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Fig. 2 ALIGNED
4.7.2 BALL & COUPLER
The Trailer Woodsplitter should always be located
on a level, dry area that is free of debris and other
foreign objects� When attaching the machine to a
tow unit, follow this procedure:
1� Make sure that all bystanders, especially
small children, are clear of the working area�
2� Make sure there is enough room and clear-
ance to safely back up to the machine�
3� Slowly back the tow vehicle until the coupler
on the hitch and ball are aligned�
4� Attach the ball hitch:
a� Lift the hitch and place the coupler over
the ball on the hitch�
b� Flip the latch to lock the coupler around
the ball and install �
c� Install the snapper pin to secure the latch�
d� Pull out the snapper pin and pull up to
place stand in its stowed position� re-
place snapper pin�
5� Attach the safety chain securely to the tow
frame to prevent unexpected separation�
Cross the chains when attaching to the toe
vehicle
6� reverse the above procedure when unhook-
ing�
Fig. 3 COUPLER
Fig. 4 RETAINER/STAND/SAFETY CHAIN
Install snapper
pin on coupler
latch
