EarthQuake W2700B - Manual (Page 15)

Operator's Manual
27-Ton Log Splitter, W2700
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NORMAL 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.
note: the log splitter can be used to split logs with the
beam in both the horizontal and vertical positions. in ei-
ther position, make sure the beam is locked into position
with its respective spring-loaded lock pin.
2. Place a log on the beam against the foot plate. Make sure
that the log is placed securely on the foot plate and flat
against the beam.
3. Depress the control valve handle forward toward the log so
that the cylinder will drive the wedge into the log. Extend
the cylinder until the log splits or the wedge 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. Retract the cylinder by pulling back on the control
valve handle. SEE FIGURE 17 AND/OR 18
note: For operation in wooded areas, obtain a spark
arrestor for the exhaust system from the manufacturer
of your engine. You can also consult the "Warnings and
safety precautions" section of this manual.
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. If the wedge becomes dull or nicked, it can be removed and
sharpened. While the log splitter is in the horizontal posi-
tion, remove the hair pins and pin that connects the wedge
to the hydraulic cylinder. Then remove the eight bolts and
nuts that secure the wedge to the splitting platform. The
wedge can now be removed and sharpened.
4. All replacement parts must meet manufacturer’s specifica-
tions.
5. Check air pressure of tires before each use. Maintain pres-
sure to 60 psi or to the recommended maximum pressure
printed on the tire.
6. Grease wheel bearings annually.
Figure 19
Top View
foot plate
engine
tongue
operator zone
WARNING
ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES DURING OPERA-
TION.
kEEP HANDS AND FEET CLEAR OF RAM, STRIPPER
BAR 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 RETURNED POSITION.
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.
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 INCH-
ES FROM THE END OF THE STROkE.