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Important Safe Operation Practices................................................................... 3

Assembling Your Log Splitter............................................................................. 5

Know Your Log Splitter ...................................................................................... 9

Operating Your Log Splitter................................................................................ 10

Adjusting Your Log Splitter................................................................................. 11

Maintaining Your Log Splitter ............................................................................. 12

Conditions That Will Void Warranty ................................................................... 14

Troubleshooting ................................................................................................. 14

Parts List ............................................................................................................ 16

FINDING MODEL NUMBER

This Operator’s Manual is an important part of your new log splitter. It will help you assemble, prepare and 
maintain the unit for best performance. Please read and understand what it says. 

Before you start assembling your new equipment, please locate the model plate on the 
equipment and copy the information from it in the space provided below. The information on 
the model plate is very important if you need help from our Customer Support Department or 
an authorized dealer. 

You can locate the model number by standing behind the unit and looking down at the hydraulic tank. 
A sample model plate is explained below. For future reference, please copy the model number and 
the serial number of the equipment in the space below.

CALLING CUSTOMER SUPPORT

If you have difficulty assembling this product or have any questions regarding the controls, operation or 
maintenance of this unit, please call the Customer Dealer Referral Line. 

Call 1- (800)-949-4483 to reach the Customer Dealer Referral Line. Please have your unit’s 
model number and serial number ready when you call. See previous section to locate this 
information.

Copy the model number here:

Copy the serial number here:

(Model Number)

(Serial Number)

WHITE OUTDOOR

CLEVELAND, OHIO  44136

PRODUCTS COMPANY

P.O. BOX 361131

For more details about your unit, visit our website at www.whiteoutdoor.com  

             

Summary of Contents for 24AA570H190

Page 1: ...d or grass covered land unless the engine s exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws if any If a spark arrester is used it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator In the State of California the above is required by law Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code Other states may have similar laws Federal laws apply on ...

Page 2: ...elp from our Customer Support Department or an authorized dealer You can locate the model number by standing behind the unit and looking down at the hydraulic tank A sample model plate is explained below For future reference please copy the model number and the serial number of the equipment in the space below CALLING CUSTOMER SUPPORT If you have difficulty assembling this product or have any ques...

Page 3: ...ride on this machine 8 Never transport cargo on this machine 9 Hydraulic log splitters develop high fluid pressures during operation Fluid escaping through a pin hole opening can penetrate your skin and cause blood poisoning gangrene or death Give attention to the following instructions at all times a Do not check for leaks with your hand b Do not operate machine with frayed kinked cracked or dama...

Page 4: ...og is needed to complete the separation of the first log 10 For logs which are not cut square the least square end and the longest portion of the log should be placed toward the beam and wedge and the square end placed toward the end plate 11 When splitting in the vertical position stabilize the log before moving the control Split as follows a Place log on the end plate and turn until it leans aga...

Page 5: ...d oil as instructed in the separate engine manual before operating your machine NOTE Reference to right or left hand side of the log splitter is observed from the operating position Removing Unit From Carton Pry the top sides and ends off crate Set panels aside to avoid tire punctures or personal injury Remove and discard plastic bag that covers unit Remove wheels and loose parts if included with ...

Page 6: ... The Wheels Tongue and Beam Attaching The Wheels To The Reservoir Tank Assembly See Figure 4 Block up the reservoir tank assembly about eight to twelve inches Remove and discard plastic shipping caps on the outside of the wheels Remove the cotter pin hex slotted nut and flat washer from each axle NOTE It is recommended that you polish the axles with emery cloth before you install the wheels Place ...

Page 7: ...the adapter on the pump Stand the wedge beam and cylinder assembly upright with cylinder toward the top NOTE This step might require two people Remove cotter pin and clevis pin from welded brackets on beam assembly and move the reservoir tank assembly in position against the beam Insert clevis pin just removed through brackets on beam and reservoir tank assembly Secure with cotter pin by bending t...

Page 8: ...dle support bracket to the same side of the beam in the same manner Place one log cradle over the support brackets and align the bolts holes Insert four carriage bolts through the log cradle and cradle support brackets Secure with flange lock nuts and tighten all eight carriage bolts and lock nuts securely Attach the other cradle support brackets and log cradle to the other side of the beam in the...

Page 9: ...ithout the proper amount of transmission fluid in the reservoir tank SECTION 3 KNOW YOUR LOG SPLITTER Figure 12 WARNING Be familiar with all controls and their proper operation Know how to stop the machine and disengage them quickly Control Handle The control handle has three positions See Figure 12 Splitting Push the control handle forward or down Splitting wedge moves toward the end plate Neutra...

Page 10: ...le rope will pull slightly harder at this point Pull rope with a rapid continuous full arm stroke Keep a firm grip on starter handle Let rope rewind slowly Repeat the previous steps until engine fires When engine starts move choke control if equipped gradually to RUN position If weather is cold run wedge up or down beam 6 to 8 times to circulate the hydraulic fluid WARNING When starting a warm eng...

Page 11: ...pivot it to secure the beam See Figure 14 Stand behind the reservoir tank to operate the control handle and to stabilize the log Figure 14 Transporting The Log Splitter Lower the beam to its horizontal position Make certain the beam is locked securely with the horizontal beam lock Remove the spring clip and clevis pin from jack stand Support the tongue and pivot the jack stand up against the tongu...

Page 12: ...aution when working with kerosene it is flammable fluid Extinguish cigarettes cigars pipes and other sources of ignition Hydraulic Filter Change the hydraulic filter every 50 hours of operation Use only a 10 micron hydraulic filter Order part number 723 0405 Beam And Splitting Wedge Lubricate both sides of the beam where it comes into contact with the splitting wedge before each use with engine oi...

Page 13: ...y sliding a matchbook cover between the nylon spider and the engine coupling half and moving pump coupling half as needed Secure pump coupling half with set screw See Figure 16 NOTE Make certain proper clearance is obtained before tightening set screw Reattach spark plug wire to spark plug Tires See sidewall of tire for recommended pressure Maximum tire pressure under any circumstances is 30 p s i...

Page 14: ...t be covered under warranty If wedge is too tight severe beam damage will result which will not be covered under warranty Do not overheat the hydraulic system Excessive heat will destroy the hydraulic system with hardened O rings and excessive friction Do not attempt to start in temperatures under 20 F without pre heating fluid in reservoir Excessively cold fluid can not circulate and draw into pu...

Page 15: ...Broken seals 2 Scored cylinder 1 See authorized service dealer 2 See authorized service dealer Engine runs but wood will not split or wood splits too slowly 1 Small gear section damaged 2 Pump check valve leaking 3 Excessive pump inlet vacuum 4 Incorrect oil level 5 Contaminated oil 6 Directional valve leaking internally 7 Overloaded cylinder 8 Internally damaged cylinder 1 See authorized service ...

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Page 17: ...her 5 16 44 712 0123 Hex Nut 5 16 24 45 710 0654A Hex Washer Screw 3 8 16 x 1 0 46 726 0174 Hose Clamp 47 735 0256 Suction Hose 48 710 1338 Hex Screw 5 16 24 x 3 25 49 714 0122 Square Key 3 16 x 75 50 718 0686 Flexible Coupling 51 719 0353 Coupling Shield 52 736 0119 Lock Washer 5 16 ID 53 712 0123 Hex Nut 5 16 24 54 781 0097 Rear Coupling Support Bracket 55 718 0683 Gear Pump 11gpm 56 737 0329 45...

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Page 20: ... these items b Routine maintenance items such as lubricants filters blade sharpening and tune ups or adjustments such as brake adjustments clutch adjustments or deck adjustments and normal deterioration of the exterior finish due to use or exposure c Log splitter pumps valves and cylinders have a sepa rate one year warranty d White Outdoor Co does not extend any warranty for products sold or expor...

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