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North Star M1108D owner manual Assembly Instructions, Step, and 1114 models only

Models: M1108D

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Assembly Instructions

Step 9b
Engine mounting pattern shown for
reference
	1114	1108 and
		1108 and
		1109
		Fig 02439
Step 10		Fig 02424
Step 10

	Slightly loosen Hose Clamp on	Pump Fitting
	loose end of Suction Hose	Pump Fitting
	loose end of Suction Hose
	Slide Suction Hose onto the bottom
	fitting of the pump
	Secure the Suction Hose with the
	Hose Clamp	Hose Clamp
		Hose Clamp
		Suction Hose

Step 11a	Idle Control
	Mount Plate

(1109 and 1114 models only)

Attach Idle Control Plate to Idle Control Mount plate on the Beam using (2) Idle Control Bolts and (2) Idle Control nuts (already in place)

Idle Control

Plate

Bolt

Fig 02425

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North Star M1108D owner manual Assembly Instructions, Step, and 1114 models only

Contents

M1108D Instructions for Assembly, Testing, Operation, Servicing StorageAny Questions, Comments, Problems or Parts Orders READ and UNDERSTAND this manual completely before using log splitterHazard Signal Word Definitions Table of Contents Warranty Registration About Your Log SplitterAttention All Rental Companies and Private Owners who loan this equipment to othersorder new labels or unsafe operation could result Safety Label LocationsVERTICAL Safety Label LocationsSPLIT CONTROL LEVER OPERATION HORIZONTALDescription Machine Component IdentificationDescription Closely inspect all log splitter components Initial Set-UpStep One Inspect Log Splitter Components Step Two Add Oil to Engine Step Three Add Hydraulic Oil to ReservoirKEEPER Initial Set-UpStep Four Lubricate Keepers BEAM WEDGEOptional 4-Way Wedge Wings 1. Place in Horizontal position 2. Engine off Moving and Towing to the Job SiteMoving the log splitter IMPORTANT Make sure log splitter engine is offMoving and Towing to the Job Site 4. Attach safety chainsReview towing safety instructions in your vehicle manual Attach safety chainsTow log splitter carefully to desired work site Important safety instructionsMoving and Towing to the Job Site 7. Lock front outrigger leg down & unhitchRemove debris from engine, muffler, and moving parts Before Each Use-Inspection / MaintenanceStep One Inspect and maintain log splitter before each use 2. Remove debris 3. Fuel tank / lines 4. Mechanical partsbefore removing hydraulic oil dipstick Before Each Use-Inspection / Maintenancefollow spark arrestor manufacturer’s service instructions 5. Hydraulic system Check the hydraulic system carefully9. Tires 10. Shields / guards Before Each Use-Inspection / MaintenanceReplace all guards and shields after servicing the log splitter Step Two Fueling Before Each Use - FuelingImportant Safety Instructions Clean up fuel spills /splashes immediatelyStep Three Work site selection and log splitter set-up Before Each Use - Work Site Selection & Set-Up2. Fire precautions Take the following precautions against fireBlock the wheels to prevent unintended movement of the log splitter Before Each Use - Work Site Selection & Set-Up4. Lock both outrigger legs DOWN 5. Block wheels 6. Apply grease Lock both the outrigger legs in the “DOWN” positionGeneral safety information Splitting Operationhorizontal Wear the following protective clothing and safety gearSplitting Operation 3. Set toVertical 3 Lock in vertical position using catch pin through the vertical lockSplitting Operation b Set toCorrect Log Orientation Important safety instructionsSplitting Operation 5. Load log6. Extend wedge Important safety instructionsRelease Split Control Lever to stop wedge movement when log is split Splitting OperationSPLIT CONTROL LEVER OPERATION Splitting Operation9. Return wedge Move Split Control Lever away from end plate to return wedge5. Splitter storage location 6. Gasoline storage StorageWARNING A hot engine can be a fire hazard 1. Retract wedge 2. Cool 3. Wipe with oily rag 4. Engine manualAs specified in engine Periodic Maintenancemaintenance 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 During Towing Summary of Important Safety Information for OperationSafety in Moving and Towing the Log Splitter General safety while MovingPersonal protective equipment Summary of Important Safety Information for OperationSafety - Before Use Read/instruct Safety During Inspection/MaintenanceSafety During Fueling Summary of Important Safety Information for OperationSafety in Work Site Selection Loading/Unloading Summary of Important Safety Information for OperationSafety - During Use General Safety During Use Safety in Loading, Operating, and UnloadingSafety - After use Summary of Important Safety Information for OperationFitting Assembly InstructionsClosely inspect all log splitter components Beam Return Line Vertical Beam LockHorizontal Beam Lock SwivelAssembly Instructions Step StepAssembly Instructions StepStep Assembly InstructionsStep StepStep Step 9aAssembly Instructions StepStep Step 9bStep 11a Assembly InstructionsStep Step 11bAssembly Instructions StepStep Assembly InstructionsStep Step