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Assembly & Operating Instructions

Model

40318

4 Ton Electric

Log Splitter

Rev 03/04

Summary of Contents for 40318

Page 1: ...ght Tools Copyright 1999 by Harbor Freight Tools All Rights Reserved No portion of this manual or any artwork contained herein may be reproduced in any manner shape or form without the express written...

Page 2: ...ic ram splits logs in a safe controlled manner without axes sledge hammers or wedges 5 2 Hand Safety Control Built in safety design keeps your hands away from the log and splitter during operation 6 D...

Page 3: ...ANSI approved impact safety goggles if you are producing metal filings or wood chips Wear an ANSI approved dust mask or respirator when working around metal wood and chemical dusts and mists Use ANSI...

Page 4: ...ic leaks Be sure the tool and your work area are clean and free of oil spills Hydraulic fluid can create hazards causing you to slip and fall your hands to slip while using the machine or fire hazard...

Page 5: ...Assembly K Motor Start Switch L Wheels Page 5 SKU 40318 Figure 2 Major Components Overview The only assembly required is as follows Screw Handle A D Below into Handle B E Below The Log Splitter is re...

Page 6: ...crew 14 located on the Front Cover 15 3 4 turns whenever the splitter is being used Retighten this screw when you are finished Place log onto Splitter Place the log onto the splitter lengthwise and ly...

Page 7: ...extension cord Only use rounded jacket extension cords listed by the Underwriters Laboratories UL Improper use of extension cords may cause inefficient operation of your tool which can result in overh...

Page 8: ...l is low refill using a recommended oil Sharpening the Wedge After long periods of operation and when required sharpen the wedge using a fine toothed file and carefully removing any burrs or flat spot...

Page 9: ...Model 40318 Log Splitter Parts List Page 9 SKU 40318...

Page 10: ...Page 10 SKU 40318 REV 02 02 Model 40318 Log Splitter Parts Diagram Note Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only and are not available individually as replacement parts REV 03 04...

Page 11: ...use of our product Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation of exclusion may not apply to you This warranty is expressly in...