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OPERATION • MAINTENANCE • Y.E_=.R!ICAL L-GG-SBLITTER Model 585 IMPORTANT! Record the exact Model No. and Serial No. which appear on the frame of your unit in the space below. You must have these numbers, along with the date of purchase, in order to...
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR LOG SPLITTER USERS NEVER: ALWAYS: Use fluid below 0° F., or above 150 ° F. Use clean fluid and check fluid level regularly Use Dexron II Automatic Transmission Fluid or Use a solid engine/pump coupling Force pump when mounting 10W non-foaming hydraulic fluid.
,ILMPORTAN FORSAFEOPERATION SAFETY ANDIORPROPERTY OF YOURSELF A ND OTHERS. R EADAND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS I N THIS MANUAL BEFORE THIS SYMBOL POINTS OUTIMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WHICH,IF NOTFOLLOWED, COULD ENDANGER THE PERSONAL A ATTEMPTING T O OPERATE Y OURLOGSPLII-I'ER. F AILURE TO COMPLY WITHTHESE INSTRUCTIONS MAYRESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY.
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2. Know howto stop theunitanddisengage thecontrols. 3. Replace a ll damaged orwornparts suchashydraulic h oses and fittingsimmediately with manufacturer approved replacement 3. Neverplacehands or feet between log andsplitting wedge or parts. between logandendplateduring forward or reverse stroke. To do somay resultin crushed or amputated f ingers or toes,or 4.
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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS Tools Required for Assembly IMPORTANT: This unit has been shipped without (1) Crowbar or Large Screwdriver gasoline or oil in the engine. Be certain to service (1) Soft Hammer or Mallet engine with gasoline and oil before operating your (2) 9/16"...
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Place one flat washer just removed on each axle. Reservoir Tongue Tank Secure with hex slotted nut. Tighten slotted nut until snug, then back off approximately 1/3 turn or until one of the slots on the slotted nut lines up with the hole in the axle.
Hex Lock INSTALLING THEHITCH He)( Flat 1. Using two 9/16" wrenches, remove the hardware which is assembled through the sides of the hitch. Do not remove the flat washer, chain and spacer from under the head of one hex bolt. Lock Place the hitch in position on the end of the Washer...
ATTACHING THE HOSES Suction Hose 1. The suction hose is attached to the reservoir tank, beneath the engine mounting bracket. See figure 9. Loosen the hose clamp on the free end of the hose using a screwdriver. Remove the protective cap from the fitting on the bottom of the pump (some oil may flow from pump).
--r II ATTACHING THE FENDERS 1. Using two 112" wrenches, remove the hex nuts, lock washers, flat washers and hex bolts from the fender supports. 2. Place the fenders in position against the fender supports. Insert hex bolts through holes in support Support ..
BEFORE STARTING engine, keep away from muffler and other Before each use, check the following: WARNING: When restarting warm heated surfaces on the engine. 1. Place log splitter on a dry, firm, level surface. Block the wheels. For vertical operation, pull the 4.
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7. Only one adult should stabilize the log and operate the control handle so the operator has full control over stabilizing the log and moving the splitting wedge. 8. Operating positions: Vertical: Stand in front of the log splitter. Operate the control handle with your right hand and Control stabilize the log, if necessary, with your left hand.
CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: Always stop the engine and the engine while the engine is running WARNING: If any adjustments are made to disconnect the spark plug wire before (e.g. carburetor), keep clear of all moving parts. Be careful of heated surfaces and performing any adjustments.
2. Using a 112 inch wrench, remove three nuts and BEAM AND SPLITTING WEDGE lock washers which secure the pump to the Lubricate both sides of the beam where it contacts the coupling shield. Two nuts are at the bottom splitting wedge with engine oil before each use to corners and one is in the top center.
recommended pressure).Maximumtire pressure underanycircumstances i s 30 p.s.i.Equal t ire pres- sureshouldbemaintained o nalltires. Wheninstalling a tiretotherim,becertain rimis clean free of rust. Lubricate both the tire and rim gener- ously. Never inflate to over 30 p.s.i, to seat beads. p.s.i.) when seating beads may cause tire/ WARNING: Excessive pressure...
HOW YOUR LOG SPLITTER OPERATES Cylinder Cylinder Directional Valve Relief Valve Pilot Breather Pressure Line Pump Low Volume High Volume Reservoir High Pressure Low Pressure Gear Section Gear Section THE PUMP shaft will slow but will continue forward. If the pressure reaches a preset maximum (called relief valve pres- A two-stage log splitter pump has one large and one sure) the relief valve, located within the directional...
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HYDRAULIC TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE Problem Probable Cause{s) Corrective Action A Brokendriveshaft A Return pumpfor authorizedrepair Cylinder rod will not B Looseshaftcoupling move B Correct engine/pumpalignment as necessary C Gear sectionsdamaged C Return pumpfor authorizedrepair D Damaged reliefvalve D Return directional v alvefor authorizedrepair E Hydrauliclinesblocked E Flushand clean hydraulic system F Add oilto reservoir...
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