Harbor Freight Tools 56072 manual Log Splitter Assembly

be cleaned even if they are new or appear clean. Allow all pieces to dry completely.

3.Place fresh, clean bearing grease in the packer (not included).

4.With the grease-filled bearing packer in one hand and the Bearing (52) in the other, press the Bearing­ into the grease, forcing the grease inside the slots in the bearing, continue doing this until every slot in the Bearing is completely full of grease.

5.Do not get any dirt or debris on any part of the assembly. Secure with Bearing Seal (51)

6.With each Tire in place, add a Wash- er (55) and a Castle Nut (54) onto the ends of the Axles. Tighten the Castle Nuts to 20-25 ft. pounds, and rotate each tire several turns to seat

the bearing. Back off the Castle Nut one half turn. Insert a Cotter Pin (53) through both the Axle and the Castle Nut and bend the end of the Pin back to hold it in place.

Log Splitter Assembly

Please Note: This item is extremely difficult to assemble without heavy equipment to lift and secure parts in place on the item. The base and main beam junction of the product require the alignment of holes with the four bolts and nuts used to secure the two pieces together during operation of the item. Do not assemble without assistance. If you do not feel entirely confident about your ability to assemble the Log Splitter correctly, contact a qualified service professional to assemble the Log Splitter.

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