OPERATION
INSTRUCTIONS
TRANSPORTING
THE
LOG
SPLITTER
1. Lower the beam to its horizontal position. Make certain the beam is locked securely with the horizontal beam lock.
2. Pivot the flip-down stand up to transporting position.
1) Pull out the lock handle of the stand and rotate it up. The stand will be secured horizontally with the tongue
automatically. Please refer to FIGURE 5 on page
14.
2) Have a helper to support the tongue, or use a wheeled trailer jack to raise the tongue (optional accessory from the
Manufacturer).
Spring
Clip
Locking
Pin
Latch
Assembly
Hitch
Coupler
(FIGURE19)
Safety
Chain
3. Pull the latch on the hitch coupler up, position the coupler over onto to the tow ball behind your towing vehicle,
and then close the latch to lock the ball securely. See FIGURE 19
1) If the coupler hitch is too tight and does not fit onto the ball, turn the adjustment nut one turn counter-clockwise.
2) If the coupler hitch is too loose on the ball, turn the adjustment nut one turn clockwise, then recheck and adjust
accordingly.
4. Attach the safety chains to the towing vehicle crossing each other under the tow ball, ensuring there is enough slack
for
turning.
5. Insert the locking pin into the hole in the latch assembly
and lock with the sprig clip.
WARNING!
Do not tow faster than 70km/h and check the local, state and federal requirements before
towing on any public road.
NOTE:
Use caution when backing up. Using a spotter outside the vehicle is recommended.
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