Powerhorse M11571E, Owner'S Manual

Page 1: ...pin size hold opening can puncture skin and cause severe blood poisoning Inspect hydraulic system regularly for possible leaks Never check for leaks with your hand while the system is pressurized Seek...

Page 2: ...Hazard Signal Word Definitions 2...

Page 3: ...Site 9 Before Each Use Step One Inspection Maintenance 11 Step Two Fueling 13 Step Three Work site Selection Set up 14 Splitting Operation 15 Storage 20 Periodic Maintenance 21 Troubleshooting 22 Spec...

Page 4: ...e Read the manual completely before using the machine to understand how to safely operate and maintain it Follow all safety precautions presented throughout this manual A summary of important safety i...

Page 5: ...tention immediately if injured by escaping fluid Northern Tool Equipment Co 1 866 443 2576 FIRE HAZARD NEVER use inside a home or garage EVEN IF doors and windows are open Moving parts can crush and c...

Page 6: ...hitch 6 Safety Chains Secures trailer to vehicle in case of accidental disconnection of ball and coupler 7 Leg The leg supports the log splitter while operating The leg should be raised while towing s...

Page 7: ...necessary Note If the log splitter will be run for long periods of time in outdoor temperatures above 70 F we recommend changing the hydraulic oil to DEXTRON III Step Four Check Hydraulic system Check...

Page 8: ...injection injury may be a small puncture wound that does not look serious However severe infection or reaction can result if proper medical treatment is not administered immediately by a doctor who i...

Page 9: ...log splitter by hand either directly to chosen work site or to tow hitch for towing See Before Each Use section on selecting a work site Important Safety Instructions Hills Do not move the log splitt...

Page 10: ...carefully to desired work site See Before Each Use section on selecting an appropriate work site Important safety instructions Speed limit Never tow this log splitter over 45 mph Faster speeds may re...

Page 11: ...connect the spark plug 3 Relieve all hydraulic system pressure by moving the split control lever back and forth several times 2 Remove debris Remove debris from engine muffler and moving parts 1 Engin...

Page 12: ...matter how small the wound is see a doctor at once A typical injection injury may be a small puncture wound that does not look serious However severe infection or reaction can result if proper medical...

Page 13: ...proved container NEVER pump fuel directly into engine at gas station Static charge can build and ignite fuel Use a UL approved fuel container to transfer gas to the engine Don t overfill DO NOT overfi...

Page 14: ...ses EVEN if you run a fan or open windows If you start to feel sick dizzy or weak while using the log splitter shut off the engine and get to fresh air RIGHT AWAY See a doctor You may have carbon mono...

Page 15: ...ting control o Splitting wedge NEVER attempt to change the height or speed of the splitting wedge o Pressure setting NEVER increase the pressure setting of the pump or control valve Safety equipment c...

Page 16: ...extending and returning the wedge several times before splitting wood WARNING Burns To avoid burns stay clear of hot muffler if you are starting a warm engine Carbon monoxide The running engine gives...

Page 17: ...e split in a place that will make you reach across the log splitter in order to load them Square log ends Logs that are not cut square can slide out while splitting and become a safety hazard or cause...

Page 18: ...ce to actuate the control Second person Many accidents occur when there is more than one person involved in loading and operating the log splitter Only one person should operate the controls If a seco...

Page 19: ...om log by moving wedge away from the endplate 2 Turn engine OFF 3 Remove stuck log from the wedge manually with a pry bar or a sledgehammer Important Be extremely careful as log pieces may fly off as...

Page 20: ...fuel storage life 2 Leave the fuel valve lever in the OFF position to reduce the possibility of fuel leakage Long Term Storage between infrequent uses and at end of season Drain the fuel tank and carb...

Page 21: ...ing a piece of cardboard or wood at least two feet long with your hand at one end and passing the other end over the suspected area wear eye protection Look for discoloration of the cardboard or wood...

Page 22: ...end and passing the other end over the suspected area wear eye protection Look for discoloration of the cardboard or wood If injured by escaping fluid no matter how small the wound is see a doctor at...

Page 23: ...ng 3000 PSI Hydraulic Cylinder Bore 4 Hydraulic Cylinder Stroke 24 Spark Arrestor No Fuel Valve Yes Overall Dimensions 62 L x 39 W x 33 H Dry Weight 360 lb The manufacturer reserves the right to make...

Page 24: ...Parts Breakdown Exploded View Rev E 24...

Page 25: ...0 4 Pump Bracket 1 18 82140 Clevis Pin 2 19 50RAS8 High Pressure Fitting 3 20 50CSC128 Reducer Fitting 1 21 782432 Long Cylinder Hose 1 22 82517 Zip Tie 1 23 782431 Short Cylinder Hose 1 24 781825 Con...

Page 26: ...litting wedge NEVER attempt to change the height or speed of the splitting wedge Pressure setting NEVER increase the pressure setting of the pump or control valve Operator Restrictions Untrained opera...

Page 27: ...uipment Eye protection Always wear safety glasses or goggles when operating the machine Pieces of log may fly out and serious eye injury can occur Boots Falling logs can crush feet Always wear safety...

Page 28: ...e and explosive You can be burned or seriously injured when handling fuel Use extreme care when handling gasoline Fuel outdoors Fill fuel tank outdoors never indoors Gasoline vapors can ignite if they...

Page 29: ...ll control handles back and forth to relieve system pressure before changing or adjusting hydraulic system components such as hoses tubing fittings or other components Carbon monoxide The running engi...

Page 30: ...itter Personal injury could result from log or metal pieces flying out at high speed toward the operator or bystanders or the splitter could become damaged 1 Remove pressure from log by moving wedge a...

Page 31: ...e damaged components contact the Freight Company that delivered the unit and file a claim CAUTION Heavy lifting required Some of the components in these assembly instructions are heavy and cannot be l...

Page 32: ...Assembly Instructions 32...

Page 33: ...the Beam Assembly Use 3 8 x 1 Bolts and 3 8 Class G Nuts Using a Torque Wrench tighten to 37lb ft Step 3 Attach the Beam Assembly and the Hose Guide to the Hydraulic Tank Assembly Use 3 8 x 1 1 4 Bolt...

Page 34: ...th Valve Stem facing out Thread Axle Nut onto Axle hand tight Back Axle Nut off turn Make sure Tire spins freely Insert Cotter Pin through hole in Axle and bend it so Axle Nut cannot come off Make sur...

Page 35: ...d 1 4 Flange Nuts Valve plate 3 8 x 1 bolts 3 8 flange nuts Beam assembly 1 4 nuts 1 4 x 1 3 4 bolts Valve plate Hose barb elbow Control valve Reducer fitting High Pressure Elbow Pump hose Control val...

Page 36: ...larity Step 11 Route the Cylinder Hoses through the Hose Guide and then through the opening between the Beam Assembly and Hydraulic Tank Assembly Install the Zip Tie around the pump and cylinder hoses...

Page 37: ...e Hydraulic Tank Assembly and the Hydraulic Pump with the Hose Clamps Long hose Control valve Tank assembly Hose clamps Short hose Step 15 Fill Log Splitter with Hydraulic Fluid as outlined in the Ini...

Page 38: ...2 x 3 bolts and 2 Class G Flange Nuts Tighten Bolts to a 90 lb ft torque Coupler nuts Tow leg assembly x 3 bolts Step 17 Attach safety chains to beam using 3 8 x 1 1 4 Bolts and 2 3 8 Class G Nuts Ti...

Page 39: ...arranty This warranty covers parts only It will not provide for replacement of complete products due to defective parts Components not manufactured by Powerhorse are guaranteed by their manufacturer a...

Page 40: ...40 Manufactured by Northern Tool Equipment Co 2800 SouthCross Drive West P O Box 1499 Burnsville MN 55337 0499 Made in the USA...