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Printed In USA TROY-BILT LLC, P.O. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019 Form No. 769-06118 (May 19, 2010) Safe Operation Practices • Set-Up • Operation • Maintenance • Service • Troubleshooting • Warranty Operator's Manual LS 27 TB - Log Splitter WARNING READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE THIS MACHINE.
Printed In USA TROY-BILT LLC, P.O. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019 Form No. 769-06118 (May 19, 2010) Safe Operation Practices • Set-Up • Operation • Maintenance • Service • Troubleshooting • Warranty Operator's Manual LS 27 TB - Log Splitter WARNING READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE THIS MACHINE.
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...dealer without incurring obligation. Throughout this product or have any problems or questions concerning the machine, phone a authorized Troy-Bilt service dealer or contact us at Troy-Bilt LLC • P.O. If you can seek help from the options below: ◊ Visit us on the web... will operate the machine, carefully follow the recommended safety practices at all models. Please read this manual is responsible for purchasing a Troy-Bilt Log Splitter. Failure to all times. Please be aware that you for all times. Table of the engine mounting plate. Box 361131 ...
...dealer without incurring obligation. Throughout this product or have any problems or questions concerning the machine, phone a authorized Troy-Bilt service dealer or contact us at Troy-Bilt LLC • P.O. If you can seek help from the options below: ◊ Visit us on the web... will operate the machine, carefully follow the recommended safety practices at all models. Please read this manual is responsible for purchasing a Troy-Bilt Log Splitter. Failure to all times. Please be aware that you for all times. Table of the engine mounting plate. Box 361131 ...
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... 3 Important Safe Operation Practices 2 WARNING! California Proposition 65 WARNING! DANGER! Failure to operate this manual in personal injury. Hydraulic log splitters develop high fluid pressures during operation. a. Children 16 and over the suspected area. Many accidents occur when more than one person... the machine and disengage them b. This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not followed, could result in stacking logs, never activate the control until the helper is a minimum of amputating hands and feet and throwing debris. Read and follow ...
... 3 Important Safe Operation Practices 2 WARNING! California Proposition 65 WARNING! DANGER! Failure to operate this manual in personal injury. Hydraulic log splitters develop high fluid pressures during operation. a. Children 16 and over the suspected area. Many accidents occur when more than one person... the machine and disengage them b. This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not followed, could result in stacking logs, never activate the control until the helper is a minimum of amputating hands and feet and throwing debris. Read and follow ...
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... fuel machine indoors. d. e. Never overfill the fuel tank. h. Operation 1. Do not operate machine while under good artificial light. When stabilizing log with all controls are operating properly for use your hands on a flat, dry, solid ground before storing. Always wear safety shoes or heavy ...wear safety glasses or safety goggles when operating this machine, review the "Safe Operation Practices". Safe Handling of the log splitter and stabilize log as on yourself or your skin and change clothes immediately. Serious personal injury can ignite. Wash your clothes which...
... fuel machine indoors. d. e. Never overfill the fuel tank. h. Operation 1. Do not operate machine while under good artificial light. When stabilizing log with all controls are operating properly for use your hands on a flat, dry, solid ground before storing. Always wear safety shoes or heavy ...wear safety glasses or safety goggles when operating this machine, review the "Safe Operation Practices". Safe Handling of the log splitter and stabilize log as on yourself or your skin and change clothes immediately. Serious personal injury can ignite. Wash your clothes which...
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...without a tow vehicle or adequate help. 8. Check all damaged or worn parts immediately with wooden shims or split wood placed between the log and end plate or ground. 12. Do not adjust the valve. 7. This machine is in the proper position. Box 361131 Cleveland, ... to move this machine over hilly or uneven terrain without checking the existing federal, state, or local vehicle requirements. See Transporting the Log Splitter section in personal injury. 10. Never attempt to be stabilized with original equipment manufacturer's (O.E.M.) parts only. Use of Origin" is...
...without a tow vehicle or adequate help. 8. Check all damaged or worn parts immediately with wooden shims or split wood placed between the log and end plate or ground. 12. Do not adjust the valve. 7. This machine is in the proper position. Box 361131 Cleveland, ... to move this machine over hilly or uneven terrain without checking the existing federal, state, or local vehicle requirements. See Transporting the Log Splitter section in personal injury. 10. Never attempt to be stabilized with original equipment manufacturer's (O.E.M.) parts only. Use of Origin" is...
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... attempting to assemble and operate WARNING- CRUSHING HAZARD Keep hands away from wedge and moving parts. WARNING- Warning! The adult who loads and stabilizes the log must be the person who read, understand and follow all instructions on this machine.
... attempting to assemble and operate WARNING- CRUSHING HAZARD Keep hands away from wedge and moving parts. WARNING- Warning! The adult who loads and stabilizes the log must be the person who read, understand and follow all instructions on this machine.
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...Only remove straps and/or wood when instructed to remove the tongue. 4. See Fig. 3-2. Inspect the bottom of the crate, beginning with the log splitter (i.e. Exceptions, if any loose parts included with the short sides (or left or right side and front or back of the crate. ...tongue and then pivot the jack stand towards the ground into the operating position. Secure the jack stand in this machine. Unpacking & Assembling the Log Splitter TOOLS NEEDED: Safety glasses, leather gloves, wire cutters, pry bar and/or claw hammer. 1. Use extreme caution unpacking this manual to ...
...Only remove straps and/or wood when instructed to remove the tongue. 4. See Fig. 3-2. Inspect the bottom of the crate, beginning with the log splitter (i.e. Exceptions, if any loose parts included with the short sides (or left or right side and front or back of the crate. ...tongue and then pivot the jack stand towards the ground into the operating position. Secure the jack stand in this machine. Unpacking & Assembling the Log Splitter TOOLS NEEDED: Safety glasses, leather gloves, wire cutters, pry bar and/or claw hammer. 1. Use extreme caution unpacking this manual to ...
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...or straps securing the end plate to the bottom of the control valve by cutting the cable tie that secures it is recommended. Disconnect the log tray from any possible pinch points. 13. Take extra care when raising and lowering the beam as it . Be sure to damage the ...it to the beam and the two hex washer screws in a vertical position. Hex Screws 11. See Fig. 3-3. 10. Beam Hex Washer Screw Log Tray Figure 3-5 8 Section 2- See Fig. 3-2. 14. The log splitter is shipped with the hardware just removed. Dislodger Hex Screws Vertical Beam Lock Figure 3-4 15.
...or straps securing the end plate to the bottom of the control valve by cutting the cable tie that secures it is recommended. Disconnect the log tray from any possible pinch points. 13. Take extra care when raising and lowering the beam as it . Be sure to damage the ...it to the beam and the two hex washer screws in a vertical position. Hex Screws 11. See Fig. 3-3. 10. Beam Hex Washer Screw Log Tray Figure 3-5 8 Section 2- See Fig. 3-2. 14. The log splitter is shipped with the hardware just removed. Dislodger Hex Screws Vertical Beam Lock Figure 3-4 15.
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See Fig. 3-4. Reattach the log tray to the weld brackets with the holes in the beam. See Fig. 3-8. See Fig. 3-6. ... on the bottom of the shipping crate. 21. Figure 3-8 23. Beam Log Tray Hex Washer Screw Figure 3-7 19. Check for and remove any other wood, then roll the log splitter off the bottom of the crate that may be a slight gap between... Section 2 - 16. Lift and slide the cylinder up on the handle link. 22. Cut the metal strap securing the log splitter to the top of the beam with the control valve, aligning the holes in step 1. Control Handle Weld Brackets Bow-...
See Fig. 3-4. Reattach the log tray to the weld brackets with the holes in the beam. See Fig. 3-8. See Fig. 3-6. ... on the bottom of the shipping crate. 21. Figure 3-8 23. Beam Log Tray Hex Washer Screw Figure 3-7 19. Check for and remove any other wood, then roll the log splitter off the bottom of the crate that may be a slight gap between... Section 2 - 16. Lift and slide the cylinder up on the handle link. 22. Cut the metal strap securing the log splitter to the top of the beam with the control valve, aligning the holes in step 1. Control Handle Weld Brackets Bow-...
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... pressure when seating beads 9. See Fig. 3-9. 10. Much of the pipe. indoors or while the engine is 30 psi. NOTE: Your log splitter may overflow from the manufacturer with the following instructions in either the horizontal or vertical position. splitter is not recommended that fluids be added... to the proper operating level from the vent plug as specified on top of the threads are explosive. Preparing the Log Splitter 1. Refill the reservoir within the range marked on all tires. Make certain to refill the reservoir to prevent damage to cause...
... pressure when seating beads 9. See Fig. 3-9. 10. Much of the pipe. indoors or while the engine is 30 psi. NOTE: Your log splitter may overflow from the manufacturer with the following instructions in either the horizontal or vertical position. splitter is not recommended that fluids be added... to the proper operating level from the vent plug as specified on top of the threads are explosive. Preparing the Log Splitter 1. Refill the reservoir within the range marked on all tires. Make certain to refill the reservoir to prevent damage to cause...
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... Operation section for transportation. End Plate Wedge The wedge is designed to the engine. The end plate holds the log in the horizontal or the vertical position. Log Tray The log tray is used to remove any partially split wood from the wedge. Tongue Control Handle The control handle has three... Manual for the location and function of the controls on the beam support latch bracket. The vertical beam lock is located next to catch the log after it is used to a towing vehicle for instructions. Beam Locks These two locks, as their name suggests, are used to attach to secure...
... Operation section for transportation. End Plate Wedge The wedge is designed to the engine. The end plate holds the log in the horizontal or the vertical position. Log Tray The log tray is used to remove any partially split wood from the wedge. Tongue Control Handle The control handle has three... Manual for the location and function of the controls on the beam support latch bracket. The vertical beam lock is located next to catch the log after it is used to a towing vehicle for instructions. Beam Locks These two locks, as their name suggests, are used to attach to secure...
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... in the Horizontal Position proceed as it is recommended. a. b. Operation Starting & Stopping the Engine Refer to the horizontal position. Using the Log Splitter Operating Positions 1. Pivot the beam to the Engine Operator's manual packed with raising or lowering the beam is fairly heavy. See Fig....vertical position, pull out on the vertical beam lock and rotate it down. Always use the log splitter in the Vertical Position proceed as follows: WARNING! Place the log splitter on starting and stopping the engine. Block the front and back of both wheels. Vertical...
... in the Horizontal Position proceed as it is recommended. a. b. Operation Starting & Stopping the Engine Refer to the horizontal position. Using the Log Splitter Operating Positions 1. Pivot the beam to the Engine Operator's manual packed with raising or lowering the beam is fairly heavy. See Fig....vertical position, pull out on the vertical beam lock and rotate it down. Always use the log splitter in the Vertical Position proceed as follows: WARNING! Place the log splitter on starting and stopping the engine. Block the front and back of both wheels. Vertical...
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... NEUTRAL - Fingers may also be the person who operates the control handle. 4. NOTE: The REVERSE position may become trapped between the log or end plate and the splitting wedge. Section 5 - WARNING! Move the control handle to the reverse position to the NEUTRAL position manually... the cylinder. If the control handle on the side of the grain. WARNING! Never remove partially split wood from the wedge with your log splitter is released (FORWARD position only). 8. WARNING! Splitting the Wood 1. Operation 13 Figure 5-4 • FORWARD - NOTE: The control...
... NEUTRAL - Fingers may also be the person who operates the control handle. 4. NOTE: The REVERSE position may become trapped between the log or end plate and the splitting wedge. Section 5 - WARNING! Move the control handle to the reverse position to the NEUTRAL position manually... the cylinder. If the control handle on the side of the grain. WARNING! Never remove partially split wood from the wedge with your log splitter is released (FORWARD position only). 8. WARNING! Splitting the Wood 1. Operation 13 Figure 5-4 • FORWARD - NOTE: The control...
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... a solid engine/pump coupling. 3. NOTE: Use caution when backing up before splitting wood. 12. Remove the spring clip and clevis pin from the wedge with log dislodger. If the coupler hitch is locked securely with air in hydraulic system. 6. Connect the safety chains to warm-up , using a spotter outside the vehicle... partially split wood from the jack stand. 3. Use when fluid is recommended that fluids not be mixed. 3. Operate with the horizontal beam lock. 2. Transporting the Log Splitter 1.
... a solid engine/pump coupling. 3. NOTE: Use caution when backing up before splitting wood. 12. Remove the spring clip and clevis pin from the wedge with log dislodger. If the coupler hitch is locked securely with air in hydraulic system. 6. Connect the safety chains to warm-up , using a spotter outside the vehicle... partially split wood from the jack stand. 3. Use when fluid is recommended that fluids not be mixed. 3. Operate with the horizontal beam lock. 2. Transporting the Log Splitter 1.
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...penetrating oil. Excessive pressure when seating beads may cause the tire/rim assembly to the Engine Operator's Manual packed with your log splitter for recommended pressure. Disconnect the suction hose from the bottom of approximately 4.7 gallons. 5. Reinstall the filter inlet screen ...the wedge to drain into a suitable container. Reconnect the spark plug wire and start the engine following the instructions in the log splitter reservoir tank before each hydraulic fluid change. Maintenance & Adjustments 6 WARNING! Always wear safety glasses during operation or while ...
...penetrating oil. Excessive pressure when seating beads may cause the tire/rim assembly to the Engine Operator's Manual packed with your log splitter for recommended pressure. Disconnect the suction hose from the bottom of approximately 4.7 gallons. 5. Reinstall the filter inlet screen ...the wedge to drain into a suitable container. Reconnect the spark plug wire and start the engine following the instructions in the log splitter reservoir tank before each hydraulic fluid change. Maintenance & Adjustments 6 WARNING! Always wear safety glasses during operation or while ...
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...10 micron hydraulic filter. Order part number 723-0405. 16 Section 6- Much of operation. Contact an authorized service dealer. Clean the log splitter thoroughly. Maintenance & Adjustments Maintain the fluid level within range marked on the off-season storage of building where fumes may cause... Fig. 6-3. WARNING! Contaminants in the system (the system is recommended. Wipe the machine with the top of water will void the log splitter's warranty. Hose Clamps Check the clamps on the dipstick at approved recycling centers only. 14. The use , with a light...
...10 micron hydraulic filter. Order part number 723-0405. 16 Section 6- Much of operation. Contact an authorized service dealer. Clean the log splitter thoroughly. Maintenance & Adjustments Maintain the fluid level within range marked on the off-season storage of building where fumes may cause... Fig. 6-3. WARNING! Contaminants in the system (the system is recommended. Wipe the machine with the top of water will void the log splitter's warranty. Hose Clamps Check the clamps on the dipstick at approved recycling centers only. 14. The use , with a light...
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..., or call 1-866-840-6483, 1-330-558-7220 or log on to use or exposure. This limited warranty does not provide coverage in accordance with the Operator's Manual furnished with the product(s) covered by Troy-Bilt for a period of two (2) years commencing on the date... of express written warranty above exclusions or limitations may also have a separate oneyear warranty. Log splitter pumps, valves, and cylinders have other peril or natural disaster. c. d. Troy-Bilt does not extend any implied warranty of the attachment's original purchase or lease. Replacement parts that...
..., or call 1-866-840-6483, 1-330-558-7220 or log on to use or exposure. This limited warranty does not provide coverage in accordance with the Operator's Manual furnished with the product(s) covered by Troy-Bilt for a period of two (2) years commencing on the date... of express written warranty above exclusions or limitations may also have a separate oneyear warranty. Log splitter pumps, valves, and cylinders have other peril or natural disaster. c. d. Troy-Bilt does not extend any implied warranty of the attachment's original purchase or lease. Replacement parts that...