SpeeCo 52020000, Owner'S Manual

Page 1: ...rt symbol identifies important safety messages in this manual Failure to follow this important safety information may result in serious injury or death LS134 819 1209 Rev 3 MODEL NO 401635MILLS Owner s Manual 35 TON VERTICAL HORIZONTAL LOG SPLITTER ...

Page 2: ...f the Log Splitter 3 4 Repair and Maintenance Safety 4 Hydraulic Safety 5 Fire Prevention 5 6 Towing Safety 6 Assembly Instructions 7 10 Operating Instructions 14 15 Engine Oil Recommendations 14 Hydraulic Oil Recommendations 14 Starting Instructions 14 Operation 15 Towing 15 Maintenance 16 Parts Breakdown Illustrations 10 13 Warranty and Service Information 17 Specifications Back Cover ...

Page 3: ... 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 operat ing this log splitter NEV...

Page 4: ...PART NUMBER 51018900 LOCATION TOP OF HYDRAULIC CYLINDER PART NUMBER 52023200 LOCATION HYDRAULIC TANK LOWER TANK RIGHT CORNER PART NUMBER 52055200 LOCATION BOTH STRIPPER PLATES AND CYLINDER Page 2 ...

Page 5: ...a slope could cause the log splitter to roll over or logs to fall off NEVER operate your log splitter in an enclosed area Exhaust fumes contain carbon monoxide which can be deadly when inhaled NEVER attempt to move your log splitter over hilly or uneven terrain without a tow vehicle or adequate help ALWAYS block the wheels to prevent movement of the log splitter while in operation ONLY operate you...

Page 6: ...with the muffler and other hot areas of the engine during operation or after running to prevent burns REPAIR AND MAINTENANCE SAFETY NEVER operate your log splitter when it is in poor mechanical condition or in need of repair Periodically check that all nuts bolts screws hydraulic fittings and hose clamps are tight NEVER alter your log splitter in any manner Such alterations may cause your log spli...

Page 7: ... hydraulic valve The pressure relief valve on your log splitter is preset at the factory Only a qualified service technician should perform this adjustment FIRE PREVENTION NEVER operate your log splitter near a flame or spark Hydraulic oil and gasoline are flammable and can explode NEVER fill the gas tank while the engine is hot or running Allow the engine to cool before refueling NEVER smoke whil...

Page 8: ...splitter ALWAYS check before towing to make sure that the log splitter is correctly and securely attached to the towing vehicle 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 NEVER carry any cargo or wood on your log splitter NEVER allow anyone to sit or ride on your log splitter ALW...

Page 9: ... 7 ITEM NO PART NO DESCRIPTION QTY 1 401610B0 Beam Assembly 1 2 40160900 Tank Assembly 1 3 40142200 Fender 2 4 400312B0 Tire and Wheel Assembly 2 5 40127500 Beam Lock Assembly 1 6 40129200 Tongue Assembly 1 40116800 Hardware Kit 1 NOTE This log splitter was partially assembled at the factory Refer to the drawings and parts list should it become necessary to disassemble the unit for repair or repla...

Page 10: ...bolts 2 two 1 2 l lock washers 3 and two 1 2 hex nuts 4 Tighten STEP 4 Stand the beam 1 up on end Two people may be needed for this step to ensure safety Make sure that the beam is stable and on a level surface Remove the pivot pin 3 and clip pin 2 from the tank assembly Roll the tongue tank assembly into position between the two tabs on the beam 1 Slide the pivot pin 3 through the aligned holes a...

Page 11: ...il ITEM NO PART NO DESCRPTION QTY 1 39027500 1 2 X 38 Pressure Hose 1 2 39027400 3 4 x 56 Return Hose 1 3 39031600 Worm Gear Clamp 3 STEP 7 Loosely attach the latch assembly 1 to the bottom side of the beam as shown in the diagram using the two 1 2 x 1 1 4 GR 5 hex cap bolts 4 the two 1 2 lock washers 3 and the two 1 2 hex nuts 2 Lower the beam onto the tongue Center the latch assembly on the tong...

Page 12: ...ly Common fasteners available through hardware and farm stores ITEM NO PART NO DESCRIPTION QTY 1 O L 5 16 18 UNC Nylock Nut 4 2 O L 5 16 Flat Washer 8 3 O L 5 16 x 1 1 2 GR5 Hex Bolt 4 4 39027400 3 4 Return Line Hose 1 5 39027500 1 2 x 38 Hydraulic Pressue Hose 1 6 39032000 3 4 NPT x 3 4 Tube 1 7 39034900 3 4 Hex Nipple 1 8 39038100 Straight Fitting 3 4 NPT to 1 2 Tube 1 9 39038900 1 ID Suction Ho...

Page 13: ...Coupler Spider 1 O L Obtain locally Common fasteners available through hardware and farm stores BEAM ASSEMBLY BREAKDOWN O L Obtain locally Common fasteners available through hardware and farm stores ITEM NO PART NO DESCRIPTION QTY 1 O L 1 2 x 3 1 4 GR 5 Bolt 1 2 O L 1 2 Regular Lock Washer 1 3 O L 1 2 Hex Nut 1 4 401413B0 Beam 1 5 40141800 Wedge 1 6 390117B0 5 Cylinder 1 7 07073100 Cylinder Pin 1 ...

Page 14: ...PTION QTY 1 17280300 M10 x 1 5 Nylock Nut 2 2 17271600 M10 x 1 5 x 100mm GR5 Bolt 1 3 17272000 M10 x 1 5 x 120mm GR5 Bolt 1 4 17290800 M10 Flat Washer 6 5 40129200 Tongue with Wheel Jack 1 6 40034600 Hitch Ball Assembly 1 7 40032300 Safety Chain with Hook 2 ...

Page 15: ...peratures below 40 degrees F use an SAE 10W 30 or SAE 5W 30 oil Oil capacity is about 1 16 quart 1 1 liter STEP 2 After the hydraulic reservoir and the engine crankcase are filled with oil start the engine The hydraulic pump should prime itself With the engine running move the hydraulic valve lever toward the foot plate This will cause the cylinder to extend and expel air When the cylinder is full...

Page 16: ...ons in Step 8 on page 10 3 With the engine running depress the valve handle so that the cylinder will drive the wedge into the log Extend the cylinder until the log splits or to the end of its stroke If the log has not completely split after the cylinder has reached the end of its extension retract the cylinder IMPORTANT Leaving the valve in the actuate position at the end of the stroke may damage...

Page 17: ... of the tank It is located just to the right of the oil filter 5 If the wedge becomes dull or nicked it can be removed and sharpened Remove the 1 2 in diameter bolt that connects the wedge to the cylinder hose from the valve The hose from the valve may need to be removed Carefully lift the cylinder to allow the wedge to slide forward The wedge can now be lifted off and sharpened 6 Clean the breath...

Page 18: ...ight to change the product and or specifications in this manual without notification The manual is for information usage only and the pictures and drawings depicted herein are for reference only Page 16 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 for...

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