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VERTICAL/HORIZONTAL 28 TON LOG SPLITTER MODEL NO. 2152374 Owner’s Manual ASSEMBLY & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS This safety alert symbol identifies important safety messages in this manual. Failure to follow this important safety information may result in serious injury or death. L131-8016-1109...
Table of Contents Page(s) Important Safety Information......................... Intended Use ......................... Personal Protective Equipment ....................Safety Decals ........................General Safety ........................Preparation of the Log ......................Work Area ........................... Operation of the Log Splitter ....................Repair and Maintenance Safety ..................... Hydraulic Safety ........................Fire Prevention ........................
WARNING: Read and thoroughly understand all instructions and safety information before assem- bling or operating this log splitter. Failure to do so may cause serious injury or death. Do not allow anyone to operate this log splitter who has not read this manual. As with all power equipment, a log splitter can be dangerous if assembled or used improperly.
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PART NUMBER: 52055200 LOCATION: BOTH STRIPPER PLATES AND CYLINDER PART NUMBER: 52023200 LOCATION: HYDRAULIC TANK LOWER TANK, RIGHT CORNER PART NUMBER: 51018900 LOCATION: TOP OF HYDRAULIC CYLINDER Page 2...
GENERAL SAFETY Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death. ALWAYSEread the operator’s manual before operation. It is located in the plastic canister on the tongue. EVER NEVER allow children to operate this log splitter. NEVER allow adults lacking proper instructions and understanding to operate this log splitter.
KNOW how to stop the log splitter and disengage the controls before operating it. NEVER place hands or feet between the log and splitting wedge during forward or reverse stroke. Serious injury or death could result. NEVER straddle or step over the log splitter during operation. NEVER reach or bend over the log splitter to pick up a log.
HYDRAULIC SAFETY The hydraulic system of your log splitter requires careful inspection along with the mechanical parts. Be sure to replace frayed, kinked, cracked or otherwise damaged hydraulic hoses or hydraulic components. NEVER check for leaks of hydraulic fluid with your hand. Fluid escaping from a small hole can be almost invisible. Escaping fluid under pressure can have sufficient force to penetrate skin causing serious personal injury or even death.
IMPORTANT NOTE: This log splitter is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-covered, brush-covered or grass-covered land unless the engine’s exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws (if any). If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in efffective working order by the operator.
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS NOTE: This log splitter was partially assembled at the factory. Refer to the drawings and parts list should it become necessary to disassemble the unit for repair or replacement of parts ITEM NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION QTY. 401643B0 Beam Assembly 40127500 Beam Lock Assembly...
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STEP 3: Attach the tongue assembly (5) to the tank assembly (1) using two 1/2” NC x 4-1/2” hex cap bolts (2), two 1/2” lock washers (3) and two and two 1/2” hex nuts (4). Tighten. ITEM NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION QTY.
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STEP 5: Connect the end of the 1/2” ID x 38” hydraulic pressure hose (1) coming from the fitting on the pump to the fitting on the valve. See illustrations below. STEP 6: Slide one hose clamp on the end of the 3/4” x 56” hydraulic return hose (2 ) that comes from the fitting on the filter.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: Read and thoroughly understand all instructions and safety information before operating this log splitter. Failure to do so may cause serious injury or death. Do not allow anyone to operate this log splitter who has not read this manual. As with all power equipment, a log splitter can be dangerous if assembled or used improperly.
LOG SPLITTERS 3) Pull the starter grip until the engine starts. To Stop the Engine 1) Move the throttle lever to the SLOW position. 2) Move the throttle lever to the STOP position. 3) Turn the fuel valve to the OFF position. CAUTION: TURN FUEL SHUT OFF VALVE TO THE “OFF”...
MAINTENANCE 1) Consult the operating and maintenance instructions of the engine manufacturer for engine care and maintenance. 2) Always check the oil level of the hydraulic reservoir before operation. Operating the log splitter without an adequate oil supply will cause severe damage to the pump.
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IMPORTANT NOTICE We, the manufacturer, reserve the right to change the product and/or specifications in this manual without notification. The manual is for information usage only and the pictures and drawings depicted herein are for reference only. NOTES Warranty Repair and Service Do not return this product to the store for warranty issues or repair.
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