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ASSEMBLY & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

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LS140-825-0512

Rev. 1

MODEL NO. 

S401625UB

Owner’s Manual

25 TON VERTICAL/HORIZONTAL 

LOG SPLITTER

Summary of Contents for SPLITMASTER S401625UB

Page 1: ...ert symbol identifies important safety messages in this manual Failure to follow this important safety information may result in serious injury or death LS140 825 0512 Rev 1 MODEL NO S401625UB Owner s Manual 25 TON VERTICAL HORIZONTAL LOG SPLITTER ...

Page 2: ...tion of the Log Splitter 3 4 Repair and Maintenance Safety 4 5 Hydraulic Safety 5 Fire Prevention 5 6 Towing Safety 6 Assembly Instructions 7 9 Operating Instructions 12 13 Engine Oil Recommendations 12 Hydraulic Oil Recommendations 12 Starting Instructions 12 Operation 13 Towing 13 Maintenance 13 Warranty and Service Information 14 Specifications Back Cover Replacement Parts 10 11 ...

Page 3: ...for any other purposes than splitting wood It is designed for this use only Any other use can cause serious injury or death PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT SAFETY DECALS Make sure that all safety warning decals are in good condition and readable Always replace missing or defaced decals Contact SpeeCo at 1 800 525 8322 for replacement decals INTENDED USE PART NUMBER S52062500 LOCATION TOP FRONT END O...

Page 4: ...K LOWER TANK RIGHT CORNER PART NUMBER S52062200 LOCATION TOP OF CYLINDER PART NUMBER S52062300 LOCATION STRIPPER PLATE OPERATOR SIDE PART NUMBER S52062600 LOCATION STRIPPER PLATE NON OPERATOR SIDE PART NUMBER S52062100 LOCATION TOP OF HYDRAULIC CYLINDER ...

Page 5: ...ould be cut as square as possible to help prevent the log from riding out of the splitter during operation Do not split logs greater than 26 inches in length WORK AREA NEVER operate the log splitter on slippery wet muddy or icy ground NEVER operate the log splitter in an enclosed area Exhaust fumes contain carbon monoxide which can be deadly when inhaled ONLY operate the log splitter on level grou...

Page 6: ...touch the muffler and other hot areas of the engine during operation Wait until the engine cools down GENERAL REPAIR NEVER operate your log splitter when it is in poor mechanical condition or in need of repair NEVER alter your log splitter in any manner Such alterations may cause your log splitter to be unsafe and will void the warranty NEVER tamper with the engine to run it at excessive speeds Th...

Page 7: ...ek professional medical attention immediately if injured by escaping hydraulic fluid Serious infection or reaction can develop if proper medical treatment is not administered immediately ALWAYS be sure to relieve all pressure by shutting off the engine and moving the valve control handle back and forth should it become necessary to loosen or remove any hydraulic fitting Page 5 FIRE PREVENTION NEVE...

Page 8: ... 45 mph could result in loss of control damage to the equipment or serious injury or death Adjust towing speed for terrain and conditions Be extra cautious when towing over rough terrain especially railroad crossings and avoid sharp turns and steep angles when towing your log splitter NEVER exceed weight capacity of ball or load limits of coupler ALWAYS confirm coupler tightness each time before t...

Page 9: ...delivering carrier STEP 2 Attach the two wheels 2 to the tank assembly 1 wheel spindles using the 3 4 light flat washers 3 3 4 NF slotted nuts 4 1 8 x 1 1 2 cotter pins 5 and the hub caps 6 These items are in the hardware package Tighten the slotted nuts and make sure the wheels rotate freely 1 Beam Assembly 1 2 Beam Lock Assembly 1 3 Tank Assembly 1 4 Tire and Wheel 2 5 Tongue Assembly 1 ITEM NO ...

Page 10: ... beam is stable and on a level surface Remove the pivot pin 3 and clip pin 2 from the tank assembly Roll the tongue tank assembly into position between the two tabs on the beam 1 Slide the pivot pin 3 through the aligned holes and lock in place with the clip pin 2 ITEM NO DESCRIPTION QTY 1 Beam Assembly 1 2 1 2 3 4 R Clip Pin 1 3 Pivot Pin 1 ITEM NO DESCRIPTION QTY 1 TankAssembly 1 2 1 2 NC x 4 1 ...

Page 11: ... hose clamp See illustrations below Area of Detail DETAIL A SCALE 1 3 ITEM NO DESCRPTION QTY 1 1 2 X 38 Pressure Hose 1 2 3 4 x 56 Return Hose 1 3 Worm Gear Clamp 3 STEP 7 Attach the latch 3 to the bottom side of the beam as shown in the diagram using the two 1 2 x 1 1 4 Grade 5 hex cap bolts 4 the two 1 2 lock washers 1 and the two 1 2 hex nuts 2 Lower the beam onto the tongue Position the latch ...

Page 12: ...ck Breather Cap 1 17 S390601A0 Filter Element 1 O L Obtain locally Common fasteners available through hardware and farm stores TANK ENGINE ASSEMBLY BREAKDOWN PUMP ENGINE ASSEMBLY BREAKDOWN ITEM NO PART NO DESCRIPTION QTY 1 O L 5 16 18 UNC Nylock Nut 4 2 O L 5 16 Regular Lock WAsher 4 3 O L 5 16 x 1 1 4 GR5 Hex Bolt 4 4 O L 5 16 x 1 UNF GR5 Hex Bolt 4 5 S39054500 Briggs Stratton 1450 Engine 1 6 S40...

Page 13: ...N O L Obtain locally Common fasteners available through hardware and farm stores ITEM NO PART NO DESCRIPTION QTY 1 O L M10 x 1 5 Nylock Nut 2 2 O L M10 x 1 5 x 100mm GR5 Hex Bolt 1 3 O L M10 x 1 5 x 120mm GR5 Hex Bolt 1 4 O L M10 Flat Washer 5 5 S401273A0 Tongue 1 6 S40034600 Hitch Ball Assembly 1 7 S400323A0 Chain 2 8 S40127400 Ground Stand Assembly 1 9 S9114 1 Retaining Ring 1 10 S9132 1 Spacer ...

Page 14: ...re damage For temperatures below 40 degrees F use an SAE 10W 30 or SAE 5W 30 oil Oil capacity is about 1 16 quart 1 1 liter STEP 2 Page 12 STARTING INSTRUCTIONS Refer to the Briggs Stratton Owner s manual for complete information on starting maintenance and specifications 1450 Briggs Stratton Engine a Move the throttle lever to FAST Always operate the engine with throttle lever in the FAST positio...

Page 15: ...atton service center See also Fire Prevention on page 5 of this manual IMPORTANT TO EXTEND THE LIFE OF THE HYDRAULIC CYLINDER AVOID BOTTOMING OUT WEDGE PLATE TO THE FOOT PIECE TO CONFORM WITH INDUSTRY SAFETY RECOMMENDATIONS THE WEDGE STOPS 1 5 INCHES FROM THE END OF THE STROKE TOWING This log splitter is equipped with pneumatic tires a Class I coupler 2 in diameter ball required and safety chains ...

Page 16: ...o change the product and or specifications in this manual without notification The manual is for information usage only and the pictures and drawings depicted herein are for reference only Page 14 Warranty Repair and Service Do not return this product to the store for warranty issues or repair Call 1 800 525 8322 for the location of the nearest service center Record the information below for futur...

Page 17: ...h 26 in Cycle Time 12 Seconds Wheels 4 80 x 8 in Wedge 7 in High with Spreader Wings Beam Size 6 in x 9 in with Built In Log Cradle Hydraulic Capacity 6 5 Gallons Maximum Filter Spin On Replaceable Filter Height 72 in in Vertical Position 42 in in Horizontal Position Length 78 in Width 49 in Shipping Weight 590 lbs Tonnage and cycle times may vary dependent upon mechanical and environmental condit...

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