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North Star M1108D owner manual Assembly Instructions, Step

Models: M1108D

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Assembly Instructions

Step 7

Fasten Horizontal Beam Lock to

Handle

Bolt

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Beam using (2) Beam Bolts and (2) Beam nuts

Tighten Bolts to 37 lb-ft with a wrench

Fasten Handle to Beam as shown using (2) Beam Bolts and (2) Beam nuts

Tighten Bolts to 37 lb-ft

Bolt	Horizontal
	beam lock

Step 8

Lower Beam to horizontal position as described in the SPLITTING OPERATION section of the manual Fasten Vertical Beam Lock to Beam using (2) Beam Bolts and (2) Beam nuts

Tighten Bolts to 37 lb-ft

Step 9a

Mount Engine to Axle/Tank using

(4)Engine Bolts and (4) Engine nuts

Tighten Bolts to 24 lb-ft

(Beam not shown for clarity)

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Bolt

Vertical beam lock

Engine

Bolt

Axle/Tank

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North Star M1108D owner manual Assembly Instructions, Step

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 VERTICALMachine Component Identification DescriptionDescription 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 dipstickBefore Each Use-Inspection / Maintenance 9. Tires 10. Shields / guardsReplace all guards and shields after servicing the log splitter 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 enginePeriodic Maintenance 8. Extend and retract wedge 5 five times to purge air from the system9. Check hydraulic oil level and fill if necessary Troubleshooting Any Questions, Comments, Problems or Parts OrdersImportant Safety Instructions 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 equipmentSummary of Important Safety Information for Operation Safety During FuelingSafety in Work Site Selection 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