Page 2 - TABLE OF CONTENTS; SECTION
TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION DESCRIPTION PAGE 1 Introduction .............................................................. 1 2 Safety .......................................................................... 2 2.1 Training & Preparation .......................................... 3 2.2 Safety Wear...
Page 3 - INTRODUCTION
1 INTRODUCTION Congratulations on your choice of Log Splitters. This equipment has been designed and manufactured to meet the needs of a discriminating buyer for the splitting of logs. The Gearmore trailer mounted, engine driven log splitters are the latest compact designed splitters. The units are ...
Page 4 - Why is SAFETY important to you?; Big Reasons
2 SAFETY SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL Why is SAFETY important to you? The Safety Alert symbol identifies important safety messages on the Log Splitter and in the manual. When you see this symbol, be alert to the possibility of personal injury or death. Follow the instructions in the safety message. This Safe...
Page 5 - PREPARE LOGS PROPERLY
3 2.1 TRAINING & PREPARATION Before operating this Log Splitter, read and understand this manual completely. Become familiar with it for your own safety. To fail to do so may cause serious injury. DO NOT allow anyone to operate this Log Splitter who has not read this manual. NEVER use your Log S...
Page 6 - OPERATING SAFETY
2.3 OPERATING SAFETY 4 YOU are responsible for the SAFE operation and maintenance of your Log Splitter. YOU must ensure that you and anyone else who is going to operate, maintain or work around the Log Splitter be familiar with the operating and maintenance procedures and related SAFETY information ...
Page 7 - OPERATING PROCEDURE
2.4 OPERATING PROCEDURE ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ONLY operate the Log Splitter from the operator zone. ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ Know how to stop the unit and disengage the controls. ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ NEVER place hands or feet between log and splitting wedge or between log and ram during forward or reverse stroke. To do so may result in ...
Page 9 - SAFETY DECALS
2.8 HYDRAULIC SAFETY The hydraulic system of your Log Splitter requires careful inspection along with the mechanical parts. Be sure to replace frayed, kinked, cracked or otherwise damaged hydraulic components. Just because it isn’t leaking today doesn’t mean that it will not fail tomorrow. Fluid esc...
Page 10 - ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS; Parts Breakdown
STEP 1: Remove the top board from the crate. Leave the side board facing the tank and wheels in place. Remove the two end boards and the front board. CAUTION: FLATTEN EXPOSED NAILSWITH A HAMMER TO AVOIDPOSSIBLE INJURY. STEP 2: Remove the tongue assembly (3)* from the crate. Put the ground stand (34)...
Page 12 - ASSEMBLY GUIDE; Log Splitter locked down in horizontal position
10 3.1 ASSEMBLY GUIDE Log Splitter locked down in horizontal position (see step 9, pg. 8). Log Splitter with hoses connected and valve handle in position (see steps 10 - 11, pg. 8).
Page 13 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS; ENGINE OIL RECOMMENDATIONS
STEP 1: Starting CAUTION: DO NOT START OR RUNTHE ENGINE WITHOUT OIL IN THEHYDRAULIC RESERVOIR AND ENGINE. IMPORTANT: The engine and hydraulic tank are shipped without oil. See the engine operating and maintenance instructions manual packed with your Log Splitter for the type of crankcase oil, fuel, ...
Page 14 - STARTING INSTRUCTIONS; FILLING HYDRAULIC SYSTEM
4.4 STARTING INSTRUCTIONS BRIGGS & STRATTON 6 H.P. ENGINE 1. Move control lever to "FAST". 2. Push primer bulb three (3) times. NOTE: Do not use primer to restart a warm engine after a short shutdown. 3. Grasp starter rope handle and pull out slowly until resistance is felt. Then pull ra...
Page 16 - MAINTENANCE
By following a good maintenance program, yourequipment will last for many years. 1. Consult the operating and maintenance instructions of the engine manufacturer for engine care and maintenance. 2. Always check the oil level of the hydraulic reservoir before operation. Operating the Log Splitter wit...
Page 17 - PARTS BREAKDOWN
Page 18 - DESCRIPTION
7.1 PARTS LIST REF # QTY. PART NO. DESCRIPTION LS401301 22 Ton Compact Log Splitter w/B & S 6 H.P. Engine LS401302 22 Ton Compact Log Splitter w/Honda 5.5 H.P. Engine 1 1 LS401348 Beam 1 LS401345 Complete Beam Assembly 2 1 LS401340 Tank/Axle 3 1 LS401338 Tongue 4 1 HC390129 4" Hydraulic Cyli...
Page 20 - LIMITED WARRANTY; submitting a warranty registration card is not required.
8 LIMITED WARRANTY 18 GEARMORE, INC., warrants each new Gearmore product to be free from defects in material andworkmanship for a period of twelve (12) months from date of purchase to the original purchaser.This warranty shall not apply to implements or parts that have been subject to misuse, negli-...