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SAVE THE RECEIPT, WARRANTY AND THESE INSTRUCTIONS.  It is important that you read the entire
manual to become familiar with the unit BEFORE you begin assembly.

Technical Specifications

Tool Name

:

Log Splitter - Mini 6 Ton

Item Number:

42696

Log Capacity:

27" Long 8" Diameter

Overall:

14-7/8" L x 15-1/8" W x 44-3/8" H

Handle Length:

12"

Cylinder Capacity:

6 Ton

Cylinder:

Hydraulic

Length:

8"

Base Rails:

0.160 Angle Iron

Base Support:

0.112" Mild Steel

Cutter Support:

0.312" Mild Steel

Uprights:

0.125"

Retaining Pins:

0.390 OD x 2-1/2" L

Weight:

34 LBS.

Safety Warnings and Precautions

WARNING: When using product, basic safety precautions should always be followed to
reduce the risk of personal injury and damage to equipment.

Read all instructions before using this product!

1.

Keep work area clean

.  Cluttered areas invite injuries.

2.

Keep children away

.  Children must never be allowed in the work area.

3.

Store idle equipment

.  When not in use, tools must be stored in a dry location to inhibit rust.  Always lock

up tools and keep out of reach of children.

4.

Do not force tool

.  It will do the job better and more safely at the rate for which it was intended.  Do not

use inappropriate attachments in an attempt to exceed the tool capacity.

5.

Use the right tool for the job

.  Do not attempt to force a small tool or attachment to do the work of a

larger industrial tool. There are certain applications for which this tool was designed. Do not modify this
tool and do not use this tool for a purpose for which it was not intended.

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Summary of Contents for 42696

Page 1: ...6 TON 42696 ASSEMBLY OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 3491 Mission Oaks Blvd Camarillo CA 93011 MINI LOG SPLITTER Visit our Web Site at www harborfreight com 3 Revised cover page 04 06...

Page 2: ...ons WARNING When using product basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of personal injury and damage to equipment Read all instructions before using this product 1 Keep w...

Page 3: ...ween the log and ram during the forward or reverse stroke 14 Never leave the product unattended while in operation 15 Remove adjusting keys and wrenches Check that keys and adjusting wrenches are remo...

Page 4: ...rt Assembly 09A Secure in place with Hex Nut 18A see Figure 3 Step 5 Thread a Hex Nut 10A onto each Hook Screw 11A and thread the Hook Screws up into the bottom of Jack Support 1A Also thread a Nex Nu...

Page 5: ...ur Log Splitter it may be helpful to refer to each of the operational Figures as well as to the Parts List and Assembly Diagram located on the last pages of this manual Never force the tool or attachm...

Page 6: ...m length of each log to be split does not exceed 27 If the log exceeds this length it must be cut to no longer than 27 The logs diameter is not to exceed 8 Step 2 Place the Log between the Jack Suppor...

Page 7: ...D BE UNDERTAKEN BY CERTIFIED AND LICENSED TECHNICIANS AND NOT BY THE BUYER THE BUYER ASSUMES ALL RISK AND LIABILITY ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER REPAIRS TO THE ORIGINAL PRODUCT OR REPLACEMENT PARTS THERE...

Page 8: ...Assembly Diagram Main Parts List A 42696 Page 8...

Page 9: ...Handle 1 9B O Ring 1 26B Rubber Handle 1 10B Plastic Cap Safety Valve 1 27B Handle Sleeve 1 11B Cotter Pin 1 28B Packing Reservoir 1 12B Pin 1 29B Reservoir 1 13B Cap Washer 1 30B Packing Reservoir 1...

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