Powersmart PS95, Instruction Manual

Page 1: ...n Gas Log Splitter Model PS95 Have product questions or need technical support Please feel free to contact us Website www Amerisuninc com www powersmartusa com Toll free 1 800 791 9458 M F 9 5 EST Email support amerisuninc com ...

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Page 3: ...al safety rules 5 Specific safety rules for log splitter 6 Knowing your log splitter 8 Assembly 9 Log splitter preparation 10 Starting the log splitter 12 Using the log splitter 14 Maintenance 16 Exploded view parts list 19 Warranty 24 ...

Page 4: ...r 2 ball with safety chains Package dimensions L x W x H 52 4x33 1x37 8 inches Weight 622 lb Warning We strongly recommend that this item not be modified and or used for any application other than that for which it was designed If you have any questions relative to its application do not use the equipment until you have consulted us and we have advised you Contact PowerSmart at 800 791 9458 M F 9a...

Page 5: ...mmable and explosive gasoline vapors which can cause severe burns or even death if ignited A nearby open flame can lead to explosion even if it isn t directly in contact with gasoline Do not operate near open flame Do not smoke near engine Always operate on a firm level surface Always turn engine off before refueling Allow engine to cool for at least 2 minutes before removing fuel cap Loosen cap s...

Page 6: ...nt of the log splitter 2 Safety equipment controls always operate the log splitter with all safety equipment in place and in good working order and all controls properly adjusted for safe operation 3 Know how to stop be thoroughly familiar with all controls and with the proper use of the equipment Know how to stop the log splitter and relieve system pressures quickly if needed 4 Daylight only Only...

Page 7: ...gs while the wedge is moving 18 Keep hands clear remove both hands from log before activating Split Control Lever 19 Only use your hands to operate the Split Control Lever Never use any other body part a rope cable or other remote device to actuate the control 20 Returning wedge once the control valve is actuated in the return direction the wedge is designed to keep returning by itself completely ...

Page 8: ... End plate 9 Horizontal lock 2 Wedge 10 Pump 3 Control valve 11 Tire 4 Splitting control lever 12 Engine 5 Cylinder 13 Hydraulic dipstick 6 2 ball coupler 14 Hydraulic tank 7 Safety chains 15 Vertical lock 8 Support leg 16 Tow bar ...

Page 9: ...n position 3 Secure tow bar with two bolts and nuts to lock in position 4 Lower the support leg on the end of the tow bar and secure in position with the locking pin 5 Remove the wooden frame from around the log splitter Rotate beam with hydraulic cylinder and cutting wedge 1 Remove cotter pin to unlock beam from position behind the engine 2 Lift up the beam and rotate 90 degrees clockwise 3 Drop ...

Page 10: ...the log splitter or shorten its life Step 1 Lock down support leg and block wheels Lock the support leg in the DOWN position Block the wheels to prevent unintended movement of the log splitter Step 2 Add oil The log splitter is shipped without oil User must add the proper amount of oil before operating the log splitter for the first time The oil capacity of the engine crankcase is 20 fluid oz For ...

Page 11: ... To add gasoline follow these steps 1 Make sure the log splitter is on a level surface 2 Unscrew fuel cap on the engine and set aside NOTE The fuel cap may be tight and hard to unscrew 3 Slowly add unleaded gasoline to the fuel tank Be careful not to overfill The capacity of the fuel tank is 1 gallon NOTE Do not fill the fuel tank to the very top Gasoline will expand and spill over during use even...

Page 12: ... hydraulic dipstick and check the level Note Do not screw in dipstick when checking levels 3 Start engine and use split control lever to extend and retract wedge five times to remove air from the hydraulic system 4 With wedge retracted check oil level again STARTING THE LOG SPLITTER Before starting the log splitter make sure you have read and performed the steps in the Assembly and the Log Splitte...

Page 13: ...800 791 9458 M F 9 5 EST 9 Once the engine has started slowly return the choke lever all the way to the RUN position by moving the choke lever back to the right 10 Allow the engine to run for several minutes at no load This allows the engine to stabilize its speed and temperature 11 Adjust the throttle as needed Allow the engine to run for several minutes before using the log splitter This allows ...

Page 14: ...ne can result in a fire WARNING The running engine gives off carbon monoxide a poisonous gas that can kill you You CANNOT smell it see it or taste it ONLY run the log splitter OUTDOORS and away from air intakes NEVER run the log splitter inside homes garages sheds or other buildings or semi enclosed spaces These spaces can trap poisonous gases EVEN if you run a fan or open windows If you start to ...

Page 15: ...remote device to actuate the control Many accidents occur when there is more than one person involved in loading and operating the log splitter Only one person should operate the controls If a second person is assisting in loading logs the operator must NEVER actuate the Split Control Lever until the assistant and all bystanders are at least 10 feet away NEVER allow an assistant to hold the log in...

Page 16: ...hange x x x Hydraulic fluid Check x Replace x Fuel tank Check lever x Engine maintenance Checking the oil Check the oil level of the engine according to the Recommended Maintenance Schedule as above The engine is equipped with an automatic shutoff to protect it from running on low oil The engine should be checked before each use for proper oil level This is a critical step for proper engine starti...

Page 17: ...ug Air Filter 1 Remove the air filter cover holding the air filter to the assembly 2 Remove the foam element 3 Wash in liquid detergent and water squeeze thoroughly dry in a clean cloth 4 Saturate in clean engine oil 5 Squeeze in a clean absorbent cloth to remove all excess oil 6 Place the filter in the assembly 7 Reattach the air filter cover Log splitter maintenance Cleaning Caution DO NOT use a...

Page 18: ...es 4 Place a container under the hydraulic tank Make sure it is large enough to hold the contents of the tank 5 To drain the fluid unscrew and remove the tank drain plug on the bottom of the hydraulic tank Drain any oil in the filter into the container 6 Allow fluid to completely drain from the tank into the container 7 Reinsert and tighten the tank drain plug 8 Remove hydraulic dipstick 9 Fill hy...

Page 19: ...19 EXPLODED VIEW PARTS LIST Log Splitter ...

Page 20: ... PS95 016 CYLINDER CONNECTOR 2 52 PS95 052 LOCKNUT M8 4 17 PS95 017 VALVE CYLINDER HOSE 1 53 PS95 053 RUBBER WASHER 8 4 18 PS95 018 UPPER VALVE CONNECTOR 1 54 PS95 054 BOLT M8x45 4 19 PS95 019 VALVE 1 55 PS95 055 BOLT M12x80 4 20 PS95 020 LOWER VALVE CONNECTOR 1 56 PS95 056 FILTER 1 21 PS95 021 OIL PIPE 1 57 PS95 057 FILTER CONNECTOR 1 22 PS95 022 CLAMP 2 58 PS95 058 CLAMP 2 23 PS95 023 OIL SEAL 1...

Page 21: ...21 Engine ...

Page 22: ...100004105 0005 Dipstick 1 22 100031066 Muffler Guard 1 67 100010077 O Ring 15 8 2 5 1 23 100030973 Muffler Body 1 68 100050820 Governor Gear 1 24 100006526 Muffler Gasket 1 69 100011215 0001 Bolt M6 12 2 25 100010387 Stud M8 34 2 70 100067686 Governor Bracket Assembly 1 26 100009376 Spark Plug 1 71 100011269 0003 Bolt M6 28 1 27 100010359 Stud M6 110 2 72 100005137 Clamp 4 28 100005559 Insulator G...

Page 23: ...001 Washer φ6 3 94 100011266 0004 Bolt M6 20 1 104 100011565 0001 Bolt M6 10 3 95 100017644 Oil Seal 25 41 25 6 1 105 100011262 0003 Bolt M6 14 4 96 100009503 Flywheel 1 106 100009166 0001 Engine Switch 1 97 100007028 Cooling Fan 1 107 100008968 Roll Over Valve 1 98 100007550 Starter Cup 1 108 100062500 Fuel Hose 1 99 100011459 0003 Nut M14 1 5 1 109 100063948 Fuel Hose Jacket 1 100 100023738 0001...

Page 24: ... original receipt which lists the date of purchase month and year and the name of the company purchased from THIS LIMITED WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY TO ANY ACCESSORY ITEMS INCLUDED WITH THE TOOL SUCH AS CIRCULAR SAW BLADES OTHER RELATED ITEMS OR TO ANY REPLACEMENT PARTS LISTED UNDER MAINTENANCE ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES SHALL BE LIMITED IN DURATION TO TWO 2 YEARS FROM DATE OF PURCHASE SOME STATES IN THE...