Mid-States Distributing BLACK DIAMOND BD3PTLS Operation Manual

3-point hitch vertical/horizontal log splitters

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3-POINT HITCH
VERTICAL/HORIZONTAL LOG SPLITTERS
Operation Manual
MODEL #'s BD3PTLS
This safety alert symbol identifies important safety messages in
this manual. Failure to follow this important safety information may
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result in serious injury or death.

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  • Page 1 3-POINT HITCH VERTICAL/HORIZONTAL LOG SPLITTERS Operation Manual MODEL #’s BD3PTLS 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.
  • Page 2 DESIGNED IN THE USA For Service or Questions: Call 888-723-6534 BLACK DIAMOND is a registered trademark of Mid-States Distributing, LLC. ® © Mid-States Distributing, LLC. Manufactured for and distributed by Mid-States Distributing, LLC. Fort Worth, TX 76137 USA.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Important Safety Information Intended Use .................4 Personal Protective Equipment .............4 Safety Decals .................5 General Safety ................6 Preparation of the Log ..............6 Work Area ..................6 Operation of the Log Splitter ............7 Repair and Maintenance Safety .............8 Hydraulic Safety ................8 Unpacking and Assembly Assembly Overview .................9 Frame Assembly ................10...
  • Page 4: Important Safety Information

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION WARNING WARNING: Read and understand the complete Operation Manual before assembling or using this product! Failure to comprehend and comply with warnings, cautions and instructions for assembly and operation could result in serious injury or death. Do not permit children to operate this equipment at any time. Do not permit others that have not read and understood the complete Operation Manual to operate this equipment.
  • Page 5: Safety Decals

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION SAFETY DECALS Make sure all safety warning decals are attached and in readable condition. Replace missing or defaced decals. Call 888-723-6534 for replacement decals. WARNING DANGER ATTENTION EQUIPMENT OPERATION SHALL ONLY BE PERFORMED IN THE DESIGNATED OPERATOR ZONE BY ONE PERSON UTILISER CET EQUIPEMENT SEUL, DEPUIS LA ZONE DE L’OPÉRATEUR DESIGNÉE EN ORANGE HORIZONTAL OPERATION...
  • Page 6: General Safety

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION DANGER GENERAL SAFETY Failure to follow warnings, cautions, assembly and operation instructions in the Operation Manual may result in serious injury or death. Read the Operation Manual before operation. • Do not permit children to operate this equipment at any time. Do not permit others that have not read and understood the complete Operation Manual to operate this equipment.
  • Page 7: Operation Of The Log Splitter

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION OPERATION OF THE LOG SPLITTER Operate the log splitter from within the operation zone as shown in the diagrams below. The operator has the safest and most efficient access to the control valve and the beam in these locations. DANGER Failure to operate the log splitter in this position can result in serious injury or death.
  • Page 8: Repair And Maintenance Safety

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION REPAIR AND MAINTENANCE WARNING • Do not operate the log splitter when it is in poor mechanical condition or in need of repair. Frequently check that all nuts, bolts, screws, hydraulic fittings and hose clamps are tight. •...
  • Page 9: Assembly Overview

    ASSEMBLY OVERVIEW List of tools needed for assembly: • Scissors • Hammer or crowbar • (2) 18mm wrenches • (2) 19mm wrenches Item # Part # Description Qty. LSP25B-01000 & LSP25A-08000 Beam & Cylinder Assembly LTS25-01000 Front Support Leg Assembly LTS25-03000 Beam Pivot Bracket Assembly LTS25-02000...
  • Page 10: Frame Assembly

    FRAME ASSEMBLY Installation 1. Attach front support leg assembly to the beam pivot bracket assembly using hex bolt, M12 x 100mm D; flat washer, Ø12 E; nylon lock nut, M12 F. Loosely tighten the nuts. 2. Attach rear support leg assembly to the other side of the beam pivot bracket assembly using hex bolt, M12 x 90mm H;...
  • Page 11: Beam & Frame Assembly

    BEAM AND FRAME ASSEMBLY Installation 1. Attach the beam assembly to the front support leg assembly with hitch pin and R-clip E, lower beam and secure with safety pinF. 2. Check tightness of all fittings, nuts and bolts prior to filling the log splitter with fluids. Item # Part # Description Qty.
  • Page 12: Operating Instructions

    OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS DANGER WARNING: Read and understand the complete Operation Manual before assembling or using this product! Failure to comprehend and comply with warnings, cautions and instructions for assembly and operation could result in serious injury or death. Operation of power equipment can be dangerous.
  • Page 13: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE 1. With normal use the log splitter will not require any regular maintenance other than checking for loose bolts and the inspection of hoses and fittings. 2. If the wedge becomes dull or nicked, it can be removed and sharpened. Remove the 1/2 in.
  • Page 14: Beam & Cylinder Assembly

    BEAM AND CYLINDER ASSEMBLY...
  • Page 15 BEAM AND CYLINDER ASSEMBLY Item # Part # Description Qty. LSP25B-01000 Beam LSP25B-02000 Wedge, 8 in., 9101-12065-DX Hex Bolt, M12 x 65mm, G8.8 9206-12000-DX Nylon Lock Nut, M12 LSP25A-08000 Hydraulic Cylinder LSP25-00001-DX Tube LSA22-09000 Control Valve LSP25-17000 Combination Connector 9901-15*2.5 O Ring, Ø15 x 2.5 LSP25-06000 Ferrule Connector...
  • Page 16: Front Support Leg Assembly

    FRONT SUPPORT LEG ASSEMBLY Item # Part # Description Qty. LTS25-01000 Front Support Leg Assembly LSP25-00006-DX Safety Pin LSP25-00003-DX Spring 9301-12000-DX Flat Washer, Ø12 9404-03030-DX Cotter Pin, Ø3 x 30...
  • Page 17: Beam Pivot Bracket Assembly

    BEAM PIVOT BRACKET ASSEMBLY Item # Part # Description Qty. LTS25-03000 Beam Pivot Bracket Assembly 1 LSP25-00008-DX Safety Pin LSP25-00003-DX Spring 9301-12000-DX Flat Washer, Ø12 9404-03030-DX Cotter Pin, Ø3 x 30 LTS25-00001-DX Suspension pin T680-20000-DX Lock Pin...
  • Page 18: Rear Support Leg Assembly

    REAR SUPPORT LEG ASSEMBLY Item # Part # Description Qty. LTS25-02000 Rear Support Leg Assembly LTS25-00002-DX Suspension pin T680-20000-DX Lock Pin 9301-22000-DX Flat Washer, Ø22 9306-22000-DX Lock Washer, Ø22 9201-22000-DX Hex Nut, M22...
  • Page 19 MAINTENANCE NOTES...
  • Page 20 WARRANTY 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. Warranty Repair and Service Do not return this product to the store for warranty issues or repair.

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