Brave VH0934 Owner / Operator Use And Care Manual Download

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Page 1: ...r Operator and Safety Manual S e e i n 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 3 34 4 T To on n Vertical Horizontal Log Splitter M Mo od de el l V VH H0 09 93 34 4 ...

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Page 3: ...re section Fill the engine fuel tank with fresh clean 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 815 672 8861 1 Brave Products Inc Serial Number ______________ Date of Purchase ___________ Please enter the serial num...

Page 4: ...Operation 20 Operation Horizontal Position 21 Operation Vertical Position 24 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 Parts 34 Warranty 40 Wa...

Page 5: ...tion maintenance or repair procedures that you choose DO NOT proceed if any doubt arises about the correct or safe method of per forming anything found in this or other Brave Products manuals Seek out expert assistance from a qualified person before continuing WARNING CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 Engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of Cal ifornia to cause cancer bir...

Page 6: ...g ensures greater reliability Factory testing of all major components and hydraulic tank Powder coated finish for the best appearance and weather protection Year round manufacturing parts and support For additional information contact us at Brave Products Inc 410 W Broadway Ave P O Box 577 Streator Illinois 61364 0577 Phone 815 672 8861 Fax 815 672 9073 E mail sales braveproducts com Web Site www ...

Page 7: ...y ALLOW ONLY ONE 1 PERSON TO LOAD AND OPERATE THE LOG SPLIT TER Allow only adults to operate the log splitter No one under the age of 18 should be allowed to operate the log splitter Always keep bystanders including children and pets at least twenty five 25 feet away from the work area Only the operator should stand near the equip ment and only within the safe operating area prescribed in this man...

Page 8: ...the ram NEVER attempt to load your log splitter while the ram is in motion Only use your hand to operate the control lever NEVER use your foot knee a rope or any other extension device Log Splitting Safety Always keep your fingers away from any cracks that open in the log during the splitting operation ALWAYS make sure that both ends of the log you are splitting are cut as square as possible This ...

Page 9: ... to the towing vehicle Be sure that the ball hitch you are using is the proper size for the hitch coupler on the log splitter see Specifi cation section Be sure the safety chains are properly hooked to the vehicle leaving enough slack for turning ALWAYS allow for added length of the log splitter when turning parking cross ing intersections and in all driving situations ALWAYS be careful when backi...

Page 10: ... 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 Preventing Fires NEVER operate the log splitter near a flame or spark Oil and gasoline ar...

Page 11: ... Assembly Parts 1 Hitch Coupler 2 2 2 Bolt 1 2 13 x 3 1 2 2 2 Locknut 1 2 13 2 2 Safety Chain2 1 Safety Quick Link Tongue and Front Leg Assembly 1 Tongue and Front Leg Weldment1 2 Bolt 1 2 13 x 3 1 2 2 2 Locknut 1 2 13 2 Rail Latch Assembly 1 Rail Rest Weldment2 2 Bolt 1 2 13 x 1 1 2 2 2 Lockwasher 1 2 2 2 Nut 1 2 13 2 Qty Description Rail to Base Assembly 2 Bolt 1 2 13 x 1 1 2 2 2 Lockwasher 1 2 ...

Page 12: ...dboard box and make sure all the smaller parts have been shipped The chart in the Shipping List section pro vides a complete list of all the parts shipped with your log splitter If any parts are missing call Brave Products at 815 672 8861 NOTE The contents of the cardboard box contains the hitch assembly two safety chains a safety quick link two fenders valve handle assembly oil filter and rail re...

Page 13: ... and safety recommendations before assembling or operating this log split ter 2 Before removing the base unit from the pallet remove the tongue and front leg assembly 3 Install the tongue and front leg assembly to the base unit using two 1 2 13 x 3 1 2 inch long hex head bolts lockwashers and nuts Tighten the nuts securely Roll the tongue base unit off the pallet and lower the front leg and lock i...

Page 14: ...in an upright vertical position NOTE If also installing an optional BR021180 Log Cradle assemble it at this time The log cradle uses the first and third holes 5 Align the hinge brackets in the base unit with the third hole from the base plate in the rail assembly 6 Bolt the base unit to the rail assembly using two 1 2 13 x 1 1 2 inch long hex head bolts lockwashers and nuts as shown Tighten the nu...

Page 15: ...revent the base unit from moving 9 Link the ends of safety chains together with the safety quick link and tighten the link s locknut securely with a wrench 10 Place the hitch over the attachment tube aligning the bolt holes and insert the rear 1 2 x 3 1 2 inch bolt A Install and tight en the locknut Insert the end of quick link into front tube of the rail assembly and insert a 1 2 x 3 1 2 inch bol...

Page 16: ...p in place onto the two pins 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 14 Attach the high pressure hose from the filter assembly to the top valve fitting Securely tighten the hose fitting NOTE The high pressure hose is self seal ing and does not require any type of sealing ...

Page 17: ...Once the filter makes contact with the fil ter head turn it an additional 3 4 turn Hand tighten only 17 Bolt the fenders onto the fender brackets using two 5 16 18 x 3 4 inch long hex head bolts and locknuts The fenders are interchangeable left or right Position the fender over the tire with equal spac ing in the front and back 18 The log splitter is now completely assem bled Follow the Start Up P...

Page 18: ...rchased the log splitter If they cannot help you contact the engine manufacturer 1 Fill the hydraulic tank with SAE 10W tractor hydraulic oil or automatic transmission fluid such as Dextron III The tank is full when the oil level is approximately one inch from the top of the tank Do not tighten the fill cap at this time NOTE The total hydraulic system oil capacity for this unit is 9 2 gallons 2 Fi...

Page 19: ...n a four cycle engine can cause engine damage 7 Fill the engine s fuel tank with fresh clean lead free automotive gasoline 8 Attach the spark plug wire and start the 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...

Page 20: ... the tow vehicle s tow ball In some cases the hitch coupler may not totally engage with the tow ball without raising the jack leg assembly Pull the latch assembly on the hitch coupler up and into the open position 2 Release the latch assembly on the hitch coupler and lock the hitch coupler onto the tow ball 3 Raise the front leg to the towing position by pulling the spring pin If not already secur...

Page 21: ... pler Making sure the log splitter is securely attached to the vehicle is the responsibili ty of the owner operator Failure to securely attach the log splitter can cause loss of control of the vehicle or the log splitter being separated from the towing vehicle resulting in serious injury or death WARNING 815 672 8861 19 Brave Products Inc ...

Page 22: ...ing zone at all times when the splitting wedge is in motion whether extend ing or retracting Never place any part of your body in a position which would cause an unsafe operating condition 1 Position your log splitter on flat dry ground Make sure you read all the recommenda tions from the Safety section before using the log splitter 2 Make sure both ends of the log you are splitting are cut as squ...

Page 23: ...ing gloves without draw strings or loose cuffs and steel toed shoes 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 t...

Page 24: ...the splitting 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 splitting 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 log splitter by reachin...

Page 25: ... control lever as the cylinder retracts Stop the wedge if the log sticks see caution below When the cylinder is fully retracted the con trol valve will automatically shift to a neutral position e DO NOT load another log or remove split pieces until the wedge has com pletely stopped and the control handle automatically returns to the neutral position Depending on the type of wood being split a log ...

Page 26: ...a vertical position pull the spring loaded locking lever and twist it in either direction to lock it in the unlocked position NOTE Before raising the log splitter into a vertical position make sure the locking lever located by the hydraulic tank is in the unlocked position Not following this recom mendation may result in damage to the plunger b Block the wheels and stand the rail assembly up into ...

Page 27: ... hold the log until the splitting 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 immedi ately when the splitting wedge engages the log Never use your hip or any extension device to operate the valve control handle e Only using your hand push the control lever down towards the log If ...

Page 28: ...ol lever as the cylinder retracts Stop the wedge if the log sticks see caution below When the cylinder is fully retracted the con trol valve will automatically shift to a neutral position h DO NOT load another log or remove split pieces until the splitting wedge has completely stopped and the con trol handle automatically returns to the neutral position Depending on the type of wood being split a ...

Page 29: ...damaged hydraulic com ponents with 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 reservoir while the log splitter is running Hot oil under pressure co...

Page 30: ...ste oil per 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 cylin der 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 lower the front of the log split ter to completely ...

Page 31: ... 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 spark plug wire...

Page 32: ...th 2 0 inch rod Hydraulic Tank Capacity 7 5 gallons Hydraulic System Capacity including cylinder tank hoses and filter 9 2 gallons Hydraulic Oil Filter Spin on 25 micron filter Safety Release Control Valve Detent auto return Gear Pump 2 stage 16 GPM Unit Weight 560 lbs Shipping Weight 620 lbs Replacement Filters Replacement Filters NAPA 1553 FRAM PF1654 WIX 51552 Hydraulic Oil Specifications non f...

Page 33: ... pump coupler is 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 oi...

Page 34: ...Decals Make sure all decals are attached to the log splitter and or engine and are legible at all times N ING AR WARNING Brave Products Inc 32 815 672 8861 1 3 ...

Page 35: ...cription Qty 1 BR002652 Decal Notice 1 2 NS BR002625 Decal 34 Ton Logo 2 3 BR002302 Decal Operator Safety 1 4 BR002621 Decal Flag 1 5 BR002521 Decal Serial Number 1 6 BR002653 Decal Maximum Speed 1 7 BR002559 Decal Proper Machine 1 Loading 6 NS not shown 7 ...

Page 36: ... 4 16 BR021394 09 Weldment Tongue 1 17 BR020284 02 Weldment Front Leg 1 18 BR001321 Locknut 1 2 13 4 19 BR001201 Bolt 1 2 13 x 3 1 2 long 4 20 BR008511 Safety Quick Link 1 21 BR008508 Chain Assembly 2 22 BR008540 Coupler Hitch 2 1 Item Part No Description Qty 27 BR021251 Pin Hinge 1 28 BR031102 Bracket Hinge 1 29 BR001764 Clip Hairpin 3 32 x 2 1 2 1 30 BR021396 Pin Plunger 1 31 BR008151 Spring 1 3...

Page 37: ...815 672 8861 35 Brave Products Inc VH34 D 10 9 6 7 5 4 3 3 2 1 38 37 36 30 32 33 13 14 15 11 12 27 28 31 8 34 35 17 41 16 29 18 19 22 21 39 18 20 19 40 ...

Page 38: ...001259 Bolt Carriage 1 2 13 x 2 1 2 6 10 BR021163 Weldment Slide Wedge 1 11 BR001765 Pin Clevis 1 2 x 3 long 1 12 BR004065 Cylinder 1 13 BR008531A Pin Grooved 1 dia 1 14 BR001705 Clip Hairpin Cylinder 2 15 BR021396 Pin Plunger 1 16 BR008151 Spring 1 17 BR001090 Pin Slotted Spring 3 16 dia 1 18 BR008152 Knob Bar 1 Note 1 Hole is used to attach optional BR021180 Log Cradle Note 2 Hole is not used in...

Page 39: ...815 672 8861 37 Brave Products Inc VH34 B 4 14 13 12 8 11 3 4 3 16 18 17 15 2 6 7 14 10 9 Note 2 Note 1 1 Note 3 5 ...

Page 40: ...2 BR001113 Element Filter 1 13 BR001112 Casting Head Filter 1 14 BR005061 Hose High Pressure 1 15 BR005036 Hose High Pressure 1 16 BR001017 Fitting High Pressure 90 1 17 Not Used 18 Not Used 19 Not Used 20 BR004165 Chain Link 1 21 BR004214 Pin Clevis 1 4 x 1 long 1 22 BR004215 Pin Cotter 3 32 x 1 2 long 1 23 BR004117A Lever Control 1 Item Part No Description Qty 24 BR004999 Clamp Hose No 16 2 25 B...

Page 41: ...815 672 8861 39 Brave Products Inc VH34 C 14 8 10 9 12 15 13 6 5 4 3 2 24 7 11 25 16 28 29 1 30 31 31 8 26 20 23 22 21 20 ...

Page 42: ...ary 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 ...

Page 43: ...________________ ADDRESS ____________________________________________________________________ CITY ___________________________________ STATE ______ ZIP ____________________ PHONE __________________E MAIL opt __________________________________________ YOUR SIGNATURE ___________________________________ DATE ___________________ Purchased From __________________________________________________________...

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Page 45: ...ters 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 Part No BR012104 Improves visibility of log splitter when backing up or towing Heavy...

Page 46: ...Notes Brave Products Inc 44 815 672 8861 ...

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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 VH0934 12 08 ...

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