SPLITTING LOGS,
MOvING AND TOwING LOG SPLITTER
Splitting Operation continued....
3) A log can become stuck to the wedge if the wedge becomes embedded in the log and the log doesn't split and separate. This can happen if the
log is too stringy or tough to split completely. A stuck log will move back with the wedge on the initial attempt to retract the wedge. If this happens,
retract the wedge completely to allow the splitter to strip the log from the wedge. Keep hands clear of log and wedge while wedge is retracting.
4) Move split control lever (A) Fig.21 away from end plate to return wedge. Once the control valve is actuated in the return direction, the wedge is
designed to keep returning by itself completely and then stop automatically.
WARNING: Stay clear while the wedge is returning. It is still powerful enough on the return stroke to cause serious injury.
5) Remove split wood.
6) After use, turn off engine. If in the vertical position, return log splitter to the horizontal position for greater stability and to prepare for transportation.
Avoid contact with hot muffler.
MOvING ThE LOG SPLITTER
1) Make sure the log splitter is locked in the horizontal position with hitch pin before
moving. NEVER ATTEMPT to move log splitter when it is in vertical position.
2) Make sure the engine is off. Never move the log splitter with its engine running.
3) Turn engine fuel valve off to prevent carburetor flooding and reduce the chance of
fuel leakage.
4) Lock the front outrigger leg (A) Fig.23 in the "DOWN" position and the rear support
leg (B) in the "UP" position before you move the log splitter.
5) Move log splitter by hand either directly to chosen work site or to vehicle hitch for
towing.
Important safety instructions:
-Do not move the log splitter up or down hills by hand—use a towing vehicle.
-Never allow anyone to sit or ride on the log splitter.
-Never transport cargo or wood on the log splitter.
TOwING ThE LOG SPLITTER
1) Review towing safety instructions in your vehicle manual.
2) Check tires. Make sure tires are fully inflated and in good repair.
wARNING:
Do
not over-inflate tires. Do not exceed 30 PSI. Pressures higher than 30 PSI can
cause the tire and wheel to rupture and explode.
3) Attach the 2” ball coupler (Fig.24) to a class 2 or higher vehicle hitch with 2" ball
(only).
4) Adjust coupler to ball by raising locking lever (A) Fig.24 and turning lock nut (B)
with fingers.
5) Proper adjustment is obtained when coupler is as tight as possible on ball and lock-
ing lever can still be opened and closed.
6) Lower the locking lever to its closed position to secure the attachment.
7) Attach safety chains (C) Fig.25 to vehicle. The two safety chains must be used
while towing. Cross safety chains under the coupler allowing only enough slack
for vehicle turns.
8) Lock the front outrigger leg (A) Fig.25 in the "UP" position and the rear support leg
(B) in the "UP" position. (Both outrigger legs must remain in the up position during towing.)
Figure 23
Figure 24
Figure 25
