Form No. 3421-305 Rev A Log Splitter Model No. 22618—Serial No. 402000000 and Up Model No. 22618HD—Serial No. 402000000 and Up Register at www.Toro.com.
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Contents Safety Safety ....................................................................... 3 General Safety ................................................... 3 Safety and Instructional Decals .......................... 4 Product Overview ..................................................... 6 Controls ............................................................. 6 Engine Controls .............................................. 6 Specifications ....................................................
Safety and Instructional Decals Safety decals and instructions are easily visible to the operator and are located near any area of potential danger. Replace any decal that is damaged or missing. decal120-0625 120-0625 1. Pinch point, hand—keep hands away. decal137-0555 137-0555 1. Cutting hazard—keep away from moving parts. decal130-8322 130-8322 1. Use only fuel with an alcohol content by volume under 10%. 3. Do not use fuel with an alcohol content by volume greater than 10%. decal137-0564 2.
decal137-0588 137-0588 1. Warning—read the Operator’s Manual. 3. To lower the rail, 1) Turn the lock lever; 2) Lower the rail; 3) Insert the lock pin. 2. To raise the rail, 1) Remove the lock pin; 2) Raise the rail; 3) Turn the lock lever. decal137-0551 137-0551 1. Warning—read the Operator’s Manual. 4. Cutting hazard—keep away from moving parts. 2. Thrown or flying objects hazard—wear eye protection. 5. Thrown object hazard—keep bystanders away from the machine. 3. Warning—wear protective gloves.
Controls Product Overview Become familiar with all the controls before you start the engine and operate the machine. Engine Controls g205930 Figure 3 1. End plate 6. Rail locking pin 2. Spitting wedge 7. Hydraulic filter 3. Jack lift 8. Hydraulic reservoir 4. Hitch receiver 5. Safety chains 9. Control lever g019744 Figure 4 1. Recoil-start handle 5. Fuel cap 2. Fuel valve 6. Oil dipstick 3. Choke lever 7. Oil-drain plug 4. Throttle lever 8.
Wedge Control Lever • Rotate it to the ON position to start and run the engine. The wedge control lever actuates the hydraulic valve that moves the splitting wedge forward and reverse during the log splitting process. • Rotate it to the OFF position to shut off the engine. • Hold the control lever toward the end plate to move the splitting wedge forward. • Release the control lever to stop the splitting wedge movement. • Move the control lever to the reverse position to retract the splitting wedge.
Operation • If you spill fuel on your clothing, change your clothing immediately. Wipe up any spilled fuel. • Never overfill the fuel tank. Replace the fuel cap Before Operation and tighten it securely. • Store fuel in an approved container and keep it out of the reach of children. Never buy more than a 30-day supply of fuel. Before Operation Safety • Do not fill the fuel tank completely full. Add fuel to General Safety the fuel tank until the level is at the bottom of the filler neck tube..
Filling the Fuel Tank Fuel Tank Capacity: 1.1 L (1.2 US qt) 1. Park the machine on a level surface, shut off the engine, and allow the engine to cool. 2. Clean around the fuel cap and remove it (Figure 7). g020679 Figure 8 1. Maximum fuel level g019745 Figure 7 3. Add fuel to the fuel tank until the level is at the maximum fuel level (Figure 8). 4. Install the fuel cap securely (Figure 7). 5. Wipe up any spilled fuel.
Splitting Safety During Operation • Place your hands on the sides of the log, not on the ends. Never place your hands or any part of your body between a log and any part of the machine. During Operation Safety • Do not straddle or reach across the log-splitting General Safety area when operating the machine. • Use your only hand to push the control lever • The owner/operator can prevent and is responsible forward (toward the log).
Starting the Engine 1. 2. Changing the Rail Position Turn the engine On/Off switch to the ON position (Figure 5). WARNING Move the fuel valve to the OPEN position (Figure 7). The rail is heavy and can suddenly fall onto the machine frame if you release the handle when raising or lowering the rail. Control the rail by the handle, and keep your hands away from the machine frame and pinch points when raising or lowering the rail.
Lowering the Rail to the Horizontal Position 1. Rotate the vertical lock lever to the open position (Figure 11). 2. Carefully rotate the rail into the horizontal position (Figure 11). 3. Install the lock pin to secure the rail (Figure 11). Splitting a Log WARNING This machine is capable of amputating hands and feet. Always stand in the operating area shown in Figure 12. g206500 Figure 12 1. Operating area g206124 Figure 11 1. Park the machine on a level surface. 2.
After Operation After Operation Safety • Clean debris from the muffler and engine to help • • • g206746 • Figure 13 1. Log 3. Endplate—Rail vertical position • 2. Endplate—Rail horizontal position prevent fires. Clean up oil or fuel spills. Allow the engine to cool before storing the machine in any enclosure. Shut off the fuel before storing or transporting the machine.
Towing the Machine • Avoid sharp turns to prevent rolling. Tow only with a vehicle that has a hitch designed for towing. Do not attach towed equipment except at the hitch point. Before towing the machine, read all of the information and perform all of the applicable procedures in this section to ensure safe and proper towing. • Do not tow the machine faster than 88 km/h (55 mph).
Hitching the Machine to a Tow Vehicle Connecting the Safety Chains to the Tow Vehicle 1. Shut-off the engine and fuel valve. 1. 2. Lower the rail to the horizontal position and secure it with the lock pin; refer to Lowering the Rail to the Horizontal Position (page 12). Pull the safety chain through the slots in the keyholes, so that the lengths on each side are equal. 2. 3. Inspect the tires; refer to Checking the Tire Pressure (page 25). Cross both lengths of chain under the hitch receiver. 4.
Connecting and Checking the Lights 1. Connect the electrical plug of the machine with the electrical plug of the tow vehicle (Figure 17). g020828 Figure 17 Note: The machine uses a standard 4-pin, flat plug. If your tow vehicle has a different type of plug, obtain an adapter from an automotive parts store. 2. Ensure that the tow vehicle is in NEUTRAL, engage the parking brake, and start the engine. 3. Test the lights as follows: A. Turn on the headlights of the tow vehicle.
Maintenance Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s) Maintenance Service Interval Maintenance Procedure After the first hour • Check the wheel lug nuts. After the first 10 hours • Check the wheel lug nuts. After the first 20 hours • Change the engine oil. Before each use or daily • • • • Inspect the air-cleaner elements. Check the engine-oil level. Check the tire pressure. Check the hydraulic-fluid level.
Pre-Maintenance Procedures Disconnecting the Spark-plug Wire Pull the spark-plug wire off the terminal of the spark plug (Figure 18). Maintenance Safety • Before repairing the machine do the following: – Park the machine on a level surface. – Fully retract the splitting wedge. – Shut off the engine. – Disconnect the spark-plug wire. • Clean grass and debris from the muffler and engine to help prevent fires. • Clean up oil or fuel spills. • Do not allow untrained personnel to service the machine.
Lubrication Greasing the Rail Grease type: General-purpose grease If the splitting wedge gets stuck on the rail, ensure that the beam is not bent and there is nothing obstructing the path of the wedge, then grease the rail. Lubricate both sides of the beam face. g206422 Figure 20 1. Rubber plug 2. Connect a grease gun to the grease fittings and pump grease into the fittings on the axle (Figure 20) and the caster wheels (Figure 21) until grease begins to ooze out of the bearings. g206411 Figure 19 1.
Engine Maintenance Engine Safety • Shut off the engine before checking the oil or adding oil to the crankcase. • Do not change the governor speed or overspeed the engine. Servicing the Air Cleaner Service Interval: Before each use or daily—Inspect the air-cleaner elements. Every 50 hours—Clean the air-cleaner elements. Clean them more frequently in dusty operating conditions. Every 300 hours/Yearly (whichever comes first)—Replace the paper air-cleaner element.
9. 10. Rinse and dry the foam element thoroughly. Servicing the Engine Oil Dip the foam element in clean engine oil, then squeeze out the excess oil. Note: Change the oil more frequently when the operating conditions are extremely dusty or sandy. Note: Excess oil in the foam element restricts 11. the air flow through the element and may reach the paper filter and clog it. Engine-Oil Specifications Wipe dirt from the base and the cover with a moist rag.
g206641 g031623 Figure 25 5. Slowly pour approximately 80% of the specified oil into the filler tube and slowly add the additional oil to bring it to the Full mark (Figure 26). g035136 Figure 24 Changing the Engine Oil Service Interval: After the first 20 hours—Change the engine oil. Every 100 hours—Change the engine oil (more often in extremely dusty or sandy conditions). Yearly or before storage—Change the engine oil. Note: Dispose of the used oil at a recycling center. 1.
Servicing the Spark Plug Checking the Spark Plug Spark Plug Specifications Service Interval: Every 100 hours/Every 6 months (whichever comes first) Every 300 hours/Yearly (whichever comes first) Type: NGK BPR6ES or equivalent Important: Do not clean the spark plug(s). Gap: 0.7 to 0.8 mm (0.028 to 0.031 inch) Always replace the spark plug(s) when it has: a black coating, worn electrodes, an oily film, or cracks.
Fuel System Maintenance Cleaning the Fuel-Sediment Cup Service Interval: Every 100 hours/Every 6 months (whichever comes first)—Clean the fuel-sediment cup. Yearly or before storage—Clean the fuel-sediment cup. Underneath the fuel valve is a sediment cup to catch dirt in the fuel. 1. Park the machine on a level surface and shut off the engine. 2. Allow the engine to cool. 3. Disconnect the wire from the spark plug; refer to Disconnecting the Spark-plug Wire (page 18). 4.
Drive System Maintenance 2. Checking the Wheel Lug Nuts Checking the Tire Pressure Service Interval: Before each use or daily Service Interval: After the first hour After the first 10 hours WARNING Yearly Failure to maintain correct tire pressure may result in tire failure and loss of control, resulting in property damage and serious injury or death. Check and torque the wheel lug nuts to 108 to 122 N∙m (80 to 90 ft-lb). • Check the tire pressure frequently to ensure proper inflation.
Hydraulic System Maintenance Hydraulic System Safety • Seek immediate medical attention if fluid is injected into skin. Injected fluid must be surgically removed within a few hours by a doctor. • Ensure that all hydraulic-fluid hoses and lines are in good condition and all hydraulic connections and fittings are tight before applying pressure to the hydraulic system. • Keep your body and hands away from pinhole g206553 Figure 33 leaks or nozzles that eject high-pressure hydraulic fluid. 1.
Replacing the Hydraulic Filter Replacing the Hydraulic Fluid Service Interval: Every 100 hours Service Interval: Every 100 hours 1. Park the machine on a level surface, fully retract the splitting wedge, and shut off the engine. 2. Place a drain pan under the filter and replace the filter (Figure 35). 1. Park the machine on a level surface, fully retract the splitting wedge, and shut off the engine. Allow the machine to cool completely. 2.
Storage 15. Check and tighten all bolts, nuts, and screws. Repair or replace any part that is damaged. Storage Safety 16. Paint all scratched or bare metal surfaces. Paint is available from your Authorized Service Dealer. • Allow the machine to cool before storing. • Do not store the machine or fuel near flames. 17. Store the machine in a clean, dry garage or storage area. 18. Cover the machine to protect it and keep it clean. Storage For storage over 30 days, prepare the machine as follows: 1.
Troubleshooting Problem The engine does not start. The engine runs rough. The splitting wedge does not move. The splitting wedge moves slowly. Possible Cause Corrective Action 1. The engine On/Off switch is in the OFF position. 1. Move the switch to the ON position. 2. The fuel-shutoff valve is closed. 3. The choke is open. 4. The fuel tank is empty. 5. The throttle is not in the FAST position. 6. The spark plug wire is loose or disconnected. 2. Open the fuel-shutoff valve. 3.
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