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- Page 1 MXR1322B Model: XR1322GC XR1322BS Brave 22 Ton Vertical / Horizontal Log Splitters Model XR1322 Owner / Operator and Safety Manual...
- Page 2 ❏ Make sure the trailer hitch of the towing vehicle is equipped with a 2 inch ball. NOTE: Brave reserves the right to make technical changes for product improvement. This manual may contain illustrations and photographs, for demonstration purposes, which slightly deviate from the actual product design.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Warranty Card............43 800-350-8739 Brave... -
Page 4: Introduction
XR1322 will handle most of your log splitting needs. An attractive, powder-coated finish provides the finest protection available, and Brave’s rigid, quality-control and component testing help ensure years of productive, reliable service. -
Page 5: Safety
If any doubt or question arises about the correct or safe method of performing anything found in this or other Brave’ manuals, contact your Brave dealer or call the Sales and Service representatives at our main head- quarters. -
Page 6: Personal Protection
Safety DO NOT proceed if any doubt arises about the correct or safe method of performing anything found in this or other Brave manuals. Seek out expert assistance from a qualified person before continuing. CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 Engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. -
Page 7: Operating Safety
Only use your hand to operate the control lever. NEVER use your foot, knee, a rope, or any other extension device. Log Splitting Safety ✔ Always keep your fingers away from any cracks that open in the log during the splitting operation. 800-350-8739 Brave... -
Page 8: Maintenance And Repair
✔ ALWAYS be careful when backing up. You could jackknife your log splitter if care is not taken. ✔ ALWAYS disconnect your log splitter from your towing vehicle before attempting to use it. Brave 800-350-8739... -
Page 9: Refueling
(if any). If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in effective working order by the owner and/or operator. 800-350-8739 Brave... -
Page 10: Assembly Instructions
Locknuts (1/2-13) Safety Chains Control Lever (valve) Safety Quick-Link Chain Link Support Leg Assembly Clevis Pin Support Leg Cotter Pin Bolt (1/2-13 x 4-1/2 inch) Locknut (1/2-13) Hitch Pin Clip, Hair Pin On the pallet. In cardboard box. Brave 800-350-8739... -
Page 11: Unpacking The Crate
3. Open the cardboard box and make sure all the smaller parts have been shipped. The chart in the “Shipping List” section provides a complete list of all the parts shipped with your log splitter. If any parts are missing, call Brave at (800) 350-8739. XR1322 ... -
Page 12: Assembly Procedure
5. Place the front leg in the 45 degree down position and install the hitch pin through the lower front hole of the base unit and front leg. 6. Install the hair pin clip through the hitch pin. XR1322 Brave 800-350-8739... - Page 13 Install and tighten a 1/2-13 locknut. NOTE: To prevent the rail from binding, do not over tighten the locknut. This connection serves as the pivot point for XR1322 the log splitter from the vertical to horizontal position. 800-350-8739 Brave...
- Page 14 1/2 x 3 inch bolt (A). Install and tighten the locknut. Insert the end of the quick-links into the front tube of the rail assembly and insert a 1/2 x 3 inch bolt (B) through the links and hitch. Install and tighten the locknut. XR1322 Brave 800-350-8739...
- Page 15 17. Attach the control lever to the valve spool using a 1/4” x 1” long clevis pin. Secure the clevis pin with a cotter pin (bend the ends of the cotter pin to hold it in place). XR1322 800-350-8739 Brave...
- Page 16 18. Remove the plug and attach high- pressure hose (A} to the bottom valve fitting. NOTE: The high-pressure hose is self- sealing and does not require any type of sealing material. t ighten the fitting with the 10 inch crescent wrench. XR1322 XR1322 XR1322 800-350-8739 Brave...
- Page 17 3/8 inch from the end of the hose. XR1322 XR1322 20. The log splitter is now completely assembled. Follow the “Start-Up Procedure”, in the following section, which adds oil to the engine and hydraulic tank before trying to start the engine. XR1322 Model XR1322 800-350-8739 Brave...
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Page 18: Start-Up Procedure
(approximately 15 times) until the cylinder piston moves forward. (Keep everything away from the pusher plate and slide wedge during this step NOTE: Extending the cylinder piston draws the hydraulic fluid through the system and expels any trapped air in the system. Brave 800-350-8739... - Page 19 Cycle the log splitter several times. 10. Again, check the fluid level in the hydraulic tank and add oil as needed. Replace and tighten the fill cap. 11. Your log splitter is now ready to use. 800-350-8739 Brave...
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Page 20: Towing
Failure to securely attach the log splitter can cause loss of control of the vehicle or the log splitter being separated from the towing vehicle, resulting in serious injury or death. Brave 800-350-8739... -
Page 21: Operation
If any doubt or question arises about the correct or safe method of performing anything found in this or other Brave’ manuals, contact your Brave dealer or call the Sales and Service representatives at our main headquarters. Proper care is your responsibility. - Page 22 XR1322 WARNING Do not place your hands on the ends of the log when loading the log splitter. This is a very UNSAFE method and could result in injury to your hands. XR1322 Brave 800-350-8739...
- Page 23 Never use your hip or any extension device to operate the valve control handle. WARNING Do not operate the log splitter by reaching across the rail. This is a very UNSAFE method which could cause personal injury or even death. XR1322 800-350-8739 Brave...
- Page 24 (stop the wedge from retracting) and carefully remove the log from the wedge. Allowing the log to remain attached to the wedge when it is fully retracted could lead to possible injury and/or damage to the log splitter. Brave 800-350-8739...
- Page 25 Move the log under the splitting wedge keeping your hands on the sides of the log near the middle of the block. Center the log making sure that the sawed end is sitting on the large plate (base plate). XR1322 800-350-8739 Brave...
- Page 26 If you must, hold the log in the middle of the block. Remove your hand immediately when the wedge engages the log. Never use your hip or any extension device to XR1322 operate the valve control handle. Brave 800-350-8739...
- Page 27 DO NOT reach forward to grab the split wood. 3. Once the wedge reaches its full forward downward travel, push UP on the control lever to retract the cylinder. XR1322 800-350-8739 Brave...
- Page 28 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WARNING – Injury to body parts will occur if they are caught between the dislodge arms and the wood. Keep hands away from pinch point areas. ✔ Helps eject any log that sticks to the splitting wedge. ✔ Protects control valve and other hydraulic components from damage. ✔ Rugged construction to last the life of your log splitter. Brave 800-350-8739...
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Page 29: Inspection And Maintenance
Always replace frayed, kinked, or cracked hoses and/or other damaged hydraulic components with Brave authorized parts and components specified in the “Parts” section of this manual. Replacement parts from secondary suppliers (not original Brave replacement parts) can lead to product damage and/or personal injury, and will void the warranty. -
Page 30: Hydraulic Oil Change
Inspection and Maintenance Hydraulic Oil Change Brave recommends an oil change every 100 hours of operation. Refer to the “Specifications” section in this manual for the type and quantity of oil. Important Notice Never run the log splitter unless the hydraulic oil tank is full. - Page 31 Start the engine and cycle the cylinder several times. c. Retract the cylinder and shut off the engine. d. Recheck the hydraulic tank to make sure oil is filled within one inch from the top of the tank. 800-350-8739 Brave...
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Page 32: Specifications
Also, DO NOT mix different types of hydraulic oils and transmission fluids (e.g., synthetic with non-synthetic). Hydraulic oil is NOT compatible with transmission fluid, and different TYPES of hydraulic oils and transmission fluids MAY NOT BE compatible with each other. Brave 800-350-8739... -
Page 33: Troubleshooting
The following section details procedures for checking your log splitter, should you encounter a malfunction. Brave recommends that you do not attempt to make repairs to the log splitter. In the long run, it is better to take your log splitter to a servicing lawn and garden dealer for repairs. -
Page 34: Decals
Decals Make sure all decals are attached to the log splitter and/or engine ® and are legible at all times. If you are missing a decal or one is not legible, call Brave at 800-350-8739 for a replacement. 800-350-8739 Brave... - Page 35 Decals (2) (3) (5) 800-350-8739 Brave...
- Page 36 CONTROL VALVE Reverse Neutral Forward (7) (9) (10) (11) (12) (13) 800-350-8739 Brave...
- Page 37 Warning Fire Hazard 787944 Warning Pinch Point BR002652 Notice, Hydraulic Fill Serial Number BR002621 Flag BR002653 Maximum Speed 39259 Warning Poisonous Gas BR002699 XR Logo BR002622 22 Ton Brave Decal BR002559 Proper Machine Loading BR002505 Warning, Pinch Point 800-350-8739 Brave...
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Page 38: Warranty
Warranty For one year from the date of purchase, Brave will replace for the original purchaser, or repair free of charge, all parts of the Brave Hydraulic Log Splitter, returned to our factory PREPAID and found upon inspection by us to be faulty, due to defects in materials or workmanship. - Page 39 Ref# Part# Description Model BR001494 Pin, Hitch, 1/2 x 4” long BR001764 Clip, Hairpin, 3/32” 82371 Bolt, 1/2-13 x 4-1/2” long BR034019 Weldment, Front Leg 82020 Locknut, 5/16-18 XR1322GC 82021 Washer, Flat, 5/16” XR1322BS BR008578 Hose Retainer 82091 Bolt, 5/16-18 x 1” 82037 Locknut, 1/2-13 BR001021...
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Page 41: Parts
Parts 800-350-8739 Brave... - Page 42 Ref# Part# Description Qty Model BR034001 Weldment, Rail BR034003 Weldment, Slide Wedge BR013102 Guide, Slide BR013104 Retainer, Slide 82519 Lockwasher, 1/2” 82509 Nut, 1/2-13 82499 Bolt, Carriage, 1/2-13 x 2-1/2” long BR001761 Pin, Cotter BR001765 Slide Pin, 1/2 x 3” long BR004057R Cylinder BR008531A...
- Page 43 Parts 800-350-8739 Brave...
- Page 44 Ref# Part # Description Qty Model GNEGCV160 Engine, Honda GCV160 XR1322GC BR003003 Engine, Brings 5.5 HP XR1322BS 82522 Key, Square, 3/16 x 1” long BR006002E Coupling, 7/8” inside dia. 82516 Screw Set, 1/4-20 x 1/2” long BR006002B Spider (blue urethane) BR006002D Coupling, 1/2”...
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Page 45: Warranty Card
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Page 46: Optional Attachments
✔ Catches split logs - no more stooping to pick up the split pieces. ✔ Each shelf is infinitely adjustable up to 45 degrees to accommodate various sizes of logs. ✔ Mounts easily to splitter rail - all hardware included, requires no drilling or welding on cur- rent model log splitters. Brave 800-350-8739... - Page 47 Important Warranty Information To activate your Brave log splitter warranty, please Brave fill out the information in the form below and mail 20195 S. Diamond Lk. Rd., STE 100 in an envelope to the address listed on the right or Rogers, MN 55374 go online to www.braveproducts.com...
- Page 48 Notes 800-350-8739 Brave...
- Page 50 Brave 20195 S. Diamond Lake Rd., STE 100 Rogers, MN 55374 Phone: 800-350-8739 (Toll Free) Fax: 866-779-9963 E-mail: sales@braveproducts.com Website: www.braveproducts.com XR1322 09/13...
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