Table of contents SAFETy Specifications ............................................. 2 Safety ......................................................... 2 Setup .......................................................... 6 Operation .................................................... 8 Maintenance .............................................. 10 Parts List and Diagram .............................. 14 Warranty ....................................................
11. DISCONNECT TOOLS before servicing; when changing accessories, such as blades, bits, cutters, and the like. 12. REDUCE THE RISK OF UNINTENTIONAL STARTING. Make sure switch is in off position before plugging in. 16. NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING UNATTENDED. TURN POWER OFF. Log Splitter Safety Warnings For your Own Safety Read Instruction Manual Before Operating Log Splitter. 1. DO NOT OpERATE WITH ANy GUARD DISABLED, DAMAGED, OR REMOVED. Keep guards in place and in good working order. 2.
Log Splitter Safety Warnings (continued) 17. Maintain labels and nameplates on the tool. These carry important safety information. If unreadable or missing, contact Harbor Freight Tools for a replacement. SAFETy 18. Avoid unintentional starting. Prepare to begin work before turning on the tool. 19. This product is not a toy. Keep it out of reach of children. 20. People with pacemakers should consult their physician(s) before use.
. Repair or replace damaged or worn cord immediately. 6. This tool is intended for use on a circuit that has an outlet that looks like the one illustrated above in 125 VAc 3-prong plug and Outlet. The tool has a grounding plug that looks like the plug illustrated above in 125 VAc 3-prong plug and Outlet. 7. The outlet must be properly installed and grounded in accordance with all codes and ordinances. 8. Do not use an adapter to connect this tool to a different outlet. SAFETy 4.
Symbology Double Insulated SAFETy Canadian Standards Association Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. V ~ A Volts Alternating Current Amperes n0 xxxx/min. No Load Revolutions per Minute (RPM) SETUp Read the manual before set-up and/or use. WARNING marking concerning Risk of Eye Injury. Wear ANSI-approved safety goggles with side shields. WARNING marking concerning Risk of Facial Injury from flying debris. Wear ANSI-approved full face shield. WARNING marking concerning Risk of Foot Injury.
Ram SAFETy Functions cutting Wedge Lift Handle control Handle SETUp power Switch OpERATION power cable Guide plate Vent plug MAINTENANcE Rubber Feet Drain Bolt / Dipstick Front Leg Item 61373 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797.
Operating Instructions Read the ENTIRE IMpORTANT SAFETy INFORMATION section at the beginning of this manual including all text under subheadings therein before set up or use of this product. SAFETy Tool Set Up TO pREVENT SERIOUS INJURy FROM AccIDENTAL OpERATION: Turn the power Switch of the tool off and unplug the tool from its electrical outlet before performing any procedure in this section. TO pREVENT SERIOUS INJURy: DO NOT OpERATE WITH ANy GUARD DISABLED, DAMAGED, OR REMOVED.
1. Designate a work area that is clean and well-lit. The work area must not allow access by children or pets to prevent distraction and injury. 2. Route the power cord along a safe route to reach the work area without creating a tripping hazard or exposing the power cord to possible damage. The power cord must reach the work area with enough extra length to allow free movement while working. 3. There must not be objects, such as utility lines, nearby that will present a hazard while working. 4.
Maintenance and Servicing procedures not specifically explained in this manual must be performed only by a qualified technician. SAFETy TO pREVENT SERIOUS INJURy FROM AccIDENTAL OpERATION: Turn the power Switch of the tool off and unplug the tool from its electrical outlet before performing any procedure in this section. TO pREVENT SERIOUS INJURy FROM TOOL FAILURE: Do not use damaged equipment. If abnormal noise or vibration occurs, have the problem corrected before further use.
Hydraulic Fluid Maintenance / Bleeding Change the hydraulic fluid in the Log Splitter after every 100 hours of use. 1. Remove the Rubber Feet from the ends of the Front Leg. 5. Refill the fluid reservoir with 3.4 quarts (3.2 liters) of fresh AW32 hydraulic fluid (not included). 2. Place the Front Leg of the tool in a five quart or greater capacity container. Raise the wheeled end of the Log Splitter using blocks and wheel chocks (not included), tilting the unit to an angle of approximately 30 degrees.
Troubleshooting problem possible causes Tool will not start. 1. Power Cable not connected. 2. No power at outlet. SAFETy 3. 4. Wood will not 1. split, or splits extremely slowly. 2. 3. SETUp 4. 5. 1. Ram vibrates, moves erratically, or does not 2. move. 3. OpERATION Fluid leaking from hydraulic system. 1. 2. 3. 4. Likely Solutions 1. Check that Power Cable is plugged in. 2. Check power at outlet. If outlet is unpowered, turn off tool and check circuit breaker.
MAINTENANcE OpERATION SETUp THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR HAS PROVIDED THE PARTS LIST AND ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM IN THIS MANUAL AS A REFERENCE TOOL ONLY. NEITHER THE MANUFACTURER OR DISTRIBUTOR MAKES ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY OF ANY KIND TO THE BUYER THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO MAKE ANY REPAIRS TO THE PRODUCT, OR THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO REPLACE ANY PARTS OF THE PRODUCT.
parts List and Diagram parts List SAFETy part SETUp OpERATION 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 Description Machine Body / Cutting Wedge Ram Cap and Shaft Upper Nylon Cushion Lower Nylon Cushion Ram Base Plate Flat Washer M8 X 1 Spring Washer M8 X 2.3 Inner Hex Bolt M8 X 15 Double-Screw Bolt M10 X 813 Cylinder Tube Ø55 X 743 Seal Ø55 x 3.1 Seal Cover Piston Head O-Ring Ø50 x 3.
Item 61373 For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797.
Limited 90 Day Warranty Harbor Freight Tools Co. makes every effort to assure that its products meet high quality and durability standards, and warrants to the original purchaser that this product is free from defects in materials and workmanship for the period of 90 days from the date of purchase.
