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  • Page 2 Thank You for Purchasing a Split-fire Log Splitter! We appreciate having you as our customer and wish you many years of safe and satisfactory operation with your machine. SPLIT-FIRE SALES INC. 285633 Airport Road Norwich, ON N0J 1P0 Canada 1-877-548-3473 / 519-468-3647...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents 1. Introduction 1.1 How to use your Owner’s Manual 1.2 Product Identification 1.3 Warranty 2. Safety 2.1 Safety Labels 2.2 Wood Handling Safety 2.3 Operation Safety 2.4 Worksite Safety 2.5 Option Safety / Operation 2.51 Log Lifter 2.52 Log Table 2.53...

  • Page 4: Introduction

    “Front”. The hydraulic pump would be located on the back-right corner of the machine. Your machine has been tested and inspected to pass quality control at Split-fire’s Manufacturing facility to ensure good performance prior to leaving the factory.
  • Page 5 2265 Log Splitter Introduction Owners Manual While reading the manual, important messages are used to bring the operator’s attention where there may be safety concerns relating to machine damage and important servicing information. Please read all these messages to avoid personal injury and machine damage.

  • Page 6: Product Identification

    2265 Log Splitter Introduction Owners Manual Product Identification If you ever need to contact your dealer or the manufacturer for parts or questions regarding the operation or servicing of the machine, it is important to have the model number as well as all the necessary identification numbers.
  • Page 7 2265 Log Splitter Introduction Owners Manual Engine Serial Number Frame Serial Number...

  • Page 8: Warranty

    Owners Manual Warranty Split-Fire Sales Inc. guarantees the original purchaser of any new Split-Fire machine, that the same is free of defects in workmanship or materials that may cause performance failure, subject to the conditions hereafter. Split-fire must be contacted before the problem on the machine has been fixed.

  • Page 9: Safety

    2265 Log Splitter Safety Owners Manual Safety Labels The machine safety labels shown in the section below are very important. They are placed in areas on the machine that draw the attention of the operator to potential safety hazards on the machine.
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  • Page 12: Wood Handling Safety

    2265 Log Splitter Safety Owners Manual Wood Handling Safety WARNING!!! - NEVER HANDLE WOOD ON THE SAWN ENDS; BLOCKS SHOULD ALWAYS BE HELD BY THE BARK SIDES! HANDLING BLOCKS ON THE SAWN END INCREASES RISK FOR PERSONNEL INJURY WARNING!!! - NEVER LIFT HEAVY/OVERSIZE LOGS BY YOURSELF.

  • Page 13: Operation Safety

    2265 Log Splitter Safety Owners Manual Operation Safety  Carefully read and understand all the instructions pertaining to the log splitter in the operator’s manual before operating your new machine. Anyone who operates or services this machine must read the owner’s manual first. If any doubt or question arises about the safe and/or correct method of performing anything in this manual, contact one of our representatives at our head-office.
  • Page 14 2265 Log Splitter Safety Owners Manual  The owner is responsible for accidents and injuries to themselves and/or other persons operating their machine. If others are permitted to use this machine it is the responsibility of the owner to train users.
  • Page 15 2265 Log Splitter Safety Owners Manual  Your machine is designed to split wood only! Stones, metal, brush, gravel, and other foreign objects will cause damage to the machine and increase the chance of personal injury or death.  It is not recommended to split wood across the grain. This may cause wood to explode out sideways and cause personal injury or death.

  • Page 16: Worksite Safety

    2265 Log Splitter Safety Owners Manual Worksite Safety  Keep area around the log splitter clear from tall grass, debris, tools, and wood chunks/bark at all times.  Operate log splitter on level surface only.  Do not operate your machine in enclosed areas. Your engine produces Carbon monoxide, which is extremely dangerous if used in enclosed area.
  • Page 17 2265 Log Splitter Safety Owners Manual  Hands should not be lower than halfway down the sides of the block when splitting. If hands are lower and a log falls, fingers may get pinched between the log and the shelves.

  • Page 18: Option Safety / Operation

    Log Lifter The hydraulic log lifter add-on is a great addition when splitting large oversize logs but must be operated with care. If installation is not completed by a Split-Fire technician, follow installation manual associated with the option. Log Lifter Safety Do NOT exceed 250lbs load capacity.

  • Page 19: Log Table

    Log Table The log table add-on is a great option that increases safety and efficiency when splitting medium sized logs. If installation is not completed by a Split-Fire technician, follow installation manual associated with the option. Log Table Safety Do NOT exceed 250lbs load capacity.

  • Page 20: Nose Extension

    2265 Log Splitter Safety Owners Manual Log Table Operation Since the log table is a static add-on option, operation is simple. Medium to large size logs can be loaded on the log table and processed from the left side of the machine. When splitting larger...

  • Page 21: Fender

    2.54 Fender The fenders are a great option for keeping your log splitter clean in wet / muddy conditions. If installation is not completed by a Split-Fire technician, follow installation manual associated with the option. Fender Safety Do NOT exceed 85 KM/H when towing the log Splitter.

  • Page 22: Rear Hitch

    The Rear Hitch is a utility hitch that can be utilized for off-road use only. It can be used to tow other machinery or utility trailers. If installation is not completed by a Split-Fire technician, follow installation manual associated with the option.

  • Page 23: Operating Instructions

    2265 Log Splitter Operating Instructions Owners Manual Operation Before Operation Before operating your machine, inspect it to ensure it is in good working order. 1. It is important that you have read and understood all safety recommendations before operating the Log Splitter. Read both the Log Splitter and Engine owners manual before operating the machine.
  • Page 24 2265 Log Splitter Operating Instructions Owners Manual 3. Verify the engine oil level is at the correct level on the oil dip stick. The oil level must be sitting between the indication grooves 4. Ensure that both tires are filled to the proper level with air.

  • Page 25: Operation

    2265 Log Splitter Operating Instructions Owners Manual Operation Once the before operation checklist has been completed, operation can begin: 1. The engine can be started. It is important to verify that the ON/OFF switch is in the ON position, the fuel is turned ON, as well as placing the choke in the ON position.

  • Page 26: After Operation

    If any unnecessary noise occurs stop operation immediately and check for damage. If nothing can be seen, contact a dealer to book an inspection. If there are no dealers in your area, contact Split-Fire Sales Inc.

  • Page 27: Maintenance

    2265 Log Splitter Service & Maintenance Owners Manual Maintenance Maintaining your machine is important and will ensure that the machine lasts year after year offering smooth and reliable operation. Engine Maintenance Read the engine specific owners manual associated with your log splitter.
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  • Page 29: Frame

    2265 Log Splitter Service & Maintenance Owners Manual Oil Fill Level – Oil cap dipstick. Normal operating level is located between grooves located at the bottom the dip stick. Oil Drain - Oil reservoir must be drained by the oil suction fitting. First loosen the hose clamp, then slowly pull the hose off the fitting.

  • Page 30: Tires, Lights & Hitch

    6. Place the flat edge in the same position and remeasure the distance between the flat edge and the knife. 7. If 3/8” “play” is observed, the slide pads need replacement. Contact your local dealer or Split-Fire Sales Inc. for slide pad kit pricing and availability. 4.23 Tires, Lights &...
  • Page 31 If not, the circuit must be checked for breaks, and or parts be replaced. All parts can be found in the parts breakdown or by calling your local dealer or Split-Fire Sales Inc.

  • Page 32: Storing You Splitter

    3. Add fuel stabilizer to maintain fuel quality 4. Store Log Splitter in a dry clean secure area. It is not uncommon for Split-fire Log Splitters to be stolen due to their value. Always store the machine in a secure area!! 5 + weeks storage 1.

  • Page 33: Towing Your Log Splitter

    2265 Log Splitter Towing Instructions Owners Manual Towing your Log Splitter Take extra care when hooking up and towing your log splitter. Before towing, make sure your log splitter is in safe towing condition. Inspect the tires, bearings, lights, hitch, and safety chains. Make sure the hitch is attached securely and locked via a locking pin when attaching the log splitter to a vehicle.
  • Page 34 2265 Log Splitter Towing Instructions Owners Manual Adjust coupler locking pressure on ball before use. Place handle in locked position with ball in coupler. Tighten locknut against tension spring so that coupler is not loose on ball. Correct adjustment will allow handle to be released with moderate pressure applied to handle.
  • Page 35 2265 Log Splitter Towing Instructions Owners Manual WARNING!!! FAILURE TO OBEY THESE RULES CAN CAUSE TRAILER TO DETACH WHILE TOWING WHICH MAY CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH! NEVER EXCEED WEIGHT CAPACITY OF BALL OR LEAD LIMITS STAMPED ON COUPLER. ALWAYS USE SAFETY CHAINS PERSUANT TO INSTRUCTIONS OF TRAILER MANUFACTURER.

  • Page 36: Parts Breakdown

    2265 Log Splitter Parts Breakdown Owners Manual...
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  • Page 38: Manual Checklist

    Checklist Owners Manual Manual Checklist 1. Each person that operates this Split-fire log splitter must read and understand this checklist and the rest of the owner’s manual before operation. 2. Handle wood on the bark side only. Never pick up or handle logs by the sawn ends.

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