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North Star M1108D Assembly Instructions, Closely inspect all log splitter components, Fitting

Models: M1108D

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Assembly Instructions

Closely inspect all log splitter components.

If you have missing components, contact Customer Service at 1-800-270-0810.

If you have damaged components, contact the Freight Company that delivered the unit and file a claim.

CAUTION! Heavy lifting required. Some of the components in these assembly instructions are heavy and cannot be lifted by one person safely. Please plan on assembling this product when another person can be available to help out.

Tools needed: Adjustable wrench, 9/16” Wrench, Torque Wrench, Soft Faced Mallet, Flat Blade Screw Driver

Beam

Return

Line

Vertical

Beam LockHorizontal

Beam Lock

Swivel

Fitting

		Handle
Towbar		Handle

Outrigger Leg

Dust Cap

Engine

Idle Control

Hydraulic Hose

Axle

Wheel

Wheel Washer

Axle Nut

Cotter Pin

Outrigger Leg

Suction Hose

Return

Line Fitting

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North Star M1108D owner manual Assembly Instructions, Closely inspect all log splitter components, Fitting, Handle, Towbar

Contents

READ and UNDERSTAND this manual completely before using log splitter Instructions for Assembly, Testing, Operation, Servicing StorageAny Questions, Comments, Problems or Parts Orders M1108DHazard Signal Word Definitions Table of Contents this equipment to others About Your Log SplitterAttention All Rental Companies and Private Owners who loan Warranty RegistrationSafety Label Locations order new labels or unsafe operation could resultHORIZONTAL Safety Label LocationsSPLIT CONTROL LEVER OPERATION VERTICALDescription Machine Component IdentificationDescription Step Three Add Hydraulic Oil to Reservoir Initial Set-UpStep One Inspect Log Splitter Components Step Two Add Oil to Engine Closely inspect all log splitter componentsBEAM WEDGE Initial Set-UpStep Four Lubricate Keepers KEEPEROptional 4-Way Wedge Wings IMPORTANT Make sure log splitter engine is off Moving and Towing to the Job SiteMoving the log splitter 1. Place in Horizontal position 2. Engine offAttach safety chains 4. Attach safety chainsReview towing safety instructions in your vehicle manual Moving and Towing to the Job Site7. Lock front outrigger leg down & unhitch Important safety instructionsMoving and Towing to the Job Site Tow log splitter carefully to desired work site2. Remove debris 3. Fuel tank / lines 4. Mechanical parts Before Each Use-Inspection / MaintenanceStep One Inspect and maintain log splitter before each use Remove debris from engine, muffler, and moving parts5. Hydraulic system Check the hydraulic system carefully Before Each Use-Inspection / Maintenancefollow spark arrestor manufacturer’s service instructions before removing hydraulic oil dipstickReplace all guards and shields after servicing the log splitter Before Each Use-Inspection / Maintenance9. Tires 10. Shields / guards Clean up fuel spills /splashes immediately Before Each Use - FuelingImportant Safety Instructions Step Two FuelingTake the following precautions against fire Before Each Use - Work Site Selection & Set-Up2. Fire precautions Step Three Work site selection and log splitter set-upLock both the outrigger legs in the “DOWN” position Before Each Use - Work Site Selection & Set-Up4. Lock both outrigger legs DOWN 5. Block wheels 6. Apply grease Block the wheels to prevent unintended movement of the log splitterSplitting Operation General safety information3. Set to Wear the following protective clothing and safety gearSplitting Operation horizontalb Set to 3 Lock in vertical position using catch pin through the vertical lockSplitting Operation Vertical5. Load log Important safety instructionsSplitting Operation Correct Log OrientationSplitting Operation Important safety instructionsRelease Split Control Lever to stop wedge movement when log is split 6. Extend wedgeMove Split Control Lever away from end plate to return wedge Splitting Operation9. Return wedge SPLIT CONTROL LEVER OPERATION1. Retract wedge 2. Cool 3. Wipe with oily rag 4. Engine manual StorageWARNING A hot engine can be a fire hazard 5. Splitter storage location 6. Gasoline storageEngine Periodic Maintenancemaintenance As specified in engine9. Check hydraulic oil level and fill if necessary Periodic Maintenance8. Extend and retract wedge 5 five times to purge air from the system Important Safety Instructions TroubleshootingAny Questions, Comments, Problems or Parts Orders Specifications Parts Breakdown - Exploded View 1108, 1109, 1114 - Rev D Parts Breakdown - Exploded View 1108, 1109, 1114 - Rev D General safety while Moving Summary of Important Safety Information for OperationSafety in Moving and Towing the Log Splitter Safety During TowingSafety During Inspection/Maintenance Summary of Important Safety Information for OperationSafety - Before Use Read/instruct Personal protective equipmentSafety in Work Site Selection Summary of Important Safety Information for OperationSafety During Fueling Safety in Loading, Operating, and Unloading Summary of Important Safety Information for OperationSafety - During Use General Safety During Use Loading/UnloadingSummary of Important Safety Information for Operation Safety - After useBeam Return Line Vertical Beam LockHorizontal Beam Lock Swivel Assembly InstructionsClosely inspect all log splitter components FittingAssembly Instructions Step StepAssembly Instructions StepStep Assembly InstructionsStep StepStep Step 9aAssembly Instructions StepAssembly Instructions Step 9bStep 11a StepStep Step 11bAssembly Instructions StepStep Assembly InstructionsStep Step

Assembly Instructions

Beam

Fitting

Handle

Towbar

Outrigger Leg

Engine

Hydraulic Hose

Axle

Outrigger Leg