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DUAL-ACTION
3-POINT HITCH
16 TON
LOG SPLITTER
MODEL NO.
3PT16T21
Owner's Manual
ASSEMBLY & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Purchase Date_________Model NO. __________ _ Serial NO.______________
Dealer_____________________________________
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Boss Industrial, Inc. · 123 Ambassador Drive, Suite 123 · Naperville, IL 60540 · USA
Phone: (800) 780-BOSS (2677) · Fax (331) 472-2976
Rev. 0 (2016-12)
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- Page 1 Owner’s Manual ASSEMBLY & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Purchase Date_________Model NO. __________ _ Serial NO.______________ Dealer_____________________________________ ____________________ Boss Industrial, Inc. · 123 Ambassador Drive, Suite 123 · Naperville, IL 60540 · USA Phone: (800) 780-BOSS (2677) · Fax (331) 472-2976 Rev. 0 (2016-12)
- Page 2 If you have any problems or questions concerning the machine, phone an authorized service dealer or contact us directly. Boss Industrial’s customer support phone number, website and mailing address can be found on this page. We want to ensure your complete satisfaction at all times..
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Page(s) Important Safety Information........................General Safety Alert Signals ....................... Safety Decals ..........................Safety Symbols ..........................Training ............................Pre-operation ..........................Operation ............................Operator Zone..........................Maintenance Safety........................Transportation Safety........................9 Assembly & Set-up Instructions ....................... 10-17 Unpacking the Container......................... 10 Assembling and Set-up........................ -
Page 4: Important Safety Information
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. -
Page 5: Safety Decals
SAFETY DECALS Make sure that all safety warning decals are in good condition and readable. Always replace missing or defaced decals. Contact BOSS at 1-800-780-2677 for replacement decals. Part #: 410-161 Part #: 410-235 Part #: 410-233 Part #: 410-545 Page 2... -
Page 6: Safety Symbols
SAFETY SYMBOLS This page depicts and describes safety symbols that may appear on this product. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine before attempting to assemble and operate. Symbol Description READ THE OPERATOR’S MANUAL(S) Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual(s) before attempting to assemble and operate. -
Page 7: Training
TRAINING 1. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine and in the manual(s) before attempting to assemble and operate. Keep this manual in a safe place for future and regular reference and for ordering replacement parts. 2. Be familiar with all controls and their proper operation. Know how to stop the machine and disengage them quickly. 3. -
Page 8: Pre-Operation
PRE-OPERATION 1. 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. 2. -
Page 9: Operation
OPERATION 1. BEFORE starting this machine, review the safe instructions in this manual and Tractor Owner’s Manual. Failure to follow these rules may result in serious injury to the operator or bystanders. 2. NEVER leave this machine unattended with the tractor engine running. 3. -
Page 10: Operator Zone
OPERATOR ZONE ONLY operate the log splitter from the operator zone as shown in the diagrams below. The operator has the safest and most efficient access to the control valve and the beam in this location. Operating the log splitter in another location can result in serious injury or death. -
Page 11: Maintenance Safety
MAINTENANCE SAFETY Before cleaning, inspecting or any maintenance procedure on the machine, stop the tractor engine, set the brake and remove the key, disengage hydraulic hoses, wait 10 minutes to allow all parts to cool down. NEVER perform any service or repair on your log splitter without stopping the tractor engine. Stop the tractor and relieve hydraulic system pressure by cycling the valve control lever from forward to reverse several times;... -
Page 12: Transportation Safety
TRANSPORTATION SAFETY 1. ALWAYS lift the Splitter to the full height of the 3-Point Hitch range carefully for safely transport. 2. ALWAYS shut off your tractor hydraulic controls, disengage hydraulic hoses, and set your splitter controls to the “Neutral” position before moving the log splitter on your tractor. Failure to do so may lead to improper performance and compromise safety. -
Page 13: Assembly & Set-Up Instructions
ASSEMBLY & SET-UP INSTRUCTIONS UNPACKING THE CONTAINER WARNING! Use extreme caution unpacking this machine. Some components are very heavy and will require additional people or mechanical handling equipment. NOTE: All references in this manual to the left or right side and front or back of the log splitter are from the operating position only. -
Page 14: Assembling And Set-Up
ASSEMBLY & SET-UP INSTRUCTIONS ASSEMBLY AND SET-UP NOTE: Due to the weight / size of the log splitter, and coordination needed on the tractor controls to install the 3-Point Hitch log splitter to the tractor, it’s recommended that two or more adults be present to assist with the assembling and set-up. - Page 15 REF. NO. DECSRIPTION QTY. Beam assembly Side mounting bracket (L &R) Hardware mounted on the beam, including: Hex head bolt / M12 x 35 Flat washer / M12 Lock nut / M12 Hardware kit # 21,including: Hex head bolt / M10 x 35 Flat washer / M10 Lock nut / M10 STEP 2: Install the Frame Axle.
- Page 16 STEP 3: Install the Log Trays and Control Handle Lever. See FIGURE 6. 1. Remove the eight sets of M8 Bolts, and Washers from the four tabs on the beam. 2. Position the log tray frame onto the tabs as shown, and secure with the M8 hardware just removed, then tighten using the Allen Wrench 6mm.
- Page 17 STEP 5: Attach the log splitter to the Tractor. See FIGURE 7. 1. Position the splitter behind the three point hitch arms, and adjust the Lower Draft Arms to the Splitter Hookup Pins at both ends of the Axle. 2. Slide the Lower Draft Arms onto the Splitter Hookup Pins, and secure with the Spring Clips. Position the Upper Draft Arm inside the End Plate bracket;...
- Page 18 STEP 6: Attach both hoses to the Tractor. See FIGURE 8. 1. Cut the strap securing the Hoses to the Beam to release both hoses. 2. Remove Protective Caps from the open end of both hoses, and screw on the Connectors to both hoses. NOTE: Different tractor needs different types and sizes of Tractor Hydraulic Connectors.
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Page 19: Know Your Tractor, Know Controls & Features, Lubricate Beam And Wedge
ASSEMBLY & SET-UP INSTRUCTIONS KNOW YOUR TRACTOR Refer to the Tractor Owner’s manual for instructions on how to start and stop the Tractor engine, and how to set throttle and power the hydraulics to the Splitter. KNOW CONTROLS & FEATURES (FIGURE 9) Oil Return Hose Oil Inlet Hose... -
Page 20: Operation Instructions
OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS USING CONTROL HANDLE The control handle has three positions. See FIGURE 10. Neutral (FIGURE10) Forward Reverse • FORWARD — To split wood in Forward direction. Move the control handle to the FORWARD position to move wedge forward to split the log. •... -
Page 21: Splitting The Wood
OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS SPLITTING THE WOOD 1. Start the tractor, adjust your splitter to the desired height with the tractor 3 PT Hitch. Make sure the tractor is in neutral and the Emergency Brake is set. 2. Set throttle and power the hydraulics to the Splitter. Make sure to set the GPM and PSI from the low point to start in case extremely high pressure may damage the splitter valve. -
Page 22: Split Large Logs, Operation Tips
OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS WARNING! Never place a hand on the ends of the log, between the log and the end plate or the log and the splitting wedge. WARNING! Only one operator permitted. The adult who loads and stabilizes the log, must be the person who operates the control handle. -
Page 23: Maintenance & Adjustments
MAINTENANCE & ADJUSTMENTS WARNING! Do not make any adjustments without first stopping the tractor engine, setting the brake, removing the key, disconnecting the hoses from the tractor hydraulic ports. Wait 10 minutes to allow all parts to cool down. Always wear safety glasses during operation or while performing any adjustments or repairs. -
Page 24: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING Most problems are easy to fix. Consult the trouble shooting Table below for common problems and their solutions. If you continue to experience problems, contact us at www.boss-industrial.com, or call toll-free (800) 780 2677 for support. If the machine should start making an unusual noise or vibration, shut down the tractor engine, wait 5 minutes for machine to cool down, then inspect for damage. -
Page 25: Specifications
SPECIFICATIONS Model 3PT16T21 Engine Tractor dependent Tractor Requirements Category 1 (2500 to 3200 PSI) Cylinder (Bore x Stroke) 3 in. x Maximum Splitting Force 16 Tons* Maximum Log Length 20.5 in. Wedge Height 6.5 in. Forward 3.5 Seconds* Cycle Time... -
Page 26: Warranty Service Information
All warranty work must be performed by a Boss Industrial authorized service center. This warranty is limited to ninety (90) days from the date of original retail purchase for any Boss Industrial brand product that is used for rental or commercial purposes, or any other income-producing purpose. - Page 27 Boss Industrial, Inc. • 123 Ambassador Drive, Suite 123 • Naperville, IL 60540 • Phone: (800) 780-BOSS (2677) • Fax (331) 472-2976 www.boss-industrial.com Page 21...
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