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- Page 1 OPERATOR’S OPERATOR’S TW-2HD, TW-5, TW-6 MANUAL MANUAL Log Splitters www.timberwolfcorp.com...
- Page 2 TW-2HD, TW-5, TW6 Log Splitter Operation Manual Fill out and submit registration form to ensure warranty coverage and receive product updates. Register online at www.timberwolfcorp.com/warranty This manual and all its contents Copyright © 2017 Timberwolf Firewood Processing Equipment Record your log splitter ID numbers here:...
- Page 3 Timberwolf Firewood Processing Equipment provides this document “as-is” without warranty of any kind, either expressed or implied. This includes, but is not limited to, implied warranties or conditions of merchantability or fi tness for a particular purpose. Timberwolf Firewood Processing Equipment shall not be liable for any errors or omissions that may occur in this document, nor for incidental or consequential dam ages of any kind resulting from the furnishing, performance, or use of this document.
- Page 4 About This Manual Thank you for buying a Timberwolf log splitter. This machine is made with high quality components and will provide years of service under normal working conditions. Please study this manual before operating the unit as it contains important information relating to safety, operation and maintenance.
- Page 5 T I M B E R W O L F F I R E W O O D P R O C E S S I N G E Q U I P M E N T Caution! Residual Hydraulic Energy! Residual energy must be released from the pressurized hydraulic fl...
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Page 6: Table Of Contents
TW-2HD Single Handle Control...........21 General Description and Features ........10-11 Transporting the Log Splitter...........22-24 Two Stage Hydraulic Pump ..........12 Maintenance Single Handle Valve (TW-2HD) ........... 12 Daily Maintenance ............... 25 Wedges................12 General Maintenance .............25-26 4-Way Slip-on Wedges ............13 Hydraulic Oil Filter ............... -
Page 7: General Safety Instructions
T I M B E R W O L F F I R E W O O D P R O C E S S I N G E Q U I P M E N T Read this entire manual before starting or operating this log splitter! Failure to do so could result in serious injury or death! Attention Rental Companies... - Page 8 General Use: This machine was designed to split logs into fi rewood only. Timberwolf strongly recommends that this machine not be modifi ed and/or used for any application other than that for which it was designed. If you have any questions relative to a particular application, do not use the machine until you have fi...
- Page 9 T I M B E R W O L F F I R E W O O D P R O C E S S I N G E Q U I P M E N T Drawing In/Trapping Hazard Drawing in/trapping points exist where objects are pulled into equipment, e.g., when a log drops onto the log cradle from the log lift.
- Page 10 This manual provides graphical illustrations to aid in identifying potentially hazardous areas associated with your Timberwolf log splitter. T W - 2 H D , T W - 5 , T W - 6 O P E R A T O R ’ S M A N U A L...
- Page 11 T I M B E R W O L F F I R E W O O D P R O C E S S I N G E Q U I P M E N T Crushing Hazard Crush points are created when two moving objects move towards each other or when one object moves towards a stationary object.
- Page 12 General Warnings for Safe Splitter Operation Always do the following: • Read this manual before using the log splitter • Locate the log splitter only on firm level ground • Site must provide solid footing for operator (not slippery underfoot) •...
- Page 13 2. Move control valve handle back and forth, from one limit of travel to the other, at least four times 3. Hold valve for three seconds at each limit of travel • Contact Timberwolf or an authorized Timberwolf dealer to replace worn components...
- Page 14 What You SHOULD NOT Do • Never split anything other than logs • Don’t handle logs by their ends when you position them • Never place your hands at pinch points where they can get caught between a log and the wedge, push block, or log cradle •...
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Page 15: Decal Locations
T I M B E R W O L F F I R E W O O D P R O C E S S I N G E Q U I P M E N T Decal Locations TW-2HD TW-5 TW-6... -
Page 16: General Description And Features
Features: TW-2HD, TW-5, TW-6 Log Splitters General Description and Features The drawings on this page and the next identify various log splitter components by the names used throughout this manual. Operator Zones identify areas to stand in while operating the log splitter and log lift. - Page 17 F I R E W O O D P R O C E S S I N G E Q U I P M E N T General Description and Features (Continued) This is a typical side view of a Timberwolf log splitter.
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Page 18: Two Stage Hydraulic Pump
Pump may shift two or three times while splitting some logs Note If the two-stage hydraulic pump stays in one stage all the time, contact your local dealer or other authorized Timberwolf service facility. Single Handle Valve 1. To split log, move the valve handle toward the wedge and hold it until the log is split 2. -
Page 19: 4-Way Slip-On Wedges
Low or high position aff ects range of heights available with wedge lift • Low or high position is the 4-way wedge’s only adjustment on a TW-2HD log splitter without a wedge lift (see illustration on next page) • 4-way wedge is standard on TW-5, and TW-6 log splitters •... -
Page 20: Hydraulic Wedge Lift
Hydraulic Wedge Lift Moves slip-on wedge up and down. • 4 inches of vertical travel to adjust wedge height close to center of log • One-lever hydraulic control • Standard on TW-5, TW-6 log splitters • Optional on TW-2 HD log splitter Optional Table Grate •... -
Page 21: Optional Hydraulic Log Lift
T I M B E R W O L F F I R E W O O D P R O C E S S I N G E Q U I P M E N T Optional Hydraulic Log Lift •... -
Page 22: Features
Features Features Models TW-2HD TW-5 TW-6 4-way Wedge Optional Standard Standard 6-way Wedge Not Available Optional Optional Wedge Lift Optional Standard Standard Log Lift Optional Optional Optional Table Grate Optional Optional Optional Log Cradles Standard Standard Standard Fenders Optional Optional... -
Page 23: Before You Start
T I M B E R W O L F F I R E W O O D P R O C E S S I N G E Q U I P M E N T Before You Start WARNING! Carbon monoxide gas in the engine exhaust can cause death or brain damage. -
Page 24: Attaching The Table Grate
• Timberwolf recommends use of ISO 46 for hydraulic oil T W - 2 H D , T W - 5 , T W - 6 O P E R A T O R ’ S M A N U A L... -
Page 25: Operating Instructions
T I M B E R W O L F F I R E W O O D P R O C E S S I N G E Q U I P M E N T Operating Instructions Starting and Using the Log Splitter Operate the controls only while standing in the OPERATOR ZONE shown in the sketch below. -
Page 26: Using The Log Lift
Using The Log Lift WARNING! Walk around the trailer hitch when moving between the two operator zones. 1. Move the log lift lever towards the wedge to fully lower the lift platform 2. Roll a log (less than 500 lbs) onto the lift platform 3. -
Page 27: Tw-2Hd Single Handle Control
T I M B E R W O L F F I R E W O O D P R O C E S S I N G E Q U I P M E N T Single Handle Control 1. -
Page 28: Transporting The Log Splitter
Transporting the Log Splitter Preparation Never move the log splitter with the engine running. Make sure fuel valve on log splitter engine is in the “OFF” position. Note If fuel valve isn’t shut off , fuel will be forced into the cylinder and crankcase during travel. If that happens, the engine oil and spark plug will have to be replaced. - Page 29 T I M B E R W O L F F I R E W O O D P R O C E S S I N G E Q U I P M E N T Transporting the Log Splitter (continued) •...
- Page 30 Note Some states may require the log splitter to be registered with the State Department of Motor Vehicles Fenders and light kits, required in some states, are available from Timberwolf as optional equipment • Towing for more than fi fty (50) miles is not recommended. The log splitter does not have springs to absorb road shock. Extended towing can cause unnecessary wear •...
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Page 31: Maintenance
T I M B E R W O L F F I R E W O O D P R O C E S S I N G E Q U I P M E N T Maintenance Warning! Make sure engine is shut off and hydraulic system is depressurized before you perform any maintenance. -
Page 32: Hydraulic Oil Filter
General Maintenance (Continued) Note: See engine instructions manual for daily and regular maintenance requirements. • Change engine oil according to engine owners manual • Change the hydraulic oil and hydraulic oil fi lter after every two hundred (200) hours of operation •... -
Page 33: Wedge
T I M B E R W O L F F I R E W O O D P R O C E S S I N G E Q U I P M E N T Wedge • Inspect wedges regularly •... -
Page 34: Specifi Cations
Specifi cations SPECIFICATIONS Models TW-2HD TW-5/TW-5FC* TW-6 Weight (lbs) 24” - 950 1475 36” - 1250 48” - 1450 Splitting Force 20 tons **25 tons 28 tons Engine Size GX270 GX340 GX630 270z CC 337 CC 688 CC Hydraulic Pump... -
Page 35: Limited Warranty
Product This warranty is for Timberwolf Firewood Processing Equipment log splitters. Covered Date Warranty The warranty begins on the date of sale and is warranted by Timberwolf Firewood Processing Equipment to the Begins original purchaser only. What We Will We or your authorized dealer will, at our option, repair or replace any part found to be defective in material or Do for You: workmanship, without charge for parts or labor, to the original purchaser for a period of time of one year. - Page 36 Limited Warranty (Continued) Limitation Any implied warranties, including without limitation any implied warranty of merchantability or fi tness for a particular of Implied purpose, shall be limited in duration to a period of one year (90 days if product is purchased for rental use) from the Warranties date of sale.
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Page 37: Maintenance Log
T I M B E R W O L F F I R E W O O D P R O C E S S I N G E Q U I P M E N T Maintenance Log... - Page 38 OPERATOR’S OPERATOR’S MANUAL MANUAL 2235 Clarks Corners Road, Marathon, NY 13803 802-775-4227 (Local) 800-340-4386 Fax 802-773-1275 www.timberwolfcorp.com ©TFP2017/G2W/0917/750...
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