Know Your Log Splitter - Troy-Bilt LS275 Operator's Manual

SECTION 3: KNOW YOUR LOG SPLITTER
Compare the illustration in Figure 7 below with the controls on your log splitter, and get familiar with its features
before starting to operate. Know how to stop the machine quickly in the event of an emergency.
Cylinder
Tongue
Jack Stand
Horizontal
Beam Lock
Control Handle
The control handle has three positions. See Figure 7.
• Move control handle FORWARD or DOWN to
move wedge down to split wood.
NOTE: Control handle will return to neutral position as
soon as handle is released.
• Release the control handle to stop the wedge
movement.
• Move control handle BACK or UP to return the
wedge toward the cylinder. The control handle will
lock in the disengaged position. It will return to
neutral automatically when the return stroke is
complete.
Beam Locks
These two locks, as their name suggests, are used to
secure the beam in the horizontal or the vertical
position. The vertical beam lock is located next to the oil
filter. The horizontal beam lock is located on the beam
support latch bracket. See Figure 7.
Control Handle
Wedge
Beam Assembly
Log Cradle
Vertical Beam Lock
Reservoir Tank
Tail Light
Figure 7
Engine Controls
See the accompanying engine manual for the location
and function of the controls on the engine.
Stopping Engine
• Move throttle control lever to STOP or OFF
position.
• Turn off the fuel valve.
• Disconnect spark plug wire and ground against the
engine to prevent unintended starting.
IMPORTANT:
in the engine. Be certain to service engine with gasoline
and oil as instructed in the accompanying engine
manual before operating your machine.
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How it works
Reverse
Control
Forward
Handle
Horizontal
Beam Lock
This unit is shipped without gasoline or oil
To return wedge
Neutral To stop
To split wood
Vertical
Beam Lock