Champion 100326-1, Operator'S Manual

Page 1: ...ntains important safety precautions which should be read and understood before operating the product Failure to do so could result in serious injury This manual should remain with the product Specifications descriptions and illustrations in this manual are as accurate as known at the time of publication but are subject to change without notice REGISTER YOUR PRODUCT ONLINE at championpowerequipment...

Page 2: ...m from Horizontal to Vertical Orientation 21 Towing Log Splitter Safety 21 Log Splitter Location 22 Operation 22 Starting the Engine 22 Stopping the Engine 23 Log Splitter Operation 24 Operation at High Altitude 24 Maintenance 25 Cleaning the Log splitter 25 Changing the Engine Oil 25 Cleaning and Adjusting the Spark Plug s 25 Cleaning the Air Filter 26 Changing the Hydraulic Oil 26 Maintenance Sc...

Page 3: ...lways exercise common sense and always err on the side of caution when operating the product to ensure no accident property damage or injury occurs We want you to continue to use and be satisfied with your CPE product for years to come When contacting CPE about parts and or service you will need to supply the complete model and serial numbers of your product Transcribe the information found on you...

Page 4: ...p hands and feet away from rotating parts Tie up long hair and remove jewelry Operate equipment with guards in place DO NOT wear loose fitting clothing dangling drawstrings or items that could become caught WARNING Operation of this equipment may create sparks that can start fires around dry vegetation A spark arrestor may be required The operator should contact local fire agencies for laws or reg...

Page 5: ...n of the starter cord will pull hand and arm towards the engine faster than you can let go Unintentional startup can result in entanglement traumatic amputation or laceration Broken bones fractures bruises or sprains could result When starting engine pull the starter cord slowly until resistance is felt and then pull rapidly to avoid kickback CAUTION Parts of the hydraulic circuit cylinder pump va...

Page 6: ...plitter DO NOT move or tip the log splitter during operation DO NOT tip the log splitter or allow fuel or oil to spill When transporting or servicing the log splitter Make certain that the fuel valve is in the OFF position the gasoline tank is empty Disconnect the spark plug wire When storing the log splitter Store away from sparks open flames pilot lights heat and other sources of ignition Do not...

Page 7: ...ach use It is possible for connections to vibrate loose over time 3 Never leave the machine unattended with the power source operating 4 Never operate the machine when under the influence of alcohol drugs or medication 5 The machine owner should instruct all operators in safe log splitter operation 6 Always operate the log splitter with all safety equipment in place and all controls properly adjus...

Page 8: ...substrate Revision Changes This artwork belongs to Champion Power Equipment The contents are confidential and privileged and shall not be disclosed to or used by or for outside parties without the explicit consent of Champion Power Equipment Fuel C 1966 L SF A DO NOT TOUCH Hot surface WARNING NO TOCAR Superficie caliente ADVERTENCIA AVERTISSEMENT NE TOUCHEZ PAS Surface chaude K 485 152 Colors LPN ...

Page 9: ...a full face shield as well as full ear protection when operating this product Footwear Always wear safety shoes or heavy boots when operating the machine Gloves Always wear nonslip heavy duty protective gloves when operating this product Safety Alert Precautions that involve your safety Risk of Fire Fuel and its vapors are extremely flammable and explosive Fire can cause severe burns or death Do n...

Page 10: ...phyxiation This engine emits carbon monoxide an odorless colorless poison gas Breathing carbon monoxide can cause nausea fainting or death Use only in a well ventilated area Clearance Keep all objects including others at least 10 feet 3m from this machine Only one person should operate the log splitter and load the logs Never operate on an incline Make sure the splitter is on a level surface Block...

Page 11: ...k oil level Recommended oil is 10W 30 2 Turn the fuel valve to ON position 3 Move choke lever to CHOKE position 4 Pull the recoil cord 5 Move the choke lever to RUN position 2107 L OP A 1 10W 30 2 1 2 3 5 4 K 376 485 152 CG1 Colors LPN 2107 L OP Rev A Size 75 x 35 mm Artwork Notes 3mm corner radius 2mm safe margin to be printed on WHITE substrate Revision Changes This artwork belongs to Champion P...

Page 12: ...e 2 Hydraulic Cylinder 3 9 in bore 10 cm 22 6 in 57 5 cm stroke MAX to 3900 psi 3 Control Valve Handle Controls the movement of the cutting wedge 4 Wedge 5 Splitting Beam 6 Log Cradle Prevents logs from rolling off beam 7 Log Catchers 8 Engine 224cc OHV 9 Tires Maximum travel speed is 45 MPH 72 KM H 10 Beam Lock Pin Secures in either horizontal or vertical position 11 Beam Bracket Holds splitting ...

Page 13: ...start the engine 4 Fuel Valve Used to turn fuel supply on and off to engine 5 Recoil Starter Used to manually start the engine 6 Engine Switch Used to STOP the engine 7 Oil Drain Bolt Used to drain the oil from the engine 8 Oil Fill Cap Dipstick Used to check and fill oil level 9 Gasoline Tank 0 8 gal 3 1 L 10 Gasoline Gauge 11 Fuel Cap Remove to add fuel 1 2 9 4 3 5 7 8 6 11 10 ...

Page 14: ...olt M8 40 4 13mm wrench Lock Nut M8 4 14mm wrench Flat Washer 4 Beam 1 Bolt M18 115 1 27mm wrench or socket Nut M14 1 22mm wrench or socket Flat Washer 2 Flat Washer Ø14 1 Fenders 2 Bolt M10 25 4 16mm wrench or socket Nut M10 4 17mm wrench Lock Washer 4 Flat Washer 4 Oil Return Hose 1 27mm open end wrench High Pressure Hose 1 27mm open end wrench Suction Hose 1 C Clamp 2 Flat head screw driver or ...

Page 15: ...oil tank with an M10 25 bolt 36 Ø10 washer 22 Ø10 lock washer 21 and M10 nut 26 The safety reflector should be facing the back of the hydraulic oil tank 36 35 22 21 26 2 Repeat with second fender on opposite side 3 Install the Wheels 1 Remove the two plastic shipping caps from the wheel hubs 2 Slide the wheel 40 onto the axle Be sure the tire valve stem is facing out 3 Thread the castle nut 38 on ...

Page 16: ...uld be at the rear bottom of the slotted hole see Fig A When in the horizontal position the bolt should be at the front top of the slotted hole see Fig B If the bolt does not slide to the correct position when the beam is transitioned loosen the nut in half turn increments until it does FIG A FIG B 4 Pivot the beam to the horizontal position and secure it with the lock pin 54 and R clip 56 through...

Page 17: ... your hoses per below instructions to ensure proper assembly These hoses are black and have swivel nuts on both ends The Oil Inlet Hose 19 sends hydraulic oil from the pump to the control valve cylinder The Oil Return Hose 49 returns hydraulic oil from the control valve cylinder to the tank Hose connections do NOT require thread seal tape The O ring seals against the face of the fittings on the pu...

Page 18: ...a M10 flat washer B and a M10 lock washer C onto the bolt A from the bottom side and thread the M10 nuts D onto the bolts and tighten securely CORRECT ASSEMBLY ORIENTATION A C B D INCORRECT ASSEMBLY ORIENTATION A C B D Add Engine Oil CAUTION DO NOT attempt to crank or start the engine before it has been properly filled with the recommended type and amount of oil Damage to the engine as a result of...

Page 19: ...ed after the 5 hour initial break in period Using synthetic oil does not increase the recommended oil change interval Full synthetic 5W 30 oil will aid in starting in cold ambient 5º C 41º F Add Fuel 1 Use clean fresh regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum octane rating of 85 and an ethanol content of less than 10 by volume y b c 2 DO NOT mix oil with gasoline 3 Remove the gasoline cap 4 Slowly ...

Page 20: ...rately overfilled before shipping from the factory When the unit has been operated oil will adjust to proper level 3 After running and cycling the unit several minutes purging air from the system turn off the engine and check the hydraulic oil level using the oil sight glass Oil level should visibly fill the sight glass If your log splitter was delivered unassembled follow these instructions 1 Mak...

Page 21: ...ill not hold air DO NOT exceed the maximum 45 MPH 72 KM H towing speed Changing Beam from Horizontal to Vertical Orientation When logs are too heavy to lift log splitter beam can be moved from horizontal to vertical orientation To change from horizontal to vertical orientation 1 Remove R clip and pin that locks the beam to the tow bar 2 Standing alongside the hydraulic ram opposite side from the e...

Page 22: ...ock pin in the pivot bracket WARNING ALWAYS use the log splitter for its intended use The log splitter should only be used to split wood logs length wise with the grain NEVER modify alter or change the log splitter in anyway Modifications will void the warranty NEVER attach a rope cable or other device to the control lever on the log splitter DO NOT modify or change the engine and operating speeds...

Page 23: ... start NOTICE If the engine starts but does not run make certain that the log splitter is on a flat level surface The engine is equipped with a low oil sensor that will prevent the engine from running when the oil level falls below a critical threshold Stopping the Engine In an emergency turn the engine switch to the OFF position Under normal operation 1 Turn the fuel valve to the OFF position 2 L...

Page 24: ...ed as the air mass and air fuel ratio decrease Engine power and log splitter output will be reduced approximately 3 for every 1000 ft of elevation above sea level This is a natural trend and cannot be changed by adjusting the engine At high altitudes increased exhaust emissions can also result due to the increased enrichment of the air fuel ratio Other high altitude issues can include hard startin...

Page 25: ...faces of the engine and log splitter Use a soft bristle brush to remove excess dirt and oil Use an air compressor 25 PSI to clear dirt and small debris Wipe all metal parts with an oily rag to help prevent rust and corrosion Changing the Engine Oil Change oil when the engine is warm Refer to the oil specification to select the proper grade for your operating environment 1 Remove the oil drain plug...

Page 26: ... this manual for hydraulic oil capacities NOTICE The drain plug is sealed with Teflon tape Add 2 3 wraps of new Teflon tape as needed when replacing the drain plug to prevent oil leak 4 To drain the oil Place an oil drain container under the drain plug Unscrew counter clockwise and remove the tank drain plug on the bottom of the hydraulic tank Allow oil to completely drain from the tank into the c...

Page 27: ...ine disconnect the spark plug and relieve system pressure before cleaning adjusting or repairing the splitter Relieve system pressure by moving split control lever back and forth several times NOTICE Refer to Specifications for a list of compatible replacement filters or call Champion Power Equipment at 1 877 338 0999 to order a replacement OEM filter Maintenance Schedule Follow the service interv...

Page 28: ...F position Engines Stored for Over 30 Days 1 Add a properly formulated fuel stabilizer to the tank 2 Run the engine for a few minutes so the treated fuel cycles through the fuel system and carburetor 3 Turn the fuel valve to the Off position 4 Let the engine run until fuel starvation has stopped the engine This usually takes a few minutes 5 The engine needs to cool completely before cleaning and s...

Page 29: ...use in warmer climates always ABOVE 32 F 0 C ISO 32 SAE10W Universal Hydraulic Oil For year round use in colder climates BELOW 32 F 0 C Automatic Transmission Fluid Replacement filters Fram PH9342 K N HP 2008 Wix 51361 Fuel Specifications Use regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum octane rating of 85 and an ethanol content of less than 10 by volume DO NOT USE E15 or E85 DO NOT OVERFILL Gasoline ...

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Page 31: ...1 33 G889 1 2000 M14 Lock Nut M14 1 34 G5782 2000 M12 85 Bolt M12 85 2 35 PMJ22G 34 00 Left Fender 1 36 G5783 2000 M10 25 Bolt M10 25 4 37 PMJ22J 05 02 Axle Cap 2 38 G9459 1988 M20 1 5 Slotted Nut M20 1 5 2 39 L44634 LYC DS Tapered Bearing 4 40 PMJ37N 05 03 Wheel 2 Part Number Description Qty 41 PMJ22J 05 01 Cased Seal 2 42 G91 2000 4 32 Cotter Pin Ø4 32 2 43 PMJ25M 04 00 Oil Tank 1 44 PMJ22G 19 O...

Page 32: ...ASME B18 2 1 1996 516 24 1 Bolt 5 16 in 24 1 in 4 74 G818 2000 M4 10 Cross Head Screw M4 10 4 75 G848 1985 4 Lock Washer Ø4 4 76 G859 1987 4 Washer Ø4 4 77 PMJ22G 32 Connector Cover 1 78 G77 2000 M6 10 Screw M6 10 1 79 PMJ22G 26 Gear Pump Connector 1 80 G1096 1979 3 18 25 4 Flat Key 3 18 2 54 1 81 PMJ22J 14 Gear Pump 1 82 G889 1 2000 M8 Lock Nut M8 4 ...

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Page 34: ... Cap Yellow 1 40 23 110005 01 Spring Throttle Return 1 41 27 110003 00 Arm Governor 1 42 1 6177 06 Flange Nut M6 3 Part Number Description Qty 43 2 03 021 1 Washer Ø6 4 Ø13 1 Black 1 44 21 110001 00 Shaft Governor Arm 1 45 22 123000 02 Ignition Coil 1 46 1 5789 0625 Flange Bolt M6 25 2 47 23 110006 00 Rod Governor 1 48 27 110007 01 Spring Governor 1 49 2 08 040 Bolt M6 21 Governor Arm 1 50 21 1100...

Page 35: ...620 Flange Bolt M6 20 2 113 24 091003 02 Element Air Cleaner 1 114 24 091200 02 Cover Air Cleaner 1 115 24 091600 01 Screw Cap Air Clean Cover 2 116 2 12 001 Buffer Ø7 5 7 5 1 117 2 06 006 Clamp Ø7 Ø1 1 118 22 070013 00 Pipe Air Cleaner 1 119 24 091000 02 Air Cleaner Assembly 1 120 24 101000 00 2 Muffler Assembly 1 121 22 061000 00 Recoil Assembly 1 122 24 070100 02 Cap Fuel Tank 1 123 81 070301 0...

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Page 37: ...01 Drain Plug Bolt M10 1 25 15 Blue White Zinc 2 32 16400 Z810210 0000 Governor Gear Assembly 1 33 90547 0205 00 Bearing 2 Part Number Description Qty 34 37060 Z010120 0001 Engine oil Sensor W O Nut 1 35 90001 0614 01 Hexagon Flange Bolt M6 14 Blue White Zinc 2 36 90305 Z010210 0101 Hexagon Flange Nut M10 Blue White Zinc 1 37 16061 Z010110 0000 Governor Arm 1 38 90408 Z010210 0000 Washer Ø6 2 Ø15 ...

Page 38: ...1 Z010110 0000 Carburetor Gasket 1 82 16100 Z811410 00M3 Carburetor Assembly 1 83 17001 Z010210 0000 Air Cleaner Gasket 1 84 17100 Z011910 00A1 Air Cleaner 1 85 17151 Z2M0110 0000 Air Cleaner Element 1 86 90305 0600 33 Hexagon Flange Nut M6 Black Zinc 2 87 90007 0630 A1 Hexagon Flange Bolt M6 30 Blue White Zinc 1 88 16161 Z151810 0000 Main Jet Standard 1 16161 Z151610 0000 Main Jet Altitude 3000 6...

Page 39: ...dge movement is slow or erratic Air in the hydraulic oil system Purge air by extending and retracting the wedge several times until motion is smooth Debris lodged in beam guides Clear debris from beam Low hydraulic oil Check oil level and add as needed Oil leak from cylinder Faulty cylinder rod seal Contact Customer Service Scored or bent cylinder rod Contact Customer Service Loose hydraulic fitti...

Page 40: ...y will not apply to parts and or labor if the product is deemed to have been misused neglected involved in an accident abused loaded beyond the product s limits modified installed improperly or connected incorrectly to any electrical component Normal maintenance is not covered by this warranty and is not required to be performed at a facility or by a person authorized by CPE Other Exclusions This ...

Page 41: ...e condition exits CPE will repair your small off road engine SORE and equipment at no cost to you including diagnosis parts and labor MANUFACTURER S WARRANTY COVERAGE This Emissions Control System is warranted for two years If any emissions related part on your small off road engine SORE and equipment is defective the part will be repaired or replaced by CPE OWNER WARRANTY RESPONSIBILITIES As the ...

Page 42: ...l shall be warranted for the period of time prior to the first scheduled replacement point for that part If the part fails prior to the first scheduled replacement the part shall be repaired or replaced by CPE according to Subsection d below Any such emissions related part repaired or replaced under the ECS Warranty shall be warranted for a time not less than the remainder of the ECS Warranty Peri...

Page 43: ... Mounting Brackets Carburetor Purge Port Connector TO OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVICE You must take your CPE engine or the product on which it is installed along with your warranty registration card or other proof of original purchase date at your expense to any Champion Power Equipment dealer who is authorized by Champion Power Equipment Inc to sell and service that CPE product during his normal business...