SECTION 5: ADJUSTING YOUR LOG SPLITTER
WARNING: Do not at any time make any adjustments without first stopping engine, disconnecting spark plug wire, and grounding it against the engine.
Wedge Assembly Adjustment
As normal wear occurs and there is excessive “play” between the wedge and beam, adjust the bolts on the side of the wedge assembly to eliminate excess space between the wedge and the beam. See Figure 10.
•Loosen the jam nuts on the two adjustment bolts on the side of the wedge. Turn the adjustment bolts in until snug and then back them off slowly until the wedge assembly will slide on the beam.
•Tighten the jam nuts securely against the side of the wedge to hold the adjustment bolts in this position.
Gib Adjustment
Periodically remove and replace the “gibs” (spacers) between the wedge assembly and the back plate. See Figure 10.
NOTE: The gibs may be rotated and/or turned over for even wear.
•Loosen the lock nuts under the each back plate and slide the gibs out.
•Turn or replace the gibs.
•Reassemble the back plate and secure with the lock washers and lock nuts.
•Readjust the bolts on the side of the wedge assembly.
Adjustment
Bolt
Gibs
Jam Nut
Lock Nut
Lock
Washer
Figure 10
SECTION 6: MAINTAINING YOUR LOG SPLITTER
WARNING: Before cleaning, lubricating, repairing, or inspecting, disengage the control lever and stop engine. Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground it against the engine to prevent unintended starting.
Conditions that will void Warranty
1.Failure to maintain proper fluid level in reservoir
2.Changing the relief valve setting or pressure adjustment of control valve without proper knowledge and instruction from the factory
WARNING: Higher pressure could cause the hoses to burst, cylinder to rupture, and intense fluid to be released, which could result in serious personal injury.
3.Disassembling the pump
4.Use of incorrect hydraulic fluid
5.Allowing the flexible pump coupler to deteriorate without proper and regular inspection
6.Lack of lubrication or improper lubrication of the beam or unit
7.Improper adjustment of splitting wedge
8.Excessive heating of the hydraulic system
9.Attempting to start unit in temperatures under 20°F without
10.Unattended leaks in hydraulic system
Hydraulic Fluid
•Check the hydraulic fluid level in the log splitter reservoir tank before each use.
•Maintain fluid level within the range specified on the dipstick at all times.
•Change the hydraulic fluid in the reservoir every 100 hours of operation.
•Disconnect the suction hose from the bottom of the reservoir tank and drain the fluid into a suitable container. Refill using only Dexron III automatic transmission fluid or 10W AW hydraulic fluid.
NOTE: Please dispose of used hydraulic fluid and engine oil at approved recycling centers only.
•Since contaminants in fluid may damage the hydraulic components, you will have to drain the fluid and flush the reservoir tank and hoses with kerosene whenever any repair work is performed
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