EarthQuake W2265V - Manual (Page 7)

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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS AND PARTS ExPLOSIONS
Log Splitter Models
TOWING:
1. The log splitter is equipped with a safety chain and a coupler that requires
a 2 inch diameter ball. Before towing, the safety chain must be secured
to the hitch or bumper of the vehicle and the kickstand rotated to the road
position. Local regulations should be checked regarding licensing, lights,
towing, etc. See also Towing Safety in the Safety information section of
this manual.
OPERATION:
1. Set up the log splitter on a clear, level area and block the wheels. Make
sure that the suction port on the reservoir is always on the lower side of
the log splitter.
2. Place a log on the beam against the foot plate. Make sure that the log is
placed securely on the foot plate and up against the beam.
3. Depress the control valve handle so that the cylinder will drive the wedge
into the log. Extend the cylinder until the log splits or travels to the end of
its stroke. If the log has not completely split after the cylinder has reached
the end of its extension, retract the cylinder.
IMPORTANT: LEAVING THE VALVE IN THE “ACTUATE” POSITION AT
THE END Of THE STROkE MAY DAMAGE THE PUMP. ALWAYS USE
ExTRA CARE WHEN SPLITTING LOGS WITH ENDS NOT SqUARE.
NOTE: For operation in wooded areas, obtain a spark arrestor for
the exhaust system from the manufacturer of your engine. See also
Fire Prevention in the Safety information section of this manual.
IMPORTANT: TO ExTEND THE LIfE Of THE HYDRAULIC CYLINDER,
AVOID “BOTTOMING OUT” WEDGE PLATE TO THE fOOT PIECE. TO
CONfORM WITH INDUSTRY SAfETY RECOMMENDATIONS, THE
WEDGE STOPS TWO INCHES fROM THE END Of THE STROkE.
MAINTENANCE:
1. Consult the operating and maintenance instructions of the Engine
Operator’s Manual for engine care and maintenance.
2. Always check the oil level of the hydraulic reservoir before operation. Oil
must be no more than two inches from top of tank when the wedge is in
the returned position. Operating the log splitter without an adequate oil
supply will cause severe damage to the hydraulic pump.
3. Change the oil filter after the first 25 hours of operation. Thereafter, change
the oil filter every 100 hours or seasonally, whichever comes first.
4. If the wedge becomes dull or nicked, it can be removed and sharpened.
While the log splitter is in the horizontal position, remove the 1/2” x 3-1/2”
bolt that connects the wedge to the hydraulic cylinder. Carefully rotate the
hydraulic cylinder, take special care not to damage the control valve. The
wedge can now be removed and sharpened.
6. All replacement parts must meet manufacturer’s specifications.
7. Check air pressure of tires before each use. Maintain pressure between
20 psi and 30 psi.
8. Grease wheel bearings annually.
WARNING !
ALWAYS WEAR SAfETY GLASSES DURING OP-
ERATION.
kEEP HANDS AND fEET CLEAR Of RAM, STRIP-
PER CHANNELS AND fOOT PLATE AT ALL
TIMES.
DO NOT OPERATE LOG SPLITTER If THE OIL
LEVEL IS MORE THAN TWO INCHES fROM TOP
Of TANk WHEN THE WEDGE IS IN THE RE-
TURNED POSITION.