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25-Ton & 30-Ton Vertical/Horizontal Log Splitters MODEL #’s 107036 (25-Ton) & 107079 (30-Ton) Operation Manual This safety alert symbol identifies important safety messages in this manual. Failure to follow this important safety information may result in serious injury or death.
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For Service or Questions Call 1-877-487-8275 720-287-5182 www.dirtyhandtools.com Dirty Hand Tools® is a brand of 1100 W 120th Ave., Suite 600 Westminster, CO 80234 • 720-287-5182...
Table of Contents Important Safety Information .............4 Intended Use ................4 Personal Protective Equipment ..........4 Safety Decals ................5 General Safety ................6 Preparation of the Log ...............6 Work Area ................. 6 Operation of the Log Splitter .............7 Repair and Maintenance Safety ..........8 Hydraulic Safety .................8 Fire Prevention ................9 Towing Safety ................10...
Important Safety Information WARNING WARNING: Read and understand the complete Operation Manual before assembling or using this product! Failure to comprehend and comply with warnings, cautions and instructions for assembly and operation could result in serious injury or death. Do not permit children to operate this equipment at any time. Do not permit others that have not read and understood the complete Operation Manual to operate this equipment.
Important Safety Information SAFETY DECALS Make sure all safety warning decals are attached and in readable condition. Replace missing or defaced decals. Contact Dirty Hand Tools at 1-877-487-8275 for replacement decals. WARNING DANGER TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH: READ...
Important Safety Information DANGER GENERAL SAFETY Failure to follow warnings, cautions, assembly and operation instructions in the Operation Manual may result in serious injury or death. Read the Operation Manual before operation. • Do not permit children to operate this equipment at any time. Do not permit others that have not read and understood the complete Operation Manual to operate this equipment.
Important Safety Information OPERATION OF THE LOG SPLITTER Operate the log splitter from within the operation zone as shown in the diagrams below. The operator has the safest and most efficient access to the control valve and the beam in these locations. DANGER Failure to operate the log splitter in this position can result in serious injury or death.
Important Safety Information REPAIR AND MAINTENANCE WARNING • Do not operate the log splitter when it is in poor mechanical condition or in need of repair. Frequently check that all nuts, bolts, screws, hydraulic fittings and hose clamps are tight. •...
Important Safety Information FIRE PREVENTION CAUTION • Do not operate the log splitter near an open flame or spark. Hydraulic oil and gasoline are flammable and can explode. • Do not fill the gas tank while the engine is hot or running. Allow the engine to cool before refueling.
Important Safety Information CAUTION TOWING SAFETY • Check all local and state regulations regarding towing, licensing, and lights before towing your log splitter. • Check before towing to make sure that the log splitter is correctly and securely attached to the towing vehicle and that the safety chains are secured to the hitch or bumper of the vehicle with enough slack to allow turning.
Unpacking & Assembly List of tools needed for assembly: • Needle nose pliers • Scissors • Box Cutter or knife • (2) 17mm wrenches • (2) 19mm wrenches IMPORTANT: The hydraulic tank is pre-filled with AW46 hydraulic fluid and the engine is pre-filled with 10W30 engine oil at the factory. WARNING Two (2) people may be required for assembly 1.
Log Catcher Installation (30-Ton) NOTE: The 25-Ton Log Splitter does not come with a log catcher, which is available as an accessory. 1. Rotate Beam & Cylinder Assembly down from upright position and lock in place with the release pin. 2.
Operating Instructions DANGER WARNING: Read and understand the complete Operation Manual before assembling or using this product! Failure to comprehend and comply with warnings, cautions and instructions for assembly and operation could result in serious injury or death. Do not permit children to operate this equipment at any time. Do not permit others that have not read and understood the complete Operation Manual to operate this equipment.
Operating Instructions Step 2: After the hydraulic reservoir and the engine crankcase are filled with oil, start the engine. The hydraulic pump is self-priming. With the engine running, move the hydraulic valve lever toward the foot plate. This will cause the cylinder to extend and expel air.
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Operating Instructions CAUTION CAUTION: Turn Fuel Shut Off Valve to the “Off ” position before towing to avoid flooding the engine. NOTE: The engine‘s maximum speed is factory preset at 3600 RPM as the no load speed. The throttle should be set at the maximum speed for wood splitting to reach the horsepower required for the pump.
Operating Instructions NOTE: For operation in wooded areas, obtain a spark arrestor for the exhaust system. See the engine operating and maintenance manual and check with your authorized service center. See also Fire Prevention on page 9 of this manual. IMPORTANT: To extend the life of the hydraulic cylinder avoid bottoming out the wedge plate to the foot piece.
Tank and Wheel Assembly Item # Part # Description Qty. 107164 Tank & Engine Assembly (25-Ton) 107165 Tank & Engine Assembly (30-Ton) 100062 Wheel/Tire Assembly, 4.80 x 8 in. 100142 Flat Washer, 3/4 in. 100140 Castle Nut, 3/4-16, Clear Zinc 100143 Cotter Pin, 1/8 in.
Tank and Engine Assembly Item # Part # Description Qty. 107168 Tank with Decals (25-Ton) 107169 Tank with Decals (30-Ton) 107170 Engine/Pump Assembly 100129 Hex Bolt, M8 x 1.25 x 45MM, G8.8 100130 Flat Washer, M8 100128 Hex Nut, Nylock, M8 x 1.25, G8.8 100105 Suction Filter 100111...
Log Splitter Accessories 4-Way Wedge System The 4-Way Wedge System replaces the existing wedge on 25 & 30-Ton Log Splitters converting them to a four way splitter for fast quarter splitting of logs. System includes stripper plates, 2-way wedge and all hardware.
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Record the information below for future reference. Model No. Serial No. Date of Purchase Place of Purchase For Service or Questions Dirty Hand Tools® is a brand of Call 1-877-487-8275 720-287-5182 1100 W 120th Ave., Suite 600 www.dirtyhandtools.com Westminster, CO 80234 • 720-287-5182...