Split-fire 3203, Owner'S Manual

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Page 2: ...t fire Log Splitter We appreciate having you as our customer and wish you many years of safe and satisfactory operation with your machine SPLIT FIRE SALES INC 285633 Airport Road Norwich ON N0J 1P0 Canada 1 877 548 3473 519 468 3647 ...

Page 3: ... SAFETY SAFETY LABLES 8 WOOD HANDLING 7 OPERATION SAFETY 10 WORKSITE SAFETY 12 SAFETY CHECKLIST 16 OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE BEFORE OPERATION 14 OPERATION 15 STORAGE 15 TOWING COUPLER OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS 16 TOWING YOUR LOG SPLITTER 17 GENERAL PARTS LIST 18 19 CHECKLIST 21 1 ...

Page 4: ...l accessory The machine that is used in this manual for illustration may differ slightly from your model It will be similar enough to help you understand our instructions Throughout this manual the terms Left Hand and Right Hand will be used These sides are determined when standing behind the engine or three point hitch and facing the knife or far stop of the machine Also Back and Front will be us...

Page 5: ...hich suggests a strong chance of personal injury or death to the operator or bystanders if procedures are ignored IMPORTANT which suggests a strong chance of potential damage to the machine may occur if procedures are ignored NOTE suggests to the operator General information given to help the operator to operate or service the machine 3 ...

Page 6: ...as all the necessary identification numbers Using the sample pictures below you can find the necessary number to complete the spaces below Date of Purchase ______________________ Dealer Name ___________________________________________ Dealer Phone Number ______________________ Frame Serial Number XX XX XX ______________________ Engine Serial Number If equipped with engine XXXXXXX _________________...

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Page 8: ...ay for that shipping This guarantee does not apply to engines or other parts that are manufactured and guaranteed by the manufacture thereof nor does this apply with respect to any part or product that 1 has original parts removed or otherwise altered without specific authorization beforehand from Split fire Sales Inc 2 has had placed upon or attached to it any part or product not sold or approved...

Page 9: ...NEVER HANDLE WOOD ON THE SAWN ENDS BLOCKS SHOULD ALWAYS BE HELD BY THE BARK SIDES 7 ...

Page 10: ...tor to potential safety hazards on the machine If at any time the stickers are removed or come off contact your dealer or the manufacturer immediately for replacement decals The operator s manual explains the potential safety hazards in detail associated to each decal Special attention should be kept for these recommendations They are outlined for your safety 8 ...

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Page 12: ...e anticipated in this manual Keep your log splitter and work area safe for yourself and others Proper care and safety is your responsibility NOTE If your log splitter is equipped with a Honda engine or any other attachments be sure to read those manuals All operators must have the necessary training and skills to operate and the machine properly and safely Use the controls correctly and follow the...

Page 13: ...uld be taken that all guards are in place damaged or missing parts are replaced and that all the safety decals highlighted in the safety labels section are in place on the machine Each time you operate your log splitter ensure that the handle on the hydraulic valve returns to centre position Move handle both ways and if it sticks immediately call the dealer or manufacture for replacement parts Onl...

Page 14: ...use personal injury or death Worksite Safety Keep area around the log splitter clear from tall grass debris tools and pieces of wood at all times Operate log splitter on level surface only Do not operate your machine in enclosed areas Your engine produces Carbon monoxide which is extremely dangerous if used in enclosed area E g Garage Do not operate machine when distracted by others Keep children ...

Page 15: ...when splitting If hands are lower and a log falls fingers may get pinched between the log and the shelves Do not transport this machine while the motor is running This may cause permanent damage to your engine Always disconnect the spark plug when the log splitter is not in use or is being serviced If your machine is equipped with a log lifter it is recommended that the operator stands on the righ...

Page 16: ...they will collect the dust and dirt and will wear out faster Check the wear on the slide pads by moving the top of the knife with your hand If the top moves more the 3 8 it is time to replace the slide pads Stop immediately and order new slide pads from your dealer or manufacture If machine is used with worn pads damage to the frame cylinder and other parts of the machine may occur which will not ...

Page 17: ...ted below After each use make sure that the inside of the frame is clean Special attention should be drawn to the cylinder and slider Looking from cylinder side of the log splitter you must be able to see light through the four corners of the tube Wood chips and dirt can fill this up causing very high pressure There are different ways to clean this out If you do it regularly and everything stays d...

Page 18: ...andle is in locked position After towing for 50 miles check coupler for tightness on ball Always check tightness before towing Be sure coupler handle is in locked position FAILURE TO OBEY THESE RULES CAN CAUSE TRAILER TO DETACH WHILE TOWING WHICH MAY CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH NEVER EXCEED WEIGHT CAPACITY OF BALL OR LEAD LIMITS STAMPED ON COUPLER ALWAYS USE SAFETY CHAINS PERSUANT TO INSTRUCTION...

Page 19: ...securely when attaching the log splitter to a vehicle The hitch coupler and hitch ball should fit snug when locked Attach your log splitter to your vehicle with the hitch and safety chains Make sure the safety chains cross under the hitch to prevent the hitch from dropping to the ground should the hitch disconnect Chain hooks should have latches to prevent disconnect Each chain should have a break...

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Page 22: ...6 Keep the working area around the log splitter organized and free of equipment tools wood and debris Not doing so could result in injury or death 7 Do not lift logs that are beyond your lifting capability To reduce strain and or injury flip up the log splitter stand and lower the hitch to the ground Roll the log onto the log splitter using the lower corner of the shelf as a lever 8 Before towing ...

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