Troy-Bilt LS338 manual Operating Tips, Raising and Lowering Beam, Transporting the Log Splitter

•To lock the beam in the vertical position, pull out on the vertical beam lock and rotate it to secure the beam. See Figure 13.

•Stand in front of the unit to operate the control handle and to stabilize the log. See Figure 14A.

Horizontal Position

•Pull the vertical beam lock out and rotate it down. See Figure 13. Pivot beam to the horizontal position. The beam will lock automatically in horizontal position.

•Stand behind the reservoir tank to operate control handle and to stabilize the log. See Figure 14B.

Operating Tips

Always:

1.Use clean fluid and check fluid level regularly.

2.Use Dexron III Automatic Transmission Fluid or 10W AW hydraulic fluid.

3.Use a filter (clean or replace regularly)

4.Use a breather cap on fluid reservoir.

5.Make sure pump is mounted and aligned properly.

6.Use a flexible “spider” type coupling between engine and pump drive shafts.

7.Keep hoses clear and unblocked.

8.Bleed air out of hoses before operating.

9.Flush and clean hydraulic system before restarting after servicing.

10.Use “pipe dope” on all hydraulic fittings.

11.Allow time for warm-up before splitting wood.

12.Prime the pump before initial start-up by turning over the engine with spark plug disconnected.

13.Split wood along the grain (lengthwise) only.

Never:

1.Use when fluid is below 20° F or above 150° F.

2.Use a solid engine /pump coupling.

3.Operate through relief valve for long.

4.Attempt to adjust unloading or relief valve settings without pressure gauges.

5.Operate with air in hydraulic system.

6.Use teflon tape on hydraulic fittings.

7.Attempt to cut wood across the grain.

Raising and Lowering Beam

•Use control handle to run wedge up and down beam 6 to 8 times to circulate the hydraulic fluid, which will warm and thin the fluid.

•Place log splitter on a firm, level surface.

•To raise the beam for vertical operation: Pull out the horizontal beam lock on the tongue.

•Pivot beam lock down to release the beam.

•Move the beam to the vertical position. Secure it with the beam lock on the reservoir tank assembly.

WARNING: Always use the log splitter in the vertical position when splitting heavy logs.

•To lower the beam: Pull out the vertical beam lock on the reservoir tank.

•Pivot beam lock down to release the beam. Carefully pull back on beam and lower it to the horizontal position. See Figure 13.

•Pull out the beam lock on the tongue, pivot it upwards and release it to hold the beam. Make certain it is latched securely.

Transporting the Log Splitter

IMPORTANT: Always turn the fuel valve to OFF position before transporting the log splitter.

•Lower the beam to its horizontal position. Make certain the beam is locked securely with the horizontal beam lock.

•Raise the adjustable jack stand by turning the crank handle clockwise.

•Attach hitch coupler to a class I or higher hitch with a 1-7/8” ball on the towing vehicle, making sure to latch securely.

a.If the coupler hitch does not fit on the ball, turn the adjustment nut one turn counter- clockwise.

b.If the coupler hitch is too loose on the ball, turn the adjustment nut one turn clockwise.

•Connect the safety chains to the towing vehicle.

WARNING: Do not tow faster than 45mph and check local, state, and federal requirements before towing on any public road.

NOTE: Use caution when backing up. It is recommended to use a spotter outside the vehicle.

•Plug in the tail lights as instructed in the tail light kit manual included with your log splitter.

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