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North Star M1108D Moving and Towing to the Job Site, Lock front outrigger leg down & unhitch

Models: M1108D

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7.Lock front outrigger leg down & unhitch

Moving and Towing to the Job Site

Attach coupler to class 2 or higher hitch with 2” ball. Latch Securely.

Hook both safety chains to the towing

vehicle

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Lock front outrigger leg in the

up positionLock rear outrigger leg in the up position

6.Tow to desired location

7.Lock front outrigger leg down & unhitch

Tow log splitter carefully to desired work site.

(See Before Each Use section on selecting an appropriate work site)

Important safety instructions:

•Added length. Be aware of the added length of the splitter.

•Speed limit. Never tow this log splitter over 45 mph. Faster speeds may result in loss of control.

•Rough terrain. Drive slowly and take extra caution when traveling over rough terrain.

•On public roads. If towing on a public road, make sure to comply with all local, state, and federal towing requirements. It is the sole responsibility of the purchaser to obtain licensing, trailer lights, safety chains or signage, as needed to comply.

•Unattended. Turn off the towing vehicle before leaving the splitter unattended.

•Under the influence. Never tow or operate this splitter while under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or medication.

Lock front outrigger leg in the DOWN position and disconnect from vehicle.

NEVER operate log splitter while it is attached to the vehicle.

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North Star M1108D owner manual Moving and Towing to the Job Site, Lock front outrigger leg down & unhitch

Contents

Any Questions, Comments, Problems or Parts Orders Instructions for Assembly, Testing, Operation, Servicing StorageREAD and UNDERSTAND this manual completely before using log splitter M1108DHazard Signal Word Definitions Table of Contents Attention All Rental Companies and Private Owners who loan About Your Log Splitterthis equipment to others Warranty Registrationorder new labels or unsafe operation could result Safety Label LocationsSPLIT CONTROL LEVER OPERATION Safety Label LocationsHORIZONTAL VERTICALDescription Machine Component IdentificationDescription Step One Inspect Log Splitter Components Step Two Add Oil to Engine Initial Set-UpStep Three Add Hydraulic Oil to Reservoir Closely inspect all log splitter componentsStep Four Lubricate Keepers Initial Set-UpBEAM WEDGE KEEPEROptional 4-Way Wedge Wings Moving the log splitter Moving and Towing to the Job SiteIMPORTANT Make sure log splitter engine is off 1. Place in Horizontal position 2. Engine offReview towing safety instructions in your vehicle manual 4. Attach safety chainsAttach safety chains Moving and Towing to the Job SiteMoving and Towing to the Job Site Important safety instructions7. Lock front outrigger leg down & unhitch Tow log splitter carefully to desired work siteStep One Inspect and maintain log splitter before each use Before Each Use-Inspection / Maintenance2. Remove debris 3. Fuel tank / lines 4. Mechanical parts Remove debris from engine, muffler, and moving partsfollow spark arrestor manufacturer’s service instructions Before Each Use-Inspection / Maintenance5. Hydraulic system Check the hydraulic system carefully before removing hydraulic oil dipstick9. Tires 10. Shields / guards Before Each Use-Inspection / MaintenanceReplace all guards and shields after servicing the log splitter Important Safety Instructions Before Each Use - FuelingClean up fuel spills /splashes immediately Step Two Fueling2. Fire precautions Before Each Use - Work Site Selection & Set-UpTake the following precautions against fire Step Three Work site selection and log splitter set-up4. Lock both outrigger legs DOWN 5. Block wheels 6. Apply grease Before Each Use - Work Site Selection & Set-UpLock both the outrigger legs in the “DOWN” position Block the wheels to prevent unintended movement of the log splitterGeneral safety information Splitting OperationSplitting Operation Wear the following protective clothing and safety gear3. Set to horizontalSplitting Operation 3 Lock in vertical position using catch pin through the vertical lockb Set to VerticalSplitting Operation Important safety instructions5. Load log Correct Log OrientationRelease Split Control Lever to stop wedge movement when log is split Important safety instructionsSplitting Operation 6. Extend wedge9. Return wedge Splitting OperationMove Split Control Lever away from end plate to return wedge SPLIT CONTROL LEVER OPERATIONWARNING A hot engine can be a fire hazard Storage1. Retract wedge 2. Cool 3. Wipe with oily rag 4. Engine manual 5. Splitter storage location 6. Gasoline storagemaintenance Periodic MaintenanceEngine As specified in engine8. Extend and retract wedge 5 five times to purge air from the system Periodic Maintenance9. Check hydraulic oil level and fill if necessary Any Questions, Comments, Problems or Parts Orders TroubleshootingImportant Safety Instructions Specifications Parts Breakdown - Exploded View 1108, 1109, 1114 - Rev D Parts Breakdown - Exploded View 1108, 1109, 1114 - Rev D Safety in Moving and Towing the Log Splitter Summary of Important Safety Information for OperationGeneral safety while Moving Safety During TowingSafety - Before Use Read/instruct Summary of Important Safety Information for OperationSafety During Inspection/Maintenance Personal protective equipmentSafety During Fueling Summary of Important Safety Information for OperationSafety in Work Site Selection Safety - During Use General Safety During Use Summary of Important Safety Information for OperationSafety in Loading, Operating, and Unloading Loading/UnloadingSafety - After use Summary of Important Safety Information for OperationClosely inspect all log splitter components Assembly InstructionsBeam Return Line Vertical Beam LockHorizontal Beam Lock Swivel FittingAssembly Instructions Assembly Instructions StepStep StepStep Assembly InstructionsStep StepAssembly Instructions Step 9aStep StepStep 11a Step 9bAssembly Instructions StepAssembly Instructions Step 11bStep StepStep Assembly InstructionsStep Step