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VERTICAL/HORIZONTAL LOG SPLITTERS 27 & 28 TON MODEL MODEL NUMBER 600000, 600001 Owner’s Manual P/N 597612 ASSEMBLY & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: All operators must read this manual before operating this log splitter. Follow the safety instructions in the manual and in decals attached to the product.
WARNING: Read and thoroughly understand all instructions in this manual and on safety decals before assembling or operating this log splitter. Failure to do so may cause serious injury or death. Do not allow anyone to operate this log splitter who has not read this manual. As with all power equipment, a log splitter can be dangerous if assembled or used improperly.
• NEVER use this log splitter for any other purposes than splitting wood. It is designed for this use only. Any other use can cause serious injury or death. • BEFORE operating this log splitter, make sure that you wear safety gear such as goggles or safety glasses, steel toed shoes and tight fitting gloves (without loose cuffs or draw strings).
• NEVER operate your log splitter when it is in poor mechanical condition or in need of repair. • NEVER alter your log splitter in any manner. Such alterations may cause your log splitter to be unsafe and will void the warranty.
• ALWAYS store gasoline in an approved, tightly sealed container and away from heating appliances. Store the con- tainer in a cool, dry place. IMPORTANT NOTE - (Spark Arrester) As a precautionary measure against possible flying sparks, always take a Class B fire extinguisher with you when oper- ating this log splitter in dry areas.
Make sure that all safety warning decals are in good condition and readable. Always replace missing or defaced decals. Contact Or Woods Equipment Company at 1-800-319-6637 or www.woodsequipment.com for replacement decals. PART NUMBER: S52062500 LOCATION: TOP, FRONT END OF TONGUE...
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PART NUMBER: S52062300 LOCATION: STRIPPER PLATE, OPERATOR SIDE PART NUMBER: S52062400 LOCATION: HYDRAULIC TANK LOWER TANK, RIGHT CORNER PART NUMBER: S52062100 LOCATION: TOP OF HYDRAULIC CYLINDER Page 9...
NOTE: This log splitter was partially assembled at the factory. Refer to the drawings and parts list should it become necessary to disassemble the unit for repair or replacement of parts. The drawings in this manual are for refer- ence only. Some of the components on your log splitter may look slightly different. ITEM DESCRIPTION Tongue Assembly...
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STEP 3: Attach the tongue assembly (1) to the tank assembly (3) using two 3/8 NC x 4 hex bolts (10), four 3/8 flat washers (11) and two 3/8 NC nylock nuts (12). Tighten hardware. ITEM DESCRIPTION Tongue Assembly Tank Assembly 3/8 NC x 4 Hex Bolt, GR5 3/8 Flat Washer 3/8 NC Nylock Nut...
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STEP 5: Confirm stand is in deployed position. Carefully lower the beam assembly (4) onto the tongue assembly (1). Lock the beam into position using lock pin (15). Attach manual canister (16) to tongue assembly (1) using two self-tapping screws (17). ITEM DESCRIPTION Tongue Assembly...
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STEP 8: Attach the lever control (22) using the chain link (21) and clevis pin (24). Secure with cotter pin (23). ITEM DESCRIPTION Chain Link Control Lever Cotter Pin Clevis Pin STEP 9: (Honda GC190 only) Assemble deflector (26) with screws (25) as shown. ITEM DESCRIPTION Screw...
WARNING: Read and thoroughly understand all instructions in this manual and on safety decals before assembling or operating this log splitter. Failure to do so may cause serious injury or death. Do not allow anyone to operate this log splitter who has not read this manual. As with all power equipment, a log splitter can be dangerous if assembled or used improperly.
ENGINE OIL RECOMMENDATIONS (Honda GC190) For temperatures above 40 degrees F, use an SAE 30W oil. Using multigrade oil may increase oil consumption. Using SAE 30W oil below 40 degrees F will result in hard starting and possible engine bore damage. For temperatures below 40 degrees F, use an SAE 10W-30 of SAE 5W-30 oil.
IMPORTANT: Holding the valve in the “actuate” position at the end of the stroke may damage the pump. Always use extra care when splitting logs with unsquare ends. NOTE: For operation in wooded areas, obtain a spark arrester for the exhaust system. see the engine operating and maintenance manual and check with your authorized engine service center.
• Woods will repair or replace, free of charge, any part or parts of the log splitter that are judged to be defective in material or workmanship during the limited warranty period stated above.
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PART NO. 597612 ®| WOODS A Blount International Brand P.O. Box 1000 2606 S. Illinois Route 2 Oregon, IL 61061 U.S. Toll Free 800-319-6637 Website:www.woodsequipment.com...