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Boss Industrial GD20T24 Owner's Manual

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DUAL ACTION
13 / 16 / 20 TON
GAS
LOG SPLITTER
MODEL NO.
GD13T21 / GD16T21 / GD20T24
Owner's Manual
ASSEMBLY & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Purchase Date_________Model NO. __________ _ Serial NO.______________
Dealer_____________________________________
____________________
Boss Industrial, Inc. · 123 Ambassador Drive, Suite 123 · Naperville, IL 60540 · USA
Phone: (800) 780-BOSS (2677) · Fax (331) 472-2976
Rev. 0 (2016-11)

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  • Page 1 Owner’s Manual ASSEMBLY & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Purchase Date_________Model NO. __________ _ Serial NO.______________ Dealer_____________________________________ ____________________ Boss Industrial, Inc. · 123 Ambassador Drive, Suite 123 · Naperville, IL 60540 · USA Phone: (800) 780-BOSS (2677) · Fax (331) 472-2976 Rev. 0 (2016-11)
  • Page 2 If you have any problems or questions concerning the machine, phone an authorized service dealer or contact us directly. Boss Industrial’s customer support phone number, website and mailing address can be found on this page. We want to ensure your complete satisfaction at all times.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Page(s) Important Safety Information........................1-10 General Safety Alert Signals ....................... Safety Decals ..........................Safety Symbols ..........................Training ............................Pre-operation ..........................Operation ............................Operator Zone..........................Maintenance Safety........................Fire Prevention ........................... Towing Safety ..........................Assembly & Set-up Instructions ....................... 11-22 Unpacking the Container.........................

  • Page 4: Important Safety Information

    WARNING: Read and thoroughly understand all instructions in this manual and on safety decals before assembling 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.

  • Page 5: Safety Decals

    SAFETY DECALS Make sure that all safety warning decals are in good condition and readable. Always replace missing or defaced decals. Contact BOSS at 1-800-780-2677 for replacement decals. Part #: 410-175 Part #: 410-249 Part #: 410-233 Part #: 410-512 Part #: 410-235 Part #: 410-514 Part #: 410-647...

  • Page 6: Safety Symbols

    SAFETY SYMBOLS This page depicts and describes safety symbols that may appear on this product. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine before attempting to assemble and operate. Symbol Description READ THE OPERATOR’S MANUAL(S) Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual(s) before attempting to assemble and operate.

  • Page 7: Training

    TRAINING 1. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine and in the manual(s) before attempting to assemble and operate. Keep this manual in a safe place for future and regular reference and for ordering replacement parts. 2. Be familiar with all controls and their proper operation. Know how to stop the machine and disengage them quickly. 3.

  • Page 8: Pre-Operation

    PRE-OPERATION 1. BEFORE operating this log splitter make sure that you wear safety gear such as goggles or safety glasses, steel toed shoes and tight fitting gloves (without loose cuffs or draw strings). Always wear a protective hearing device when operating this log splitter. 2.

  • Page 9: Operation

    OPERATION 1. BEFORE starting this machine review the safety instructions in the manual. Failure to follow these rules may result in serious injury to the operator or bystanders. 2. NEVER leave this machine unattended with the engine running. 3. DO NOT operate machine while under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or medication. 4.

  • Page 10: Operator Zone

    OPERATOR ZONE ONLY operate the log splitter from the operator zones as shown in the diagram below. The operator zone identified has the safest and most efficient access to the control valve and the beam in this location. Operating the log splitter in another location can result in serious injury or death.

  • Page 11: Maintenance Safety

    MAINTENANCE SAFETY Stop the engine, disconnect the spark plug and ground it against the engine before cleaning or inspecting the machine. NEVER perform any service or repair on your log splitter without first removing the spark plug wire. 2. Stop the engine and relieve the hydraulic system pressure by cycling the valve control lever from forward to reverse several times while engine is not running, returning it to neutral before repairing, adjusting fittings, hoses, tubing, or other system components.

  • Page 12: Fire Prevention

    FIRE PREVENTION VENTION 1. ALWAYS take a Class B fire extinguisher with you when operating this log splitter in dry areas. 2. NEVER operate your log splitter near a flame, spark or smoke during operation. Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other sources of ignition.

  • Page 13: Towing Safety

    TOWING SAFETY NEVER carry any cargo or wood on your log splitter. 2. NEVER allow anyone to sit or ride on your log splitter. 3. ALWAYS turn the fuel shut off valve on the engine to the “OFF” position before towing the log splitter. Failure to do so may result in flooding the engine.

  • Page 14: Assembly & Set-Up Instructions

    ASSEMBLY & SET-UP INSTRUCTIONS UNPACKING THE CONTAINER WARNING! Use extreme caution unpacking this machine. Some components are very heavy and will require additional people or mechanical handling equipment. NOTE: All references in this manual to the left or right side and front or back of the log splitter are from the operating position only.
  • Page 15 Step 2: Remove all loose parts included in the container, e.g. hardware box. Step 3: Use scissors or a knife to cut and remove the straps securing the parts to the beam or tank assembly, including fenders, wheels, tongue assembly and log trays then put aside these parts for assembly. Step 4: Use scissors or a knife to cut and remove the straps securing the engine / pump assembly to the crate bottom and then place it carefully aside.

  • Page 16: Assembling

    ASSEMBLY & SET-UP INSTRUCTIONS ASSEMBLING NOTE: Due to the weight / size of the log splitter, it’s recommended that two or more adults be present to assist with the assembling. Some lifting tools such as a hoist, crane or jack are recommended. Assembling tools needed: 1.
  • Page 17 STEP 2: Installing the two wheels. See FIGURE 4. 1. It is helpful to set the reservoir tank assembly on some blocks before mounting the wheels. Remove the plastic shipping caps from the wheels and slide the wheels onto the axels. 2.
  • Page 18 (FIGURE 5) REF. NO. DECSRIPTION QTY. Beam assembly Hardware mounted on the beam , including: Hex head bolt / M12 x 35 Flat washer / M12 Lock nut / M12 STEP 4: Installing the tongue assembly. See FIGURE 6 1. Remove the 6 sets of M12 hardware on both sides of the front end of the beam. 2.
  • Page 19 REF. NO. DECSRIPTION QTY. Tongue assembly Hardware mounted on the beam , including: Hex head bolt / M12 x 35 Flat washer / M12 Lock nut / M12 STEP 5: Installing the wheeled trailer jack assembly. See FIGURE 7. 1. Position the wheeled trailer jack against the front end of the beam. 2.
  • Page 20 (FIGURE 8) STEP 7: Installing the engine / pump assembly. See FIGURE 9. 1. Insert a vibration isolator underneath the engine at the four mounting hole positions. 2. Secure the engine with the M8 hardware then tighten the bolts using two 13mm wrenches. (FIGURE 9) REF.
  • Page 21 ½” is labeled as ② comes from the left side of the valve on the beam assembly. Connect the open end of this hose onto the fitting on top of the pump which is also labeled with a ② and tighten using a Pump / Valve connecting hose 27mm wrench or an adjustable wrench.

  • Page 22: Set-Up

    ASSEMBLY & SET-UP INSTRUCTIONS SET-UP Gas and Oil Fill-Up Service the engine with gasoline and engine oil as instructed in the engine manual provided with your log splitter. Read the instructions carefully. WARNING! Use extreme care when handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive.
  • Page 23 Filling the hydraulic oil reservoir The log splitter is shipped without hydraulic fluid in the reservoir so you must fill the reservoir before your initial use. 1. Remove the vented reservoir dipstick, which is located on top of the reservoir tank. See FIGURE 17.

  • Page 24: Operating Instructions

    OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS STARTING & STOPPING THE ENGINE 1. Place the log splitter on flat, dry, solid ground. 2. Block both wheels to prevent your log splitter from moving during operation. 3. Refer to the Engine Operator’s manual provided with your log splitter for instructions on starting and stopping the engine. USING CONTROL HANDLE The control handle has three positions.

  • Page 25: Splitting The Wood

    OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS SPLITTING THE WOOD 1. Start the engine as instructed in the Engine Operator’s manual included with the log splitter. 2. Grasp the log on the sides, place it on top of the beam against the front end plate to split the wood in the direction of the grain.

  • Page 26: Transporting The Log Splitter

    OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS TRANSPORTING THE LOG SPLITTER 1. This log splitter has a built-in wheeled trailer jack for easy maneuvering 2. Crank the jack up or down using the jack handle to position the hitch coupler over the tow ball behind your vehicle.

  • Page 27: Maintenance & Adjustments

    If you detect vibration or noise coming from the area between the engine and the pump contact an authorized dealer or Boss Industrial, Inc. If the spider coupler fails completely make sure to change it immediately or you will experience a loss of hydraulic power.
  • Page 28 (FIGURE17) (FIGURE18) 6. Refilling the reservoir tank (Please follow the steps on Page 20 to fill the reservoir tank). 7. Maintain the fluid level within the range specified on the dipstick at all times. See FIGURE 18. NOTE: When checking the fluid always make sure to push the dipstick in a twisting motion all the way down to make sure you are getting an accurate reading.

  • Page 29: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING Most problems are easy to fix. Consult the trouble shooting table below for common problems and their solutions. If you continue to experience problems contact us at www.boss-industrial.com, or call toll-free (800) 780 2677 for support. If the machine should start making an unusual noise or vibration, shut down the engine, wait 5 minutes for machine to cool down then inspect for damage.

  • Page 30: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS Model GD13T21 GD16T21 Engine See engine manual See engine manual Pump Two-Stage, 9 gpm Two-Stage, 11 gpm Cylinder (Bore x Stroke) 3 in. x 18.4 in. 3.5 in. x 18.4 in. Maximum Splitting Force 13 Tons* 16 Tons* Hydraulic Pressure...

  • Page 31: Exploded Diagram & Parts List

    EXPLODED DIAGRAM & PARTS LIST Page 25 Page 28...
  • Page 32 REF # PART # PART NAME SPECIFICATIONS QTY PER UNIT 310-850 Machine Body incl. End Plates 13 Ton 115*298*6mm/130*140*10 310-853 Machine Body incl. End Plates 16 Ton 130*307*8mm/150*140*10 310-851 Machine Body Bottom 13 Ton W100 310-854 Machine Body Bottom 16 Ton W114 710-438 Hex Head Bolt...
  • Page 33 REF # PART NAME SPECIFICATIONS QTY PER UNIT 770-123 Engine Shaft Square Key 3/16 X 1.75 960-327 Gas Engine (Kohler 6.5) 710-693 Hex Head Bolt ZP, M8*40 750-638 Flat Washer ZP, M8 960-429 Vibration Isolator 22/28 Ton Ø24*Ø9*3 720-500 Lock Nut ZP, M8 540-911 Reservoir Tank...

  • Page 34: Packing List

    PACKING LIST Beam asembly x 1 Wheeled trailer jack assembly x 1 Reservoir tank assembly x 1 Engine / Pump assembly x 1 Log tray & Log dislodger assembly x 2 Hardware kits box x 1, including: Fender x 2 Control handle lever x 1 Engine manual x 1 Wheel x 2...

  • Page 35: Warranty Service Information

    This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. This warranty applies to all BOSS brand products manufactured by or for Boss Industrial and sold in the United States.
  • Page 36 Boss Industrial, Inc. • 123 Ambassador Drive, Suite123 • Naperville, IL 60540 • USA Phone: (800) 780-BOSS (2677) • Fax (331) 472-2976 www.boss-industrial.com Page 30...

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