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Generac Power Systems G10 Operator's Manual

Generac Power Systems G10 Operator's Manual

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OPERATOR'S MANUAL
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GENERAC
Serial No.
Order No.
Read and understand this manual and all instructions before operating the KINETIC LOG SPLITTER.
G10 KINETIC LOG SPLITTER
Original Language
Generac Power Systems
Toll-free phone: 1-888-545-6576

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  • Page 1 OPERATOR’S MANUAL ® GENERAC G10 KINETIC LOG SPLITTER Serial No. Generac Power Systems Original Language Order No. Toll-free phone: 1-888-545-6576 Read and understand this manual and all instructions before operating the KINETIC LOG SPLITTER.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Additional Information and Potential Changes Generac Power Systems reserves the right to discontinue, change, and improve its products at any time without notice or obligation to the purchaser. The descriptions and specifications contained in this manual were in effect at printing. Equipment described within this manual may be optional.

  • Page 3: Chapter 1: General Safety Rules

    Chapter 1: General Safety Rules Read this Safety & Operating Instructions manual before you use the KINETIC LOG SPLITTER. Become familiar with the operation and service recommendations to ensure the best performance from your machine. If you have any questions or need assistance, please contact us at 1-888-545-6576 and one of our Technical Support Representatives will be happy to help you.
  • Page 4 Keep children and pets at least 50 feet from the working area and ensure they are under the watchful care of a responsible adult.  Be alert and turn the machine off if children or pets enter the work area.  Never allow children to operate the Log Splitter. ® GENERAC G10 KINETIC LOG SPLITTER...
  • Page 5  Never open the switch box or motor cover. Never attempt any electrical repairs yourself. If in doubt, consult a qualified electrician, or contact Generac Power Systems for toll-free support at: 1-888-545-6576 for help or information.  Never use an extension cord that is not rated for outdoor use.
  • Page 6 No list of warnings and cautions can be all-inclusive. If situations occur that are not covered by this manual, the operator must apply common sense and operate this KINETIC LOG SPLITTER in a safe manner. Contact us at 1-888-545-6576 for assistance. ® GENERAC G10 KINETIC LOG SPLITTER...

  • Page 7: Chapter 2: Setting Up The Kinetic Log Splitter

    Chapter 2: Setting Up The KINETIC LOG SPLITTER It may be helpful to familiarize yourself with the controls and features of your KINETIC LOG SPLITTER as shown in Figure 1 before beginning these procedures. If you have any questions at all, please feel free to contact us at 1-888-545-6576. KINETIC LOG SPLITTER Controls and Features Circuit ON/ OFF...

  • Page 8: Specifications

    2. Remove the Frame Stand and rotate it 180 degrees. Reinstall it with the handle on the outside using the Nuts and Lock Washers removed in step 1 (Figure 3). Frame Frame Stand Frame Nut and Handle Stand Lock Washer ( 1 per side) Figure 3 Figure 2 ® GENERAC G10 KINETIC LOG SPLITTER...

  • Page 9: Chapter 3: Operating The Kinetic Log Splitter

    Chapter 3: Operating The KINETIC LOG SPLITTER It may be helpful to better familiarize yourself with the features of your Log Splitter by reviewing Figure 1 in Chapter 2 before beginning the steps outlined in this chapter.  Read and understand all instructions, safety precautions, and/or warnings listed in “Chapter 1 General Safety Rules”...
  • Page 10  Make sure both ends of the log you are splitting are cut as square as possible (Figure 8). This will prevent the log from sliding out of position while under pressure. Figure 8 ® GENERAC G10 KINETIC LOG SPLITTER...
  • Page 11 Wood THE KINETIC LOG SPLITTER OPERATES DIFFERENTLY THAN A Against HYDRAULIC SPLITTER. NOT OPERATING THE MACHINE PROPERLY WILL Wedge RESULT IN DAMAGE TO THE MACHINE. ALWAYS FOLLOW THESE NOTICES:  Do not be timid. A rapid movement of the Engagement Handle is necessary for the Rack and Pinion to engage and disengage fully without damage.

  • Page 12: Chapter 4: Maintaining The Kinetic Log Splitter

    Rail or Ram and applying a rust preventative (Fluid Film or equivalent) to any bare metal areas on the top of the Rail (Figure 11). This will assure the smoothest return action of the Ram. Figure 11 ® GENERAC G10 KINETIC LOG SPLITTER...
  • Page 13 Belt Greasing the Rack Guard Note: It is important to grease the Rack every 5 hours for proper operation. Tools and Supplies needed: Guard  Screws General Purpose Grease  Center Clean Rags Guard Guard  Phillips Screwdriver Screws 1. Use a Phillips Screwdriver to remove the 11 Guard Screws, Washers and Lock Washers that secure the Center Guard (Figure 12).
  • Page 14 5. Tighten the Tension Nut against the Frame and follow the steps in the “Checking and Adjusting the Belt Tension” section to set the Belt tension. 6. Tighten the Motor Hardware. 7. Reinstall the Guards. ® GENERAC G10 KINETIC LOG SPLITTER...
  • Page 15 Adjusting the Steel Bushing Over Center Two Hand Operation 2mm Gap Handle Tools needed:  14mm Wrench  17 mm Wrench  Phillips Screwdriver 1. Remove the Center Guard, Flywheel Guard, and belt Guard (see “Greasing Engagement the Rack” in this Chapter). Handle Stopping Nut and...

  • Page 16: Chapter 5: Troubleshooting

    12 AWG wire or no more than 50 feet long, and is not smaller than 10 AWG wire.  If the Wedge will still not move or is slow to respond, call us at 1-888-545-6576 for assistance ® GENERAC G10 KINETIC LOG SPLITTER...
  • Page 17 Troubleshooting Table (Continued) Before performing any maintenance procedure or inspection, stop the electric motor, wait five minutes to allow all parts to cool. Disconnect the power cord from the source of Electricity. YMPTOM OSSIBLE AUSE  Wedge end of machine too high. Must be almost level with ram end or just slightly higher. Rack slamming back too fast.

  • Page 18: Chapter 6: Parts Lists And Schematic Diagrams

    Chapter 6: Parts Lists and Schematic Diagrams Parts List – Flywheel and Guard Assembly NOTE: Part numbers listed are available through Generac Power Systems. Ref# Part# Description 353971 Leg Assembly 361031 Nut, Finish, M8, ZP 337431 Washer, Lock, M8 353931...
  • Page 19 Schematic – Flywheel and Guard Assembly CONTACT US AT 1-888-545-6576...
  • Page 20 Parts List – Frame and Motor Assembly NOTE: Part numbers listed are available through Generac Power Systems. Ref# Part# Description Ref# Part# Description 364221 Bolt, HCS, M10 - 1.50 mm X 30 mm, CL 8.8, 302521 Washer, M12 354111 Ram Assembly...
  • Page 21 Schematic – Frame and Motor Assembly CONTACT US AT 1-888-545-6576...
  • Page 22 Notes: ® GENERAC G10 KINETIC LOG SPLITTER...
  • Page 23 KINETIC LOG SPLITTER is fit for ordinary purposes for which a product of this type is used. Generac Power Systems however, limits the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness in duration to a period of two (2) years in consumer use, ninety (90) days for any other use.
  • Page 24 7 5 M E I G S R O A D , P . O . B O X 2 5 , V E R G E N N E S , V E R M O N T 0 5 4 9 1 ©2016 Generac Power Systems, Inc. All rights reserved...