monoxide oxide of nitrogen and hydrocarbon will produce and in certain conditions oxide of nitroge...

Page 82: ...nth of 20 Hrs Each Season or 50 Hrs Every 6 Months or 100 Hrs Each Year or 300 Hrs Engine Oil Oil level check Replace Air Cleaner Check Clean Replace Sediment Cup Clean Spark Plug Clean Adjust Replace...

Page 83: ...into the carburetor To keep the carburetor in good working condition service the air filter periodically If operating engine in a dusty environment it should be cleaned frequently 1 Remove the wing n...

Page 84: ...properly gapped and free of deposits 1 Remove the spark plug cap and use a spark plug wrench to remove the plug WARNING Gasoline is extremely flammable and is explosive under certain conditions Do no...

Page 85: ...ne 5 After the spark plug is seated tighten with a spark plug wrench to compress the washer NOTE When installing a new spark plug tighten turn after the spark plug seats to compress the washer When re...

Page 86: ...drain screw Drain the gasoline into a suitable container 3 Change the engine oil 4 Remove the spark plug and pour about a tablespoon of clean engine oil into the cylinder Crank the engine several revo...

Page 87: ...e Cyl Forced Air Cooled 4 Stroke OHV Single Cyl Forced Air Cooled Bore x Stroke mm 70 x 54 90 x 66 Rated Power kW rpm 4 2 3600 8 5 3600 Max Torque 13 2 28 5 Displacement ml 208 420 Starting Type Recoi...

Page 88: ...lug in cap turn engine switch to ON position Ground the side electrode to any engine ground and pull the recoil starter to see if sparks jump across the gap If nto spark replace plug If OK reinstall s...

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Page 92: ...tions will void warranty Determining whether a part is to be replaced or repaired is the sole decision of Powerhorse Powerhorse will not provide for replacement of complete products due to defective p...

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Page 94: ...94 Manufactured by Northern Tool Equipment Co 2800 SouthCross Drive West P O Box 1499 Burnsville MN 55337 0499...

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