Specifications; Mechanical Specifications; Hydraulic Specifications; Hydraulic Oil Specifications (Non Foaming) - Brave EZ Split Owner/Operator And Safety Manual

Specifications

Mechanical Specifications

Slide Rail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 x 4 inch, reinforced, heavy-duty, steel tube
Wedge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . High carbon steel, 3/4" inch thick
Force/Tonnage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 tons
Cylinder Stroke . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 inches
Log Opening . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 inch maximum
Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.5 HP horizontal shaft engine (Briggs & Stratton)

Hydraulic Specifications

Cylinder Size . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 x 18 inch, trunnion mount cylinder with 1.25 inch rod
Hydraulic System Capacity (including cylinder, tank, hoses, and filter) . . . 1.5 gallons
Safety Release Control Valve . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Detent, auto return
Gear Pump . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . single-stage, 2.7 GPM
Shipping Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148 lbs.
Operating Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138 lbs.

Hydraulic Oil Specifications (non foaming)

Tractor Hydraulic Oil
For extremely cold weather conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SAE 10W
For extremely warm weather conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SAE 30W
Transmission Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Dextron Ill
Important Notice
DO NOT mix tractor hydraulic oil with transmission fluid. Use one or the other.
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The following section details procedures for checking your log splitter, should you
encounter a malfunction. Brave Products, Inc. recommends that you do not attempt to
make repairs to the log splitter. In the long run, it is better to take your log splitter to a
servicing lawn and garden dealer for repairs.
Problem: When the control handle is pushed forward (extend), the pusher plate does
not move.
1. Check the hydraulic tank to make sure the oil level is visible in the bottom
of the fill elbow.
2. Remove the pump from the engine flange. Check the coupler, making
sure the drive keys are in place and there is no damage to the urethane
spider.
3. Disconnect the pusher plate from the cylinder. Grasp the hydraulic cylin-
der shaft and try to pull it out. If the rod comes out easily, you will need to
rebuild or replace the cylinder.
4. Once you have determined that the engine-to-pump coupler is intact and
the cylinder is in good condition, you will need to replace the pump.
Problem: The engine stalls when the pusher plate engages the wood.
1. The engine may not be properly adjusted. Take the engine to a service
center for repair and/or adjustment.
2. If all engine settings are correct, replace the pump.
Problem: The pusher plate moves slowly, but will split wood.
1. Check the oil level in the hydraulic tank and fill if necessary.
2. Check the high-pressure hose, fittings, and valve openings for dirt and
debris that may have obstructed the openings.
3. If the ram speed is still slow, replace the pump.
Problem: The ram will not automatically retract.
1. Check the slide rail or pusher plate for damage.
2. Push the valve handle to the retract position. If the handle will not stay in
this position, contact the factory.
Problem: Oil squirts from the fill plug during operation.
1. The oil tank may be over-filled. Drain oil to the bottom of the fill elbow.
2. The log splitter is not level. Make sure the log splitter is on level ground.
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Troubleshooting

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