Hud-son HDH-1, Operator'S Manual

Page 1: ...HUD SON WOODSPLITTER OPERATOR S MANUAL 8201 STATE ROUTE 12 PO BOX 345 BARNEVELD NEW YORK 13304 WWW HUD SON COM 800 765 SAWS...

Page 2: ...ing so please check us out on the web at www hud son com for the up and coming developments we are making Should you have any questions with the setup of your mill or have any technical questions plea...

Page 3: ...of your woodsplitter by Hud Son Forest Equipment you agree that you will not modify your mill from it s original assembly This will VOID any warranty from Hud Son Forest Equipment Dealer _____________...

Page 4: ...machine while it is still operating Be Sure The Machine Is OFF 3 Do not attempt to override any safety features on the machine 4 Inspect the machine before every use for wear damage and that it s func...

Page 5: ...ge to property or personal injury due to the failure of any person and or operator to follow the instructions and recommendations set forth in this manual or any other instructions or recommendations...

Page 6: ...l injury or damage CAUTION Operating equipment without guards may cause personnel injury or damage BLADE LUBE TANK be sure to use the correct lubrication if incorrect lube is used it may cause personn...

Page 7: ...forward or reverse stroke DO NOT STRADDLE OR REACH ACROSS THE SPLITTING AREA WHEN OPERATING THE LOG SPLITTER DO NOT step over your log splitter when the engine is running because you may trip or acci...

Page 8: ...or cover Towing ALWAYS check before towing to make certain your log splitter is correctly and securely attached to the towing vehicle Be sure that the ball hitch you are using is the proper size for t...

Page 9: ...all size is the same as the ball size receiver 2 Position the hitch coupler of the log splitter over or onto the tow vehicle s tow ball In some cases the hitch coupler may not totally engage with the...

Page 10: ...er in a cool dry place Do not store the container in a house or near any heating appliance Do not smoke or have open flames when refueling the engine Do not spill fuel If fuel should spill quickly wip...

Page 11: ...ill cap Be careful not to spill fuel when filling the engine If fuel should spill quickly wipe off and allow the excess fuel to evaporate before continuing Fuel and fuel vapors are highly flammable an...

Page 12: ...or cross grain splitting Doing so will damage the log splitter and may cause personal injury 4 Only using your hand push the control lever forward towards the log If the log moves before it is contact...

Page 13: ...n unsafe log splitting condition is occurring As the log is being split DO NOT reach forward and attempt to catch the split wood let it fall to the ground d Once the wedge reaches its full forward tra...

Page 14: ...dge touches it and holds it in place be very careful not to put your hand on top of the log If you must hold the log in the mid dle of the block Remove your hand immediately when the wedge engages the...

Page 15: ...S OF INITIAL USE AND EVERY 100 HOURS THEREAFTER g Once the wedge reaches its full forward travel pull back on the control lever to the full retract position The ram of the cylinder will automatically...

Page 16: ...ue to fill cylinder with oil e Once cylinder moves smoothly turn engine off check level of hydraulic tank General Maintenance Check before operating The hydraulic system hoses cylinder and pump should...

Page 17: ...ve the hydraulic tank fill cap and fill the tank with the recommended type and quantity of oil Replace the cap 5 Drain and refill the piston end of the cylinder a Hold the valve handle in the retract...

Page 18: ...Robbins Subaru Mechanical Specifications HUD SON Model HDH 2 Manual Start Frame Heavy Duty reinforced Bridge Frame standard Wedge 4 Way HD standard Hydraulic Pump 16 GPM Tank Capacity 15 US Gal Cylin...

Page 19: ...Engine 14HP single cylinder Robbins Subaru Mechanical Specifications HUD SON Model LJVH Vertical Horizontal Frame Heavy Duty Steel Beam Construction Wedge 2 WAY HD Cylinder Stroke 24 inch Cycle Time...

Page 20: ...20 Optional Attachments HDH LOG LOADER 37 X 16 W 2 PLATFORM AVAILABLE FOR EACH HDH MODEL Call Hud Son 1 800 765 7297...

Page 21: ...D SON FOREST EQUIPMENT should have the necessary training skills and tools required to perform these functions properly and safely The safety information in this manual serves as a basic guide in an a...

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Page 23: ...on on the claim and will provide a written response to claimant 3 No action may be commenced until after the company has provided its decision on the claim 4 All claims against the company for any cau...

Page 24: ...oosing We have an onsite technician available to answer any questions Monday Friday 8 to 4 30 and Saturday from 8 to noon 315 896 7297 8201 State Rt 12 PO Box 345 Barneveld NY 13304 Fax 315 896 2627 i...