Troy-Bilt LS338 Manuel D’Utilisation
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To lock the beam in the vertical position, pull out on
the vertical beam lock and rotate it to secure the
beam. See Figure 13.
the vertical beam lock and rotate it to secure the
beam. See Figure 13.
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Stand in front of the unit to operate the control
handle and to stabilize the log. See Figure 14A.
handle and to stabilize the log. See Figure 14A.
Horizontal Position
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Pull the vertical beam lock out and rotate it down.
See Figure 13. Pivot beam to the horizontal
position. The beam will lock automatically in
horizontal position.
See Figure 13. Pivot beam to the horizontal
position. The beam will lock automatically in
horizontal position.
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Stand behind the reservoir tank to operate control
handle and to stabilize the log. See Figure 14B.
handle and to stabilize the log. See Figure 14B.
Operating Tips
Always:
1.
Use clean fluid and check fluid level regularly.
2.
Use Dexron III Automatic Transmission Fluid or
10W AW hydraulic fluid.
10W AW hydraulic fluid.
3.
Use a filter (clean or replace regularly)
4.
Use a breather cap on fluid reservoir.
5.
Make sure pump is mounted and aligned properly.
6.
Use a flexible “spider” type coupling between
engine and pump drive shafts.
engine and pump drive shafts.
7.
Keep hoses clear and unblocked.
8.
Bleed air out of hoses before operating.
9.
Flush and clean hydraulic system before restarting
after servicing.
after servicing.
10. Use “pipe dope” on all hydraulic fittings.
11. Allow time for warm-up before splitting wood.
12. Prime the pump before initial start-up by turning
11. Allow time for warm-up before splitting wood.
12. Prime the pump before initial start-up by turning
over the engine with spark plug disconnected.
13. Split wood along the grain (lengthwise) only.
Never:
1.
Use when fluid is below 20° F or above 150° F.
2.
Use a solid engine /pump coupling.
3.
Operate through relief valve for long.
4.
Attempt to adjust unloading or relief valve settings
without pressure gauges.
without pressure gauges.
5.
Operate with air in hydraulic system.
6.
Use teflon tape on hydraulic fittings.
7.
Attempt to cut wood across the grain.
Raising and Lowering Beam
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Use control handle to run wedge up and down
beam 6 to 8 times to circulate the hydraulic fluid,
which will warm and thin the fluid.
beam 6 to 8 times to circulate the hydraulic fluid,
which will warm and thin the fluid.
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Place log splitter on a firm, level surface.
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To raise the beam for vertical operation:
Pull out
the horizontal beam lock on the tongue.
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Pivot beam lock down to release the beam.
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Move the beam to the vertical position. Secure it
with the beam lock on the reservoir tank assembly.
with the beam lock on the reservoir tank assembly.
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To lower the beam:
Pull out the vertical beam lock
on the reservoir tank.
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Pivot beam lock down to release the beam.
Carefully pull back on beam and lower it to the
horizontal position. See Figure 13.
Carefully pull back on beam and lower it to the
horizontal position. See Figure 13.
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Pull out the beam lock on the tongue, pivot it
upwards and release it to hold the beam. Make
certain it is latched securely.
upwards and release it to hold the beam. Make
certain it is latched securely.
Transporting the Log Splitter
IMPORTANT:
Always turn the fuel valve to OFF position
before transporting the log splitter.
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Lower the beam to its horizontal position. Make
certain the beam is locked securely with the
horizontal beam lock.
certain the beam is locked securely with the
horizontal beam lock.
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Raise the adjustable jack stand by turning the crank
handle clockwise.
handle clockwise.
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Attach hitch coupler to a class I or higher hitch with
a 1-7/8” ball on the towing vehicle, making sure to
latch securely.
a 1-7/8” ball on the towing vehicle, making sure to
latch securely.
a. If the coupler hitch does not fit on the ball,
turn the adjustment nut one turn counter-
clockwise.
clockwise.
b. If the coupler hitch is too loose on the ball,
turn the adjustment nut one turn clockwise.
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Connect the safety chains to the towing vehicle.
NOTE: Use caution when backing up. It is
recommended to use a spotter outside the vehicle.
recommended to use a spotter outside the vehicle.
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Plug in the tail lights as instructed in the tail light kit
manual included with your log splitter.
manual included with your log splitter.
WARNING:
Always use the log splitter in the
vertical position when
splitting heavy logs.
WARNING:
Do not tow faster than 45mph
and check local, state, and federal
requirements before towing on any public road.
requirements before towing on any public road.