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ASSEMBLY 

 

This log splitter has been partially assembled at the factory.  Refer to the drawings and part lists should it become 
necessary to disassemble the unit for repair or replacement of parts. 
 
Inspect all components for damage. If you believe you have a damaged part please contact customer service 
immediately at 1-800-222-8183. 
 

WARNING:

  Exercise extreme caution, as parts are very heavy.  Sufficient persons or mechanical handling 

equipment should be used. 
 
Refer to uncrating and assembly instructions for assembly procedures. 
 

OPERATION 

 

INTENDED USE:  

This log splitter is intended and designed to only split wood.  NEVER use for any other 

purposes.  Doing so can cause injury or VOID THE WARRANTY. 

 
IMPORTANT:  

This unit is shipped with oil but without gasoline in the engine.  After assembly, see separate 

Engine Manual for proper fuel and oil recommendations. 

 
WARNING:  DO NOT START OR RUN THE LOG SPLITTER WITHOUT OIL IN THE ENGINE AND 
HYDRAULIC RESERVOIR. 

 

FILLING THE HYDRAULIC RESERVOIR 

Fill the hydraulic reservoir to the top mark on the dipstick or, depending on your Log Splitter model, to the lower fill 
line of the reservoir with Dexron

 III / Mercon

 automatic transmission fluid, 10W AW hydraulic fluid or Pro-

Mix

 AW-32 Hydraulic oil.  After the hydraulic reservoir and the engine crankcase are filled correctly with their 

respective oils, start the engine.  Remember to set the throttle and turn on the fuel shut-off valve.  The hydraulic pump 
should prime itself.  With the engine running, move the hydraulic valve lever toward the wedge. This will cause the 
cylinder to extend and expel air.  When the cylinder is fully extended, retract it.  Repeat this procedure several times. 
(An erratic movement of the cylinder and wedge indicates that there is air in the system).  Once the cylinder has a 
smooth and constant speed indicating that all air has been expelled, shut the system off and refill the reservoir until 
the fluid is in the safe operating range as specified by the marks on the dipstick. 
 

START UP 
WARNING:
  DO NOT START OR RUN THE LOG SPLITTER WITHOUT OIL IN THE ENGINE 
AND HYDRAULIC RESERVOIR.
 

See separate Engine Manual for fuel and oil recommendations.  If applicable your log splitter has come equipped with 
a fuel shut-off valve for towing purposes. 
Before starting engine make sure crankcase is filled correctly with oil and the proper fuel has been used.  The engine 
will only start when the throttle lever and fuel shut-off valve if applicable are turned to their ON positions. 

 
STARTING INSTRUCTIONS  
 

1.

 

Move throttle control to “FAST.” 

2.

 

Set Choke to on position (if applicable) or push primer bulb three (3) times. NOTE: Do not use primer or 
choke to restart a warm engine after a short shutdown. 

3.

 

Grasp rope handle and pull out slowly until resistance is felt. Then pull rapidly with a full arm stroke. NOTE: 
If engine fails to start after three (3) pulls, repeat steps 1 and 2. 

4.

 

When Engine starts, set choke to off position (if applicable) leave throttle control at “FAST.” The throttle 
must be set in the fast position for maximum performance. 

5.

 

To stop engine, move throttle lever to “SLOW” for a few seconds then to “STOP.” 

IMPORTANT: This engine is not equipped with a spark arrester muffler. It is a violation of 
California Public Resource Code Section 4442 to use or operate the engine on any forest-covered, 
brush-covered, or grass-covered land. Other states or federal areas may have similar laws. 

Summary of Contents for L114-153001

Page 1: ...CORPORATE DRIVE WARRENSBURG MISSOURI 64093 PHONE 660 747 8183 FAX 660 747 8650 MODEL NO LSRB10528 STARTING SERIAL L114 153001 Manufacturing quality lawn care equipment since 1945 Safety Assembly Opera...

Page 2: ...y to any product of Swisher that has been subject to alteration misuse abuse improper assembly or installation shipping damage or to normal wear of product Exclusions Excluded from this warranty are n...

Page 3: ...run the engine in an enclosed area Exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide This odorless gas can be deadly when inhaled NEVER use splitter for any other purpose than splitting wood Any other use can re...

Page 4: ...ide NEVER attempt to load splitter while splitting wedge is in motion When loading log splitter place hands on the sides of the log not the ends NEVER attempt to split woods across the grain Wood may...

Page 5: ...parking crossing intersections and in all driving situations OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS POSI LOCK COUPLER ADJUST COUPLER LOCKING PRESSURE ON BALL BEFORE USE PLACE HANDLE IN LOCKED POSITION WITH BALL IN C...

Page 6: ...e cylinder is fully extended retract it Repeat this procedure several times An erratic movement of the cylinder and wedge indicates that there is air in the system Once the cylinder has a smooth and c...

Page 7: ...ed as shown below Pull the bent pin outward then twist and release it to hold the I beam in place TOWING SAFETY This unit should not be towed on any street highway or public road without checking the...

Page 8: ...ipment Your Swisher Log Splitter has been produced with components designed specifically to this machine Although standard springs hardware and ect may look similar to parts used on other machinery th...

Page 9: ...UG DECAL 11427 DANGER DECAL 12492 OPERATOR INSTRUCTION DECAL OD16 FUEL SHUT OFF DECAL 17943 COLD WEATHER DECAL SAFETY DECALS Replace decals immediately if damaged 9 12549 DO NOT EXCEED 45 MPH DECAL 12...

Page 10: ...ECTIVE 11 1 17529TK TANK HOLD DOWN 12 1 NB596 BOLT 5 16 X 18 UNC X 75 FLANGE HEAD 13 1 NB170 NUT 5 16 18 SERR FLANGE 14 1 V139EB 1 4 20 X 3 4 Eye Bolt 15 1 SUBASSEMBLY IDLER SEE DETAIL VIEW 16 1 PUMP...

Page 11: ...reservoir IDLER DETAIL VIEW 11 ITEM NO QTY PART NO DESCRIPTION 1 1 7287TK Valve Control Splitter 2 1 NB522 Pin Clevis 1 4 X 1 3 1 7424 Link Master 4 1 7423 Handle Valve 5 1 7425 Grip Valve Handle 6 1...

Page 12: ...1 14924TK Stand Folding 8 1 NB606 1 2 x 3 Bent Pin w Hair Clip 9 1 7365 2 Ball Coupler 10 2 7366 Safety Chain W S Hook 11 2 7840Z Latch Pin Guide Bushing 12 1 NB645 BOLT 3 8 16 X 4 HCC GRD5 ZY ITEM N...

Page 13: ...e 1 2 13 X 2 1 2 9 1 14622TK Wedge Weldment 10 1 7292 Pipe Nipple 11 1 7354TK Cylinder 4 1 2 X 24 X 1 75 12 1 NB121 Nut Jam Lock 1 2 13 2 Way 13 10 NB555 Washer USS Flat 1 2 14 2 14619TK Spacer Wedge...

Page 14: ...Key Stock 1 4 X 1 7 2 699 Washer Belleville 7 16 X 1 1 4 8 1 BB105 Pulley Engine 4 25 OD 1 ID 9 1 BB105SL Spacer Lower For Engine Pulley 10 1 BB105S Tube Spacer 1 06 ID X 1 76 Not Shown 1 6FLC Clamp...

Page 15: ...Dirty air cleaner 5 Clean or replace air cleaner 6 Carburetor out of adjustment 6 See authorized service center Cylinder rod will not extend or contract 1 Cold weather clutch not engaged 1 Engage cold...

Page 16: ...earest authorized service center Flushing the reservoir tank and hoses with kerosene whenever service is performed on the tank hydraulic pump or valve is recommended Contact an authorized service cent...

Page 17: ...Gallons Per Minute Valve Auto Return Drive System Belt Drive 1 1 Ratio with Clutch for Easy Starting Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity 18 22 Quarts Maximum Log length 25 1 2 Tire Specs 4 00 X 4 80 X 8 w...

Page 18: ...NOTES 18...

Page 19: ...ed rotary lawn mower to do his dirty work for him Neighbors noticed his new invention and began asking him to make more Today 60 years later Swisher is still producing innovative lawn and garden and A...

Page 20: ...be ordered directly from Swisher your nearest Swisher dealer or from our website All engine parts may be ordered from the nearest dealer of the engine supplied with your log splitter Parts subject to...

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