C. Unpacking and Assembly Instructions 1. Cut bands; remove cover and two inserts supporting the top and the bottom of the unit. Remove wheels, pivoting support and hardware bag from the box. 2. Put log splitter in the vertical position by holding the top of the beam and carefully lifting the top of the log splitter until it can stand.
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4. Folding Handle: Install the folding handle onto the frame using knobs and carriage bolts. To do this, align square opening of the folding handle with the frame’s round hole and insert carriage bolt through. Secure it with the handle knob. Repeat the same steps for the opposite side of the handle and tighten the knobs. 5.
6. Pivoting Support Installation: Align mounting hole of the Pivoting Support with the frame hole, insert Bolt and secure with Lock Nut. Repeat these steps to attach the other side of the Pivoting Support. Bolt Support 7. Attach Connecting Link to the Pivoting Support. Secure Support by attaching connecting Link to the frame...
2. Safety Warnings WARNING WHEN USING THIS LOG SPLITTER, BASIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS (INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING) SHOULD ALWAYS BE FOLLOWED TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK AND PERSONAL INJURY. • The Unit is to be operated by one person only! Keep in mind that the operator or user is responsible for accidents or hazards occurring to other people or their property.
3. Important extension cord information • Make sure the extension cord is in good condition before use. • Based on the total length of cord that you are going to use, check the chart to make sure the cord meets the correct minimum cord gauge (AWG) requirements.
WARNING NEVER CHECK HYDRAULIC FLUID LEVEL WHILE MOTOR IS RUNNING OR WHILE THE TANK IS STILL WARM AFTER THE MOTOR IS SHUT OFF. HOT PRESSURIZED FLUID CAN ESCAPE THROUGH THE OPENING AND CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY. BEFORE PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE, BE SURE THAT: •...
NOTE: We recommend that wood be left to air dry, as it will make the splitting process much easier and faster. Wood which is well seasoned also produces up to 44% more heat than green wood. Several things can limit the splitting capacity of the log splitter: knotty wood, wood with twisted grain, or a stump with roots.
5. Place the log on the pressure plate of the machine. Be sure that the body of the log is lying firmly against the vertical beam of the log splitter and the end of the log is well supported by the pressure plate. If the log tends to wobble, reposition it by turning it.
H. How to change the hydraulic oil Oil should be changed after every 100 hours of operation. The drain port/dipstick is located at the end of the unit Recommended Oil Types: Shell Tellus T22 Aral Vitam GF22 SP Energol HCP22 Mobil DTE11 or equivalent IMPORTANT! DO NOT MIX FLUID BRANDS AND TYPES! DO NOT USE OTHER GRADE OILS.
• To drain the oil, tip unit, place an empty container that can hold at least 1 Gallon (4 Liters) of oil under the end of log splitter. • Use an Allen Wrench and remove Drain Port Plug/Dipstick and the seal in the aluminum cover plate of the log splitter.
J. Transport Log Splitter is equipped with two 10” diameter Wheels to make it easier to move around. If you would like to move your log splitter to different locations, secure the unit during transport to prevent damage or injury.
L. Troubleshooting Continued Problem – Pressure Plate Advances with a Jerky Motion or with Strong Vibration Possible Cause o Air in the Hydraulic System Open bleed screw, and cycle pressure plate of log splitter three to four times back and forth to help remove any air that may have mixed into the hydraulic fluid.
Betst Products, LLC. / Pow’R’kraft Log Splitter WARRANTY & REGISTRATION TIYA Lawn & Garden Products warrants to original Purchaser that its product is free from major defects in material under normal use and service for a period of 2 Years from the date the product is purchased.
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WARRANTY VOID IF REGISTATION IS NOT MAILED WITHIN 15 DAYS OF PURCHASE DATE REGISTRATION Log Splitter Model # _____________________ Purchase Date___/___/___ Purchased From: _____________________________ Owner Name: _______________________________________ Owner Address: _______________________________________ City: ________________________ County: ___________ ST: ______ Zip Code: _____________ Phone: ____________________ Email: _____________________ Attach a Copy of Purchase Receipt Acceptance of responsibility: I (Purchaser) have read operators manual and Limited Warranty or someone has read/and explained all...
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