Warranty Guide

PINION CHANGE GUIDE
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The purpose of this guide is to go over step by step how to change out a rejected
pinion for a new part that has been heat treated. Read the owner’s manual to
familiarize yourself with the machine controls and possible safety hazards. Place
the Rapid Strike Log Splitter on a solid flat surface and follow steps 1 through 6.
TOOLS REQUIRED
 Phillips Screwdriver
 Snap ring pliers
 Pliers or chisel
 3lb hammer
 4mm Allen wrench
 14mm wrench
 12mm wrench
 1.5” pipe (PVC or otherwise)
STEP 1: Remove Safety Shroud & V-Belt
1. Remove all 22 screws from the round guard (1), the top guard (2), and the belt
guard (3). Place the three guard components off to the side and out of the work
area.
Note: It is necessary to engage the handle in order to remove the top guard (3).
2. Slip the v-belt (4) off the flywheel and remove it from the pulley. Set the belt aside.