EarthQuake W1265B, Operator'S Manual

Operator's Manual

Trail Warrior Quick Split 12-Ton Log Splitters

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HyDRaULIC SaFETy:
•  The hydraulic system and mechanical parts of your log splitter 

require careful inspection. Be sure to replace any damaged 

hydraulic component.

•  Fluid escaping from a very small hole can be very difficult 

to see. Do not check for leaks with your hand. Escaping fluid 

under pressure can have sufficient force to penetrate skin, 

causing serious personal injury or even death. Leaks can be 

located by passing a piece of cardboard or wood over the 

suspected leak. Look for discoloration.

•  If injured by escaping fluid, see a doctor at once. Serious in-

fection or reaction can develop if proper medical treatment 

is not administered immediately.

•  Should it become necessary to loosen or remove any hydraulic 

fitting or line, be sure to relieve all pressure by shutting off the 

engine and moving the control handle back and forth several 

times.

•  The pressure relief valve on your log splitter is preset at the 

factory. Do not adjust the valve. Only a qualified service tech-

nician should perform this adjustment.

•  Do not operate your log splitter on slippery, wet, muddy, or 

icy surfaces.

•  Only operate your log splitter on level ground and not on a 

hillside.

•  Never attempt to move the log splitter over hilly or uneven 

terrain without a tow vehicle or adequate help.

•  Always block wheels to prevent movement of log splitter while 

in operation.

•  Do not alter your log splitter in any manner such as attaching 

a rope or extension to the control lever or adding to the width 

or height of the wedge.

•  Never attempt to load your log splitter when the cylinder 

wedge is in motion.

•  Only use your hand to operate the control lever. Never use 

your foot or a rope or any other extension device.

•  Always keep fingers away from any cracks that open in the 

log during splitting operation.

•  Never move the log splitter while the engine is running.
•  Never leave your log splitter unattended with the engine run-

ning. Shut off the engine if you are leaving your splitter, even 

if for a short period of time.

•  Only operate the log splitter from the operator zone (SEE 

FIGURE BELOW). 

operator zone

(European Model Shown)