User Manual SAFETY AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS MODEL PK0303 KINETIC LOG SPLITTER - 34 TON IMPORTANT: Read safety rules and instructions carefully before operating equipment.
Conventions used in this manual WARNING This indicates a hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. CAUTION This indicates a hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury. NOTICE This information is important in proper using of your machine. Failure to follow this instruction could result in damage to your machine or property.
Protecting Yourself and Those Around You WARNING This is a high-powered machine, with moving parts operating with high energy. You must operate the machine safely. Unsafe operation can create a number of hazards for you, as well as anyone else in the nearby area. Always take the following precautions when using this machine: A. Keep in mind that the operator or user is responsible for accidents or hazards occurring to other people, their property, and themselves. B.
children will remain where you last saw them. Always follow these precautions: A. Keep children and pets at least 50 feet from the working area and ensure they are under the watchful care of a responsible adult. B. Be alert and turn the machine off if children or pets enter the work area. C. Never allow children to operate the Log Splitter. Safety with Gasoline - Powered Machines WARNING Gasoline is a highly flammable liquid.
L. The muffler and engine become very hot and can cause a severe burn; do not touch. General Safety WARNING Operating this Log Splitter safely is necessary to prevent or minimize the risk of death or serious injury. Unsafe operation can create a number of hazards for you. Always take the following precautions when operating this Log Splitter: A. Your Log Splitter is a powerful tool, not a plaything. Exercise extreme caution at all times. The machine is designed to split logs.
A Note to All Users List of warnings and cautions cannot be all-inclusive. If situations occur that are not covered by this manual, the operator must apply common sense and operate this LOG SPLITTER in a safe manner. Contact the dealers for assistance in your area. MECHANICAL SPECIFICATIONS Recoil Start Engine 6.5HP four strokes, 3600rpm Power Gasoline/petrol Control Two-hands control Wedge Height 200mm Log Capacity Length max 550mm,diameter max 710mm Cycle Time 3 seconds(Approximate) Tire 6.
It may be helpful to better familiarize yourself with the features of your Log Splitter by reviewing Figure 1 in PART II before beginning the steps outlined in this chapter. WARNING A. B. C. D. Read and understand all instructions, safety precautions, and/or warnings listed in “PART I: General Safety Rules” before operating the LOG SPLITTER. If any doubt or question arises about the correct or safe method of performing anything found in this manual, please contact the dealers in your area.
Stopping 1. 2. 3. Move the Throttle Lever to IDLE. Recoil Start: Turn the Ignition Switch to the OFF position. Electric Start: Turn the Key to the OFF position. Operator Zone Log Splitter OPERATION NOTICE All logs should be no longer than 24". WARNING Do not place your hands on the ends of the log when loading the Log Splitter. This is a very UNSAFE method and could result in injury to your hands. Do not reach or step across the rail while the Log Splitter is running.
1. 2. Place the log on the Log Splitter. Grasp the log on the sides near the middle of the block. Center the log, side-to-side, on the rail of the Log Splitter, making sure that one end is against the Splitting Wedge. With one hand on the Lever and the other hand push the start ball, and then pull the handle lever to the “SPLIT”, and then take away your hands as soon as possible, otherwise the handle lever will hit your hands when it is retracted from “SPLIT” to “AUTO-RETRACT”.
Lubrication NOTICE All Bearings of your Splitter are sealed units and should have sufficient lubricant to last the life of your machine with normal use. Greasing the rack and Pinion NOTICE All the rack and pinion should be greased before every use. Most problems are easy to fix. Consult the Troubleshooting Table below for common problems and their solutions. If you continue to experience problems, contact the dealers in your area.
Rack catching on tail tube (at end of stroke). Ø Ø Rack returning very slow or not going all the way back. Ø Ø Ø Operator Lever Snapping out of gear or not staying in gear. Ø Ø Rack slamming back too fast. Ø Ø Adjust carriage hold downs (slide guides). Check for wood chips or debris between ram bushing plate and beam. Check rack lift bearing for alignment or damage. Return spring is unhooked or damaged. Reconnect or replace as needed. Machine wedge end too low.