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Brave MPCLS2013E.2 Owner's Manual

Outdoor hydraulic powered machine that splits wood logs.
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Instructions for Assembly, Testing, Operation,
Log Splitter: Outdoor hydraulic powered machine that
READ and UNDERSTAND this manual completely before using log splitter.
All operators of this equipment must read and completely understand all safety information, operating instructions,
maintenance and storage instructions. Failure to properly operate and maintain the log splitter could result in serious
injury to the operator or bystanders from moving parts that can crush or cut, flying objects, burns, fire or explosion,
escaping high pressure hydraulic fluid, or carbon monoxide poisoning. In particular, be aware of the following
hazards:
Moving parts can crush and cut hands and fingers. Keep hands clear of endplates, wedge, and logs while splitting.
High fluid pressures and temperatures are developed in hydraulic log splitters. Hydraulic fluid escaping through
even a pin-size hold opening can puncture skin and cause severe blood poisoning. Inspect hydraulic system
regularly for possible leaks. Never check for leaks with your hand while the system is pressurized. Seek medical
attention immediately if injured by escaping fluid.
If your log splitter is intended for use near any ignitable forest, brush, or grassy covered land, the engine exhaust
should be equipped with a spark arrestor.
Keep a fire extinguisher with you, rated for ordinary combustibles and flammable liquids.
ASSEMBLY REQUIRED: This product requires assembly before use. See "Assembly" section for instructions.
INSPECT COMPONENTS. Closely inspect upon receipt to make sure no components are missing or damaged. See
"Assembly" section for instructions on whom to contact to report missing or damaged parts.
ADD ENGINE OIL and HYDRAULIC OIL BEFORE USING: This product is shipped without engine oil or
hydraulic oil. DO NOT start log splitter before adding both oils. See "Assembly" and "Initial Unpacking & Set-
up" sections for detailed instructions.
Any Questions, Comments, Problems or Parts Orders
Servicing, & Storage
splits wood logs.
WARNING
Crush and Cut Hazards
High Pressure Hydraulic Fluid Hazards
Fire Hazards
STOP!
Call Brave Support 1-800-350-8739
MPCLS2013E.2
ITEM NUMBER: PCLS2013GC
SERIAL NUMBER:
1
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  • Page 1 ADD ENGINE OIL and HYDRAULIC OIL BEFORE USING: This product is shipped without engine oil or hydraulic oil. DO NOT start log splitter before adding both oils. See “Assembly” and “Initial Unpacking & Set- up” sections for detailed instructions. Any Questions, Comments, Problems or Parts Orders Call Brave Support 1-800-350-8739...
  • Page 2 Hazard Signal Word Definitions...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents About Your Log Splitter ......................... 4 Safety Label Locations ........................5 Machine Components Identification ....................6 Initial Set-up ........................... 7 Moving & Towing to the Job Site ....................9 Before Each Use: Step One: Inspection/Maintenance ..................12 Step Two: Fueling ........................

  • Page 4: About Your Log Splitter

    Follow all safety precautions presented throughout this manual. A summary of important safety information can be found at the end of the manual Contact Brave Support at 1-800-350-8739 for any questions about the appropriate use of this log splitter and/or optional accessories.

  • Page 5: Safety Label Locations

    Safety Label Location Part # Description 787753 Splitter Warning / Instructions Decal 780187 Moving/Towing Decal Always make sure safety labels are in place and in good condition. If a safety label is missing or not legible, order new labels or unsafe operation could result.

  • Page 6: Machine Components Identification

    Machine Components Identification 1.) Log Table. This large log table keeps the log from falling on the ground after splitting. The log table will keep the log on the beam without operator assistance. 2.) Beam/Cylinder. The hydraulic cylinder has a 4” bore and a 24” stroke, depending on model. 3.) Wedge.

  • Page 7: Initial Set-Up

    Initial Set-up WARNING Carefully read and follow all instructions for initial assembly and set-up of this log splitter. Failure to properly assemble and set up this equipment could result in serious injury to the user or bystanders, or cause equipment damage. Step One: Assemble your log splitter.
  • Page 8 Initial Set-up catastrophic failure in the near future. The life of hydraulic hoses may be from a few months to a few years, depending on use and storage patterns. WARNING: High fluid pressures and temperatures are developed in hydraulic log splitters. Hydraulic fluid escaping through a pin hole sized opening can burn or puncture skin, resulting in wounds that could cause blood poisoning, infection, disability, gangrene, amputation, or death.

  • Page 9: Moving & Towing To The Job Site

    Moving & Towing to Job Site WARNING The log splitter is heavy. It can crush and cause serious injury if it rolls out of control or tips over. Follow the instructions below for safely moving and towing the log splitter. Moving the log splitter: 1.
  • Page 10 Moving & Towing to Job Site Towing: 1. Read instructions Review towing safety instructions in your vehicle manual. 2. Check tires Make sure tires are fully inflated and in good repair. See tire sidewall for recommended tire pressure. WARNING: ● Do not over-inflate tires. Serious injury can occur if tire explodes. ●...
  • Page 11 Moving & Towing to Job Site 5. Attach safety Attach safety chains. chains 1. Two safety chains must be used while towing. 2. Cross safety chains under the coupler allowing only enough slack for vehicle turns. 6. Tow to desired Tow log splitter carefully to desired work site.

  • Page 12: Step One: Inspection/Maintenance

    Before Each Use – Inspection / Maintenance Step One: Inspect and maintain log splitter before each use. If the log splitter has been used previously, it must be inspected and maintained BEFORE EACH SUBSEQUENT USE. WARNING ALWAYS shut off the engine, disconnect the spark plug, and relieve system pressure before inspecting, cleaning, adjusting, or repairing the splitter.
  • Page 13 Before Each Use – Inspection / Maintenance Do NOT operate the log splitter if there is any indication of damage or oily residue. Small leaks in hydraulic lines can cause severe injuries and can also be an indication of catastrophic failure in the near future. The life of hydraulic hoses may be from a few months to a few years, depending on use and storage patterns.

  • Page 14: Before Each Use

    Before Each Use – Fueling Step Two: Fueling WARNING Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive. You can be burned or seriously injured when handling fuel. Use extreme care when handling gasoline. 1. Engine off / cool The engine must be off and allowed to cool at least two minutes before adding fuel.

  • Page 15: Step Three: Work Site Selection & Set-Up

    Before Each Use – Work Site Selection & Set-Up Step Three: Work site selection and log splitter set-up WARNING It is important to select an appropriate work site and properly set up the log splitter in order to minimize the risk of slips and falls, equipment rolling or tipping over, carbon monoxide poisoning, and accidental fires.

  • Page 16: Splitting Operation

    Splitting Operation WARNING Before starting the log splitter, review the following instructions and safety information for safe operation. Failure to follow these rules may result in serious injury to the operator or bystanders from moving parts that crush, cut, or entangle; from flying objects, burns, fire, falling or tripping; or from carbon monoxide poisoning.
  • Page 17 Splitting Operation 1. Put on protective Wear the following protective clothing and safety gear. clothing / gear 1) Eye protection. Always wear safety glasses or goggles when operating the machine. Pieces of log may fly out and serious eye injury can occur 2) Boots.
  • Page 18 Splitting Operation FIG02218 Correct Incorrect Log Orientation Log Orientation WARNING: ALWAYS keep hands and feet away from the wedge and partially split logs while loading, operating and unloading the log splitter. Important safety instructions:  Hold bark side. Hold the bark side of logs when loading or positioning, never the ends.
  • Page 19 Splitting Operation Important safety instructions:  Operator position. ALWAYS operate the log splitter from the manufacturer’s indicated OPERATOR POSITION. (See diagram above.) Other positions are unsafe because they can increase the risk of injury from crushing, cutting, flying objects, or burns. ...
  • Page 20 Debris on a hot engine can be a fire hazard. After the engine is off, clean debris and chaff from engine cylinder head, cylinder head fins, blower housing rotating screen, and muffler areas. WARNING: Avoid contact with hot muffler. Any Questions, Comments, Problems or Parts Orders Call Brave Support 1-800-350-8739...

  • Page 21: Storage

    Storage WARNING Gasoline vapors can ignite and cause a fire. Select a well-ventilated storage area away from sources of heat, flame, or sparks. Follow the instructions below for storing your log splitter between uses: 1. Retract cylinder Retract the wedge completely to the hitch end of the log splitter to keep the rod protected from corrosion.

  • Page 22: Periodic Maintenance

    Periodic Maintenance In addition to the maintenance performed with each use, periodic maintenance should also be performed according to the following schedule. WARNING ALWAYS shut off the engine, disconnect the spark plug, and relieve system pressure before cleaning, adjusting, or repairing the splitter. Relieve system pressure by moving Split Control Lever back and forth several times.

  • Page 23: Troubleshooting

    Return cylinder for authorized repair K - Internally damaged cylinder Return cylinder for authorized repair L – Drawing air through suction line Check and tighten hose clamps on suction hose Any Questions, Comments, Problems or Parts Orders Call Brave Support 1-800-350-8739...

  • Page 24: Specifications

    360 lb The manufacturer reserves the right to make improvements in design and/or changes in specifications at any time without incurring any obligation to install them on units previously sold Any Questions, Comments, Problems or Parts Orders Call Brave Support 1-800-350-8739...

  • Page 25: Parts Breakdown - Exploded View

    Parts Breakdown – Exploded View – Rev E.2...
  • Page 26 3/4” x 11” Suction Hose 124A Dust Cap 791611 20 ton decal 791692 Dual split decal 778844 Washer, Spindle 791695 Brave logo decal BR001098 Fitting - ¾ Male x ¾ Female 782689 Cable Lanyard 787352 ¾ NPT x ¾ Beaded HB...

  • Page 27: Summary Of Important Safety Information For Operation

    Summary of Important Safety Information for Operation WARNING Carefully read and make sure you understand the following safety information before using the log splitter. Improper use or maintenance of the log splitter can result in serious injury to the operator or bystanders from moving parts that can crush or cut, flying objects, escaping high pressure hydraulic fluid, or carbon monoxide poisoning.
  • Page 28 Summary of Important Safety Information for Operation Safety During Towing  Read instructions. Review towing safety instructions in your towing vehicle manual.  Securely attached. Be sure the log splitter is securely attached to the towing vehicle before towing.  Tires.
  • Page 29 Summary of Important Safety Information for Operation Therefore, the following instructions should be heeded at all times when inspecting or servicing the hydraulic components of the log splitter: o Do not remove the hydraulic oil fill cap when the engine is running. Hot oil can escape causing severe burns.
  • Page 30 Summary of Important Safety Information for Operation  Block wheels. Always block the wheels to prevent unintended movement of the log splitter.  Carbon monoxide. The running engine gives off carbon monoxide, a poisonous gas that can kill you. CANNOT smell it, see it, or taste it.
  • Page 31 Summary of Important Safety Information for Operation Loading/Unloading  Unsplit log pile. Do not pile logs to be split in a place that will make you reach across the log splitter in order to load them.  Hold bark side. Hold the bark side of logs when loading or positioning, never the ends. Never place your hands or any part of your body between a log and any part of the log splitter.

  • Page 32: Assembly Instructions

    Closely inspect all log splitter components and contents of manual bag (see diagrams). If you have missing components, contact Brave Support at 1-800-350-8739. If you have damaged components, contact the Freight Company that delivered the unit and file a claim.
  • Page 33 Assembly Instructions...
  • Page 34 Assembly Instructions 5/16” nut Step 1  Install Leg to Tow Leg Weldment using 5/16 x 2-3/4 Bolt and 5/16 Nyloc nut. Do not over tighten. Leg must be able to swing with minimal force.  Install Catch Pin through Hole in Tow Leg Tow leg weldment Catch pin as shown.
  • Page 35 Assembly Instructions Step 4  Slide Tire onto Axle with Valve Stem facing High speed Tire axle  Slide washer on axle 1” washer  Thread Axle Nut onto Axle (hand tight)  Back Axle Nut off ¼ turn Slotted jam ...
  • Page 36 Assembly Instructions Step 7  Install the Valve Plate to the Beam Valve plate Assembly.  Use 3/8” x 1” Bolts and 3/8” Flange Nut. 3/8” x 1” bolts 3/8” flange nuts Beam assembly Step 8 Valve Plate  Install the Hose Barb Elbow to the Control Valve port marked “Out”.
  • Page 37 Assembly Instructions Step 10 Control valve  Attach the Cylinder Hoses to the Control Valve.  Use Pipe Sealant on Hose Threads.  Attach the Long Cylinder Hose to the Control Valve Port marked “B”.  Attach the Short Cylinder Hose to the Control Valve Port marked “A”.
  • Page 38 Assembly Instructions Step 12  Attach the Cylinder Hoses to the High Long hose Pressure Fittings. Short hose High pressure fittings Control valve Step 13  Connect the Long Low Pressure Hose to the Hydraulic Tank Assembly and the Control Long hose Valve with the Hose Clamps.
  • Page 39 Limited Warranty Step 16  Link ends of safety chains and lanyard (attached to pin) to safety quick links.  Tighten locknuts securely with wrench. This view is a  Place hitch coupler on tongue and align cross section taken through holes.

  • Page 40: Limited Warranty

    1-800-350-8739 prior to having any service or warranty work performed, as some services performed by parties other than Brave approved service centers may void this warranty. This limited warranty is in lieu of any other warranty expressed or implied, written or oral and Brave assumes no other responsibility or liability outside that expressed within this limited warranty.

  • Page 41: Product Registration Form

    Brave Product Registration Form Your Information Full Name: Last First M.I. Address: Street Address Apartment/Unit # City State ZIP Code Alternate Home Phone: Phone: Email Address: Purchased From Company: Address: Street Address Apartment/Unit # City State ZIP Code Model Information Purchase Date: □...
  • Page 42 20195 S. Diamond Lake Rd, Ste 100 Rogers, MN 55374 800-350-8739 www.braveproducts.com sales@braveproducts.com Made in the USA...

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