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HORIZONTAL/VERTICAL LOG SPLITTER
Transporting the Log Splitter
1.
Lower the beam to its horizontal position. Make certain the beam is locked
securely with the horizontal beam lock.
2.
Change the Jack Stand to transporting position.
a)
Remove the Pin and Hitch Clip from the Jack Stand
(Figure 50).
b)
With the help of another person, Support the Tow Bar and pivot the
Jack Stand up to the transporting position
(Figure 51).
c)
Secure with the spring clip and clevis pin previously removed.
3.
Pull the Latch Assembly on the Receiver up and into the open position.
Position the Receiver of the Log Splitter over and onto the tow vehicle’s tow
ball (must be a 2" tow ball)
(Figure 52).
4.
Close the Latch Assembly on the Receiver to lock it onto the Tow Ball
(Figure
53).
Attach the towing Safety Chains to the tow vehicle ensuring there is
enough slack for turning.
Note:
When attaching the Safety Chains, Attach the left chain to the right anchor of
the tow vehicle and the right chain to the left anchor of the tow vehicle so that that
the Safety Chains cross each other under the Ball Hitch.
5.
Insert the Locking Pin into the hole in the Latch Assembly.
Figure 53
Receiver
Latch
Assembly
Safety
Chains
Figure 52
Receiver
2" Tow Ball
Latch
Assembly
Figure 51
Jack Stand
Pin w/Hitch
Clip
Tow
Bar
Tow Bar
Figure 50
Jack Stand
Pin w/Hitch
Clip
Making sure the Log Splitter is securely attached to the vehicle is the
responsibility of the owner/operator. Failure to securely attach the Log Splitter
can cause loss of control of the vehicle or the splitter being separated from
the towing vehicle, resulting in serious injury or death.
NEVER move the log splitter while the engine is running. Shut off the
engine if you are leaving the log splitter, even for a short period of time.
ALWAYS be careful when moving or lifting the log splitter. Get assistance
if it feels too heavy to move by yourself.
Move the fuel shutoff to “OFF” before towing the Log Splitter.
Do not tow faster than 45mph and check the local, state and federal
requirements before towing on any public road.
Use caution when backing up, using a spotter outside the vehicle is
recommended.
ALWAYS disconnect your log splitter from the towing vehicle before
operating it.
