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Northern Tool + Equipment 334842 Owner's Manual

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5-TON LOG SPLITTER
OWNER'S MANUAL
WARNING: Read carefully and understand RULES FOR
SAFE OPERATION and instructions before operating.
Failure to follow the safety rules and other basic safety
precautions may result in serious personal injury.
Item #334842

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  • Page 1 5-TON LOG SPLITTER OWNER’S MANUAL WARNING: Read carefully and understand RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION and instructions before operating. Failure to follow the safety rules and other basic safety precautions may result in serious personal injury. Item #334842...

  • Page 2: Specifications

    READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE OPERATING. Before attempting to operate your new Log Splitter please read the instructions thoroughly. You will need these instructions for safety warnings, precautions, assembly, operation, maintenance, parts list and diagrams. WARNING: The warnings, cautions and instructions discussed in this manual cannot cover all possible conditions or situations that could occur.
  • Page 3 electrical power. Double Insulated tools are equipped with a polarized plug. This plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install a polarized outlet.
  • Page 4 13. Do not start the log splitter while a log is on the work table. Always turn the splitter on BEFORE placing a log to be split on the work table. 14. Always check to make sure that the switch is not engaged before plugging in power cord.
  • Page 5 tool cords and extension cords for damage. Refer all service to a qualified technician. 25. Store idle tools. When not in use, store your tools in a dry, secure place. Keep out of reach of children. 26. If an extension cord is needed, it must be 121 AWG and 3-wire type.

  • Page 6: Application Conditions

    Never stand on the Log Splitter. Serious injury could occur if the tool is tipped or if the wedge is unintentionally contacted. Do not store anything above or near the Log Splitter where someone might stand on the tool. AVOID INJURY FROM UNEXPECTED ACCIDENTS Always pay full attention to the movement of the Log Push Rod.

  • Page 7: Contents Of The Shipping Container

    CONTENTS OF THE SHIPPING CONTAINER A. Log Splitter ..............1 Set B. Support Leg ………………….........1 pc. C. Owner’s Manual …………………………………………..1 pc. D. Loose Part Bag Containing M8 Bolts & Nuts …………5 Sets SET UP AND PREPARATION Familiarize yourself with the controls and features of this Log Splitter in the illustrations.
  • Page 8 • Before operating the Log Splitter, the Bleed Screw should be loosened until air goes in and out of the Oil Tank smoothly. • Airflow through the Bleed Screw Hole should be detectable during operations. • Before moving the Log Splitter, make sure the Bleed Screw is tightened to avoid Oil leaks.

  • Page 9: Operation

    OPERATION 1. This Log Splitter is equipped with a ZHB Control System that requires it to be operated with both hands (the left hand controls the Hydraulic Control Lever while right hand controls the Pushbutton Switch). The Log Splitter will freeze when either hand is absent. Only after both hands release the controls, will the Log Pusher return to the starting position.
  • Page 10 WARNING: Never force the Log Splitter for more than 5 seconds. 2. After a 5-second interval, the Oil under pressure will overheat and the machine could be damaged. For an extremely hard log, rotate the log by 90º to see whether it can be split in a different direction.

  • Page 11: Freeing A Jammed Log

    FREEING A JAMMED LOG · Release both controls. · After the Log Pusher moves back and comes to a complete stop at the starting position, insert a wedge wood under the jammed log. · Start the Log Splitter and push the wedge wood completely under the jammed log.

  • Page 12: Sharpening Wedge

    rethreading. Make sure it is tightened to avoid leakage before returning the Log Splitter to a horizontal position. NOTE: Check the Oil level periodically to ensure it is between the two grooves on the Dipstick. Refill when low. following Hydraulic Oils recommend this...

  • Page 13: Parts Diagram

    PARTS DIAGRAM...

  • Page 14: Parts List

    PARTS LIST...

  • Page 16: Warranty

    WARRANTY One-year limited warranty Distributed by Northern Tool + Equipment Co., Inc. Burnsville, Minnesota 55306 Made in China...

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