MINI LOG SPLITTER 6 TON 42696 ASSEMBLY & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ® 3491 Mission Oaks Blvd., Camarillo, CA 93011 Visit our Web Site at www.harborfreight.
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6. Use eye and ear protection. Always wear ANSI approved impact safety goggles. Wear a full face shield if you are producing metal filings or wood chips. Wear an ANSI approved dust mask or respirator when working around metal, wood, and chemical dusts and mists. 7. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry as they can be caught in moving parts. Protective, electrically non-conductive clothes and non-skid footwear are recommended when working.
The following part numbers correspond to Parts List “A”. Step 1) Slide the Blade Assembly (#4A) onto the Upper Frame Assembly (#2A). Line up the holes in the Blade Assembly (#4A) with those in the Upper Frame Assembly (#2A). Insert one Support Pin (#14A) through each set of holes. With the Support Pin completely through the Blade Assembly (#4A) and Upper Frame Assembly (#2A), insert a Hair Pin Clip (#20A) through each Support Pin (#14A)-see Figure 1 below.
Figure 3 Hex Head Bolt (#17A) Lower Frame Assembly (#3A) Hex Nut (#18A) Supporting Plate (#7A) Hex Head Bolt (#16A) Lock Pin (#22A) Hair Pin Clip (#20A) Base Support Assembly (#9A) Bushing (#8A) Base Assembly (#5A) Mounting The Base Assembly (#5) will accept 3/8" Bolts (not included). Step 1) Set the Log Splitter firmly on its mounting surface.
Bleeding the System If any air becomes trapped in the system during initial connections or at a later time, the following steps should be taken to bleed the system. Note: Air in the system will cause the ram to rise and fall as the handle is pumped. If the ram does not fully extend, add oil through the Filler Plug (#33B). Step 1) Step 2) Place the Jack Handle (#19A) on the Release Valve. Open the Release Valve (#4B) by turning the Jack Handle (#19A) counterclockwise.
Maintenance CLEANING: After every use, wipe down the Log Splitter to remove any tree sap or dirt that has accumulated during use. This will extend the use of the Log Splitter. Keep machined parts lightly greased. Prevent wood, dust and debris from accumulating on the Log Splitter. STORAGE: Childproof the machine and work area. Make sure to use padlocks (not included) and to secure the Log Splitter after operation. IF THERE IS ANY QUESTION ABOUT A CONDITION BEING SAFE OR UNSAFE, DO NOT OPERATE THE TOOL.
Assembly Diagram- Main Parts List “A” #42696 Page 8
Parts List Part # Description 1B Base 2B Ball 1/4" 3B Seal 4B Release Valve 5B Ball 1/4" 6B Spring Plunger 7B Spring-Safety Valve 8B Screw-Safety Valve 9B O-Ring 10B Plastic Cap-Safety Valve 11B Cotter Pin 12B Pin 13B Cap Washer 14B Cylinder 15B O-Ring 16B Cup Seal 17B Ram Piston Quantity 1 3 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 Part # 18B 19B 20B 21B 22B 23B 24B 25B 26B 27B 28B 29B 30B 31B 32B 33B 34B Description Ram Washer Pump Cylinder Cup Seal Back-Up Ring O-Ring Pump Plunger Handle Rubber Handle Handle Sle
