Log Splitter Manual Owners Manual and Safety Instructions © 2006 Mantis, Div. of Schiller-Pfeiffer Inc. All Rights Reserved.
Table of Contents A. Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 G. Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 B. Log Splitter Specification . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 H. Removal of logs jammed on the wedge . . .12 C. Unpacking and Assembly Instructions . .2 I. How to change the hydraulic oil . . . . . .13 D. Service Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 J. Sharpening the wedge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 E. Special Safety Information . . . . . . . .
C. Unpacking and Assembly Instructions 1. Cut bands; remove cover and two inserts supporting the top and the bottom of the unit. Top of the Beam Inserts 2. Put log splitter with the cardboard part’s box in the vertical position by holding the top of the beam and carefully lifting the top of the log splitter until it can stand. Handle Cardboard Part’s Box 3. Remove handle from the box first and place it on the floor.
. Remove and open box that is packaged between the log splitter cart and the vertical beam. 5. Remove pivoting support from the box. Also remove wheels and hardware bag. ITEM NO. 2 3 7 8 9 11 14 28 29 30 31 111 3 QTY PART NO.
6. Folding Handle: Install the folding handle onto the frame using knobs (P/N 510501) and carriage bolts (P/N 510500). To do this, align square opening of the folding handle with the frame’s round hole and insert carriage bolt through. Secure it with the handle knob. Repeat the same steps for the opposite side of the handle and tighten the knobs. 7. Use cable ties (P/N 510147) to secure the power cord in place. 8.
9. Pivoting Support Installation: Align mounting hole of the Pivoting Support (P/N 510103) with the frame hole, insert Bolt (P/N 510509) and secure with Lock Nut (P/N 510507). Repeat these steps to attach the other side of the Pivoting Support. Bolt Pivoting Support Lock Nut 10. Attach Connecting Link (P/N 510104) to the Pivoting Support (P/N 510103). Secure Pivoting support by attaching connecting link to the frame (wheel is not shown for clarity) D. Service Information Visit our web site at www.
WARNING READ AND UNDERSTAND OPERATOR’S MANUAL BEFORE USING! READ AND UNDERSTAND THE RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION AND ALL INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING THIS PRODUCT. BE FAMILIAR WITH THE CONTROLS AND THE PROPER USE OF EQUIPMENT. IMPROPER USE OR CARE OF THIS LOG SPLITTER, OR FAILURE TO WEAR PROPER PROTECTION, CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY. WEAR EYE PROTECTION, GLOVES, AND PROPER CLOTHING.
2. Safety Warnings WARNING WHEN USING THIS LOG SPLITTER, BASIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS (INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING) SHOULD ALWAYS BE FOLLOWED TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK AND PERSONAL INJURY. • The Unit is to be operated by one person only! Keep in mind that the operator or user is responsible for accidents or hazards occurring to other people or their property. Always keep area clear of children, pets, and bystanders.
3. Important extension cord information • Make sure the extension cord is in good condition before use. • Based on the total length of cord that you are going to use, check the chart to make sure the cord meets the correct minimum cord gauge (AWG) requirements. IMPORTANT NOTE: USING AN UNDERSIZED CORD, A LARGER NUMBER CORD GAUGE (AWG) THAN RECOMMENDED IN THE CHART, OR AN EXCESSIVELY LONG CORD COULD CAUSE A LOSS IN POWER (VOLTAGE DROPS).
WARNING NEVER CHECK HYDRAULIC FLUID LEVEL WHILE MOTOR IS RUNNING OR WHILE THE TANK IS STILL WARM AFTER THE MOTOR IS SHUT OFF. HOT PRESSURIZED FLUID CAN ESCAPE THROUGH THE OPENING AND CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY.
• Break wood in the direction of the grain, never place wood across the log splitter. • Do not hold the log by the ends when you are positioning it onto the log splitter. • Any damaged part of the log splitter should be properly repaired or replaced by an authorized service center, unless otherwise indicated in this instruction manual. • Do not use the log splitter if the switch does not turn it ‘on’ and ‘off’. Have any defective switches replaced by an authorized service center.
Overloading or abusing your log splitter can cause premature failure and can result in injury. Use common sense. • Always be sure to stand inside the Operator Zone when running your log splitter. Operator Zone Splitting Area G. Operation 1. Place the log splitter on firm, leveled ground and block the wheels to prevent them from rolling. 2. Find the Air Bleed Screw on the top of the machine and loosen it by turning 3-4 times.
5. Place the log on the pressure plate of the machine. Be sure that the body of the log is lying firmly against the vertical beam of the log splitter and the end of the log is well supported by the pressure plate. If the log tends to wobble, reposition it by turning it. The supporting guides help to keep the log at the center or the log splitter. MAXIMUM LOG SIZE FOR THE SWIFT SPLIT IS 20” LONG X 12” DIA. • If the log moves away from the beam, retract the pressure plate and turn the log 90 degrees.
2. Place a piece of wood shaped as wedge under the jammed log and activate the pressure plate of the log splitter to push it up and under the jammed log. Repeat this process using larger wooden wedges until the jammed log is released. Log is jammed on the wedge Wooden Wedge Different size wooden wedges I. How to change the hydraulic oil Oil should be changed after every 200 hours of operation.
Drain Port Oil Fill Port • To drain the oil, tip unit back, place an empty container that can hold at least 1 Gallon (4 Liters) of oil under the log splitter. • Use an Allen Wrench [P/N 510543 (8mm)] and remove Drain Port Plug and the seal in the aluminum bottom cover plate of the log splitter. • Hold the handle, move unit up a little and position it under the angle. Using an Allen Wrench, unscrew the Dipstick and open the Oil Fill Port to let air in and help the oil flow out.
K. Transport • Log splitter is equipped with two 10” dia. wheels to make it easy to move around. • If you’d like to move your log splitter to different locations, secure the unit during transport to prevent damage or injury. Always tighten the bleed screw to prevent oil spill. L. Maintenance WARNING BEFORE PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE BE SURE THAT: • LOG SPLITTER IS DISCONNECTED FROM POWER SOURCE.
Area Maintenance procedure Frequency Inspect /Tighten Nuts, Bolts, hardware Before each use Visually Inspect All Welds. Before each use Check alignment of moving parts and for damaged or worn parts. Replace Hydraulic oil when oil viscosity and force decrease. You need 0.8-0.9 of a gallon (3-3.3 liters) of oil to fill up the reservoir (after old oil is completely drained).
M. Troubleshooting Problem Possible cause Remedy • Incorrect positioning of the log • Re-position the log • Log exceeds permitted dimensions or the wood is too hard for the capacity of the machine • Put this log aside and try different one • Wedge has burrs, nicks or flat spots and needs to be sharpened • Sharpen the splitting wedge as directed in section J • Oil level is low • Adjust the oil level • Leak of hydraulic oil. Hydraulic pressure is too low.
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MANTIS WARRANTY POLICY MANTIS extends this limited warranty against defects in material and workmanship for a period of two years from the date of purchase, to the first retail purchaser and each subsequent owner during the warranty period. This warranty covers all portions of the MANTIS Log Splitter. MANTIS will repair or replace, at its option, any part or parts of the product proven to be defective in material or workmanship under normal usage during the warranty period.
