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SpEciFicaTionS MoDEL # 40318 Log SpLiTTER Electric Motor 2 Horsepower 115 Volts, 15 Amps, 1500 Watts 1 Phase, 60 Hertz, 3450 RPM Power Cord AWG 14, 2’, UL listed, 3-prong Measured Amperage 7 with no load 15 with load 187912...
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REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES. Be sure that keys and adjusting wrenches are removed from the tool or machine work surface before operation. AVOID UNINTENTIONAL STARTING. Be sure that you are prepared to begin work before Page 3 SKU # 40318...
REPLACEMENT PARTS AND ACCESSORIES. When servicing, use only identical replacement parts. Use of any other parts will void the warranty. Only use parts and accessories intended for use with this tool, which are available from Harbor Freight Tools. SpEciaL WaRningS WHEn uSing THiS Log SpLiTTER Using this powerful tool may create special hazards.
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Operation and Maintenance instructions provided in this manual. Figure 2 Major components overview Wedge Log Guiding Plates Log Pusher/Lifting Handle Handle A Handle B Shield Pump Cover Main Body Motor Base Motor Assembly Motor Start Switch Wheels Page 5 SKU # 40318...
Stack as you work. This will provide a safer work area, by keeping it uncluttered, and avoid the danger of tripping, or damaging the power cord. Remember to retighten the Bleed Screw (#14) when you are finished. Page 6 SKU # 40318...
150’ 175’ 200’ AMPS AWG AWG AWG AWG AWG AWG AWG AWG 0-10.0 10.1-13.0 13.1-15 —- 15-18 —- —- Do not modify your plug in any way. If you have any doubt, call a qualified electrician. Page 7 SKU# 40318...
UNDERTAKEN BY CERTIFIED AND LICENSED TECHNICIANS AND NOT BY THE BUYER. THE BUYER ASSUMES ALL RISK AND LIABILITY ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER REPAIRS TO THE ORIGINAL PRODUCT OR REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO, OR ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER INSTALLATION OF REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO. Page 8 SKU # 40318...
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MoDEL # 40318 Log SpLiTTER paRTS LiST Page 9 SKU # 40318...
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MoDEL # 40318 Log SpLiTTER paRTS DiagRaM note: Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only and are not available individually as replacement parts. Page 10 SKU # 40318 REV 02/02 REV 03/04...
LiMiTED 1 YEaR / 90 DaY WaRRanTY Harbor Freight Tools Co. makes every effort to assure that its products meet high quality and durability standards, and warrants to the original purchaser that for a period of one year from date of purchase that the tank is free of defects in materials and workmanship (90 days if used by a professional contractor or if used as rental equipment).
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