Table of Contents Page(s) California Proposition 65 Information Copyright & Version information Important Safety Information 7-19 Hazard Signal Definitions Intended Use Personal Protective Equipment For Rental Companies Safety Decals 9-11 General Safety Work Area Safety 12-13 Safe Operation of the Log Splitter 13-14 Safe Preparation of the Log Hydraulic Safety...
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Table of Contents Page(s) Operating Instructions Starting Instructions Long Term Storage Using 4-way & 6-way Optional Splitting Wedges On Site Set Up Operation - Wheeled & Industrial Log Splitters 23-24 Operation - Skid Steer Log Splitters Operation - Firewood Conveyor Getting Service - Contact Information Rear Cover Warranty and Service Information...
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Table of Contents Page(s) Models 28HDI - 35HDI - Heavy Duty Industrial Log Splitter Controls and Features Identification Specifications 4226XDI - Extreme Duty Industrial Log Splitter Controls and Features Identification Specifications FC16 - FC24 - FC32 - Firewood Conveyor Controls and Features Identification Specifications Maintenance and Troubleshooting Hydraulic &...
California Proposition 65 Warnings PETROLEUM PRODUCTS WARNING: Crude oil, gasoline, diesel fuel and other petroleum products can expose you to chemicals including toluene and benzene, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. These ex- posures can occur in and around oil fields, refineries, chemical plants, transport and storage operations such as pipelines, marine terminals, tank trucks and other facilities and equipment.
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Important Safety Information WARNING: Read and thoroughly understand all instructions in this manual and on safety decals before 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 and understood this manual.
Important Safety Information Personal Protective Equipment 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). Always wear a protective hearing device when operating this log splitter.
Safety Decals Make sure that all safety warning decals are in good condition and readable. Always replace missing or defaced decals. Contact Wolfe Ridge MFG at: 715-598-7790 for replacement decals. DANGER PINCH POINT Located at the on the top of the hydraulic cylinder of every log splitter.
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Important Safety Information Safety Decals (Continued) DANGER PINCH POINT Located at the operators station of every log splitter. DANGER Located next to the gasoline/diesel engine of every log splitter. - 10 -...
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Important Safety Information Safety Decals (Continued) Caution Located on each end of the firewood conveyor near drive and idler pulleys. - 11 -...
Important Safety Information General Safety Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death. ALWAYS read the operator’s manual before operation. It is located in the plastic canister on the machine. ALWAYS keep all bystanders and pets a minimum of 10 feet away from your work area when operat- ing this log splitter.
Important Safety Information Work Area Safety ALWAYS use jack stands and block the wheels to prevent movement of the log splitter while in oper- ation. ALWAYS operate your log splitter on level ground. (Operating on a slope couyld cause the log split- ter to roll over or logs to fall off.) ALWAYS keep the work area clean.
Important Safety Information Safe Operation of the Log Splitter ALWAYS shut off the engine even if you are leaving the log splitter for a short period of time. ALWAYS avoid contact with the muffler and other hot areas of the engine during operation or after running to prevent burns.
Important Safety Information Repair and Maintenance Safety 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 un- safe and will void the warranty.
Important Safety Information Fire Prevention ALWAYS store gasoline in an approved - OSHA Standard 29 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) 1926.152(a)(1) - tightly sealed container. Store the container in a cool, dry place. ALWAYS turn the fuel shut off valve on the engine to the “OFF” position before towing the log splitter.
Important Safety Information Use Caution When Working With Batteries EMERGENCY TREATMENT FOR CONTACT WITH BATTERY COMPONENTS (LEAD/SULFURIC ACID) EYE CONTACT Sulfuric Acid and Lead: Flush eyes immediately with large amounts of water for at least 15 minutes while lifting lids. Seek immediate medical attention if eyes have been exposed directly to acid.
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Important Safety Information Use Caution When Working With Batteries ALWAYS Disconnect the negative battery terminal cable before performing any service to the 12- Volt electrical system. Failure to follow this may result in injury and/or electrical system damage. DO NOT attempt to charge a frozen battery.
Important Safety Information Towing Safety NEVER attempt to move your log splitter over hilly or uneven terrain without a tow vehicle or ade- quate help. NEVER allow anyone to sit or ride on your log splitter. NEVER exceed 45 mph when towing your log splitter models with a solid axle (no springs) (28 PRO, PRO22C, PRO28C, PRO35C) and the Firewood Conveyor.
CHECKING OIL IN THE HYDRAULIC RESERVOIR AND OIL IN THE ENGINE. Wolfe Ridge equipment is shipped/delivered with engine oil/hydraulic oil installed and are ready to run. Please confirm hydraulic oil and engine oil are at correct levels before startup. Hydraulic oil level should be visible in the sight tube installed on the side of the hydraulic tank.
Operating Instructions ENGINE OIL RECOMMENDATIONS Read and understand the Honda owner’s manual included with your splitter/convey- or, contact our service department at 715-598-7790 if the Honda owner’s manual is damaged or missing for a replacement. ENGINE FUEL RECOMMENDATIONS Read and follow the Honda owner’s manual included with your splitter/conveyor for the engine fuel requirements.
Operating Instructions On-site Setup for Log Splitters DANGER! Do not operate this unit indoors or in an enclosed area or carbon monoxide poisoning will occur. Failure to follow this will result in serious injury or death. DANGER! Maintain a clean and clear path for all necessary movement around the log splitter Failure to follow this will result in serious injury or death.
Operating Instructions Wheeled & Industrial Log Splitter DANGER! Do not operate this unit indoors or in an enclosed area or carbon monoxide poisoning will occur. Failure to follow this will result in serious injury or death. WARNING! Do not load logs greater than 450lbs. Failure to follow this may result in serious injury or death.
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Operating Instructions Wheeled & Industrial Log Splitter 10. If your splitter is equipped with a manual or hydraulically adjustable multiple splitting wedge, adjust the multiple wedge to the center of the log. 11. Move the log pusher to the left splitting the log. 12.
Operating Instructions Skid Steer Log Splitter DANGER! Do not operate this unit indoors or in an enclosed area or carbon monoxide poisoning will occur. Failure to follow this will result in serious injury or death. DANGER! Avoid contact with sharp edges of the cutting wedges. Failure to follow this may result in serious injury or death.
Operating Instructions Firewood Conveyor NEVER wear loose clothing or jewelry that can be caught by moving parts of this firewood conveyor. Keep clothing and hair away from all moving parts when operat- ing this firewood conveyor. DANGER! Do not operate this unit indoors or in an enclosed area or carbon monoxide poisoning will occur.
Warranty and Service Information All Wolfe Ridge MFG equipment is covered by a 1 year parts and labor warranty from your date of purchase. Gasoline and diesel engines are covered separately by their manufacturers, please see their respective owner’s manual for details.
28PRO Log Splitter 28PRO Controls and Features Identification • Control valve #1 (closest to operator) for hydraulic log lift. • Control valve #2 (middle valve) for hydraulic log lift. • Control valve #3(farthest from operator) for hydraulic log pusher. • Dexter Hubs and spindles •...
Compact Commercial Log Splitter PRO22C - PRO28C - PRO35C Controls and Features Identification • Control valve #1 (closest to operator) for hydraulically adjustable splitting wedge. • Control valve #2 (middle valve) for hydraulic log lift. • Control valve #3 (farthest from operator) for hydraulic log pusher. •...
Compact Commercial Log Splitter PRO22C - PRO28C - PRO35C Specifications Engine Honda 13 HP GX390 Tonnage 22 Ton - 28 Ton - 35 Ton Pressure 3000 PSI Max Hydraulic Pump 22 GPM Cast Iron Pump Cycle Time 6.5 Second - 8.5 Second - 10.5 Second Cycle Time with Magnum Big Bore Option 4.5 Second - 6.5 Second - 8.5 Second Beam...
High Output Commercial Log Splitter 28HO - 35HO Controls and Features Identification • Control valve #1 (closest to operator) for hydraulically adjustable splitting wedge. • Control valve #2 for hydraulic log lift. • Control valve #3 (optional)log pusher auto cycle valve. •...
High Output Commercial Log Splitter 28HO - 35HO Specifications Engine Honda 13 HP GX390 Tonnage 28 Ton- 35 Ton Pressure 3000 PSI Max Hydraulic Pump 22 GPM Cast Iron Pump Cycle Time 6.5 Second - 8 Second Beam 8” Beam Height 32”...
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Super High Output Commercial Log Splitter 28SHO - 35SHO - 35SHOBW Controls and Features Identification • Control valve #1 (closest to operator) for hydraulically adjustable splitting wedge. • Control valve #2 for hydraulic log lift. • Control valve #3 (optional)log pusher auto cycle valve. •...
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Super High Output Commercial Log Splitter 28SHO - 35SHO - 35SHOBW Specifications Engine Honda 20 HP V-Twin GX630 - Electric Start Tonnage 28 Ton- 35 Ton Pressure 3000 PSI Max Hydraulic Pump 28 GPM Cast Iron Pump Cycle Time 5.5 Second - 7.5 Second Beam 8”...
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Heavy Duty Industrial Log Splitter 28SHDI - 35HDI Controls and Features Identification • Control valve #1 (closest to operator) for hydraulically adjustable splitting wedge. • Control valve #2 for hydraulic log lift. • Control valve #3 (optional)log pusher auto cycle valve. •...
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Heavy Duty Industrial Log Splitter 28SHDI - 35HDI Specifications Engine Honda 20 HP V-Twin GX630 - Electric Start Tonnage 28 Ton- 35 Ton Pressure 3000 PSI Max Hydraulic Pump 28 GPM Cast Iron Pump Cycle Time 5.5 Second - 7.5 Second Beam 8”...
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Extreme Duty Industrial Log Splitter 4226XDI Controls and Features Identification • Control valve #1 (closest to operator) for hydraulically adjustable splitting wedge. • Control valve #2 for hydraulic log lift. • Control valve #3 log pusher auto cycle valve - Retract pusher. •...
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Extreme Duty Industrial Log Splitter 4226XDI Specifications Engine Honda GX800 EFI 25 hp engine - Electric Start Tonnage 42 Ton Pressure 3500 PSI Max Hydraulic Pump 38 GPM Cast Iron Pump Cycle Time 8.5 Second Beam Custom built Twin 10” box beam frame Beam Height 32”...
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Firewood Conveyor FC16 - FC24 - FC32 - FC40 Controls and Features Identification • Forward & reverse conveyor hydraulic control valve (closest to engine). • Discharge height hydraulic control valve (farthest from engine). • Variable speed hydraulic control valve (between hydraulic lift cylinders on frame). •...
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HYDRAULIC OIL & FILTERS At Wolfe Ridge MFG, your machine comes ready to use with all hydraulic systems filled with AW-32/ ISO-32 hydraulic oil. There is room for oil expansion, do not fill tanks completely full. Only fill to Full/ Cold line or about 150 degree mark on sight gauge.
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• If you feel that the pressure gauge is faulty or has been damaged, do not adjust main relief! Contact Wolfe Ridge MFG and replace gauge immediately. • To adjust main relief, first remove outer nut with ½” wrench. Then loosen jam nut with 9/16 wrench.
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Troubleshooting Splitter Detent Adjustment All Wolfe Ridge log splitters come with Prince valve with a pressure release detent for the return stroke. This allows the main cylinder to retract on its own and stop when the pressure spikes at the home position.
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Troubleshooting Auto Cycle Valve Some Wolfe Ridge log splitters offer or include the Prince Auto Cycle valve. This valve uses a pressure release detent on both split and retract functions. These detents will need adjustment periodically to ensure proper operation. The Prince hydraulic valve detents are some- what sensitive to temperature, so be sure oil temp is running between 70 and 120 degrees F before adjusting detents…...
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Troubleshooting Serial numbers All Wolfe Ridge Log splitters and conveyors have a serial number stamped into the frame before paint. The location is always located near the jack or tongue at the front of the machine. Some early model High Output machines had a stamp or weld underneath the tongue (produced 2016 thru early 2017).
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Maintenance & Troubleshooting Machine Serial number ______________________________ Engine Serial number ________________________________ Your engine will have a serial number stamped into the crank case. This serial number is needed for any warranty repairs by authorized service centers only. In most cases, they also require the serial number to be listed on original invoice as well.
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