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IMPORTANT: READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY
Warning:
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). If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator. In the State of California the above is required
by law (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code). Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands. A spark
arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest engine authorized service dealer or contact the service department, P.O. Box 368023
Cleveland, Ohio 44136-9722.
CUB CADET CORP. P.O. BOX 368023 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-9722
PRINTED IN U.S.A.
Operator's Manual
Log Splitter
Model LS27T
(24AF572B710)
.
FORM NO
770-10037D.fm
(7/11/2005)
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- Page 1 (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code). Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands. A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest engine authorized service dealer or contact the service department, P.O. Box 368023 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-9722. CUB CADET CORP. P.O. BOX 368023 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-9722 PRINTED IN U.S.A. FORM NO 770-10037D.fm...
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If you have difficulty assembling this product or have any questions regarding the controls, operation or maintenance of this unit, please call our Dealer Referral Line for contact information on your local Cub Cadet dealer. Call 1- (800)-528-1009 to reach the Customer Dealer Referral Line. Please have your unit’s model number and serial number ready when you call. -
Page 3: Important Safe Operation Practices
SECTION 1: IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES WARNING: This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not followed, could endanger the personal safety and/or property of yourself and others. Read and follow all instructions in this manual before attempting to operate this machine. Failure to comply with these instructions may result in personal injury. - Page 4 If gasoline is spilled, wipe it off the engine and 14. Never move this machine while the engine is running. equipment. move machine to another area. Wait 5 15. This machine should not be towed on any street, highway minutes before starting the engine. or public road without checking the existing federal, state, Never store the machine or fuel container inside or local vehicle requirements.
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Page 5: Assembling Your Log Splitter
SECTION 2: ASSEMBLING YOUR LOG SPLITTER Unpacking from Crate Attaching the Tongue • With the log splitter still standing upright, remove • Pry top, sides, and ends off the crate. Set panels two hex bolts, lock washers, and hex nuts from the aside to avoid tire puncture or personal injury. - Page 6 Preparing the Log Splitter • Disconnect the log cradle from the beam on the side of the control valve. See Figure 4. • Lubricate the beam area (where the splitting wedge will slide) with engine oil; do not use grease. •...
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Page 7: Know Your Log Splitter
SECTION 3: KNOW YOUR LOG SPLITTER Compare the illustration in Figure 7 below with the controls on your log splitter, and get familiar with its features before starting to operate. Know how to stop the machine quickly in the event of an emergency. Log Dislodger Cylinder How it works... -
Page 8: Operating Your Log Splitter
SECTION 4: OPERATING YOUR LOG SPLITTER Before Each Use WARNING: Read, understand, and follow all • Remove the dipstick and check hydraulic fluid level. instructions and warnings on the machine and Refill if necessary. in this manual before operating. • Check engine oil level. - Page 9 • To lock the beam in the vertical position, pull out on 7. Attempt to cut wood across the grain. the vertical beam lock and rotate it to secure the 8. Attempt to remove partially split wood from the beam. See Figure 7. wedge with your hands.
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Page 10: Adjusting Your Log Splitter
b. If coupler hitch is too loose on ball: Turn WARNING: Do not tow faster than 45mph adjustment nut one turn clockwise. and check local, state, and federal • Connect the safety chains to the towing vehicle. requirements before towing on any public road. NOTE: caution when... - Page 11 Hydraulic Fluid • Remove three nuts and lock washers that secure the pump to the coupling shield. Two nuts are at the • Check the hydraulic fluid level in the log splitter bottom corners and one is in the top center. reservoir tank before each use.
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Page 12: Troubleshooting
SECTION 7: STORING YOUR LOG SPLITTER Prepare your log splitter for storage at the end of the • Drain fuel tank. Always drain fuel into approved season or if the log splitter will not be used for 30 days container outdoors, away from open flame. Be sure or more. - Page 13 Hydraulic Troubleshooting Problem Cause Remedy Cylinder rod will not move 1. Broken drive shaft. 1. See authorized service dealer. 2. Shipping plugs left in hydraulic 2. Disconnect hydraulic hoses, remove hoses. shipping plugs, reconnect hoses. 3. Set screws in coupling not adjusted 3.
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Page 14: Parts List
SECTION 9: PARTS LIST 20 19 80 81... - Page 15 Model Series 570 Ref. Ref. Part No. Part Description Part No. Part Description 718-0769 Hydraulic Cylinder 781-0686 Log Tray Bracket 727-0634 Hydraulic Tube 681-04040 Frame Assembly 710-1018 Hex Cap Screw 1/2-20 x 2.75 726-0214 Push Cap 737-0192 90 Degree Solid Adapter 732-0583 Compression Spring 781-0526...
- Page 16 MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR: The limited warranty set forth below is given by Cub Cadet Cub Cadet does not extend any warranty for products LLC with respect to new merchandise purchased and used in sold or exported outside of the United States, its the United States, its possessions and territories.
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