Product Manual

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Connecting to Tractor & Transporting to Job Site
7. Hydraulic
components
Check the hydraulic components carefully:
1. Visually inspect all hoses and clamps/fittings for cracks, fraying, kinks, or other
damage.
2. Check all components for oily residue, which may indicate a leak.
Do NOT operate the log splitter if there is any indication of damage or oily residue. Small
leaks in hydraulic lines can cause severe injuries and can also be an indication of
catastrophic failure in the near future. The life of hydraulic hoses may be from a few
months to a few years, depending on use and storage patterns.
WARNING: High fluid pressures and temperatures are developed in hydraulic log
splitters. Hydraulic fluid escaping through a pin hole sized opening can burn or puncture
skin, resulting in wounds that could cause blood poisoning, infection, disability, gangrene,
amputation, or death. Therefore, the following instructions should be heeded at all times
when inspecting or servicing the hydraulic components of the log splitter:
• Stop the tractor and move all split control levers back and forth to relieve pressure
before changing or adjusting hydraulic system components such as hoses, tubing,
fittings or other components.
• NEVER check for leaks with your hand. Leaks can be located by holding a piece of
cardboard or wood (at least two feet long) with your hand at one end and passing the
other end over the suspected area (wear eye protection). Look for discoloration of the
cardboard or wood.
• NEVER adjust the pressure of the pump or valve.
• If injured by escaping fluid, no matter how small the wound is, see a doctor at once.
A typical injection injury may be a small puncture wound that does not look serious.
However, severe infection or reaction can result if proper medical treatment is not
administered immediately by a doctor who is familiar with injection injuries.
8. Lubricate beam
Apply grease to beam. This will help prevent wear between the wedge and beam.
Apply Grease to Beam