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Gas Log Splitter
Operator's Manual
MODEL NUMBER
YS3265
YS3665
YS4065
SERIAL NUMBER
PURCHASE DATE
Both model number and serial
number may be found on the
main label. You should record
both of them in a safe place for
future use.
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- Page 1 Save This Manual for Future Reference Gas Log Splitter Operator’s Manual MODEL NUMBER YS3265 YS3665 YS4065 SERIAL NUMBER PURCHASE DATE Both model number and serial number may be found on the main label. You should record both of them in a safe place for future use.
- Page 2 Up for the job? YARDMAX is. When looking for outdoor power equipment (OPE) to get the job done right, at the right price, YARDMAX delivers the perfect combination of performance and practicality. YARDMAX has a solution that’s right for you.
- Page 3 California to cause cancer and birth defects DISCLAIMER or other reproductive harm. For more information, go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov. YARDMAX reserves the right to discontinue, change, and improve its products at any time without notice or obligation to the purchaser. The descriptions and ENVIRONMENTAL specifications contained in this manual were in effect at printing.
- Page 4 SUPPORT Have questions about your YARDMAX equipment? Call us at 847-327-0566 or 844-YARDMAX, email us at support@yardmax.com, or contact us via your favorite social media site. SPECIFICATIONS Model # YS3265 YS3665 YS4065 Splitting Force* 32 Ton 36 Ton 40 Ton Log Capacity 25.5"...
- Page 5 Gas Log Splitter Operator’s Manual » Model # YS3265 YS3665 YS4065 Pump Size 14 GPM 14 GPM 18 GPM Hydraulic Cylinder Bore 4.5" 4.75" 5" Hydraulic Cylinder Stroke 24" 24" 24" Hydraulic Rod Diameter 1.75" 2" 2" Cylinder Cycle Time* 15.4 seconds...
- Page 6 SYMBOLS The rating plate on your machine may show symbols. These represent important information about the product or instructions on its use. Never remove partially split wood from Read these instructions carefully. the wedge with your hands. Fingers may become trapped between the split wood. Keep hands and feet away from Wear eye protection.
- Page 7 Gas Log Splitter Operator’s Manual » SAFETY GENERAL SAFETY RULES Wear appropriate hearing protection. UNDERSTAND YOUR MACHINE Read this manual and labels affixed to the machine to understand Always keep hands and feet away from all moving parts during its limitations and potential hazards. operation.
- Page 8 ENGINE SAFETY Avoid creating a source of ignition for spilled fuel. If fuel is spilled, do not attempt to start the engine but move the machine away This machine is equipped with an internal combustion engine. from the area of spillage and avoid creating any source of ignition Do not use on or near any unimproved, forest covered, or brush until fuel vapors have dissipated.
- Page 9 Gas Log Splitter Operator’s Manual » SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES VERTICAL OPERATING POSITION PREPARATION OF THE LOG Both ends of the log should be cut as square as possible to prevent the log from rotating out of the splitter during operation. Never split logs greater than the specified log capacity.
- Page 10 Check before towing to make sure the log splitter is correctly and Use extra care when towing the log splitter. Do not exceed 45 securely attached to the towing vehicle and the safety chains are mph. Towing the log splitter at a speed greater than 45 mph could secured to the hitch or bumper of the vehicle with enough slack result in loss of control, damage to the equipment, serious injury, to allow turning.
- Page 11 Gas Log Splitter Operator’s Manual » Figure 1b CONTENTS SUPPLIED Your YARDMAX log splitter comes partially assembled and contains the following: OPTIONAL Handware Kit Premium 4-Cycle NET CONTENTS 35 OZ (1.05 L) 1. Beam and Reservoir with Engine 4. Wheel Axle 2.
- Page 12 Bridge Pin 14. Support leg 15. Engine Oil M8 X 20 16. Log Table (Optional) M10 X 35 17. Hardware Kit, Including: YS3265 M10 X 35 M12 X 80 YS3665 M12 X 30 M10 X 20 YS4065 M12 X 35...
- Page 13 Gas Log Splitter Operator’s Manual » ASSEMBLY This log splitter was partially assembled at the factory. To assemble your machine follow the below instructions. WEDGE LANDING SUPPORTER 1. Holding the cylinder handle to slowly drag the cylinder about 13.8 inch outward ( See Figure 2a, illustration 1). then put the Hydraulic Cylinder Handle wedge landing supporter against the beam base and wedge ( See Figure 2a, illustration 2).
- Page 14 WHEEL 3. Remove the anti-dust sleeves from the two wheels. Take the anti-dust washers and roller bearings from the wheels and set 1. Remove the two anti-dust sleeves from the wheel axle. aside for later use. Wheel Axle Anti-dust Washer (x2) Anti-dust Sleeve (x4)
- Page 15 Gas Log Splitter Operator’s Manual » SUPPORT LEG 1. Align the support leg to the upper hole on the unit. Insert the U-shaped lock pin to hold the support leg in place. 2. Slightly lift the machine by the tow bar while rotating it so that the support leg can drop to the down position supporting the machine on the ground 3.
- Page 16 MANUAL TUBE FENDER 1. Remove the cap of the manual tube. Align the holes in the Align the left fender to the tank assembly. Insert the M8x20 bolts, manual tube with the holes in the tow bar, insert and tighten spring washers, flat washers, and tighten by using a 13mm wrench.
- Page 17 M10 nuts. (See Figure 10) Vertical Position Hydraulic Cylinder Handle Trunnion Mount Horizontal Position Figure 11b 3. Install the log stripper by tightening the M10x35 bolts, spring washers, and flat washers. (See Figure 11c) (YS3265 ONLY) 2" M10x35 (x3) Log Stripper M10x35 (x3)
- Page 18 Trunnion Mount HOSES 3. Install the log stripper by tightening the M10x35 and M10x20 bolts, spring washers, and flat washers. (See Figure 11d) 1. Assemble the High Pressure Supply Hose and Low Pressure (YS3665 and YS4065 ONLY) Return Hose onto the control valve. ( See Figure 12) Low Pressure Return Hose High Pressure Supply Hose M10x35...
- Page 19 Gas Log Splitter Operator’s Manual » LOG CRADLES LOG TABLE (OPTIONAL) 1. Align the holes on the left log cradle to the inside and lower holes Refer to Figures 15a and 15b to install the work table. Remove on the beam mounts. Insert the M12x35 bolts, flat washers, nuts the bolts, flat washers, and nuts from the inside holes.
- Page 20 KNOW YOUR MACHINE FEATURES AND CONTROLS Log Table (Optional) 2-Position Log Cradle Split Control Handle Log Stripper Cylinder Hydraulic Cylinder Handle Manual Tube Beam Assembly Hydraulic Tank Horizontal Beam Lock Hydraulic Pump Hydraulic Breather/Dipstick Support Leg 2” Ball Hitch Coupler Safety Chains Control Valve Know Your Machine...
- Page 21 Gas Log Splitter Operator’s Manual » Engine On/Off Switch Recoil Starter Handle Throttle Control Choke Control Fuel Shut-Off Valve 2-POSITION LOG CRADLE LOG STRIPPER The log cradles are designed to catch the log after it is split. The log stripper is designed to remove any partially split wood from the wedge.
- Page 22 THROTTLE CONTROL CHOKE CONTROL The throttle control regulates the speed of the engine The choke control is used to choke the carburetor and and will shut off the engine when it is moved to the assist in starting the engine. The choke control slides STOP position.
- Page 23 Gas Log Splitter Operator’s Manual » STARTING ENGINE STOP ENGINE 1. Make sure the control lever is in the neutral position. Return the cylinder to fully retracted position or home position. Move the Throttle lever to SLOW ( ). Move the engine switch to OFF.
- Page 24 CONVERSION BETWEEN HORIZONTAL SPLITTING Neutral Position POSITION AND VERTICAL SPLITTING POSITION Reverse Forward Position Position Horizontal Beam Lock Horizontal Position Figure 16a Reverse Position Lifting Handle Neutral Position Forward Position Rotating Position Figure 16b STUCK LOG PROCEDURE If a log does not split completely and becomes stuck on the wedge, never attempt to remove it by modifying the splitter or adding attachments to the splitter.
- Page 25 Gas Log Splitter Operator’s Manual » TRANSPORTING MOVING BY HANDS 3. Make sure hitch is in good working order. 4. Check safety chains. Two safety chains must be used while The log splitter is heavy. It can crush and cause towing.
- Page 26 MAINTENANCE Inspect and maintain the log splitter before each use. If the ADD HYDRAULIC OIL TO OIL TANK log splitter has been used previously, it must be inspected and 1. Make sure the log splitter is on a flat, level surface. maintained before each subsequent use.
- Page 27 Gas Log Splitter Operator’s Manual » STORAGE Follow the instructions below for storing your log splitter between Always drain fuel from the tank in an outdoor, well- uses. ventilated area. 1. Retract the wedge completely to keep the rod protected from Stay away from sources of heat, flame, or sparks corrosion.
- Page 28 TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Cause Remedy 1. Purge air by extending and retracting 1. Air in the hydraulic oil system the wedge several times until motion is Wedge movement is smooth 2. Debris lodged in beam guides slow or erratic 2. Clear debris from beam 3.
- Page 29 Gas Log Splitter Operator’s Manual » PARTS DIAGRAM Parts Diagram YS3265PM05 - 2311...
- Page 30 YS3265 PARTS LIST Description Description Description Welded Hose 38 Gear Pump Connector Left 75 Nut M22 U hoop 39 Elastic Spider Block 76 Dust Cap High Pressure Supply Hose 40 Gear Pump Connector Right 77 Cotter Pin 4x50 135° Fitting 1...
- Page 31 Gas Log Splitter Operator’s Manual » Parts Diagram YS3265PM05 - 2311...
- Page 32 YS3665 PARTS LIST Description Description Description Welded Hose 38 Gear Pump Connector Left 75 Nut M22 U hoop 39 Elastic Spider Block 76 Dust Cap High Pressure Supply Hose 40 Gear Pump Connector Right 77 Cotter Pin 4x50 135° Fitting 1 41 Key 3/16x30 78 Bolt M12x30 Control Valve...
- Page 33 Gas Log Splitter Operator’s Manual » Parts Diagram YS3265PM05 - 2311...
- Page 34 YS4065 PARTS LIST Description Description Description Welded Hose 38 Gear Pump Connector Left 75 Nut M22 U hoop 39 Elastic Spider Block 76 Dust Cap High Pressure Supply Hose 40 Gear Pump Connector Right 77 Cotter Pin 4x50 135° Fitting 1 41 Key 1/4x50 78 Bolt M12x30 Control Valve...
- Page 35 Gas Log Splitter Operator’s Manual » OPTIONAL LOG TABLE Description Bolt M10x25 Log Table Flat Washer 10 Spring Washer 10 Nut M10 Parts List YS3265PM05 - 2311...
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