Champion Power Equipment 92221 - Manual (Page 11)

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92221 ENGLISH
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ASSEMBLy
Your log splitter requires some assembly.
If you have any questions regarding the assembly of your
log splitter, call our help line at 1-877-338-0999. Please
have your serial number and model number available.
Open Shipping Crate
1. Set the shipping crate on a solid, flat surface
2. Carefully cut the shipping bands and remove lid of
shipping crate.
3. Locate all hardware before beginning assembly.
2) Install the Tow Bar
1. Assemble two piece tow bar with two M12x65 bolts
and M12 lock nuts and washers. (A)
2. Attach the tow bar to the bracket on top of the hydraulic
oil tank with two M12x85 bolts and M12 lock nuts. (B)
3) Install the Wheels
1. Place bearings in the wheel hub
2. Press the seal over the bearing on the inside of the
wheel. Use a hammer and wood block to flush the seal
with the end of the hub.
3. Slide the wheel over the axel on the hydraulic oil tank.
4. Install the castle nut and tighten by hand. Tighten
another ¼ turn with a wrench to seat the bearing.
5. Spin the wheel to distribute grease.
6. Loosen the castle nut and re-tighten by hand.
7. Install the cotter pin through the castle nut and axle to
prevent the nut from backing off.
8. Place axle cap over castle nut and axle.
9. Repeat steps 1-8 for the other wheel.
4) Install the Beam
1. Install the front support leg and secure with pin and
R-pin (hairpin clip). (A)
2. Stand the beam upright on foot plate behind the
hydraulic oil tank. (B)
Keep the wheel hub clean and free from debris
during assembly.
NOTE
B
Beam is heavy. Use at least 2 people when lifting or
moving the beam.
CAUTION
Over-tightening the castle nut will cause the
bearings to run hot and fail prematurely.
CAUTION
1) Install the Hydraulic Oil Filter
1. Install the oil filter base onto the hydraulic oil tank.
The barb fitting should be oriented vertically and
once installed the oil filter should be oriented so that
it does not extend below the hydraulic oil tank.