Brave MPCLS2013E.2, Owner'S Manual

Page 1: ...size hold opening can puncture skin and cause severe blood poisoning Inspect hydraulic system regularly for possible leaks Never check for leaks with your hand while the system is pressurized Seek medical attention immediately if injured by escaping fluid Fire Hazards If your log splitter is intended for use near any ignitable forest brush or grassy covered land the engine exhaust should be equipp...

Page 2: ...Hazard Signal Word Definitions 2 ...

Page 3: ... Each Use Step One Inspection Maintenance 12 Step Two Fueling 14 Step Three Work Site Selection Set up 15 Splitting Operation 16 Storage 21 Periodic Maintenance 22 Troubleshooting 23 Specifications 24 Parts Breakdown Exploded View 25 Summary of Important Safety Information for Operation 27 Assembly Instructions 32 Limited Warranty 40 Product Registration Form 41 ...

Page 4: ...rce Read the manual completely before using the machine to understand how to safely operate and maintain it Follow all safety precautions presented throughout this manual A summary of important safety information can be found at the end of the manual Contact Brave Support at 1 800 350 8739 for any questions about the appropriate use of this log splitter and or optional accessories Warranty Registr...

Page 5: ...iption 787753 Splitter Warning Instructions Decal 780187 Moving Towing Decal Always make sure safety labels are in place and in good condition If a safety label is missing or not legible order new labels or unsafe operation could result ...

Page 6: ... hitch 6 Safety Chains Secures trailer to vehicle in case of accidental disconnection of ball and coupler 7 Leg The leg supports the log splitter while operating The leg should be raised while towing see Operation Instructions 8 Lock The locking pin locks the log to prevent unintended movement 9 Tires The tires on this log splitter are for high speed towing max 45mph 10 Hydraulic Tank The hydrauli...

Page 7: ...imate hydraulic oil capacity 3 Fill reservoir with 10 wt AW32 ASLE H 150 or ISO 32 oil Use a funnel 4 Replace hydraulic oil dipstick and check that oil level reads full Note Do not thread in dipstick when checking oil level 5 Start engine and use split control lever to extend and retract wedge 5 five times to remove air from the high pressure lines 6 With wedge retracted check oil level again Fill...

Page 8: ...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 setting 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...

Page 9: ... carburetor flooding and reduce the chance of fuel leakage 3 Swing leg UP Lock the leg in the UP position before you move the log splitter anywhere by hand 4 Move log splitter to work site or tow hitch Move log splitter by hand either directly to chosen work site or to tow hitch for towing See Before Each Use section on selecting a work site Important Safety Instructions Hills Do not move the log ...

Page 10: ...e you move the log splitter anywhere by hand 4 Attach to hitch 2 ball Attach Log Splitter to vehicle hitch 1 Attach log splitter s coupler to a class 2 or higher hitch with 2 ball only 2 Adjust coupler to ball by raising locking lever and turning lock nut with fingers 3 Proper adjustment is obtained when coupler is as tight as possible on ball and locking lever can still be opened and closed 4 Loc...

Page 11: ...he added length of the splitter Rough terrain Drive slowly and take extra caution when traveling over rough terrain On public roads If towing on a public road make sure to comply with all local state and federal towing requirements It is the sole responsibility of the purchaser to obtain licensing trailer lights safety chains or signage as needed to comply Unattended Turn off the towing vehicle be...

Page 12: ...sconnect the spark plug 3 Relieve all hydraulic system pressure by moving the split control lever back and forth several times 2 Remove debris Remove debris from engine muffler and moving parts 1 Engine debris Debris on a hot engine can be a fire hazard Clean debris and chaff from engine cylinder head cylinder head fins blower housing rotating screen and muffler areas Avoid contact with hot muffle...

Page 13: ...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 6 Hydraulic oil level Check dipstick to make sure hydraulic oil level is to the fill line with cylinder retracted Fill as needed Note Do not ...

Page 14: ...pproved container NEVER pump fuel directly into engine at gas station Static charge can build and ignite fuel Use a UL approved fuel container to transfer gas to the engine Don t overfill DO NOT overfill the gas tank Allow at least 1 2 of empty space below the fill neck to allow for fuel expansion Heat flames sparks Stay away from sources of heat flame or sparks while adding fuel 5 Spills splashes...

Page 15: ...ases EVEN if you run a fan or open windows If you start to feel sick dizzy or weak while using the log splitter shut off the engine and get to fresh air RIGHT AWAY See a doctor You may have carbon monoxide poisoning 2 Fire precautions Take the following precautions against fire 1 IMPORTANT If your splitter will be used near any unimproved forest brush or grassy covered land then engine must be equ...

Page 16: ...tting control o Splitting wedge NEVER attempt to change the height or speed of the splitting wedge o Pressure setting NEVER increase the pressure setting of the pump or control valve Safety equipment controls Always operate the log splitter with all safety equipment in place and in good working order and all controls properly adjusted for safe operation Know how to stop Be thoroughly familiar with...

Page 17: ...y extending and returning the wedge several times before splitting wood WARNING Burns To avoid burns stay clear of hot muffler if you are starting a warm engine Carbon monoxide The running engine gives off carbon monoxide a poisonous gas that can kill you You CANNOT smell it see it or taste it If you start to feel sick dizzy or weak while using the log splitter shut off the engine and get to fresh...

Page 18: ...be split in a place that will make you reach across the log splitter in order to load them Square log ends Logs that are not cut square can slide out while splitting and become a safety hazard or cause excessive force to log splitter components Use a chainsaw to cut logs square on each end before attempting to split them Single log Never attempt to split more than one log at a time Pieces of log c...

Page 19: ...ice to actuate the control Second person Many accidents occur when there is more than one person involved in loading and operating the log splitter Only one person should operate the controls If a second person is assisting in loading logs the operator must NEVER actuate the split control lever until the assistant and all bystanders are at least 10 feet away NEVER allow an assistant to hold the lo...

Page 20: ...ssure from log by moving wedge away from the endplate 2 Turn engine OFF 3 Remove stuck log from the wedge manually with a pry bar or a sledgehammer Important Be extremely careful as log pieces may fly off as they separate from the wedge Make sure bystanders are clear and wear safety goggles 4 Do not attempt to resplit a stuck log once it has been removed from the wedge Manually split with an axe o...

Page 21: ... fuel storage life 2 Leave the fuel valve lever in the OFF position to reduce the possibility of fuel leakage Long Term Storage between infrequent uses and at end of season Drain the fuel tank and carburetor as instructed in the engine owner s manual Important Safety Instructions Always drain fuel from tank in outdoor well ventilated area Stay away from sources of heat flame or sparks while handli...

Page 22: ...ast 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 o NEVER adjust the pressure setting of the pump or valve o 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 seve...

Page 23: ...d at one end and passing the other end over the suspected area wear eye protection Look for discoloration of the cardboard or wood 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 immedi...

Page 24: ...ef Setting 3000 PSI Hydraulic Cylinder Bore 4 Hydraulic Cylinder Stroke 24 Spark Arrestor No Fuel Valve Yes Overall Dimensions 62 L x 39 W x 33 H Dry Weight 360 lb The manufacturer reserves the right to make improvements in design and or changes in specifications at any time without incurring any obligation to install them on units previously sold Any Questions Comments Problems or Parts Orders Ca...

Page 25: ...Parts Breakdown Exploded View Rev E 2 25 ...

Page 26: ...ucer Fitting 1 21 782432 Long Cylinder Hose 1 22 82517 Zip Tie 1 23 782431 Short Cylinder Hose 1 24 781825 Control Valve 1 25 791603 Valve Plate 1 26 791602 Log Table 2 27 791609 Beam Assembly 1 28 791601 Beam Slide 1 29 38587 2 Coupler 1 30 791608 Tow Channel 1 31 778498 Catch pin 2 32 791604 Swing Leg 1 33 777124 Slotted Jam Nut 2 34 782256 4 x24 Hydraulic Cylinder 1 36 791606 Bottom Plate 1 37 ...

Page 27: ...plitting wedge NEVER attempt to change the height or speed of the splitting wedge Pressure setting NEVER increase the pressure setting of the pump or control valve Operator Restrictions Untrained operators Do not allow anyone to operate the log splitter who has not read the Owner s Manual or been instructed on the safe use of the splitter Minimum operator age Never allow anyone under 16 years old ...

Page 28: ...quipment Eye protection Always wear safety glasses or goggles when operating the machine Pieces of log may fly out and serious eye injury can occur Boots Falling logs can crush feet Always wear safety shoes or heavy boots when operating or helping to load logs Loose dangling Loose or dangling apparel can become entangled in moving parts Never wear jewelry or loose fitting clothing Gloves Wear snug...

Page 29: ...le and explosive You can be burned or seriously injured when handling fuel Use extreme care when handling gasoline Fuel outdoors Fill fuel tank outdoors never indoors Gasoline vapors can ignite if they collect inside an enclosure Explosion can result Use approved container Never pump fuel directly into engine at gas station Static charge can build and ignite fuel Use an UL approved fuel container ...

Page 30: ...all control handles back and forth to relieve system pressure before changing or adjusting hydraulic system components such as hoses tubing fittings or other components Carbon monoxide The running engine gives off carbon monoxide a poisonous gas that can kill you You CANNOT smell it see it or taste it If you start to feel sick dizzy or weak while using the log splitter shut off the engine and get ...

Page 31: ...litter Personal injury could result from log or metal pieces flying out at high speed toward the operator or bystanders or the splitter could become damaged 1 Remove pressure from log by moving wedge away from the endplate 2 Turn engine OFF 3 Remove stuck log from the wedge manually with a pry bar or a sledgehammer Be extremely careful as log pieces may fly off as they separate from the wedge Wear...

Page 32: ...ged components contact the Freight Company that delivered the unit and file a claim CAUTION Heavy lifting required Some of the components in these assembly instructions are heavy and cannot be lifted by one person safely Please plan on assembling this product when another person can be available to help out Tools needed Adjustable wrenches Torque Wrench Soft Faced Mallet Flat Blade Screw Driver ...

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Page 34: ...tall the Tow Leg Assembly to the Beam Assembly Use 3 8 x 1 1 4 Bolts and 3 8 Class G Nuts Using a Torque Wrench tighten to 37lb ft Step 3 Attach the Beam Assembly and the Hose Guide to the Hydraulic Tank Assembly Use 3 8 x 1 1 4 Bolts and 3 8 Class G Nuts Using a Torque Wrench tighten to 37lb ft Install Grommets into the Hose Guide Beam assembly Grommets 3 8 X 1 1 4 bolts Tank assembly Hose guide ...

Page 35: ...facing out Slide washer on axle Thread Axle Nut onto Axle hand tight Back Axle Nut off turn Make sure Tire spins freely Insert Cotter Pin through hole in Axle and bend it so Axle Nut cannot come off Make sure Tire spins freely Tap Dust Cap onto Tire with a soft faced mallet Repeat steps for the other Tire Step 6 Fasten Lever to Control Valve with Pins and Bridge Pins as shown Bridge pins Control v...

Page 36: ...s and 1 4 Flange Nuts Valve plate 3 8 x 1 bolts 3 8 flange nuts Beam assembly Reducer fitting High Pressure Elbow Pump hose Control valve Pump Step 9 Attach the Reducer Fitting and the High Pressure Elbow to the Control Valve port marked IN Orient the High Pressure Elbow as shown Attach Pump Hose to the Pump use Pipe Sealant on threads into Pump Attach the loose end to the High Pressure Elbow Pipe...

Page 37: ...Clarity Step 11 Route the Cylinder Hoses through the Hose Guide and then through the opening between the Beam Assembly and Hydraulic Tank Assembly Install the Zip Tie around the pump and cylinder hoses Long hose Short hose Control valve A B Cylinder hoses Zip tie Hose guide Beam assembly WARNING All Hoses should be routed and secured outside of the beam slide zone Note Injury can occur if beam sli...

Page 38: ...he Hydraulic Tank Assembly and the Hydraulic Pump with the Hose Clamps Long hose Control valve Tank assembly Hose clamps Short hose Step 15 Fill Log Splitter with Hydraulic Fluid as outlined in the Initial Unpacking Set Up section of the manual Fill Engine with SAE 10W 30 as recommended by the Engine Manufacturer Step 14 Install the Log Tables to the Beam Assembly A soft faced mallet may be requir...

Page 39: ...ue and align holes Attach coupler to Tow Leg Assembly using 2 x 3 bolts and 2 Class G Flange Nuts Tighten Bolts to a 55 lb ft torque Step 17 Attach safety chains to beam using 3 8 x 1 1 4 Bolts and 2 3 8 Class G Nuts Tighten Bolts to a 37 lb ft torque 3 8 nuts Safety chains 3 8 x 1 1 4 bolts This view is a cross section taken through the center of the tongue and coupler ...

Page 40: ... personal residential household use by a consumer Commercial use means all other uses including but not limited to use for commercial income producing or rental purposes or when purchased by a business This limited warranty applies to the original purchaser of the equipment verification of purchase in the form of a receipt is the responsibility of the buyer is non transferable and covers parts and...

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