10.Align the holes in the tongue with the holes in the tank bracket and secure with the hardware just removed. See Figure 3-2.

NOTE: The high pressure hose, which runs from the gear pump to the bottom of the control valve, must be above the tongue assembly.

11.The log splitter is shipped with the beam in a vertical position. Remove any bolts or straps securing the end plate to the bottom of the crate.

12.Pull out the vertical beam lock, rotate it back, and pivot the beam to the horizontal position until it locks being sure to avoid any possible pinch points. See Figure 3-3.

Vertical Beam Lock

Figure 3-3

WARNING! Take extra care when raising and lowering the beam as it is fairly heavy. Having a second person assist with raising or lowering the beam is recommended. Be sure to keep hands away from any possible pinch points.

13.Remove the wood between the wedge and the end plate by cutting the cable tie that secures it. Cut the strap near the hose on the front of the cylinder that secures it to the beam weld bracket. Be careful not to damage the hose.

14.Disconnect the dislodger from the beam weld bracket by removing the six hex screws. See Figure 3-4.

Hex Screws

Dislodger Hex Screws

Figure 3-4

15.Disconnect the log tray from the beam on the side of the control valve by removing the two hex washer screws that secure it to the beam and the two hex washer screws in the beam. See Figure 3-5.

Beam

Hex Washer

Screw

Log Tray

Figure 3-5

8Section 2— Assembly & Set-Up