SpeeCo 1022655, Owner'S Manual

Page 1: ...DEL NO 1022655 S40170100 Owner s Manual WARNING All operators must read this manual before operating this log splitter Follow the safety instructions in the manual and in decals attached to the product Failure to do so could result in serious injury or death MECHANICAL LOG SPLITTER ...

Page 2: ...cals 1 2 General Safety 3 Preparation of the Log 3 WorkArea 3 Operation of the Log Splitter 4 Repair and Maintenance Safety 5 Fire Prevention 5 Towing Safety 6 Assembly Instructions 7 12 Operating Instructions 13 14 Operation 13 Towing 14 Maintenance 14 Warranty 14 Replacement Parts 15 16 Specifications Back Cover ...

Page 3: ...than splitting wood It is designed for this use only Any other use can cause serious injury or death PEPER PERPERSONALSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT BEFORE operating this log splitter make sure that you wear safety gear such as goggles or safey glasses steel toed shoes and tight fitting gloves without loose cuffs or draw strings Always wear a protective hearing device when operating this log splitter ...

Page 4: ...PUSH RAM PART NUMBER S52067900 LOCATION NEXT TO SAFETY BUTTON ON OPERATOR S SIDE OF SHROUD PART NUMBER S53018500 LOCATION BACK OF SHROUD ENGINE SIDE AND ENGINE PLATE PART NUMBER S53018600 LOCATION TOP OF SHROUD ENGINE SIDE PART NUMBER S53018700 LOCATION RIGHT OF SAFETY BUTTON ON OPERATOR S SIDE OF SHROUD ...

Page 5: ...nt the log from riding out of the splitter during operation Do not split logs greater than 24 in in length WORK AREA ALWAYS wear proper footwear with adequate traction ALWAYS operate your log splitter in an open area Exhaust fumes contain carbon monoxide which can be deadly when inhaled ALWAYS operate your log splitter on level ground Operating on a slope could cause the log splitter to roll over ...

Page 6: ...en if you are leaving the log splitter for a short period of time NEVER touch the muffler and other hot areas of the engine during operation Wait until the engine cools down Page 4 ALWAYS block the wheels to prevent movement of the log splitter while in operation NEVER place hands body parts or clothing under the shrouds during operation Moving parts could cause entanglement ALWAYS load the log on...

Page 7: ...ainer Store the container in a cool dry place Page 5 NEVER store gasoline in the house or near a heating appliance GENERAL REPAIR NEVER operate your log splitter when it is in poor mechanical condition or in need of repair Periodically check that all nuts bolts and screws are tight before operation Check the condition of the drive belts periodically checking for wear NEVER modify your log splitter...

Page 8: ...le and that the safety chains are secured to the hitch or bumper of the vehicle with enough slack to allow turning Always use a Class I 2 ball with this log splitter ALWAYS confirm coupler tightness each time before towing and after towing 50 miles ALWAYS disconnect your log splitter from the towing vehicle before operating it ALWAYS be careful when backing up with your log splitter in tow It coul...

Page 9: ...r assembly place the rear end of the unit on blocks or something similar to keep it stable and level Once the tongue assembly axle assembly and wheels are attached the block can be removed Set the two shroud pieces and the hardware aside for the moment They will be installed in a later step Page 7 NOTE There is another method of assembly if the beam assembly is too heavy to move around Both flywhe...

Page 10: ...en ITEM NO DESCRIPTION QTY 1 Tongue Assembly 1 2 1 2 x 4 1 4 Bolt 2 3 Complete Beam Assembly 1 4 1 2 13 UNC Nylock Nut 2 STEP 3 Attach the back frame 1 to the beam assembly using the four 1 2 x 1 1 4 bolts 3 and the four 1 2 Nylock nuts 2 Tighten ITEM NO DESCRIPTION QTY 1 Back Frame Assembly 1 2 1 2 13 UNC Nylock Nut 4 3 1 2 x 1 1 4 Bolt 4 Page 8 ...

Page 11: ... sure that they are reattached exactly as shown in Step 1 ITEM NO DESCRIPTION QTY 1 Wheel 2 2 3 4 Light Flat Washer 2 3 3 4 Slotted Nut 2 4 1 8 x 1 1 2 Cotter Pin 2 5 Hub Cap 2 Page 9 STEP 5 Back the tensioner bolts 3 all the way out ITEM NO DESCRIPTION QTY 1 5 16 x 1 1 2 Bolt 2 2 3 8 in Regular Lock Washer 2 3 M10 x 1 5 x 75mm Metric Socket Head Screw 2 4 Tensioner Plate 1 5 M10 x 1 5 Nut 2 1 2 3...

Page 12: ...nd the four 5 16 nylock nuts 5 Leave bolts somewhat loose at this point ITEM NO DESCRIPTION QTY 2 Engine Clutch Assembly 1 3 5 16 x 1 1 2 Bolt 4 4 5 16 Flat Washer 8 5 5 16 18 UNC Nylock Nut 4 STEP 7 Attach the two belts to the flywheel with the grooves First put the belts on the clutch shown below and then on the flywheel turning it by hand until they are completely mounted Attach V belts to groo...

Page 13: ...ull the engine so that the belts are taut Then tighten the engine mounting bolts but not 100 Use the tensioner bolts shown in Step 5 to tension the v belts further Make sure that you are tightening the correct bolts Tightening the wrong bolts may twist the engine too far Tighten the four engine mounting bolts to the frame assembly STEP 10 Reattach the two shroud halves removed in step 1and the har...

Page 14: ... and the tab on the top center of the shroud Secure with the 3 32 x 1 straight cotter pin 5 Attach the front of the handle 1 through the two tabs on top of the shroud using the 3 8 x 2 3 4 bolt 2 and 3 8 nylock nut 3 Tighten ITEM NO DESCRIPTION QTY 1 Handle Assembly 1 2 3 8 x 2 3 4 Bolt 1 3 3 8 Nylock Nut 1 4 3 16 x 1 1 4 Clevis Pin 1 5 1 4 1 2 Hairpin Cotter Pin 1 Page 12 B Detail B ...

Page 15: ... fuel lever to the ON position 2 For a cold engine put the throttle control midway between SLOW and FAST Place the choke control into the ON position 3 For retractable start engine turn engine ON OFF switch to ON Slowly pull the starter handle to just past compression STOP Return starter handle Pull firmly with a smooth steady motion until it starts 4 Gradually return the choke control to the OFF ...

Page 16: ...ervice life of the product not to exceed twelve consecutive months from the date of purchase The Kohler engine is covered by a two year manufacturer s warranty SpeeCo will repair or replace free of charge any part or parts of this product that are judged to be defective in material and workmanship during the limited warranty period stated above The limited warranty does not cover parts that in the...

Page 17: ... L 1 4 Lock Washer 9 7 O L 1 2 Lock Washer 9 8 O L 5 16 Hex Nut 2 9 O L 1 2 Hex Nut 3 10 S40172200 Beam Only 1 11 S401727A0 Shroud Right Half 1 12 S401728A0 Shroud Left Half 1 13 S40170900 Shroud Attachment 1 14 S40170700 Log Cradle 2 15 S40170600 Log Catcher Table 1 16 S401708B0 Handle with Hardware 1 Page 15 O L Obtain locally Common fasteners available through hardware and farm stores ...

Page 18: ...per Cap S17230000 1 4 Hook Bolt S40173300 Rack Locator S40172900 Fly Wheel S401729A0 Fly Wheel with Groove S40174700 V Belt S40170500 Clutch S400312B0 Wheel S40170500 Handle Assembly S40033200 Safety Chain S40170700 Log Cradle S401712A0 3 4 Slotted Nut for Wheel S39055000 Kohler SH265 engine S40034600 Hitch Ball Coupler S40032300 Safety Chain S40174400 Clutch Space Collar For additional informatio...

Page 19: ...ein are for reference only Model No ____________________ Date of Purchase _______________ Place of Purchase _______________________ _______________________ _______________________ _______________________ Warranty Repair and Service Do not return this product to the store for warranty issues or repair Call 1 800 525 8322 for the location of the nearest service center Record the information below fo...

Page 20: ...mum Impact Force Up to 28 Tons Maximum Log Length 24 Cycle Time 2 5 Seconds Wheels 8 Road Speed Wedge 8 High Stand Flip Up Beam 4 x 6 Length 110 Width 49 Height 44 Weight 590 lbs Tonnage and cycle time may vary dependent upon mechanical and environmental conditions ...