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Owner / Operator

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Summary of Contents for VH0622

Page 1: ...i t i a l s t a r t u p i n s t r u c t i o n s o n p a g e o n e B Br ra av ve e 2 22 2 a an nd d 2 26 6 T To on n Vertical Horizontal Log Splitters M Mo od de el l V VH H0 06 62 22 2 M Mo od de el l V VH H0 06 62 26 6 Photos show Model VH0626 ...

Page 2: ... lead free gasoline Do not mix oil with gasoline Bleed the air out of the cylinder before starting the log splitter See Start Up Procedure section Make sure the trailer hitch of the towing vehicle is equipped with a 2 inch ball Serial Number ______________ Date of Purchase ___________ Please enter the serial number and purchase date of your log splitter in the space provided Keep this manual for f...

Page 3: ...10 Start Up Procedure 16 Towing 18 Operation 19 Inspection and Maintenance 27 General Maintenance Check before operating 27 Engine Service 27 Storage 27 Hydraulic Oil Change 28 Specifications 30 Mechanical Specifications 30 Hydraulic Specifications 30 Replacement Filters 30 Hydraulic Oil Specifications non foaming 30 Troubleshooting 31 Decals 32 Warranty 34 Parts 36 Optional Attachments 42 Log Cra...

Page 4: ...when it comes to log splitters and wood processing products Brave Products offers the finest log splitter on the market today Rugged heavy duty construction for years of exceptional service Ergonomic design for use in vertical and horizontal operating positions Rigid quality control during manufacturing ensures greater reliability Factory testing of all major components and hydraulic tank Powder c...

Page 5: ...warnings in this manual If any doubt or question arises about the correct or safe method of performing any thing found in this or other Brave Products manuals contact your Brave Prod ucts dealer or call the Sales and Service representatives at our main head quarters Proper care is your responsibility Accidents can often be avoided by being alert and recognizing potentially haz ardous situations An...

Page 6: ...steel toed shoes and a protective hearing device To prevent injury make sure all decals are attached to the log splitter and are legible at all times Worksite Safety To avoid tripping do not leave tools logs or other components laying around in the work area NEVER operate your log splitter on slippery wet muddy or icy surfaces The location you choose should be flat dry and free from any tall grass...

Page 7: ...ned and engineered to be used in accordance with the operating instruc tions Altering the equipment or using the equipment in such a way as to cir cumvent its design capabilities and capacities could result in serious or fatal injury and WlLL VOID THE WARRANTY Never operate or allow anyone else to operate this equipment while under the influence of medication drugs or alcohol Never wear loose clot...

Page 8: ...OID THE WARRANTY NEVER attach a rope or extension to the control lever or add width or height to the splitting wedge Such ALTERATIONS may cause the log splitter to become UNSAFE and WILL VOID THE WARRANTY ALWAYS clean the unit after each use If possible store the unit inside or cover it completely if stored outside Towing Raise the support leg to the highest position when towing ALWAYS check befor...

Page 9: ...ainer in a house or near any heating appliance Do not smoke or have open flames when refueling the engine Do not spill fuel If fuel should spill quickly wipe up the spill and allow the excess to evaporate before continuing Make sure gasoline soaked rags are properly disposed of DO NOT fill the gas tank while the engine is hot or running Allow time for the engine to cool down before refueling Preve...

Page 10: ... inch 2 2 Bolts 1 2 13 x 3 inch 2 2 Locknuts 1 2 13 2 2 Safety Chains2 1 Safety Quick Link Support Leg Assembly 1 Support Leg1 1 Bolt 1 2 13 x 4 1 2 inch 2 1 Locknut 1 2 13 2 1 Hitch Pin2 1 Clip Hair Pin2 Qty Description Rail to Base Assembly 1 Bolt 1 2 13 x 4 1 2 inch 2 1 Locknut 1 2 13 2 1 Hitch Pin2 1 Clip Hair Pin2 Valve Assembly 1 Control Lever valve 2 1 Chain Link2 1 Clevis Pin2 1 Cotter Pin...

Page 11: ...cts at 800 350 8739 3 Open the cardboard box and make sure all the smaller parts have been shipped The chart in the Shipping List section provides a complete list of all the parts shipped with your log splitter If any parts are missing call Brave Products at 800 350 8739 NOTE The contents of the cardboard box includes the hitch assembly valve handle two safety chains and one bag of hardware as sho...

Page 12: ... flat level surface before removing the bolt 2 Cut the bands holding the base unit and rail assembly onto the pallet Before removing the base unit from the pallet install the front leg assembly Align the top rear hole in front leg with the rear top hole in the base unit and install a 1 2 13 x 4 1 2 inch long hex head bolt through the holes Install and tighten the locknut NOTE To prevent the front ...

Page 13: ...ase assembly using the front leg with the rail assembly Have someone hold the rail assem bly to prevent it from falling during this part of the assembly 8 Center the rail between the hinge plates on the base assembly as shown Insert a 1 2 13 x 4 1 2 inch long hex head bolt through rear top hole of the hinge plates and rail Install and tighten a 1 2 13 lock nut NOTE To prevent the rail from binding...

Page 14: ...air pin clip on the opposite side 11 Link the ends of safety chains together with the safety quick link and tighten the link s locknut securely with a wrench 12 Place the hitch over the attachment tube aligning the bolt holes and insert the rear 1 2 x 3 inch bolt A Install and tighten the locknut Insert the end of quick link into front tube of the rail assembly and insert a 1 2 x 3 inch bolt B thr...

Page 15: ...in link side plate on top of the two pins 15 Secure the side plate by using a pair of pliers to slide the retaining clip in place onto the two pins 16 Attach the control lever to the valve spool using a 1 4 x 1 long clevis pin Secure the clevis pin with a cotter pin bend the ends of the cotter pin to hold it in place 800 350 8739 13 Brave Products Inc Assembly Instructions ...

Page 16: ...tall the left and right hand fender brackets using two 5 16 18 x 3 4 inch long hex head bolts and locknuts for each bracket Install the bracket with the slot ted holes against the base unit round holes up NOTE The right hand side of the log splitter is the right side when viewed from the hitch end 20 Bolt the fenders onto the fender brackets using two 5 16 18 x 3 4 inch long hex head bolts and loc...

Page 17: ...tely assembled Follow the Start Up Procedure in the following section which adds oil to the engine and hydraulic tank before trying to start the engine Model VH0622 Model VH0626 800 350 8739 15 Brave Products Inc Assembly Instructions ...

Page 18: ...with the engine manufacturer s recommended oil 3 Lubricate the surface of slide rail with grease This will help to prevent wear between the slide plates and the slide rail 4 Remove the spark plug wire from the engine This prevents the engine from starting until the hydraulic pump and cylinder are completely filled with oil Make sure the spark plug wire is held away from the spark plug with string ...

Page 19: ...e engine per the manufacturer s instructions 9 With the engine running push the valve control handle to the retract position and retract the cylinder piston The cylinder valve will automatically stop the cylinder from retracting when it reaches the end of its stroke Cycle the log splitter several times 10 Again check the fluid level in the hydraulic tank and add oil as needed Replace and tighten t...

Page 20: ...e ball Place a customer supplied lock or lock pin into the latch assembly of the hitch 3 Raise the front leg to the towing position by removing the hair pin clip and the hitch pin If not already secure make sure the hitch on the log splitter is properly and securely attached to the ball Raise the front leg align the top front hole and install the hitch pin and hair pin clip 4 Attach the towing saf...

Page 21: ... without drawstrings or loose cuffs and steel toed shoes When operating the log splitter make sure you are standing in the safe operating zone as shown in these pictures You must stay in the safe operating zone at all times when the splitting wedge is in motion whether extend ing or retracting Never place any part of your body into a position that would cause an unsafe operating condition 1 Set yo...

Page 22: ...tion Horizontal Position 4 Use the following photos for the correct and incorrect methods of splitting logs Never split a log using an incorrect or unsafe method a Place the log on the log splitter Grasp the log on the sides near the middle of the block Center the log side to side on the rail of the log splitter making sure that the sawed end is against the large plate base plate at the opposite e...

Page 23: ...y If you find you must hold the log until the wedge touches it and holds it in place be very careful not to put your hand between the log and the end plate or the log and the wedge If you must hold the log on top and in the middle Remove your hand immediately when the splitting wedge engages the log Never use your hip or any extension device to operate the valve control handle Do not operate the l...

Page 24: ...on DO NOT reach for ward and attempt to catch the split wood Let it fall to the ground 6 Pull back on the control lever to the full retract position Stop the wedge if the log sticks see caution below It is not neces sary to hold the control lever Depending on the type of wood being split a log may not always break into two pieces and fall to the ground If a log sticks to the wedge place the valve ...

Page 25: ...l to vertical posi tions when the engine is running Place your foot on the bottom plate of the front leg and carefully tilt the rail to the vertical position Insert the hitch pin into the bottom hole of the base unit and through the slide rail Secure the hitch pin with the hair pin clip After the log splitter is secured in a vertical position start the engine using the procedure in Step 3 a Move t...

Page 26: ... running If you find you must hold the log until the wedge touches it and holds it in place be very careful not to put your hand on top of the log If you must hold the log in the middle of the block Remove your hand immediately when the wedge engages the log Never use your hip or any extension device to operate the valve control handle CAUTION WARNING WARNING Brave Products Inc 24 800 350 8739 Ope...

Page 27: ...cted by the splitting wedge release the control lever to stop the wedge then reposition the log and continue splitting Hold the lever to extend the wedge until the log is split or the cylinder rod stops at its maximum trav el position STOP the forward movement if you feel an unsafe condition is occurring DO NOT reach forward to grab the split wood 3 Once the wedge reaches its full forward downward...

Page 28: ...ay not always break into two pieces and fall to the ground If a log sticks to the wedge place the valve handle in the neutral position stop the wedge from retracting and carefully remove the log from the wedge Allowing the log to remain attached to the wedge when it is fully retracted could lead to possible injury and or damage to the log splitter CAUTION Brave Products Inc 26 800 350 8739 Operati...

Page 29: ...ith Brave Products authorized parts and components specified in the Parts section of this manual Replacement parts from secondary suppliers not original Brave replacement parts can lead to product damage and or personal injury and will void the warranty Do not remove the cap from the hydraulic tank or reservoir while the log splitter is running Hot oil under pressure could be expelled resulting in...

Page 30: ...local regulations c Extend the cylinder by holding the valve handle forward and pulling on the engine s pull start cord until oil from the return line stops flowing This step drains the head end of the cylinder 2 Drain the hydraulic tank a Place a waste oil container under inlet hose 2 b Remove the inlet hose from the pump c Slightly raise the front of the log splitter to completely drain the tank...

Page 31: ...e rod is fully retracted This step removes the old oil from the piston end of the cylinder b Reconnect return hose 1 to the oil filter c Extend the cylinder by holding the valve handle forward and pulling on the engine s pull start cord until the cylinder is completely extended This step refills the piston end of the cylinder 6 Start the engine and cycle the cylinder a Replace the spark plug and s...

Page 32: ...nch with 1 75 inch rod1 or 4 1 2 x 24 inch with 2 inch rod2 Hydraulic Tank Capacity 3 8 gallons Hydraulic System Capacity including cylinder tank hoses and filter 5 4 gallons Hydraulic Oil Filter Spin on 25 micron filter Safety Release Control Valve Detent auto return Gear Pump 2 stage 11 GPM1 or 16 GPM2 Unit Weight 540 lbs 1 or 560 lbs 2 Shipping Weight 590 lbs 1 or 610 lbs 2 1 Model VH0622 only ...

Page 33: ...intact and the cylinder is in good condition you will need to replace the pump Problem The engine stalls when the splitting wedge engages the wood 1 The engine may not be properly adjusted Take the engine to a service center for repair and or adjustment 2 If all engine settings are correct replace the pump Problem The splitting wedge moves slowly but will split wood 1 Check the oil level in the hy...

Page 34: ...attached to the log splitter and or engine and are legible at all times If you are missing a decal or one is not legible call Brave Products at 800 350 8739 for a replacement N ING AR Brave Products Inc 32 800 350 8739 Decals 1 ...

Page 35: ...perator Safety 1 2 BR002652 Decal Notice 1 3 BR002521 Decal Serial Number 1 4 BR002621 Decal Flag 1 5 NS BR002653 Decal Maximum Speed 1 6 NS BR002622 Decal 22 Ton Logo 21 7 NS BR002624 Decal 26 Ton Logo 22 8 NS BR002559 Decal Proper Machine 1 Loading 2 3 4 5 NS Not Shown 1 VH0622 2 VH0626 8 ...

Page 36: ...to our instructions or which has been repaired or altered by anyone other than our authorized representative We shall not be liable for any contingent liabilities arising out of the improper function of any parts We make NO WARRANTY with respect to parts NOT of our manufacture but we will carry out the terms of the warranties of their respective manufacturers For commercial and rental use the warr...

Page 37: ...800 350 8739 35 Brave Products Inc Notes ...

Page 38: ...08301 Tire 4 8 x 8 2 11 BR008301D Washer Thrust 2 12 BR008301E Nut Spindle 2 13 BR008301F Key Cotter 1 8 2 14 BR008301G Cap Dust 2 15 BR021225 Weldment Front Leg 1 16 BR001212 Bolt 5 16 18 x 1 3 4 long 4 17 BR001401 Washer 5 16 4 18 BR001402 Lockwasher 5 16 4 19 BR001303 Nut 5 16 18 4 20 BR001213 Bolt 1 2 13 x 1 1 4 long 4 21 Not Used 22 BR001321 Locknut 1 2 13 4 Item Part No Description Qty 23 BR...

Page 39: ...800 350 8739 37 Brave Products Inc Parts 24 25 27 20 1 1 1 22 24 26 17 18 19 16 15 4 4 3 3 2 5 5 3 28 6 14 12 13 11 9 9 8 10 B22 26 48 7 23 26 ...

Page 40: ...6 7 BR001259 Bolt Carriage 6 1 2 13 x 2 1 2 long 8 BR001761 Pin Cotter 1 9 BR001765 Slide Pin 1 2 x 3 long 1 10 BR004057 1 Cylinder 1 BR004056 2 Cylinder 11 BR008531A Pin Grooved 1 dia 1 12 BR001705 Clip Clevis Pin Cylinder 2 13 BR008540 Coupler Hitch 2 1 14 BR001203 Bolt 1 2 13 x 3 long 2 15 BR001321 Locknut 1 2 13 2 16 BR008508 Chain Assembly 2 17 BR008511 Safety Quick Link 1 1 Part of Model VH0...

Page 41: ...800 350 8739 39 Brave Products Inc Parts 8 9 10 11 12 13 12 6 5 3 1 14 17 15 4 B22 26 49 7 2 16 ...

Page 42: ... Key Pump Shaft 16 gpm 11 BR002001M 1 Pump Hydraulic 1 BR002002M 2 3 Pump Hydraulic Item Part No Description Qty 12 BR001113 Element Filter 1 13 BR001112 Casting Head Filter 1 14 BR001011 Fitting Elbow 90 2 15 BR004999 Clamp Hose No 16 2 16 BR005048 Hose Low Pressure 3 4 x 35 1 17 BR005055 Hose High Pressure 1 18 BR005080 Hose Low Pressure 1 x 9 1 19 BR001017 Fitting High Pressure 90 1 20 BR004165...

Page 43: ...800 350 8739 41 Brave Products Inc 25 16 25 13 12 8 11 10 9 7 4 5 6 2 3 3 15 15 18 19 17 24 27 26 14 1 B22 26 50 22 21 20 23 28 20 8 14 29 29 Parts ...

Page 44: ...urrent model log splitters Log Dislodger Part No BR021172 Helps eject any log that sticks to the splitting wedge Protects control valve and other hydraulic components from damage Rugged construction to last the life of your log splitter Mounts easily to splitter rail all hardware included no drilling or welding required Safety Flag Kit BR012104 Improves visibility of logsplitter when backing up or...

Page 45: ...____________________ OWNER S NAME _______________________________________________________________ ADDRESS ____________________________________________________________________ CITY ___________________________________ STATE ______ ZIP ____________________ Purchased From _______________________________________________________________ Street Address ____________________________________________________...

Page 46: ...Notes Brave Products Inc 44 800 350 8739 ...

Page 47: ...Notes 800 350 8739 45 Brave Products Inc ...

Page 48: ...Brave Products Inc 410 W Broadway Ave Streator Illinois 61364 0577 Phone 815 672 8861 Fax 815 672 9073 E mail sales braveproducts com Web Site www braveproducts com VH0622 VH0626 01 05 08 ...

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