LS27 - 27 ton - 210cc subaru Manual P/N 77201-00 Rev.
Before You Begin DEAR ECHO BEAR CAT CUSTOMER Thank you for purchasing a ECHO Bear Cat product. The ECHO Bear Cat line is designed, tested, and manufactured to give years of dependable performance. To keep your machine operating at peak efficiency, it is necessary to adjust it correctly and make regular inspections. The following pages will assist you in the operation and maintenance of your machine. Please read and understand this manual before operating your machine.
LIMITED WARRANTY This warranty applies to all ECHO Bear Cat Outdoor Power Equipment manufactured by Crary Industries Inc. Crary Industries warrants to the original owner each new ECHO Bear Cat product to be free from defects in material and workmanship, under normal use and service. The warranty shall extend, from date of purchase, 3 years (U.S. and Canada only (2 years outside U.S. and Canada)) for Consumer use of the product, 1 year for Commercial applications and 6 months for Rental applications.
TABLE OF CONTENTS DESCRIPTION PAGE SAFETY................................................................................................................. 1 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 1.6 1.7 SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL......................................................................................1 EMISSION INFORMATION.....................................................................................1 BEFORE OPERATING............................................................................................
1 Section SAFETY The Owner/Operator’s manual uses this symbol to alert you of potential hazards. Whenever you see this symbol, read and obey the safety message that follows it. Failure to obey the safety message could result in personal injury, death or property damage. DANGER Indicates an imminently hazardous situation that, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
SAFETY 7. Do not operate this equipment in the vicinity of bystanders. Keep the area of operation clear of all persons, particularly small children. It is recommended that bystanders keep at least 50 feet (15 meters) away from the area of operation. 8. Do not allow children to operate this equipment. Allow only adults to operate the log splitter. No one under the age of 18 should be allowed to operate the log splitter. 9. Use only in daylight or good artificial light. 10.
SAFETY 21. When the ram of the log splitter is in the return mode, keep your hands off the machine—the log splitter is designed to automatically stop the ram when the cylinder is fully retracted. 1. Ensure the log splitter is locked in the horizontal position before towing. 22. Do not step across the log splitter while the engine is running. 2. Extend log splitter ram all the way before towing to help maintain stability (see picture below). 23.
SAFETY 1.7 SAFETY DECAL LOCATIONS Familiarize yourself with all of the safety and operational decals on the machine and the associated hazards. See the engine owner’s manual or contact the engine manufacturer for engine safety instructions and decals. Make certain that all safety and operating decals on this machine are kept clean and in good condition. Decals that need replacement must be applied to their original locations. 1 3 PN 12174 DO NOT OPERATE MACHINE WITHOUT SHIELDS IN PLACE.
2 Section ASSEMBLY 2.1 SEE APPENDIX AT BACK OF THIS MANUAL FOR COMPLETE ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS For use in the U.S. and Canada. Affix the warning label suited to the region from among the enclosed warning labels. Affix in the locations shown on the right. LS27 LS21 LOG SPLITTER 5 ENGLISH 2.
3 Section FEATURES & CONTROLS 3.1 CONTROLS Understanding how your machine works will help you achieve the best results when using your machine. The following descriptions define the features and controls of your machine. 1. Hitch safety chains: Safety chains are used during towing to prevent the machine from completely separating from the tow vehicle in the event the coupler detaches from the tow vehicle. Cross the safety chains under the hitch and connect to the towing vehicle. 2.
FEATURES & CONTROLS 3.2 ENGINE CONTROLS NOTE FOR THE SPECIFIC STARTING, OPERATING AND SERVICE INFORMATION PERTAINING TO YOUR EXACT ENGINE MODEL, ALWAYS CONSULT THE ENGINE OWNER'S MANUAL FIRST. 2. Fuel cut-off switch: Push lever to the ON position to start and run engine. Push lever to OFF position when engine is not in use and during transport. 3. Engine throttle: This changes engine speed. Push lever all the way to the fast position for full throttle operation. Push the opposite way for engine idle.
4 Section OPERATION As with any other piece of outdoor equipment, getting the feel for how your machine operates and getting to know the best techniques for particular jobs are important to overall good performance. WARNING Move machine to a clear, level area outdoors before starting. Do not operate in the vicinity of bystanders. 4.2 STARTING MACHINE NOTE FOR THE SPECIFIC STARTING, OPERATING AND SERVICE INFORMATION PERTAINING TO YOUR EXACT ENGINE MODEL, ALWAYS CONSULT THE ENGINE OWNER'S MANUAL FIRST.
OPERATION 4. Stand behind the splitting area on the control lever side of the log splitter. 4.4 OPERATING THE LOG SPLITTER WARNING Read and follow all safety instructions in this manual. Failure to operate the machine in accordance with the safety instructions MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY! Keep all body parts away from the splitting area while the splitting wedge is in motion. 1. Ensure the engine is running at full RPM before attempting to split wood.
OPERATION CAUTION Depending upon the type of wood being split, a log may not always break into two pieces and fall to the ground. If a log sticks to the wedge and starts to return with the wedge during reverse, stop the cylinder retraction and remove the wood. Care should be taken to prevent the wood piece from falling on parts of your body. 4.5 VERTICAL OPERATION The main beam of the log splitter can be flipped vertically to split wood. Perform the following steps for vertical operation: 1.
ENGLISH When splitting logs in the vertical position, stablize the log before engaging the control. Split as follows: 1. Place log on the end plate and turn until it leans against the beam and is stable. 2. When splitting extra large or uneven logs, the log must be stablized with wooden shims or split wood between the log and end plate or ground. 4.7 TOWING THE LOG SPLITTER 4.6 STORAGE MODE The log splitter can be adjusted for storing in tight spaces.
5 Section SERVICE & MAINTENANCE 5.1 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE See engine owner’s manual for further ENGINE maintenance and troubleshooting information. The items listed in this service and maintenance schedule are to be checked, and if necessary, corrective action taken. This schedule is designed for units operating under normal conditions. If the unit is operating in adverse or severe conditions, it may be necessary for the items to be checked and serviced more frequently.
SERVICE & MAINTENANCE WARNING Before inspecting or servicing any part of this machine, shut off power source, and make sure all moving parts have come to a complete stop. 5.3 FILLING HYDRAULIC FLUID ENGLISH The hydraulic system on this log splitter comes filled with high performance Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) to accommodate operation in temperatures below 32 degrees F (0 degrees C). When adding or replacing ATF, use a Dexron® III or Mercon® qualified product.
6 Section TROUBLESHOOTING Before performing any of the corrections in this troubleshooting chart, refer to the appropriate information contained in this manual for the correct safety precautions and operating or maintenance procedures. Contact your dealer or the factory for service problems with the machine. PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES REMEDY Improper control settings. Use proper settings. Lack of fuel. Fill fuel tank. Spark plug disconnected. Connect spark plug. Dirty, stale or contaminated gas.
7 Section SPECIFICATIONS DESCRIPTION OVERALL WEIGHT Metric 84" x 39" x 40" 213cm x 99cm x 101cm 430 lbs. 195 kg. STARTER Recoil DRIVE TYPE Direct TIRE SIZE 4.8"-8" Pneumatic ENGINE FUEL TANK CAPACITY HYDRAULIC OIL SYSTEM CAPACITY 12 cm-20 cm Pneumatic 170cc SUBARU SP 0.95 gallons 3.6 liters 4 gallons 15.1 liters 2 stage, 14 gal./min. 2 stage, 63.6 L/min. HYDRAULIC CYLINDER FORCE 21 ton 19 metric ton MAX. LOG LENGTH 24 in.
SPECIFICATIONS BOLT TORQUE The tables below are for reference purposes only and their use by anyone is entirely voluntary, unless otherwise noted. Reliance on their content for any purpose is at the sole risk of that person and any loss or damage resulting from the use of this information is the responsibility of that person. SAE Grade and Head Markings SAE - 2 BOLT DIAMETER SAE - 8 SAE - 5 A ENGLISH BOLT TORQUE * BOLT DIAMETER (A) SAE 2 SAE 5 SAE 8 N.m Ft-lb. N.m Ft-lb. N.m 1/4” 7.5 5.
8 Section OPTIONS For complete details on options available for your machine, consult your nearest authorized ECHO Bear Cat dealer Part Number Description Hour/Tach Meter Kit 31957-00 Kit, Seal Log Splitter Valve 75896-00 Quick Split Kit 75899-00 Throttle Down Kit 77189-00 Log Splitter Cradles Kit 77380-00 Cast Wedge Kit 77510-00 Fenders and Tail Lights Kit 77514-00 4-way Wedge Kit ENGLISH 31605-00 Log Cradles Kit, 77189-00 Fenders and Lights Kit, 77510-00 Quick Split Kit, 75896-00 wi
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