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OWNER’S MANUAL MODEL NO. LS87522BP STARTING SERIAL #: L110-111001 Model LS87522BP Shown SPLITTER Safety IMPORTANT Assembly Read and follow all Safety Precautions and Instructions Operation before operating this Service and Adjustment equipment. Repair Parts Rev. 11-048 1602 CORPORATE DRIVE, WARRENSBURG, MISSOURI 64093...
Should you have any questions concerning this warranty, please contact us toll-free at 1-800-222-8183. The model number, serial number, date of purchase, and the name of the authorized Swisher dealer from whom you purchased the splitter will be needed before any warranty claim can be processed.
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS This Safety Alert Symbol indicates important messages in this manual. When you see this symbol, carefully read the message that follows and be alert to the possibility of personal injury. Read this manual completely. This machine can amputate hands, feet, and throw objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death.
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• NEVER operate your splitter near a flame or spark. Hydraulic oil and gasoline are flammable and can explode. • NEVER fill gas tank while the engine is hot or running. Allow the engine to cool before refueling. • This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-covered, brush-covered or grass-covered land unless the engine’s exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws (if any).
TOWING SAFETY • Do not allow persons to ride on splitter. Do not carry any cargo or wood on your splitter. It may fall off and endanger vehicles that are following you. • Be sure support leg is in the travel position and coupling secure. This must also be retracted so not to interfere while towing.
ASSEMBLY This log splitter has been partially assembled at the factory. Refer to the drawings and part lists should it become necessary to disassemble the unit for repair or replacement of parts. Inspect all components for damage. If you believe you have a damaged part please contact customer service immediately at 1-800-222-8183.
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SPLITTER OPERATION 1. Set up the log splitter in a clear, level area and block the wheels. The suction port on the tank should always be on the lower side of the log splitter. 2. Place a log on the beam, against the foot plate. Make sure the log is securely on the foot plate and up against the beam.
Exercise extreme caution, as some parts are very heavy and will require sufficient persons or mechanical handling equipment. Your Swisher Log Splitter has been produced with components designed specifically to this machine. Although standard springs, hardware and ect may look similar to parts used on other machinery, they may in some cases be made of a different construction and/or materials.
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SAFETY DECALS Replace decals immediately if damaged. OD16 – FUEL SHUT OFF DECAL 17943 – COLD WEATHER DECAL 12549 – DO NOT EXCEED 45 MPH 12494 – HYDRAULIC FILL PLUG DECAL 12532 – ADD HYDRAULIC OIL BEFORE OPERATING 12492 – OPERATOR INSTRUCTION DECAL 11427 –...
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ENGINE DETAIL MODEL LS87522BP ITEM # DESCRIPTION PART # Engine Bolt 5/16-18 X 1 1/4 Serr. Flange NB253 Bolt 5/16-18 X 2 1/4 Serr. Flange NB622 Nut 5/16-18 Serr. Flange NB170 3/16 X 1 Keystock 9030 Engine Pulley 7/8" ID...
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FILTER DETAIL ITEM NO. QTY. PART NO. DESCRIPTION 1 17627 MOUNT - FILTER 2 NB250 1/4-20 X 3/4 GR5 ZP 2 NB135 Washer - 1/4 Split Lock, Medium Duty 2 NB596 BOLT - 5/16" X 18 UNC X .75" FLANGE HEAD 4 NB170 NUT - 5/16-18 SERR FLANGE 1 NB521...
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BELT ROUTING DIAGRAM TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Cause Remedy Engine fails to start. 1. Spark plug wire disconnected. 1. Connect wire to spark plug. 2. Fuel tank not full enough or stale fuel. 2. Fill tank full with clean, fresh gasoline. 3. Throttle control lever not in correct 3.
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TROUBLESHOOTING CONTINUED Problem Cause Remedy Leaking Cylinder 1. Broken seals. 1. See authorized service center. 2. Scored cylinder. 2. See authorized service center. 12 Volt Units Engine will not turn over 1. Weak or dead battery. 1. Recharge or replace battery. 2.
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LS87522BP Specs Hydraulic Maximum Splitting Splitting Cylinder Pump Drive system Tire Metal Unit Engine Pump Valve Ball Hitch Force Positions Size Specs System Fluid Specs Fenders Weight length Capacity Belt Drive 2 Stage 4.00x4.80 8.75 1:1 Ratio Horizontal with 11 Gallons...
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SWISHER HISTORY Back before electricity came to rural Missouri Max Swisher was producing lawn mowers from his mother’s chicken house. Max never liked to mow grass. He installed a gearbox on his family’s lawn mower creating a self-propelled unit. By tying one end of a rope to the mower and the other end to a tree in the center of the yard the mower circled the tree, shortening the rope and guiding the mower in concentric circles.
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The serial number for the engine will be found on the top of the blower fan housing. All Log Splitter parts listed herein may be ordered directly from Swisher, your nearest Swisher dealer, or from our MODEL NO. website.