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Brave VH9934 Owner/Operator And Safety Manual

34 ton vertical / horizontal log splitter
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B B r r a a v v e e 3 3 4 4 T T o o n n
Vertical / Horizontal
Log Splitter
M M o o d d e e l l V V H H 9 9 9 9 3 3 4 4
Brave Products, Inc.
410 W. Broadway Ave.
Streator, Illinois 61364-0577
Phone: 815-672-8861 Fax: 815-672-9073
Owner / Operator
E-mail: sales@braveproducts.com
and Safety Manual
Web Site: www.braveproducts.com
VH9934-01

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  • Page 1 Vertical / Horizontal Log Splitter M M o o d d e e l l V V H H 9 9 9 9 3 3 4 4 Brave Products, Inc. 410 W. Broadway Ave. Streator, Illinois 61364-0577 Phone: 815-672-8861 Fax: 815-672-9073 Owner / Operator E-mail: sales@braveproducts.com...
  • Page 3 Make sure the trailer hitch of the towing vehicle is equipped with a 2 inch ball. Serial Number ______________ Date-of-Purchase ___________ Please enter the serial number and purchase date of your log splitter in the space provided. Keep this manual for future reference. 815-672-8861 Brave Products, Inc.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Warranty Card ........... 43 Brave Products, Inc.
  • Page 5 Warranty WARNING For one year from the date of purchase, Brave Products Inc. will replace for the original To avoid personal injury or death, carefully read and understand all purchaser or repair free of charge all parts of the Brave Products Hydraulic Log Splitter instructions pertaining to the Brave Products’...

  • Page 6: Introduction

    With 34 tons of splitting force, a 15 second cycle time, and a 8 HP engine the VH9934 will handle most of your log splitting needs. An attractive powder-coated finish provides the finest protection available, and Brave’s rigid, quality-control and component testing help ensure years of productive, reli-...

  • Page 7: Worksite Safety

    ALWAYS disconnect the spark plug wire when the log splitter is not in operation. Do not allow any person to operate the log splitter until they have read and understood the safe operating instructions contained in this manual. Brave Products, Inc. 815-672-8861 815-672-8861...

  • Page 8: Log Splitting Safety

    ALWAYS inspect your log splitter before each use. Make sure all nuts, bolts, screws, hydraulic fittings, hose clamps, etc. are securely tightened. Brave Products, Inc. 815-672-8861 815-672-8861 Brave Products, Inc.

  • Page 9: Towing

    NEVER tow your log splitter when there is fuel in the engine’s tank. NEVER allow anyone to sit or ride on your log splitter. NEVER carry any cargo or wood on your log splitter. Brave Products, Inc. 815-672-8861 815-672-8861 Brave Products, Inc.

  • Page 10: Refueling

    (if any). If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in effective working order by the owner and/or operator. Brave Products, Inc. 815-672-8861 815-672-8861...

  • Page 11: Assembly Instructions

    • Two 9/16’’ open end wrenches • Two 3/4” open end wrenches • Funnel • Pliers Shipping List The following chart contains the list of parts that should be shipped as part of the VH9934 Log Splitter. Description Description Base Unit (engine)

  • Page 12: Unpacking The Crate

    2. Carefully check the larger components on the shipping pallet for damage. If the parts are damaged call Brave Products at (815) 672-8861. 3. Cut all of the banding straps and open the cardboard box to make sure all the small- er parts have been shipped.

  • Page 13: Assembly Procedure

    1/2-13 x 1-1/2 inch hex head bolts, lockwashers, and nuts. Tighten the nuts securely. Roll the tongue/base unit off the pallet. Brave Products, Inc. 815-672-8861 815-672-8861 Brave Products, Inc.
  • Page 14 Tighten the nuts securely. 6. Bolt the rail rest to the rail assembly using two 1/2-13 x 1-1/2 inch long hex head bolts, lockwashers, and nuts as shown. Tighten the nuts securely. Brave Products, Inc. 815-672-8861 815-672-8861 Brave Products, Inc.
  • Page 15 The following section will detail procedures for checking your log splitter, should you using a 3/8-16 x 1-1/2 inch long hex head encounter a malfunction. Brave Products, Inc. recommends that you do not attempt to bolts, flat washer, and locknut as shown.
  • Page 16 Transmission Fluid ......... . Dextron Ill with the groove on the opposite post. Press the master link clip onto the chain link post. Make sure the clip is securely fastened in the grooves of the post. Brave Products, Inc. 815-672-8861 815-672-8861 Brave Products, Inc.
  • Page 17 5/16-18 x 1 inch long hex head bolts and 5/16-18 locknuts. The fenders are interchangeable (left or right). Posi- tion the fender over the tire with equal spacing in the front and back. Brave Products, Inc. 815-672-8861 815-672-8861 Brave Products, Inc.

  • Page 18: Hydraulic Oil Change

    18. The log splitter is now completely assem- bled. Follow the “Start-Up Procedure” in Brave Products recommends an oil and filter change every 100 hours of operation. Refer the following section, which adds oil to to the “Specifications” section in this manual for the type and quantity of oil.

  • Page 19: Start-Up Procedure

    Do not tighten the fill cap at this time. Always replace frayed, kinked, or cracked hoses and/or other damaged hydraulic com- ponents with Brave Products authorized parts and components specified in the “Parts” 2. Fill the engine’s crank case with the engine manufacturer’s recommended oil.
  • Page 20 10. Check the fluid level in the hydraulic tank and add oil as needed. Replace and tight- en the fill cap. 11. Your log splitter is now ready to use. Brave Products, Inc. 815-672-8861 815-672-8861 Brave Products, Inc.

  • Page 21: Towing

    As the log is being split, DO NOT reach forward and attempt to catch the split wood — let it fall to the ground. Brave Products, Inc. 815-672-8861 815-672-8861 Brave Products, Inc.

  • Page 22: Operation

    Brave Products’ manuals, contact your Brave Products’ dealer or call the Sales and Service representatives at our main headquarters. Proper care is your responsibility.
  • Page 23 Do not place your hands on the ends of the log when loading the log splitter. This is a very UNSAFE method and could result in injury to your hands. Brave Products, Inc. 815-672-8861 815-672-8861 Brave Products, Inc.
  • Page 24 WARNING Do not reach across or step across the rail while the log split- ter is running. This is a very UNSAFE method which could cause per- sonal injury or even death. Brave Products, Inc. 815-672-8861 815-672-8861 Brave Products, Inc.

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