Table of Contents General Warnings and Rules ................3 Hazard Signal Word Definitions ................4 Controls and Features Identification ..............5, 6 Assembly Instructions ................ 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 Operation Instructions ............... 11, 12, 13,14 Maintenance and Storage .................. 15 Troubleshooting ....................
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GENERAL WARNINGS READ and UNDERSTAND this manual completely before using 32-Ton Log Splitter. Operator must read and understand all safety and warning information, operating instructions maintenance and storage instructions before operating this equipment. Failure to properly operate and maintain the log splitter could result in serious injury to the operator or bystanders. Operation Warnings l Do not at any time carry passengers, sit or stand on the log splitter.
Hazard Signal Word Definitions This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death. DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous DANGER situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
Controls and Features Identification Read this owner’s manual before operating the equipment. Familiarize yourself with the location and function of the controls and features. Save this manual for future reference. 1) 2” Coupler – Attaches the log splitter to the 2” ball. 2) Hydraulic Cylinder –...
WARNING Read and follow all instructions for assembly and operation. Failure to properly assemble this equipment could result in serious injury to the user or bystanders or cause equipment damage. Engine Shipped Without Oil. Before starting the engine, fill with SAE 10W-30 motor oil. See engine manual for engine oil capacity.
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WARNING: After the slotted nut is tightened, turn back 1/4 circle to make sure the wheel can rotate smoothly and freely. Failure to turn the slotted nut back will cause the wheel not to operate correctly STEP 2: Attach Tow Bar to the Hydraulic Reservoir 1.
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STEP 4: Attach Engine to Mounting Plate 1. Position the engine (#33) to the mounting plate, put the hex bolt M8x40 (#46) through the bottom of the plate. Place flat washer Ø8 (#36), lock washer Ø8 (#32) and tighten with the nylon lock nut M8 (#31).
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STEP 5: Attach Hydraulic Hose 1. Remove the connector and the hose plugs. Both plugs may be discarded. 2. Put the O ring Ø11x2.5 (#19) on the gear pump connector (#23), and attach the hydraulic hose (valve-pump) (#16) to the gear pump connector (#23). 3.
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STEP 7: Add Engine Oil 1. Make sure the log splitter is on a level surface. 2. Remove oil fill cap/dipstick to add oil. 3. Refer to the separate owner’s engine manual for the amount needed of SAE10W-30 engine oil; replace oil fill cap/dipstick.
5. Start engine and use the control lever to extend and retract wedge several times to remove air from the lines. 6. With the wedge retracted, check hydraulic oil level again and fill if necessary. WARNING DO NOT remove the hydraulic oil fill cap when the engine is running or hot. Hot oil can escape, causing severe burns.
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TIRE WARNING DO NOT over inflate tyres. Serious injury can result if tyres explode. DO NOT tow the log splitter if the tyres are worn or will not hold air. DO NOT exceed the maximum 45 MPH towing speed. 5. Refer to the vehicle owner’s manual for proper safety and towing instructions. TOWING WARNING Serious injury or death can occur if towing safety rules are not followed.
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NOTE: HORIZONAL position is used for lighter logs that can easily be loaded onto the beam. The VERTICAL position is used for either light logs or heavy logs that are difficult to load onto the beam. Back injury can result from lifting logs onto the log splitter if proper lifting techniques are not used.
Maintenance and Storage WARNING Improper maintenance and storage of the log splitter may void your warranty. MAINTENANCE • Before performing maintenance, the log splitter must be placed in maintenance mode. Turn off the engine and move the control lever forward and backwards to relieve the hydraulic pressure.
Troubleshooting Problem Cylinder rod will not move SOLUTION: A,D,E,H,J Slow cylinder rod speed when extending or SOLUTION: A,B,C,H,I,K,L retracting Wood will not split or splits extremely slowly SOLUTION: A,B,C,F,I,K Engine bogs down during splitting SOLUTION: G,L Engine stalls under low load condition SOLUTION: D,E,L,M Problem when starting the engine SOLUTION: N...
Limited Warranty Warranty For 3 years from the date of purchase YTL International will replace or repair defects in material and workmanship for the original purchaser of the log splitter. For 2 years the engine warranty is covered per the engine manufactures warranty. For 1 year from date of purchase YTL International will repair or replace hydraulic system components.
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