Bushranger LS301, Operator'S Manual

Page 1: ...Operator s Manual MODEL NUMBER SERIAL NUMBER Both model number and serial number may be found on the main label You should record both of them in a safe place for future use FOR YOUR SAFETY READ AND UNDERSTAND THE ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING MACHINE 8 30 TON LOG SPLITTER ...

Page 2: ...ter will only split logs lengthwise with the grain Engine Manual The Engine Manufacturer is responsible for all engine related issues with regards to performance power rating specifications warranty and service Please refer to the Engine Manufacturer s owner operator s manual packed separately with your unit or more information Introduction 2 Specifications 3 Symbols 4 Safety 5 Contents Supplied 9 ...

Page 3: ...ic Rod Diameter 45 mm Cylinder Cycle Time 10 9 seconds Hydraulic Capacity 22 5 L Hydraulic Oil Included Pre filled with premium hydraulic fluid Replacement Filters Built in Sealed Return Filter Suction Screen Hoses High pressure w wire braid Coil wrapped Beam Heavy duty U shape formed construction Wedge Size 190mm Wedge Style 2 way 4 Way Wedge Optional Rear Wheels 4 80 8 DOT Approved 16 O D Road T...

Page 4: ...rks or flames Properly dispose of waste oil HYDRAULIC OIL FILLING MAX MIN REVERSE FORWARD N Keep children and bystanders off and away from the log splitter Be sure the engine s switch is off before transporting the machine or performing any maintenance Keep hands and fingers away from all pinch points Never remove partially split wood from the wedge with your hands Fingers may become trapped betwee...

Page 5: ... of repair or is in poor mechanical condition Replace damaged missing or failed parts before using it Check for fuel leaks Keep the machine in safe working condition Do not use the machine if the engine s switch does not turn it on or off Any petrol powered machine that can t be controlled with the engine switch is dangerous and must be replaced SAFETY General Safety Rules Understand your Machine ...

Page 6: ...c components Hydraulic fluid can result in severe burns Fluid Regularly check to see that keys and adjusting wrenches are removed from the machine area before starting it A wrench or a key that is left attached to a rotating part of the machine may result in personal injury Avoid accidental starting Be sure the engine s switch is off before transporting the machine or performing any maintenance or ...

Page 7: ...ries Specific Safety Rules Preparation of the log Both ends of the log should be cut as square as possible to prevent the log from rotating out of the splitter during operation Never split logs greater than the specified log capacity Do not operate the log splitter on icy wet muddy or slippery ground Only operate your log splitter on level ground Operating on a slope could cause the log splitter to...

Page 8: ... Before towing the log splitter check t res for excessive wear cuts or damage Check for proper t re inflation Add air as required Do not over inflate t res Serious injury can result if t res explode Check before towing to make sure the log splitter is correctly and securely attached to the towing vehicle and the safety chains are secured to the hitch or bumper of the vehicle with enough slack to all...

Page 9: ...e 10 Operator s Manual and Engine Manual 11 Tools for Spark plug Assembly 12 Log Table Optional 13 Hardware Kit Including 3 4 7 9 8 OPTIONAL 12 11 10 2 1 6 5 13 Your log splitter comes partially assembled and contains the following OPTIONAL M22 X 2 A 4 X 50 X 2 X 2 M12 X 90 X 2 B M10 X 25 X 4 C 20 X 110 X 1 D Bridge Pin X 1 M10 X 25 X 2 E M8 X 20 X 2 F M12 X 35 X 8 G M10 X 25 X 4 H ...

Page 10: ...make sure the bearing is in the right position Slide the wheel with the valve stem facing out to the wheel axle and the other roller bearing then put the wheel washer against the bearing Use a 32mm socket to tighten the axle nut completely Spin the wheel clockwise or counterclock wise to ensure proper bearing seating Loosen the axle nut until it is loose enough to turn the wheel with your fingers R...

Page 11: ... l i n d e r assembly is in the vertical position a helper is needed to prevent the beam from tipping over until it is secured on the hydraulic tank assembly with the hitch pin and R clip The beam assembly is heavy and has a small foot print When in the vertical position the beam may fall causing damage to the machine and could result in personal injury TOW BAR Insert the tow bar into the tank piv...

Page 12: ...he tank weldment and insert the beam pivot pin and washer See Figure 6b 2 Insert the bridge pin through the hole in the beam pivot pin 3 M10x25 x4 Pivot Bracket Beam Parallel Lines 32mm 13mm 16mm 19mm Figure 5 Figure 6a Beam Pivot Pin x1 Tank Pivot Mount Washer x1 Bridge Pin x1 Pivot Bracket Figure 6b BEAM LOCK BRACKET When mounting the lock latch assembly make sure the latch rod side of the brack...

Page 13: ...low step 1 to assemble the left log cradle See Figure 9 1 Align the holes on the right log cradle to the inside and lower holes on the beam mounts Insert the M12x35 bolts flat washers and nuts and securely tighten M12 X 35 X 8 G M8 X 20 X 2 F LOG TABLE OPTIONAL Refer to Figures 9 and 10 to install the work table Remove the bolts flat washers and nuts from the inside holes Move the log cradle from th...

Page 14: ...rol Handle 4 Way Wedge Optional Log Spinner Foot Plate 2 Position Log Cradle Cylinder Lifting Handle Manual Tube Reservior Safety Chains Control Valve Hydraulic Breather Dipstick Beam Lock Bracket Support Leg Beam Assembly 2 Ball Hitch Coupler Hydraulic Pump Log Table Optional ...

Page 15: ...ee positions Forward Neutral and Reverse See the operation section for instruction MANUAL TUBE Keep manuals safely in the tube BEAM LOCK BRACKET The beam lock bracket is used to secure the beam in the horizontal position LIFTING HANDLE The lifting handle is included for easy transition from horizontal to vertical 2 BALL HITCH COUPLER The coupler hitch is at the end of the tow bar and attaches to a...

Page 16: ...porative emissions c o n t r o l s y s t e m c o m p o n e n t s required to meet EPA and or CARB regulations that will only function properly when the fuel tank has been filled to the recommended level Overfilling may cause permanent damage to evaporative emissions control system components Filling to the recommended level ensures a vapor gap required to allow for fuel expansion Pay close attenti...

Page 17: ... direction to lock it return mode The lever will automatically return to the neutral position once the cylinder fully retracts Sudden stopping at a high speed under a heavy load is not recommended Engine damage may result STOP ENGINE Return the cylinder to fully retracted position or home position Move the Throttle lever to SLOW Move the engine switch to OFF Close the fuel shut off valve If the en...

Page 18: ...If a log does not split completely and becomes stuck on the wedge never attempt to remove it by modifying the splitter or adding attachments to the splitter Move the control lever to the Reverse positon and allow the cylinder to retract until the stuck log contacts the stripper plates Continue to retract the cylinder until the log is dislodged from the wedge Do not use the unit if the stripper pla...

Page 19: ...or proper functionality TOWING BY VEHICLE ON OFF Turn the fuel shut off valve off This prevents fuel from flooding the engine 1 Do not t res Serious injury can occur if t re explodes When seating a bead after repair do not exceed 30 PSI Pressures higher than 30 PSI can cause the t re and wheel to rupture and explode Make sure hitch is in good working order Check safety chains Two safety chains must...

Page 20: ... all used oil and particles Remove oil drain plug to drain oil from the hydraulic transmission system Examine oil for metal chips as a precaution to future problems After oil has been completely drained from the machine reinstall drain plug LOG SPLITTER HYDRAULIC OIL FILLING MAX MIN ADD HYDRAULIC OIL TO OIL TANK Never remove the hydraulic oil dipstick when the engine is running or hot Hot oil can ...

Page 21: ... or any other corrosive material vapors can ignite if they collect inside an enclosure and explosion can result Store petrol in a cool dry place in a tightly sealed container Store the log splitter in a location away from corrosive materials sources of heat open flames sparks or pilot lights 6 5 3 years domestic warranty excludes engine and hydraulic components 1 year hydraulic components Engine as...

Page 22: ...ct your BushrangerTM Dealer 2 Contact your BushrangerTM Dealer 3 Check oil level and add as needed Wedge does not auto return 1 Low hydraulic oil 2 Faulty control valve 1 Check oil level and add as needed 2 Contact your BushrangerTM Dealer Excessive bouncing while towing Underinflated Inflate tyres to proper pressure Control valve handle does not return to neutral when released from forward positio...

Page 23: ...LOG SPLITTER 23 ILLUSTRATED PARTS LIST FOR LS301 30T LOG SPLITTER ...

Page 24: ...LOG SPLITTER 24 Parts List on page 26 PARTS DIAGRAM ...

Page 25: ... Pin 20x110 1 46 Bridge Pin 1 47 Elastic Spider Block 1 48 Gear Pump 1 49 Outlet Connector of Pump 1 50 Retainer Slide 2 51 Bracket Weldment 1 52 Key 3 25 1 53 Gear Pump Connector Left 1 54 Gear Pump Connector Right 1 55 Bolt M8x10 2 56 Bolt 5 16 24UNF 4 57 Key1 4 50 1 58 Pivot Bracket 1 59 Spring Washer 5 4 60 Manual Tube 1 61 Screw M5x10 4 62 Cover of Pump Bracket 1 63 Pump Bracket 1 64 Nut M12 ...

Page 26: ...90 Safety Clasp 1 91 Latch Rod 1 92 Circlip 34 1 93 Support Leg Weldment 1 94 Hose Clamp 45 1 95 Bolt M10x85 1 96 Washer 6 7 97 Nut M10 1 98 Flat Washer 20 1 Optional Work Table 99 Bolt M10x25 4 100 Log Table 1 101 Flat Washer 10 4 102 Spring Washer 10 4 103 Nut M10 4 Part Number 50080 50081 50082 50083 50084 50085 50086 50087 50088 50089 50090 50091 50092 50093 50094 50095 50096 50097 50098 50099...

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