Champion 93020, Owner'S Manual & Operating Instructions

Page 1: ...ta Fe Springs Road Santa Fe Springs CA 90670 USA 1 877 338 0999 www championpowerequipment com SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Important Safety Instructions are included in this manual MADE IN CHINA REV 93020 20120419 93020 MODEL NUMBER 30 Ton LOG SPLITTER ...

Page 2: ... Asked Questions Tech Bulletins Product Registration or Call our Customer Care Team Toll Free at 1 877 338 0999 We are always working to improve our products Therefore the enclosed product may differ slightly from the image on the cover WARNING The Engine Exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm ...

Page 3: ...opping the Engine 14 Log Splitter Operation 14 Operation at High Altitude 15 Maintenance and Storage 16 Engine Maintenance 16 Oil 16 Spark Plugs 16 Air Filter 16 Log Splitter Maintenance 16 Changing the Hydraulic Oil and Oil Filter 17 Cleaning 18 Maintenance Schedule 18 Storage 18 Log Splitter Storage 18 Engine stored for Less than 30 Days 18 Engines Stored for Over 30 Days 18 Troubleshooting 19 S...

Page 4: ... date and place of purchase for future reference Have this information available when ordering parts and when making technical or warranty inquiries Accessories Champion Power Equipment manufactures and sells accessories designed to help you get the most from your purchase To find out more please visit our website at www championpowerequipment com This Booklet Every effort has been made to ensure ...

Page 5: ...etween different kinds of information The safety symbol is used with a key word to alert you to potential hazards in operating and owning power equipment Follow all safety messages to avoid or reduce the risk of serious injury or death DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation which if not avoided will result in death or serious injury DANGER WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situ...

Page 6: ...chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm WARNING Sparks can result in fire or electrical shock DANGER When servicing the engine Disconnect the spark plug wire and place it where it cannot contact the plug DO NOT check for spark with the plug removed Use only approved spark plug testers Running engines produce heat Severe burns can occur on...

Page 7: ...s 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 Skin Injection Hazard High pressure hydraulic oil can inject under your skin DANGER Make sure all fittings are tightly secure before applying pressure Relieve system of pressure before servicing Towing Hazard ALWAYS check all local and state regula...

Page 8: ...Serious infection or reaction can develop if proper medical treatment is not administered immediately 8 Keep the operator zone and adjacent area clear for safe secure footing 9 If your log splitter is equipped with an internal combustion engine and intended for use near any unimproved forest brush or grass covered land the engine exhaust should be equipped with a spark arrestor Make sure you compl...

Page 9: ... 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 adjusted...

Page 10: ... is 45 MPH 72 KPH 6 Fenders 7 Log Strippers 8 Log Catchers Prevents split logs from falling to the ground 9 Splitting Beam 10 Log Cradle Prevents log from rolling off the beam 11 Wedge 12 Control Valve Handle Controls the movement of the cutting wedge 13 Mounting Plates Holds hydraulic cylinder in place 14 Engine 338cc OHV 4 stroke air cooled 15 Hydraulic Cylinder 4 72 in 12 cm x 23 in 58 4 cm str...

Page 11: ...Cont d 3 Install the Wheels 1 Place bearings in the wheel hub and orient the bearing so that the taper on the bearing matches the taper on the hub 2 Press the bearing seal flush into the hub Use a hammer and wood block to flush the seal with the end of the hub 3 Slide the wheel over the axel on the hydraulic oil tank 4 Install the castle nut and tighten by hand Tighten another turn with a wrench t...

Page 12: ...NING A B To B B A 3 Install the cylinder by sliding the pegs at the end of the cylinder into the mounting slots on top of the beam Be sure to slide the cylinder all the way back into the mounting slots B 4 Secure the cylinder mounting plates with hardware removed in step 2 B 5 Slide the wedge back toward the cylinder and align the bolt hole in the wedge with the bolt hole in the cylinder rod B The...

Page 13: ... of the pump A 3 Connect one end of the high pressure hose to the pump outlet fitting and the other end to the inlet on the control valve B 4 Connect one end of the clear oil hose to the hydraulic oil tank just beneath the engine and the other end to the pump inlet on the bottom of the pump C The swivel nut end of the high pressure hose connects to the pump outlet NOTE C B A 5 Connect one end of t...

Page 14: ...t the vent hole away from the operator zone 8 Install the Log Catcher 1 Attach log catcher to side of beam with four M10x15 bolts M10 lock washers and M10 washers 2 Repeat step 1 for the other side High Pressure Hose This is the only hose with steel connectors crimped on both ends One end connects to the Control Valve sealed with teflon tape Other end connects to the top of the Pump sealed by O Ri...

Page 15: ...y inch of space for fuel expansion 6 Screw on the fuel cap and wipe away any spilled fuel Add Hyrdraulic Oil Cont d Use regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum octane rating of 85 Do not mix oil and gasoline Fill tank to approximately below the top of the tank to allow for fuel expansion DO NOT pump gas directly into the generator at the gas station Use an approved container to transfer the fuel ...

Page 16: ...45 mph could result in serious injury or death Always adjust your towing speed according to the terrain and conditions 5 Always disconnect the log splitter from the towing vehicle before operating Log Splitter Location This log splitter must have at least seven feet of clearance from combustible material Leave at least three feet of clearance on all sides of the log splitter to allow for adequate ...

Page 17: ...he splitting position with the engine running Contact with the muffler can cause serious burns Always make sure the beam is in the locked position DO NOT let the beam drop as it could crush fingers or cause damage to the log splitter WARNING Log Splitter Location Cont d Starting the Engine Cont d Stopping the Engine 1 Turn the engine switch to the Off position A 2 Turn the fuel knob to the Off pos...

Page 18: ...educed approximately 3 for every 1000 feet 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 starting increased fuel consumption and spark plug fouling To alleviate high altitude issues other...

Page 19: ...tored properly Only operate the unit on a flat level surface in a clean dry operating environment DO NOT expose the unit to extreme conditions excessive dust dirt moisture or corrosive vapors Inspect all air vents and cooling slots to ensure that they are clean and unobstructed Check and tighten all bolts and nuts before operating the log splitter Be sure to confirm all hose connections and hose c...

Page 20: ...n clockwise Tighten 3 4 1 turn after the gasket makes contact B C Change the hydraulic oil filter after the first 50 hours of use Then every 100 hours or seasonally NOTE Install a new hydraulic oil filter each time the hydraulic oil is changed NOTE 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 NOTE Replacement...

Page 21: ...e 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 Storage Refer to the Maintenance section for proper cleaning instructions Log Splitter Storage 1 The log splitter needs to be cool for at least 5 minutes before storing 2 Clean the log splitter before storage according to the Maintenance section 3 Retract the wedge to ...

Page 22: ...area Wedge 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 hose connection Loose hose clamp or hydraulic fitting Tighten hose clamp or hydraulic fitting Oil leak from cylinder Faulty cy...

Page 23: ...ce Intake 0 13 0 17 mm 0 005 0 007 in Exhaust 0 18 0 22 mm 0 007 0 009 in Note Tech bulletin regarding the valve adjustment procedure is on www championpowerequipment com Spark Plugs OEM spark plug NHSP F6RTC Replacement spark plug NGK BPR6ES or equivalent Make certain the spark plug gap is 0 7 0 8 mm or 0 028 0 031 in Log Splitter Specifications Ram Force 30 Ton Cycle Time 15 seconds Hydraulic Ta...

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Page 25: ...ine Connector 1 39 PMJ30 29 Engine Bushing 1 40 PMJ30 32 Key 1 41 GB T 5782 2000 Bolt M12x70 1 42 JB T 8870 1999 Clamp d40 2 43 PMJ30 10 Gear Pump 1 Part Number Description Qty 44 GB T 77 2000 Screw M6 10 1 45 ASME B18 2 1 1996 Bolt 5 16 24 1 4 46 PMJ35 338CC GC10 Engine 1 47 GB T 5780 2000 Bolt M10x45 4 48 GB T 41 2000 Nut M10 8 49 PMJ30 06 Base Tube 1 50 GB T 5782 2000 Bolt M12 65 2 51 PMJ22J 01...

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Page 27: ...5 ST188F 1040004 Valve Seal 2 76 ST188F 1040007 Valve Spring 2 77 ST168F 1040027 Stud Bolt 2 78 ST188F 1040002 Retainer Intake Valve 1 79 ST188F 1040008 Retainer Exhaust Valve 1 80 ST188F 1040009 Rotator Exhaust Valve 1 81 ST188F 1040028 Guide Plate Push Rod 1 82 ST188F 1040021 Shaft Rocker Arm 1 Part Number Description Qty 83 ST188F 1040026 Retainer Rocker Arm 1 84 ST188F 1040022 Rocker Arm Intak...

Page 28: ...nt as a whole Installation Use and Maintenance This warranty will not apply to parts and or labor if this log splitter is deemed to have been misused neglected involved in an accident abused loaded beyond its limits modified and installed improperly Normal maintenance such as spark plugs air filters adjustments fuel system cleaning and obstruction due to buildup is not covered by this warranty Oth...

Page 29: ... diagnosis parts and labor For engines less than or equal to 80cc only the fuel tank and fuel line is subject to the evaporative emission control warranty requirements of this section MANUFACTURER S EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY COVERAGE This emission control system is warranted for two years subject to provisions set forth below If during the warranty period emission related part on your engin...

Page 30: ... 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 the remainder of the ECS Warranty Period prior to the first schedu...

Page 31: ...nting 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 hou...