22 ton vertical/horizontal log splitter (16 pages)
Summary of Contents for SpeeCo SPLITMASTER 401635MILLS
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35 TON VERTICAL/HORIZONTAL LOG SPLITTER MODEL NO. 401635MILLS Owner’s Manual ASSEMBLY & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS This safety alert symbol identifies important safety messages in this manual. Failure to follow this important safety information may result in serious injury or death. LS134-819-1209 Rev.
Table of Contents Page(s) Important Safety Information......................... Intended Use ......................... Personal Protective Equipment ....................Safety Decals ........................General Safety ........................Preparation of the Log ......................Work Area ........................... Operation of the Log Splitter ....................Repair and Maintenance Safety ..................... Hydraulic Safety ........................Fire Prevention ........................
WARNING: Read and thoroughly understand all instructions and safety information before assem- bling or operating this log splitter. Failure to do so may cause serious injury or death. Do not allow anyone to operate this log splitter who has not read this manual. As with all power equipment, a log splitter can be dangerous if assembled or used improperly.
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PART NUMBER: 52055200 LOCATION: BOTH STRIPPER PLATES AND CYLINDER PART NUMBER: 52023200 LOCATION: HYDRAULIC TANK LOWER TANK, RIGHT CORNER PART NUMBER: 51018900 LOCATION: TOP OF HYDRAULIC CYLINDER Page 2...
GENERAL SAFETY Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death. ALWAYSEread the operator’s manual before operation. It is located in the plastic canister on the tongue. EVER NEVER allow children to operate this log splitter. NEVER allow adults lacking proper instructions and understanding to operate this log splitter.
KNOW how to stop the log splitter and disengage the controls before operating it. NEVER place hands or feet between the log and splitting wedge during forward or reverse stroke. Serious injury or death could result. NEVER straddle or step over the log splitter during operation. NEVER reach or bend over the log splitter to pick up a log.
HYDRAULIC SAFETY The hydraulic system of your log splitter requires careful inspection along with the mechanical parts. Be sure to replace frayed, kinked, cracked or otherwise damaged hydraulic hoses or hydraulic components. NEVER check for leaks of hydraulic fluid with your hand. Fluid escaping from a small hole can be almost invisible. Escaping fluid under pressure can have sufficient force to penetrate skin causing serious personal injury or even death.
IMPORTANT NOTE: This log splitter 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 efffective working order by the operator.
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS NOTE: This log splitter was partially assembled at the factory. Refer to the drawings and parts list should it become necessary to disassemble the unit for repair or replacement of parts ITEM NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION QTY. 401610B0 Beam Assembly 40160900 Tank Assembly...
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STEP 3: Attach the tongue assembly (5) to the tank assembly (1) using two 1/2” NC x 4-1/2” hex cap bolts (2), two 1/2” l lock washers (3) and two 1/2” hex nuts (4). Tighten. ITEM NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION QTY.
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STEP 5: Connect the end of the 1/2” ID x 38” hydraulic pressure hose (1) coming from the fitting on the pump to the fitting on the valve . See illustrations below. STEP 6: Slide one hose clamp (3) on the end of the 3/4” x 56” hydraulic return hose (2 ) that comes from the fitting on the filter .
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STEP 8: Attach the two fenders (1) to the tank/axle using the four 1/4” NC x 3/4” hex cap bolts (2), the four 1/4” flat washers (3 ) , the four 1/4” lock washers (4) and the four 1/4:” NC hex nuts (5). Tighten ITEM NO.
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ENGINE/PUMP ASSEMBLY BREAKDOWN ITEM NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION QTY. 5/16”-18 UNC Nylock Nut 5/16” Regular Lock Washer 5/16” x 1-1/4” GR 5 Bolt 5/16” x 1” UNF GR 5 Bolt 39054500 Briggs & Stratton 1450 Engine 39070900 16 GPM Pump 40034300 1/4”...
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TONGUE ASSEMBLY BREAKDOWN ITEM NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION QTY. 17280300 M10 x 1.5 Nylock Nut 17271600 M10 x 1.5 x 100mm GR5 Bolt 17272000 M10 x 1.5 x 120mm GR5 Bolt 17290800 M10 Flat Washer 40129200 Tongue with Wheel Jack 40034600 Hitch Ball Assembly 40032300...
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: Read and thoroughly understand all instructions and safety information before operating this log splitter. Failure to do so may cause serious injury or death. Do not allow anyone to operate this log splitter who has not read this manual. As with all power equipment, a log splitter can be dangerous if assembled or used improperly.
CAUTION: TURN FUEL SHUT OFF VALVE TO THE “OFF” POSITION PRIOR TO TOWING.FAILURE TO DO SO MAY RESULT IN FLOODING THE ENGINE. NOTE: The engine maximum governed speed is preset at the factory at 3600 RPM no load speed. When splitting wood the throttle should be set at the maximum speed to develop the horsepower required for the pump.
MAINTENANCE 1) Consult the operating and maintenance instructions of the engine manufacturer for engine care and maintenance. 2) Always check the oil level of the hydraulic reservoir before operation. Operating the log splitter without an adequate oil supply will cause severe damage to the pump.
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IMPORTANT NOTICE We, the manufacturer, reserve the right to change the product and/or specifications in this manual without notification. The manual is for information usage only and the pictures and drawings depicted herein are for reference only. NOTES Warranty Repair and Service Do not return this product to the store for warranty issues or repair.
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