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WARNING: Use extreme care when
handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely
flammable and the vapors are explosive.
Never fuel machine indoors or while the
engine is hot or running. 

Starting Engine

Attach spark plug wire to spark plug. Make certain 
the metal cap on the end of the spark plug is 
fastened securely over the metal tip on the spark 
plug.

Engines with choke lever:
Move choke lever on engine to CHOKE position. (A 
warm engine may not require choking).

Engines with primer:
Prime engine as instructed in separate engine 
manual.

The throttle control lever is located on the engine. 
Move engine throttle control lever to FAST or 
START position.

Grasp starter handle and pull rope out slowly until 
engine reaches start of compression cycle (rope 
will pull slightly harder at this point).

Pull rope with a rapid, continuous, full arm stroke. 
Keep a firm grip on starter handle. Let rope rewind 
slowly.

Repeat the previous steps until engine fires. When 
engine starts, move choke control (if equipped) 
gradually to RUN position.

If weather is cold, run wedge up or down beam 6 to 
8 times to circulate the hydraulic fluid.

WARNING: When starting a warm engine,
the muffle and surrounding areas are hot
and can cause a burn. Do not touch. 

Always:

Use clean fluid and check fluid level regularly.

Use Dexron III Automatic Transmission Fluid or 
10W AW hydraulic fluid.

Use a filter (clean or replace regularly)

Use a breather cap on fluid reservoir.

Make certain pump is mounted and aligned 
properly.

Use a flexible “spider” type coupling between 
engine and pump drive shafts.

Keep hoses clear and unblocked.

Bleed air out of hoses before operating.

Flush and clean hydraulic system before starting 
after any malfunction or servicing.

Use “pipe dope” on all hydraulic fittings.

Allow time for warm-up before splitting wood.

Prime the pump before initial start-up by turning 
over the engine with spark plug disconnected.

Split wood with the grain (lengthwise) only.

Never:

Use when fluid is below 20° F or above 150° F.

Use a solid engine /pump coupling.

Operate through relief valve for more than several 
seconds.

Attempt to adjust unloading or relief valve settings 
without pressure gauges.

Operate with air in hydraulic system.

Use teflon tape on hydraulic fittings.

Attempt to cut wood across the grain.

Using The Log Splitter

Place the log splitter on level, dry, and solid ground.

Place the beam in either the horizontal or vertical 
position and lock in place with the appropriate 
locking rod.

Block the front and back of both wheels.

Place the log against the end plate and only split 
wood in the direction of the grain.

When necessary to stabilize the log, place your 
hand only on sides of log. NEVER place hand on 
the end between the log and splitting wedge.

Only one adult should stabilize the log and operate 
the control handle, so the operator has full control 
over stabilizing the log and movement of the 
splitting wedge.

WARNING: Wear leather work gloves,
safety shoes, and safety glasses when
operating log splitter. Ensure safe footing. 

Control Handle Positions

Move control handle FORWARD or DOWN to split 
wood.

Release the control handle to stop the wedge 
movement.

Move control handle BACK or UP to return the 
wedge.

Vertical Position

Pull the horizontal beam lock out and pivot it down 
to release the beam. Pivot the beam to the vertical 
position.

To lock the beam in the vertical position, pull out on 
the vertical beam lock and pivot it to secure the 
beam. See Figure 14.

Stand in front of the log splitter to operate the 
control handle and to stabilize the log. 

Horizontal Position

Pull the vertical beam lock out and pivot it down. 
Pivot the beam to the horizontal position.

To lock the beam in the horizontal position, pull out 
on the horizontal beam lock and pivot it to secure 
the beam. See Figure 15.

Stand behind the reservoir tank to operate the 
control handle and to stabilize the log.

Summary of Contents for 24AD595C190

Page 1: ...rass covered land unless the engine s exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws if any If a spark arrester is used it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator In the State of California the above is required by law Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code Other states may have similar laws Federal laws apply on federa...

Page 2: ...ate is explained below For future reference please copy the model number and the serial number of the equipment in the space below ENGINE INFORMATION The engine manufacturer is responsible for all engine related issues with regards to performance power rating specifications warranty and service Please refer to the engine manufacturer s Owner s Operator s Manual packed separately with your unit for...

Page 3: ...ride on this machine 8 Never transport cargo on this machine 9 Hydraulic log splitters develop high fluid pressures during operation Fluid escaping through a pin hole opening can penetrate your skin and cause blood poisoning gangrene or death Give attention to the following instructions at all times a Do not check for leaks with your hand b Do not operate machine with frayed kinked cracked or dama...

Page 4: ...og is needed to complete the separation of the first log 10 For logs which are not cut square the least square end and the longest portion of the log should be placed toward the beam and wedge and the square end placed toward the end plate 11 When splitting in the vertical position stabilize the log before moving the control Split as follows a Place log on the end plate and turn until it leans aga...

Page 5: ...soline and oil as instructed in the separate engine manual before operating your machine NOTE Reference to right or left hand side of the log splitter is observed from the operating position Removing Unit From Carton Pry the top sides and ends off crate Set panels aside to avoid tire punctures or personal injury Remove and discard plastic bag that covers unit Remove wheels and loose parts if inclu...

Page 6: ...e and lowered by turning counter clockwise Attaching The Hitch Assembly See Figure 3 Remove the hardware assembled on the hitch assembly and place the hitch on the end of the tongue Insert hex bolt through flat washer end of safety chain spacer and then rear hitch hole Pivot the end of safety chain so it faces the ball end of hitch Figure 3 Insert other spacer safety chain and flat washer on the o...

Page 7: ...ank Secure fender with lock washers and hex nuts Tighten securely Attaching The Tongue See Figure 5 Remove two hex bolts lock washers and hex nuts on the front of the reservoir tank Place the tongue in position and secure with hardware just removed Remove the reservoir tank from the blocks Figure 5 Attaching Beam To Reservoir Tank See Figure 6 For shipping purposes the pressure hose is attached to...

Page 8: ...turn Hose See Figure 9 The return hose is attached to the top of the control valve Loosen the hose clamp on the free end of the hose Cut the securing strap Remove any protective insert from the end of the hose Remove the protective cap from the fitting on top of the filter head Attach the end of the hose to the fitting on top of the filter Place the hose clamp at the base of the fitting and tighte...

Page 9: ...h the top of the pipe NOTE The reservoir tank has a capacity of approxi mately 7 gallons Figure 12 If not already disconnect the spark plug wire and prime the pump by pulling the recoil starter to turn the engine over approximately 10 times Reconnect the spark plug wire Start engine according to Starting the Engine in the OPERATION section Use the control handle to engage the wedge to the farthest...

Page 10: ...rtical The vertical position lock is located next to the oil filter Horizontal The horizontal position lock is part of the beam support latch bracket Engine Controls See the separate engine manual for the location and function of the controls on the engine Starter Handle The starter handle is located on the engine Pull the starter handle to start engine Stopping Engine Move throttle control lever ...

Page 11: ... up by turning over the engine with spark plug disconnected Split wood with the grain lengthwise only Never Use when fluid is below 20 F or above 150 F Use a solid engine pump coupling Operate through relief valve for more than several seconds Attempt to adjust unloading or relief valve settings without pressure gauges Operate with air in hydraulic system Use teflon tape on hydraulic fittings Atte...

Page 12: ...ment As normal wear occurs and there is excessive play between the wedge and beam adjust the bolts on the side of the wedge assembly to eliminate the excess space between the wedge and beam See Figure 16 Loosen the jam nuts on the two adjustment bolts on the side of the wedge Turn the adjustment bolts in until snug and then back them off slowly until the wedge assembly will slide on the beam Tight...

Page 13: ...nce a season Engine Refer to the separate engine manual for all engine maintenance instructions Flexible Pump Coupler The flexible pump coupler is a nylon spider insert located between the pump and engine shaft Over a period of time the coupler will harden and deteriorate Replacement is needed if you detect vibration or noise coming from the area between the engine and the pump If the coupler fail...

Page 14: ...orrect engine storage instructions Store unit in a clean dry area Do not store next to corrosive materials such as fertilizer WARNING Never store the machine or fuel container indoors where there is an open flame spark or pilot light such as on water heater furnace clothes dryer or other gas appliance WARNING Drain fuel into an approved container outdoors away from an open flame Allow engine to co...

Page 15: ...t be covered under warranty If wedge is too tight severe beam damage will result which will not be covered under warranty Do not overheat the hydraulic system Excessive heat will destroy the hydraulic system with hardened O rings and excessive friction Do not attempt to start in temperatures under 20 F without pre heating fluid in reservoir Excessively cold fluid can not circulate and draw into pu...

Page 16: ...n seals 2 Scored cylinder 1 See authorized service dealer 2 See authorized service dealer Engine runs but wood will not split or wood splits too slowly 1 Small gear section damaged 2 Pump check valve leaking 3 Excessive pump inlet vacuum 4 Incorrect oil level 5 Contaminated oil 6 Directional valve leaking internally 7 Overloaded cylinder 8 Internally damaged cylinder 1 See authorized service deale...

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Page 19: ... 736 0159 Washer 5 16 45 710 0157 Hex Cap Screw 5 16 24 x 75 46 681 0178 Frame Assembly 7 0 Gal 47 736 0119 Lock Washer 5 16 48 712 0123 Hex Nut 5 16 24 49 710 0409 Hex Cap Screw 5 16 24 x 1 75 50 710 1253 Hex Cap Screw 5 16 24 x 5 25 51 781 0098A Front Support Bracket Coupling 53 736 0119 Lock Washer 5 16 54 710 0237 Hex Cap Screw 5 16 24 x 625 56 719 0315 Shoulder Spacer 57 714 0114 Key 58 712 0...

Page 20: ... these items b Routine maintenance items such as lubricants filters blade sharpening and tune ups or adjustments such as brake adjustments clutch adjustments or deck adjustments and normal deterioration of the exterior finish due to use or exposure c Log splitter pumps valves and cylinders have a sepa rate one year warranty d White Outdoor Co does not extend any warranty for products sold or expor...

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