Swisher LS5527S User's Manual
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1. about coupling Make sure beam attachment is locked in the horizontal position NEVER tow splitter in the vertical position Turn the fuel shut off valve OFF to prevent flooding of the engine while traveling TOWING AT NIGHT The requirements for taillights are based on States regulations Some states allow towing at night as long as the towed equipment does not visibly impair the tow vehicle taillights This is based on a State to state requirements The customer 15 responsible for meeting the states requirements If a Statement of Origin is required in your state see your local dealer to receive one OPERATION 1 Set up the log splitter in a clear level area and block the wheels The suction port on the tank should always be on the lower side of the log splitter 2 Place a log on the beam against the foot plate Make sure the log is securely on the foot plate and up against the beam 3 Depress the valve lever so that the cylinder will drive the wedge into the log Extend the cylinder until the log splits or to the end of its stroke If the log has not completely split after the cylinder has reached the end of its extension retract the cylinder NOTE Leaving the valve in the actuate position at the end of the stroke may damage the pump OPERATING POSITIONS WARNING THE LOG SPLITTER BEAM IS HEAVY AND CAN PINCH HANDS FINGERS IF CARE IS NOT TAKEN STANDARD HORIZONTAL TO VERTICAL The Standard Splitter has 2 oper2. allow someone to operate this equipment while under the influence of alcohol or drugs e Always block the wheels to prevent movement while using splitter e Never operate your splitter on wet muddy or icy surfaces Safe footing is essential in preventing accidents e Never operate your splitter while it is attached to the tow vehicle e Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine running e Never attempt to split woods across the grain Some types of wood may burst or fly out of your splitter and result in injury e Both ends of the log should be cut as squarely as possible to prevent the log from sliding out of the splitter during operation Log length should be kept to 24 or less TOWING SAFETY e Do not allow persons to ride on splitter Do not carry any cargo or wood on your splitter It may fall off and endanger vehicles that are following you e sure support leg is in the travel position and coupling secure This must also be retracted so not to interfere while towing Retract support leg by removing pin sliding up and replacing pin e Never exceed 45 MPH while towing your splitter Be extra cautious when traveling over rough terrain especially over railroad tracks e Always be careful while backing your splitter You could jackknife your log splitter if not careful e Before using splitter disconnect it from tow vehicle A log could easily be POSITION pushed forward into the vehicle e See tire and wh
3. ating positions Horizontal Vertical Remove pin from below beam Do not remove bolt and nut Rotate beam into vertical position and pin so beam cannot fall into horizontal position DO NOT TOW IN VERTICAL POSITION IMPORTANT When operating splitter in wooded areas obtain a spark arrestor for the exhaust system See your local engine dealer When preparing logs cut ends as square as possible The maximum length of any logs should be only 24 MAINTENANCE amp STORAGE A WARNING Disconnect spark plug before performing any maintenance or making adjustments RESERVOIR FLUID Check the hydraulic fluid level in the reservoir tank before each use Operating without an adequate oil supply will cause severe damage to the pump Change the hydraulic fluid in the reservoir per manufacturers recommendations Be aware of the environment when disposing of used petroleum products Please dispose of used hydraulic fluid engine oil and any by products from the maintenance of your log splitter at approved recycling centers Should it become necessary to loosen or remove any hydraulic fitting or line be sure to remove all pressure by shutting off the engine and moving the control handle back and forth several times T NEVER remove the cap from the hydraulic lor reservoir while your unit is running Hot oil under pressure will cause injury Always store gasoline in an approved tightly sealed container Store container in dry
4. ation This warranty applies only to products which have been properly assembled adjusted and operated in accordance with the instructions contained within this manual This warranty does not apply to any product of Swisher Mower Co Inc that has been subject to alteration misuse abuse improper assembly or installation shipping damage or to normal wear of product 4 Exclusions Excluded from this warranty are normal wear normal adjustments and normal maintenance The pump valve and cylinder each carry separate manufacture s warranties The valve and cylinder both carry a one 1 year limited warranty The pump carries a two 2 year limited warranty In the event you have a claim under this warranty you must return the product to an authorized service dealer All transportation charges damage or loss incurred during transportation of parts submitted for replacement or repair under this warranty shall be borne by the purchaser Should you have any questions concerning this warranty please contact us toll free at 1 800 222 8183 The model number serial number date of purchase and the name of the authorized Swisher dealer from whom you purchased the splitter will be needed before any warranty claim can be processed THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY TO ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES AND ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES ARE LIMITED TO THE SAME TIME PERIODS STATED HEREIN FOR ALL EXPRESSED WARRANTIES Some states do not allow the limitation o
5. ce with operating instructions Altering this equipment or using this equipment in such a way as to circumvent its design capabilities and capacities could result in serious injury or fatality and WILL VOID THE WARRANTY e Allow only responsible adults who have read this manual to operate this machine Never allow children to operate this machine e Never use splitter for any other purpose than splitting wood Any other use can result in injury Your splitter is a precision piece of power equipment not a toy Therefore exercise extreme caution at all times e Only a single operator is to load and operate the log splitter Keep all others including pets and children a minimum of 20 feet away from your work area More accidents occur when more than one person operates the log splitter than any other time e Always disconnect the spark plug wire and place the wire where it cannot contact the spark plug to prevent accidental starting the engine when setting up transporting adjusting or repairing e Always wear protective gear such as safety goggles protective hearing device steel toed shoes and tight fitting gloves without drawstrings or loose cuffs e Never wear loose clothing or jewelry that can be caught by moving parts of the splitter and pull you into it Keep hair away from moving parts e Familiarize yourself with all of the controls in a safe environment before starting to work with this machine Fluid escaping from a
6. cool place Keep fuel away from gas appliances where fumes could contact open flame pilot lights or sparks Do not operate your splitter in poor mechanical condition or when needing repair Repair and replace worn or broken parts immediately Periodically tighten nuts bolts and hydraulic fittings The hydraulic system of your log splitter requires careful inspection along with the mechanical parts Be sure to replace frayed kinked or otherwise damaged hydraulic components The pressure relief valve on the splitter 1s preset at the factory Do not adjust valve Only a qualified service technician should perform this adjustment If the wedge becomes dull or nicked it can be removed and sharpened The wedge is heavy and may still have sharp edges wear gloves while handling the wedge REPAIR PARTS Your Swisher Log Splitter has been produced with components designed specifically to this machine Although standard springs hardware etc may look similar to parts used on other machinery they may in some cases be made of a different construction and or materials SAFETY DECALS Replace decals immediately if damaged COLD WEATHER CLUTCH Shut off fuel for transport Failure to do so may calise unit to flood PULL LOCK OD16 FUEL SHUT OFF DECAL OD07 COLD WEATHER DECAL HYDRAULIC FILL PLUG Maintain level of hydraulic oil at 1 below the plug Recommended to use universal hydraulic oi
7. e the unit for repair or replacement of parts Inspect all components for damage WARNING Exercise extreme caution as parts are very heavy Sufficient persons or mechanical handling equipment should be used IMPORTANT This unit is shipped with oil but without gasoline in the engine After assembly see separate Engine Manual for proper fuel and oil recommendations FILLING THE HYDRAULIC RESERVOIR Fill the hydraulic reservoir with at least 13 2 Quarts of Dextron Automatic Transmission fluid or 10W AW hydraulic fluid After the hydraulic reservoir and the engine crankcase are filled correctly with their respective oils start the engine Remember to set the throttle and turn on the fuel shut off valve The hydraulic pump should prime itself With the engine running move the hydraulic valve lever toward the wedge This will cause the cylinder to extend and expel air When the cylinder is fully extended retract it Repeat this procedure several times An erratic movement of the cylinder indicates that there 1s still air in the system More oil should then be added to bring the fluid level up to approximately 1 below the fill hole After adding more oil to fill the tank cycle the cylinder again until it has a constant speed indicating that all air has been expelled Check the oil level in the reservoir again These models require approx 21 22 Quarts of hydraulic fluid NOTE If the tank 15 overfilled it will tend to expel oil from t
8. eel specifications for PSI while towing e Be aware of the extra length of splitter while turning parking crossing intersections and in all driving situations OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS POSI LOCK COUPLER ADJUST COUPLER LOCKING PRESSURE ON BALL BEFORE USE PLACE HANDLE IN LOCKED POSITION WITH BALL IN COUPLER TIGHTEN LOCKNUT AGAINST TENSION SPRING SO THAT COUPLER IS NOT LOOSE ON BALL CORRECT ADJUSTMENT WILL ALLOW HANDLE TO BE RELEASED WITH MODERATE PRESSURE APPLIED TO HANDLE TO OPEN PULL UP ON COUPLER HANDLE AND ROTATE FORWARD PLACE COUPLER ON BALL WHEN BALL IS COMPLETELY NESTED IN BALL SOCKET ROTATE COUPLER HANDLE BACKWARD UNTIL HANDLE IS IN LOCKED POSITION AFTER TOWING FOR 50 MILES CHECK COUPLER FOR TIGHTNESS ON BALL ALWAYS CHECK TIGHTNESS BEFORE TOWING BE SURE COUPLER HANDLE IS IN LOCKED POSITION WARNING NEVER EXCEED WEIGHT CAPACITY AND ALWAYS USE SAFETY CHAINS ALWAYS USE CORRECT BALL SIZE MAKING SURE BALL IS COMPLETELY INSERTED INTO COUPLER LOCK COUPLER HANDLE SECURELY BEFORE TOWING ALWAYS CHECK FOR DAMAGES AND REPLACE IF DAMAGED AVOID SHARP TURNS AND STEEP VERTICAL ANGLES WHEN TOWING OPERATION Intended use This log splitter is intended and designed to only split wood NEVER use for any other purposes Doing so can cause injury or VOID THE WARRANTY ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS This log splitter has been partially assembled at the factory Refer to the drawings and part lists should it become necessary to disassembl
9. f consequential damages or limitations on how long an implied warranty may last so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights which vary from state to state This 1s a limited warranty as defined by the Magnuson Moss Act of 1975 TABLE OF CONTENTS MAINTENANCE DECALS PARTS BREAKDOWN SPECIFICATIONS gt gt SAFETY PRECAUTIONS This Safety Alert Symbol indicates important messages in this manual When you see this symbol carefully read the message that follows and be alert to the possibility of personal injury Read this manual completely This machine can amputate hands feet and throw objects Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death WARNING The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm DANGER Your log splitter was built to be operated according to the rules for safe operation in this manual As with any type of power equipment carelessness or error on the part of the operator can result in serious injury If you violate any of these rules you may cause serious injury to yourself or others e Read the manual Learn to operate this equipment in a safe manner e Do not under any circumstances alter this log splitter This equipment was designed and engineered in accordan
10. he breather cap when the cylinder is retracted START UP WARNING DO NOT START OR RUN THE LOG SPLITTER WITHOUT OIL IN THE ENGINE AND HYDRAULIC RESERVOIR See separate Engine Manual for fuel and oil recommendations Your log splitter has come equipped with a fuel shut off valve for towing purposes Before starting engine make sure crankcase 15 filled correctly with oil and the proper fuel has been used The engine will only start when the throttle lever and fuel shut off valve are turned to their ON positions COLD WEATHER START UP The Cold Weather Clutch enables the engine to be started without having to pull through cold thickened hydraulic fluid Simply pull the handle out into locked position Start engine let it warm up and release Cold Weather Clutch After starting assure that the lever has reengaged OPERATION TOWING This unit should not be towed on any street highway or public road without checking the existing federal local and state laws Any licensing or modifications such as taillights etc need to comply with existing federal local or state vehicle requirements 1s the sole responsibility of the purchaser Obey all regulations when towing on public roads and highways See also TOWING SAFETY Be sure you are using the correct ball hitch size for the hitch coupler on the log splitter 2 ball Be sure safety chains are properly connected Leave enough slack in chains for turning See TOWING SAFETY to read warnings
11. l or Dextron Transmission fluid OD12 HYDRAULIC FILL PLUG DECAL OPERATOR S INSTAUCTIONS READ Mee r Fira bajia ia Til hy L Let pie ere peer pomu Met j i EHI TE prec i Sold Vn sep erate af Paj Fiep lkp iy enri hy piim mpi L Duim he ba es ee ide HOVER a L ri pq te gy nE S Pease tare goles a T lw ihe ni i al al bea Bory J ib ror irs phar HORZONTAL OD08 OPERATOR INSTRUCTION DECAL VERTICAL A DANGER POSITION POSITION ee E sara ese lra OD09 DANGER POSITION LOCK DECAL
12. swisherinc com OWNER S MANUAL MODEL NO 1 555275 STARTING SERIAL L205 165001 SPLITTER Safety IMPORTANT Read and follow all Safety Assembly Precautions and Instructions Op eration before operating this equipment Service and Adjustment Rev Repair Parts 1602 CORPORATE DRIVE WARRENSBURG MISSOURI 64093 PHONE 660 747 8183 Made In The FAX 660 747 8650 Manufacturing quality lawn care equipment since 1945 USA 11261 LIMITED WARRANTY The manufacturer s warranty to the original consumer purchaser 15 This product is free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of two 2 year from the date of purchase by the original consumer purchaser We will repair or replace at our discretion parts found to be defective due to materials or workmanship This warranty is subject to the following limitations and exclusions 1 Engine Warranty All engines utilized on our products have a separate warranty extended to them by the individual engine manufacturer Any engine service difficulty is the responsibility of the engine manufacturer and in no way is Swisher Mower Co Inc or its agents responsible for the engine warranty The Briggs amp Stratton Engine Service Hot Line 15 1 800 233 3723 The Tecumseh Engine Service Hot Line is 1 800 558 5402 2 Commercial Use The warranty period for any product used for commercial or rental 1s limited to ninety 90 days from the date of original purchase 3 Limit
13. very small hole be almost invisible Do not check for leaks with your hand Escaping fluid under pressure can have sufficient force to penetrate skin causing serious personal injury Leaks can be located by passing a piece of cardboard or wood over the suspected leak and looking for discoloration IF injured by escaping fluid see a doctor at once Serious infection or reaction can develop if proper medical treatment is not administered immediately e Split only one log at atime Never attempt to split two logs on top of each other e Do not straddle or reach across the splitting area while operating the splitter e Do not step over splitter when the engine is running You may trip or accidentally activate the splitting wedge Walk around to get to the other side e Never place hands or feet between log and splitting wedge or between log and ram during forward or reverse stroke e Never attempt to load splitter while splitting wedge 15 in motion When loading log splitter place hands on the sides of the log not the ends e Only use your hands to operate the control lever Never use foot knee rope or any extension device e Always keep fingers clear of splits that open in log during splitter operation e When splitter is in the return mode keep hands off the machine e Only operate splitter on level ground not on the side of a hill It could tip or rolling logs poor footing etc could cause an accident e Never operate or
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