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Read these safety rules and follow them 
closely. Failure to follow these rules could 
lead to loss of control of unit, severe personal 
injury or death to you or bystanders or result 
in damage to property or the machine.

Safety Alert Symbol

SIGNAL WORDS

The safety alert symbols above and signal 
words below are used on decals and in this 
manual.

Read and understand all safety messages.

1. Danger

2. Warning

3. Caution

4. Notice

NOTICE:

 Indicates information or procedures 

that are considered important but not hazard 
related. If not avoided property damage could 
result.

5. Important

IMPORTANT: 

Indicates general reference 

information worthy of special attention.

SAFETY DECALS

This splitting machine is capable of crushing 
or amputating body parts. Failure to observe 
the following safety instructions could result 
in serious injury or death.
The safety decals on your machine are visual 
reminders of the important safety information 
found in this manual. All messages found on 
your unit must be fully understood and 
carefully followed. Safety decals found on the 
machine are explained below.

Always replace missing or damaged safety 
decals. Replacement decals can be found in 
the parts manual for your machine and 
ordered from your dealer. 

Refer to Figure 2 for Safety Decal locations.

SAFETY

WARNING: 

This splitting machine 

is capable of crushing or 
amputating body parts. Failure to 
observe the safety instructions in 
the manuals and on decals could 
result in serious injury or death.
Tragic accidents can occur if the 
operator is not alert to the 
presence of children. Never 
assume that children will remain 
where you last saw them.

Gasoline is extremely flammable 
and the vapors are explosive, 
handle with care.

Stop engine and allow moving 
parts to stop before leaving 
operator’s position.

These are safety alert 
symbols. They mean: 

ATTENTION! 

YOUR SAFETY IS 
INVOLVED! 

 When you see this symbol:

BECOME ALERT! 

OBEY THE 
MESSAGE!

DANGER: 

Indicates an 

IMMINENTLY HAZARDOUS 
SITUATION! If not avoided, WILL 
RESULT in death or serious injury.

WARNING: 

Indicates a 

POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS 
SITUATION! If not avoided, COULD 
RESULT in death or serious injury.

CAUTION: 

Indicates a 

POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS 
SITUATION! If not avoided, MAY 
RESULT in minor or moderate injury. 
It may also be used to alert against 
unsafe practices.

Summary of Contents for 22-Ton Log Splitter

Page 1: ...i taire Utilisateur E10 The use of any gasoline exceeding 10 ethanol E10 or 10 MTBE will void the product warranty L utilisation d une essence contenant plus de 10 d thanol E10 ou de 10 de MTBE annule...

Page 2: ...tions If the engine manual is not available contact the engine manufacturer for a replacement manual MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBERS When ordering replacement parts or making service inquiries know the Model...

Page 3: ...our nearest Ariens Dealer for assistance NOTE To locate your nearest Ariens Dealer go to www ariens com on the Internet Before Attempting to Operate Your Unit 1 Make sure all assembly has been properl...

Page 4: ...s found on the machine are explained below Always replace missing or damaged safety decals Replacement decals can be found in the parts manual for your machine and ordered from your dealer Refer to Fi...

Page 5: ...ands away from moving parts Moving parts can crush or cut Keep children and others away from unit while operating Only one person should operate the log splitter and load the logs Operate the log spli...

Page 6: ...or s manual completely before attempting to use this log splitter Do not allow anyone to operate your log splitter who has not read the Operator s Manual or has not been instructed on the safe use of...

Page 7: ...quare the longest portion of the log should be rotated down and the most square end placed against the ram Use only your hand to operate the log splitter controls Do not refuel the engine until it has...

Page 8: ...rns Fluid in hydraulic system can penetrate skin and result in serious injury or death Be sure to stop the engine and relieve hydraulic pressure before doing any work on hydraulic parts Keep body and...

Page 9: ...ic liner Always place containers on the ground away from your vehicle before filling Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or container opening at all times until fueling is complet...

Page 10: ...Rear Stabilizer 13 Stripper Plate 14 Beam Assembly Lock 15 Hydraulic Pump 16 Hydraulic Tank 17 Hydraulic Tank Dipstick Breather 18 Control Valve 19 Hydraulic Oil Filter 20 Recoil Starter 21 Muffler 2...

Page 11: ...ORTANT Gradually open choke after engine starts Fuel Shut Off Valve Item 4 IMPORTANT The fuel shut off valve MUST be in the closed position before transporting the unit The fuel shut off valve has two...

Page 12: ...inder does not move even though the engine is running Return Up Move lever in this direction to retract cylinder Push lever fully in this direction to lock in return mode Lever will automatically retu...

Page 13: ...e designed to remove a log that has partially split but remains stuck on the wedge To remove stuck logs from the splitter wedge 1 Move the control lever to the Return Up position 2 Allow the cylinder...

Page 14: ...with holes in brackets 3 Insert lock pin all the way through brackets and stabilizer 4 Reinstall hair pin IMPORTANT Rear stabilizer must be locked in the transport position before towing unit or befor...

Page 15: ...lended with alcohols or ethers can damage the fuel system or cause performance problems If any undesirable operating problems occur use a gasoline with a lower percentage of alcohol or ether Fuel Stab...

Page 16: ...uld be cycled before splitting logs This allows the cool hydraulic oil in the cylinder to be circulated before placing a load on the hydraulic system 1 Start the engine and allow it warm up see Start...

Page 17: ...lly return to neutral once cylinder is fully retracted 7 Do not load another log or remove split pieces until the cylinder has completely stopped and the control lever is in the neutral position Do no...

Page 18: ...duled engine maintenance Refer to Engine Manual for detailed instructions 50 Hours or Every Season Check Fasteners Check all fasteners Replace fasteners that are missing or damaged Tighten all nuts an...

Page 19: ...aulic Oil and Filter NOTICE Change the hydraulic oil and oil filter every season or 100 hours 1 Clean area around hydraulic supply hose 2 Place container under oil filter and hydraulic supply hose to...

Page 20: ...eep all nuts bolts and screws properly tightened and know unit is in safe working condition Store unit in a cool dry protected area Protect bare metal areas with a light coat of oil or anti rust compo...

Page 21: ...der does not extend or retract when control lever is moved 1 Low hydraulic oil level 1 Refill hydraulic oil to proper level see Checking Hydraulic Oil Level on page 19 2 Kinked or pinched hydraulic li...

Page 22: ...it 71702900 Work Table Kit SPECIFICATIONS Model Number 917011 917012 Model 22 Ton Log Splitter 25 Ton Log Splitter Engine Engine Subaru Engine Model Number EA175V Displacement Cu In cc 10 6 174 Max RP...

Page 23: ...ctive part subject to the conditions limitations and exclusions set forth herein Such repair or replacement will be free of charge labor and parts to the original purchaser except as noted below Speci...

Page 24: ...iod Use Detail All Batteries 1 Year All Prorated All Belts Muffler Tires None Commercial These components are not covered when used commercially All Cloth Plastic and Rubber Components Including Belts...

Page 25: ...ed in the owner operator manual Modifying the utility vehicle with parts and accessories that are not genuine or authorized Ariens or Gravely parts or accessories Modifying the utility vehicle without...

Page 26: ...655 West Ryan Street Brillion WI 54110 920 756 4688 Fax 920 756 2407 www ariens com...

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