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MODEL NO. 40123100

Owner’s Manual

ASSEMBLY & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

THIS SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL IDENTIFIES IMPORTANT SAFETY MESSAGES IN THIS MANUAL.

28 TON VERTICAL/HORIZONTAL

LOG SPLITTER WITH  ELECTRIC START

LS80-727-0508
Rev. 3

Summary of Contents for SplitMaster 40123100

Page 1: ...0123100 Owner s Manual ASSEMBLY OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS THIS SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL IDENTIFIES IMPORTANT SAFETY MESSAGES IN THIS MANUAL 28 TON VERTICAL HORIZONTAL LOG SPLITTER WITH ELECTRIC START LS80 727 0508 Rev 3 ...

Page 2: ...Log 3 Work Area 3 Operation of the Log Splitter 3 4 Repair and Maintenance Safety 4 Hydraulic Safety 5 Fire Prevention 5 6 Towing Safety 6 Assembly Instructions 7 Operating Instructions 7 9 Engine Oil Recommendations 8 Starting Instructions 8 Towing 9 Operation 9 Maintenance 9 Parts List 10 11 Parts Breakdown Illustration 12 Notes 13 Specifications Back Cover ...

Page 3: ...ting wood It is designed for this use only Any other use can cause serious injury or death PEPER PERPERSONALSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT BEFORE operating this log splitter make sure that you wear safety gear such as goggles or safey glasses steel toed shoes and tight fitting gloves without loose cuffs or draw strings Always wear a protective hearing device when operating this log splitter NEVER wear...

Page 4: ...age 2 PART NUMBER 510105700 LOCATION TOP FORWARD SECTION OF HYDRAULIC CYLINDER PART NUMBER 51018900 LOCATION TOP OF HYDRAULIC CYLINDER PART NUMBER 52023200 LOCATION HYDRAULICTANK LOWER TANK RIGHT CORNER ...

Page 5: ...Do not split logs greater than 26 in in length WORK AREA NEVER operate the log splitter on slippery wet muddy or icy ground ONLY operate your log splitter on level ground Operating on a slope could cause the log splitter to roll over or logs to fall off NEVER operate your log splitter in an enclosed area Exhaust fumes contain carbon monoxide which can be deadly when inhaled NEVER attempt to move y...

Page 6: ...id contact with the muffler and other hot areas of the engine during operation to prevent burns REPAIRAND MAINTENANCE SAFETY NEVER operate your log splitter when it is in poor mechanical condition or in need of repair Periodically check that all nuts bolts screws hydraulic fittings and hose clamps are tightened NEVER alter your log splitter in any manner such as adding a rope or extenstion to the ...

Page 7: ... pressure could result in serious injury NEVER adjust the hydraulic valve The pressure relief valve on your log splitter is preset at the factory Only a qualified service technician should perform this adjustment FIRE PREVENTION NEVER operate your log splitter near a flame or spark Hydraulic oil and gasoline are flammable and can explode NEVER fill the gas tank while the engine is hot or running A...

Page 8: ...splitter ALWAYS check before towing to make sure that the log splitter is correctly and securely attached to the towing vehicle and that the safety chains are secured to the hitch or bumper of the vehicle with enough slack to allow turning Always use a Class I 2 ball with this log splitter NEVER carry any cargo or wood on your log splitter NEVER allow anyone to sit or ride on your log splitter ALW...

Page 9: ...hrough the holes and lock in place with the clip pin 53 STEP 5 Connect the end of the 1 2 in I D x 47 in hydraulic hose 21 coming from the fitting 20 on the pump 9 to the fitting 75 on the valve 5 STEP 6 Slide one hose clamp 50 on the end of the 3 4 in x 32 1 2 in hydraulic hose 49 that comes from the fitting on the tank axle 2 Then connect the hose to the fitting 69 on the valve 5 Tighten hose cl...

Page 10: ...tes that there is still air in the system More oil should then be added to bring the fluid level up to the OK range on the dipstick Total hydraulic capacity is 31 quarts NOTE If the tank is overfilled it will tend to expel oil from the breather cap when the cylinder is retracted After adding more oil to the tank cycle the cylinder again until it has a constant speed indicating that all oil has bee...

Page 11: ...efore operation Operating the log splitter without an adequate oil supply will cause severe damage to the pump 3 Change the oil filter after the first 25 hours of operation Thereafter change the oil filter every hundred hours or seasonally whichever comes first 4 If the wedge becomes dull or nicked it can be removed and sharpened Remove the 1 2 in diameter bolt that connects the wedge to the cylin...

Page 12: ...S 2 1 X 1 1 0 2 0 0 1 4 3 0 9 3 w o b l E t e e r t S 0 9 x 2 1 1 1 2 0 0 7 5 2 0 9 3 e s o H e r u s s e r P c i l u a r d y H 7 4 x D I 2 1 1 2 2 0 0 3 6 3 0 9 3 g n i t t i F e s o H 0 9 1 x T P N 4 3 1 3 2 0 0 9 4 3 0 9 3 e l p p i N 2 1 2 x 4 3 1 4 2 d n a t S d n u o r G 1 5 2 0 0 8 5 9 0 7 0 d n a t S d n u o r G r o f n i P g n i k c o L 6 1 5 1 6 2 L O t l o B m m 5 8 x 5 1 x 0 1 M 1 7 2 ...

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Page 16: ...Model No ____________________ Serial No _____________________________ Date of Purchase _______________ Place of Purchase _______________________ _______________________ _______________________ _______________________ ...

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