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SKU 65076 

For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. 

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Basic speciFications

Fuel

Type

89+ octane unleaded 

gasoline

Capacity

1 Gallon

Equipment 

Lubricant

Type

 5W30 (above 32° F)

 10W30 (at 32° F or 

below)

Capacity

1.1 Quarts

Hydraulic Fluid

2.5 Gallons

Rotation 

viewed from PTO 

(power takeoff - the output shaft)

Counterclockwise

Maximum Log Size

25” Long x 8” Diameter

Tire Air Pressure

60 PSI (cold)

note:

  Engine specifications are found in 

the engine manual supplied with this 

equipment.

unpacking

When unpacking, make sure that the 

item is intact and undamaged.  If any parts 

are missing or broken, please call Harbor 

Freight Tools at the number shown on the 

cover of this manual as soon as possible.

set up instructions

  read the entire iMportant 

saFety inForMation 

section at the beginning of this 

manual including all text under 

subheadings therein before set 

up or use of this product.

 

to prevent 

serious injury 

FroM accidental 

starting: 

turn the power switch of the 

equipment to its “oFF” 

position, wait for the engine to 

cool, and disconnect the 

spark plug wire(s) before 

assembling or making any 

adjustments to the equipment.
 

to prevent 

serious injury: 

operate only with proper 

spark arrestor installed.
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 regulations relating to fire 

prevention requirements.

note:

  For additional information regarding 

the parts listed in the following pages, 

refer to the Assembly Diagram near 

the end of this manual.

assembly

Due to the size and weight of the Log 

1. 

Splitter, assembly should be per-

formed with assistance.
Access the Tires (48) for the following 

2. 

maintenance and assembly steps. 

packing the bearings.

Using a suitable solvent, clean the 

3. 

bearings and the rest of the parts in 

the Hub assembly. The parts must be 

Summary of Contents for 65076

Page 1: ...ose while the Log Splitter is in motion possibly causing property damage serious personal injury or death Distributed exclusively by Harbor Freight Tools 3491 Mission Oaks Blvd Camarillo CA 93011 Visit our website at http www harborfreight com Read this material before using this product Failure to do so can result in serious injury Save this manual Copyright 2008 by Harbor Freight Tools All right...

Page 2: ...necting the Rail Assembly 2 to the Oil Tank Assembly 10B 8 Transportation 8 Operating Instructions 10 Engine Operation 10 Start Procedure 10 Equipment Operation 10 Servicing 12 Maintenance Procedures 12 Engine Maintenance and Service 12 Equipment Lubrication 12 Storage 12 Transportation 12 Hydraulic System Care 13 Parts list 14 ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM 15 Hydraulic Ram Seals 16 Hydraulics Drawing 17 Limit...

Page 3: ...ich if not avoided could result in minor or moderate injury NOTICE is used to address practices not related to personal injury CAUTION without the safety alert symbol is used to address practices not related to personal injury WARNING Read all instructions Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in fire serious injury and or DEATH The warnings and precautions discussed in this m...

Page 4: ...area Wear ANSI approved safety glasses 4 hearing protection and NIOSH ap proved dust mask respirator under a full face shield during use People with pacemakers should 5 consult their physician s before use Electromagnetic fields in close proximity to a heart pacemaker could cause pacemaker interference or pacemaker failure Caution is neces sary when near the engine s magneto or recoil starter Use ...

Page 5: ...the engine or equipment 19 during operation Keep the equipment engine and sur 20 rounding area clean at all times Use the equipment accessories etc 21 in accordance with these instructions and in the manner intended for the particular type of equipment taking into account the working conditions and the work to be performed Use of the equipment for operations differ ent from those intended could re...

Page 6: ...ervice Maintain labels and nameplates on 5 the equipment These carry impor tant information If unreadable or missing contact Harbor Freight Tools for a replacement Have the equipment serviced by a 6 qualified repair person using only identical replacement parts This will ensure that the safety of the equip ment is maintained Do not attempt any service or maintenance proce dures not explained in th...

Page 7: ...therein before set up or use of this product To prevent serious injury from accidental starting Turn the Power Switch of the equipment to its OFF position wait for the engine to cool and disconnect the spark plug wire s before assembling or making any adjustments to the equipment To prevent serious injury Operate only with proper spark arrestor installed Operation of this equipment may create spar...

Page 8: ...ttached to the Hex Bolt 16 at the top of the Front Leg Assembly 11 in FIGURE 1 When moving the Log Splitter re 10 move the Push Pin 26 and Hair Pin Clip 29 and lift the Front Leg As sembly up so that it is parallel to the Rail Assembly 2 Then replace the Push Pin and Hair Pin Clip into the Horizontal Transport Hole shown just above the Oil Plug 37 in FIGURES 1 and 2 To connect the Rail Assembly to...

Page 9: ...ved for vertical log splitting Horizontal transport hole Air Inlet Hole Hex Head Nut 17 is attached to Hex Bolt 16 Rail Assembly 2 Oil Tank 10B Oil Plug 37 with air inlet hole Wheel Cap 61 FIGURE 1 Safety Chain with Hook 4 Hitch Coupler 9 Front Leg Assembly 11 Oil Removal Plug Push Pin 26 and Hair Pin Clip 29 Horizontal transport hole Place Log Here Cylinder 1 Hex Nut 17 is attached to Hex Bolt 16...

Page 10: ...nd starting If any problems are found do not use equipment until fixed properly Start Procedure Before starting the engine Follow the Set Up Instruc a tions to prepare the equip ment Follow all instructions in the separate engine manu al provided with the engine Inspect the equipment and b engine Fill the engine with the prop c er amount and type of fuel and oil Read the Equipment Opera d tion sec...

Page 11: ... expose the air inlet vent When the Log Splitter is not in operation or being transported close the air inlet hole by tightening the Oil Plug 37 The maximum length of each log can 6 not exceed 25 inches or a diameter of 8 inches Place the log on the Splitter Base as 7 shown in FIGURES 1 and 4 Make sure the wedge on the Slide Assem bly is facing the log See FIGURE 1 Grip the Directional Valve 58 an...

Page 12: ...Maintenance and Service Follow the instructions found in the included engine manual Equipment Lubrication Gear Box is shipped properly filled 1 with grease Yearly open the Gear Box and check 2 the grease level Add grease only up to top of gears 3 Do not overfill grease overfilling will damage the equipment Storage Wait for engine to cool then clean 1 equipment with clean cloth Clean the engine and...

Page 13: ...inder 1 see FIGURE 1 Pull the engine starter cord 10 15 6 times until the hydraulic cylinder pis ton moves forward Tighten the Oil Plug 37 7 Replace the spark plug 8 Test the Log Splitter to make sure it is 9 operating properly If not repeat the above process Warning Only a qualified technician 10 should repair or service the internal hydraulic system of this unit PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFUL...

Page 14: ...Hydraulic Tubing 1 Part Description Qty 32 High Pressure Hose 1 33 Return Hose 1 34 Inlet Hose 1 35 Hose Clamp 4 36 Male Connector 1 37 Oil Plug 1 38 High Pressure Fitting 1 39 90 Elbow Fitting 2 2 40 90 Elbow Fitting 3 2 41 Hex Head Bolt 3 8 3 4 1 42 Hex Head Bolt 5 16 1 4 43 Oil Filter 1 44 Pump Mounting Bracket 1 45 Pump 1 46 Hex Head Bolt 5 16 1 4 47 Hex Head Bolt 3 8 3 1 4 2 48 Tire 2 49 Bear...

Page 15: ...SKU 65076 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 15 ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM 08 2 ...

Page 16: ... technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 16 Hydraulic Ram Seals Warning Only a qualified technician should repair or service the internal hydraulic system of this unit Seal Kit Model Part Sku 65076 26671 ...

Page 17: ...SKU 65076 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 17 Hydraulics Drawing ...

Page 18: ... or for incidental contingent special or con sequential damages arising from the 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 lieu of all other warranties express or implied including the warranties of merchantability and fitness To take advantag...

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