Boss Industrial ES7T20 Owner's Manual

Boss Industrial ES7T20 Owner's Manual

Horizontal electric 7 ton log splitter

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HORIZONTAL
ELECTRIC
7 TON LOG SPLITTER
MODEL NO.
ES7T20
Owner's Manual
ASSEMBLY & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Purchase Date___________________ Serial No.______________________
Dealer________________________________________________________
Boss Industrial, Inc. • 1864 High Grove Lane, Unit 116 • Naperville, IL 60540 • USA
Phone: (800) 780-BOSS (2677) • Fax (331) 472-2976
www.boss-industrial.com

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  • Page 1 7 TON LOG SPLITTER MODEL NO. ES7T20 Owner’s Manual ASSEMBLY & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Purchase Date___________________ Serial No.______________________ Dealer________________________________________________________ Boss Industrial, Inc. • 1864 High Grove Lane, Unit 116 • Naperville, IL 60540 • USA Phone: (800) 780-BOSS (2677) • Fax (331) 472-2976 www.boss-industrial.com...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Page(s) Important Safety Information ............................1-6 Intended Use ...............................1 Personal Protective Equipment ........................1 Safety Decals ............................1-4 Electrical Safety ............................5 Log Splitter Overview ...........................6 General Safety .............................7 Work Area ..............................8 Operation of the Log Splitter ........................8 Maintenance Safety .............................9 Hydraulic Safety ............................10 Fire Prevention ............................10 Assembly Instructions ............................11-12...
  • Page 4: Important Safety Information

    SAFETY DECALS SAFETY DECALS Make sure that all safety warning decals are in good condition and readable. Always replace missing or defaced decals. Contact Boss Industrial, Inc. at 1-800-780-2677 for replacement decals. Page | 1...
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  • Page 6 Some of the following symbols may be used on this tool. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool better and safer. SYMBOL NAME DESIGNATION/EXPLANATION Volts Voltage Amperes Current Hertz Frequency (cycles per second) Watt...
  • Page 7 The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product. SYMBOL SIGNAL MEANING Indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will result DANGER: in death or serious injury. Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result WARNING: in death or serious injury.
  • Page 8: Electrical Safety

    ELECTRICAL CONNECTION ELECTRICAL CONNECTION ELECTRICAL SAFETY This tool is powered by a precision built electric motor. It should be connected to a power supply that is 115 volts, EXTENSION CORDS AC only (normal household current). Do not Use only 3-wire extension cords that have 3-prong operate this tool on direct current (DC).
  • Page 9: Log Splitter Overview

    LOG SPLITTER OVERVIEW (FIGURE 1). 1. End wedge 8. On/Off switch 2. Sliding ram 9. Electrical cable with plug 3. Support legs, log holder 10. Oil drain bolt with dipstick 4. Machine body / Oil reservoir 11. Vent plug 5. Control handle 12.
  • Page 10: General Safety

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION GENERAL SAFETY Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death. ALWAYS read the operator’s manual before operation. NEVER allow children to operate this log splitter. NEVER allow adults lacking proper instructions and understanding to operate this log splitter. KEEP all people and pets a minimum of 25 feet away from your work area when operating this log splitter.
  • Page 11: Work Area

    WORK AREA NEVER operate the log splitter on slippery, wet, muddy or icy ground. ONLY operate your log splitter on level ground. Operating on a slope could cause the log splitter to roll over or logs to fall off. NEVER attempt to move your log splitter over hilly or uneven terrain. ALWAYS block the wheels to prevent movement of the log splitter while in operation.
  • Page 12: Maintenance Safety

    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.
  • Page 13: Hydraulic Safety

    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.
  • Page 14: Assembly Instructions

    UNPACKING & ASSEMBLY \UNPACKING This product has been shipped pre-assembled (see FIGURE • Carefully remove the log splitter and all accessories from the box. Make sure that all items listed in the packing list are included. • Inspect the tool carefully to make sure no breakage or damage occurred during shipping. •...
  • Page 15: Pre-Operation Instructions

    PRE-OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS Log preparation Logs should be cut with square ends. Never split logs larger than 10 in. diameter or 20-1/2 in. WARNING: long. Uneven logs (e.g. knotted, curved, etc.) should not be used. Do not allow familiarity with tools to make you care- less.
  • Page 16: Operating Instructions

    OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Plug the unit into a 3 prong outlet. Press the power button to turn the log splitter on. Place the log firmly against one of the wedges. (FIGURE 5). Move control handle down to split the log. Release the handle to retract the ram automatically and begin loading the next log.
  • Page 17: Transportation

    SPLITTING LOGS See FIGURE 5. WARNING: Always place logs lengthwise on the work table and resting firmly on the side supports with one end against the wedge. Never keep pressure on the wood by trying to force the Place logs flat and in the direction of the grain. Never angle log splitter for more than three seconds.
  • Page 18: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE REPLACING HYDRAULIC OIL WARNING: See FIGURES 6, 7, 8, 9. When servicing, use only identical replacement parts. The hydraulic oil in the log splitter should be changed every Use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause 100 hours of use.
  • Page 19 FIGURE 6. FIGURE 7. Drain Oil from Reservoir Note Acceptable Oil Fill Level FIGURE 8. FIGURE 9. Place Log Splitter In Vertical Position Remove U-Joint and Refill Oil to Desired Level Page | 16...
  • Page 20: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Possible Cause Solution • • Motor fails to start. Overload Protection Device Switch off the motor and is disengaged to protect the unplug the power cable. Let log splitter from being motor cool down for half an damaged. hour and restart.
  • Page 21: Technical Specifications

    TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Electrical requirements 115V, 60Hz Power output 1500W Rated current 13.5A Motor speed 3400 RPM Power cable SJTW 14 AWG (2.08mm²) Max splitting force 7 ton Max splitting length 20.5 in Max splitting diameter 10 in Hydraulic pressure 3500 PSI Cylinder bore 2.2 in Feed...
  • Page 22: Exploded Diagram & Parts List

    EXPLODED DIAGRAM & PARTS LIST Page | 19...
  • Page 23 REF # PART # PART NAME SPECIFICATIONS QTY PER SECTION 310-325 Machine Body w/ End Wedge 530-101 Ram Cap & Shaft 530-475 Upper Nylon Cushion 530-898 Lower Nylon Cushion 530-616 Base Plate of Ram 750-160 Flat Washer M8*1 750-075 Spring Washer M8*2.3 710-084 Inner Hex Bolt...
  • Page 24 REF # PART # PART NAME SPECIFICATIONS QTY PER SECTION 710-896 Oil Tube Screw M14*30 540-311 Oil Filter 710-541 Inner Hex Head Bolt M8*35 750-075 Spring Washer M8*2.3 750-160 Flat Washer M8*1 910-234 Electric Motor 910-194 760-548 Circlip for Shaft Ø16 910-154 Fan Cover...
  • Page 25: Warranty Information

    All warranty work must be performed by a Boss Industrial authorized service center. This warranty is limited to ninety (90) days from the date of original retail purchase for any Boss Industrial brand product that is used for rental or commercial purposes, or any other income-producing purpose.
  • Page 26: Packing List

    PACKING LIST (1) Log Splitter (1) Owner’s Manual (1) Control handle (1) Hex Key Page | 23...
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  • Page 28 Boss Industrial, Inc. • 1864 High Grove Lane, Unit 116 • Naperville, IL 60540 • Phone: (800) 780-BOSS (2677) • Fax (331) 472-2976 www.boss-industrial.com Page | 25...

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