Honda RedGum Silver Plus+ Lifter Owner's Manual

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RedGum Silver Plus Lifter Splitter

REDGUM

Australia's No.1 Selling Honda Powered Log Splitters

Product Description & Intended Purpose:

This Log Splitter / Wood Splitter is an outdoor product that splits

wood logs for use as fuel in a fireplace or a woodstove.

WARNING: All operators must read this manual,

before operating this RedGum Splitter.

SPLITTERS

RGSPLS-0521 Rev 0

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Page 1 RedGum Silver Plus Lifter Splitter REDGUM SPLITTERS Australia’s No.1 Selling Honda Powered Log Splitters Product Description & Intended Purpose: This Log Splitter / Wood Splitter is an outdoor product that splits wood logs for use as fuel in a fireplace or a woodstove.
Page 2 WARNING Read and thoroughly understand all instructions contained in this operation manual before operating this RedGum Splitter. Serious injury or death can result if safety instructions are not understood or followed. If you wish to discuss this log splitter’s operational procedures after reading this manual, please call our customer service personnel on 1300 039 251.
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Important Safety Rules ........4-6 Check Prior to Operation ......... 7 Preparing the Lifter Splitter for Use ......8 Operation Instructions ........9-10 Preparing the Lifter Splitter to Tow ......11 Log Splitter Components ........12 Engine Components & Specifications ....
Page 4: Important Safety Rules
Important Safety Rules WARNING 1.) Read this manual completely. - Serious injury or death can result if safety instructions are not fol- lowed. - Everyone who operates this log splitter must read and completely understand all safety rules, operating instructions, and maintenance instructions.
Page 5 Important Safety Rules WARNING 5.) Risk of fire and explosion. Hot exhaust fumes from the engine can cause a fire. Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive. You can be burned or seriously injured when handling fuel. - Position muffler at least 7 feet from combustible objects. - Before adding fuel, stop the engine and keep heat, sparks, and flame away.
Page 6 WARNING Read & thoroughly understand the following Operational Warnings before operating this RedGum Log Splitter. OPERATIONAL WARNINGS · Intended purpose: This product is designed as an outdoor product to split wood logs to use as fuel in a fireplace or a woodstove. Never use the log splitter for any other purpose than splitting wood.
Page 7: Check Prior To Operation
CHECK PRIOR TO OPERATION Essential checks to be carried out before each use: What When Inspect for exposed wire mesh & leaks. Replace Hoses Each Use all worn/damaged hoses before starting engine. Inspect for cracks & leaks. Replace all damaged Each Use Hydraulic Fittings fittings before starting the engine.
Page 8: Preparing The Lifter Splitter For Use
CAUTION 1. If lifting table is in Vertical position, until it is resting on the ground. 2. When the lifting table is on the ground, When the rear support leg is lowered and touching the ground, in the 3. With both the lifting table and secured rear support leg touching the ground, until the log splitter is parallel with the ground.
Page 9: Operation Instructions
OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS Proper Operation of the Log Splitter 1.) Always follow Operational warnings & checklist (refer pages 6-8). 2.) Start Engine by using the following instructions: a. Turn the engine switch to ‘ON’ position. b. Slide the choke lever away from the fuel tank to activate the choke. c.
Page 10 IMPORTANT OPERATION INSTRUCTION Correct Placement of logs onto the Log Splitter is Required Prior to Splitting Logs in order to Prevent Damage to the End Plate, Splitting Wedge & Splitting Beam Correct operating procedures are required to ensure your RedGum log splitter is not damaged.
Page 11: Preparing The Lifter Splitter To Tow
WARNING Towing incorrectly is a serious risk and can result in injury or death. Please read the following Towing Warnings: Remember to turn the engine and fuel tap to the off position prior to towing. This is to prevent flooding of the engine. •...
Page 12: Log Splitter Components
7.) Safety Chains - Safety feature to prevent loss of log splitter while towing. 8.) Lifting Table - Used for lifting the log. 9.) Engine - The air cooled Honda GP160 engine powers the log splitter. 10.) Fenders 11.) Tyres - Maximum rated towing speed is 45MPH (i.e. 72KPH).
Page 13: Engine Components & Specifications
ENGINE COMPONENTS 1.) Fuel Cap 2.) Fuel Tank 3.) Oil Drain Plug 4.) Oil Filler Cap/Dipstick 5.) P.T.O Shaft 6.) Muffler 7.) Spark Plug 8.) Choke Lever 9.) Fuel Valve Lever 10.) Starter Grip 11.) Recoil Starter 12.) Air Cleaner For more information on Engine Operation &...
Page 14: Maintenance, Storage & Essential Checks
MAINTENANCE, STORAGE & ESSENTIAL CHECKS Before performing maintenance, the log splitter must be placed in maintenance mode. To do so, follow the below steps: 1.) Turn off engine 2.) Move the Control Valve Lever (3) forward and backward to relieve Hydraulic Pressure and leave in neutral position.
Page 15: Log Splitter Troubleshooting
LOG SPLITTER TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Solution Cylinder rod & splitting wedge will not Solution: A, D, E, H, J move Slow cylinder shaft speed when Solution: A, B, C, H, I, K, L extending or retracting Wood will not split or splits extremely Solution: A, B, C, F, I, K slowly Engine bogs down during splitting...
Page 16: Warranty & Service Information
ENGINE COMPONENTS WARRANTY AND SERVICE INFORMATION Congratulations on the purchase of your new RedGum product. RedGum Products will assist you to complete the “job at hand” in an economical, safe and efﬁcient manner. This brochure explains the Warranty and Maintenance information for your product.
Page 17 ENGINE COMPONENTS WHAT IS NOT COVERED BY WARRANTY The following items are not covered by Spark Plugs: Periodic replacement is required to ensure maximum engine performance and best this warranty: fuel economy. • Normal maintenance items which become worn through use, including, but not limited to, belts, Induction/Combustion System: The removal of blades, oil, blade adapters, filters, rewind springs, deposits and cleaning may be required from time...
Page 18 ENGINE COMPONENTS WHERE TO GO FOR WARRANTY REPAIRS Take your product to any authorised RedGum Dealer if it needs warranty repairs. All authorised RedGum Dealers will honour the New Product Warranty, and will repair, replace or adjust free of charge any part of your product that is defective in factory materials or workmanship.
Page 19: Notes
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Page 20: Accessories
ACCESSORIES AVAILABLE 1.) RedGum Hydraulic Oil (Fluid 46 5L) - RRP $49.75 High quality hydraulic oil fluid - ideal for topping up the log splitter's hydraulic reserve, when required. 2.) RedGum WorkTable & Heavy Duty WorkTable Improves productivity by preventing split logs from falling to the ground.