Save This Manual for Future Reference YARDMAX~ Q-5 Gas Log Splitter Operator's Manual MODEL NUMBER DYS2565 DYS2865 DYS3065 DYS3567 SERIAL NUMBER PURCHASE DATE Both model number and serial number may be found on the main label. You should record both ofthem in a safe place for future use.
Your new YARDMAX® gas log splitter offers quality construction, and is easy and safe to operate. With proper use and care, it is designed to give you many years of dependable service.
SUPPORT Have questions about your YARD MAX equipment? Call us at 847-327-0566 or 844-YARDMAX, email us at support@yardmax.com, or contact us via your favorite social media site. SPEC IF I CAT/ ONS Model# Splitting Force* Log Capacity YS3065 YS3567 25Ton 28Ton 30Ton 35Ton 25.5" 25.5" 25.5" 26" Briggs & Stratton 208cc 306cc 9.5 ft-lb 14.5 ft-lb Fuel Capacity 0.80Gallon 1.40Gallon Engine Oil Capacity 0.16Gallon 0.
Gas Log Splitter » Operator's Manual Model# YS2565 YS2865 YS3065 YS3567 Pump Size 14GPM 14GPM 17GPM 17GPM 4" 4.5" 4.5" 5" Hydraulic Cylinder Stroke 23.5" 23.5" 23.5" 23.5" Hydraulic Rod Diameter 1.75" 1.75" 1.75" 2" Cylinder Cycle Time* 9.7 seconds 13.2 seconds 10.9 seconds 12.8 seconds Hydraulic Capacity 4.0Gallon 4.3Gallon 4.3Gallon 4.
SYMBOLS The rating plate on your machine may show symbols. These represent important information about the product or instructions on its use. Never remove partially split wood from the wedge with your hands. Fingers may become trapped between the split wood. Read these instructions carefully. Keep hands and feet away from moving parts. Moving parts can crush or cut. Wear eye protection. Wear hearing protection. Wear protective gloves. Keep hands away from the log stripper.
Gas Log Splitter » Operator's Manual SAFETY GENERAL SAFETY RULES UNDERSTAND YOUR MACHINE Read this manual and labels affixed to the machine to understand its limitations and potential hazards. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and their proper operation. Know how to stop the machine and disengage the controls quickly. Make sure to read and understand all the instructions and safety precautions as outlined in the Engine Manufacturer's manual packed separately with your unit.
ENGINE SAFETY This machine is equipped with an internal combustion engine. Do not use on or near any unimproved, forest covered, or brush covered land unless the exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local, state, or federal laws. In the state of California, a spark arrester is required by law. Other states have similar laws. A spark arrester, if used, must be maintained in effective working order by the operator. Never start or run the engine inside a closed area.
Gas Log Splitter » Operator's Manual SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES PREPARATION OF THE LOG VERTICAL OPERATING POSITION Both ends of the log should be cut as square as possible to prevent the log from rotating out of the splitter during operation. Never split logs greater than the specified log capacity. Do not operate the log splitter on icy, wet, muddy, or slippery ground. Only operate your log splitter on level ground.
Check before towing to make sure the log splitter is correctly and securely attached to the towing vehicle and the safety chains are secured to the hitch or bumper of the vehicle with enough slack to allow turning. Always use a class I, 2" ball with this log splitter. Use extra care when towing the log splitter. Do not exceed 45 mph. Towing the log splitter at a speed greater than 45 mph could result in loss of control, damage to the equipment, serious injury, or death.
Gas Log Splitter , Operator's Manual flgure1b CONTENTS SUPPLIED Your YARDMAX log splitter comes partially assembled and contains the following: ~ . : :~'"'~~~ "'Cr~~~ ""C'~~ OPTIONAL ~-~--- Handware Kit , ----~----T---- T -----, I I I ~ 1 I \. 1. Beam and Reservoir with Engine 4. Wheel Axle 2. Fender (Left) 5. Wheels 3. Fender (Right) 6.
7. Tow Bar ~@ 8. Log Stripper 9. Log Cradle (Left) M22 X1 4XSO X1 a) 10. Log Cradle (Right) 11. Beam Lock Bracket 12. Muffler (YS2565 and YS2865 only) X1 ~ @@@ M12X30 X4 ~@ M22 X1 4XSO X1 13. Operator's Manual and Engine Manual 14. Tools for Spark Plug Assembly (YS2565 and YS2865 only) a) 15. Engine Oil (]d (@)@ 16. Log Table (Optional) b 17.
Gas Log Splitter » Operator's Manual SPLIT CONTROL LEVER 1. Holding the hydraulic cylinder handle, pull out the cylinder slowly and in a straight line until the output shaft in the cylinder is against the trunnion mount and locked in the U-shaped groove. 2. The control handle is shipped hanging from the valve on the handle link. Remove the pin and cotter pin from the control handle. Move the control lever to the vertical Neutral positon (shown in circle on illustration Fipre 3.) 3.
LOG STRIPPER (YS2565, YS2865, and YS3065 ONLY) TOW BAR 1. Align holes in the log stripper with the holes in the trunnion mount. Insert the tow bar into the tank bracket and align the holes. Connect and tighten the tow bar to the tank by using the M12x80 bolts, flat washers, spring washers, and nuts. (See Figure 6) 2. Install the log stripper by tightening the M10x35 bolts, spring washers, and flat washers.
Gas Log Splitter 3. Slide the anti-dust washer and one roller bearing onto the axle. Use a soft-faced hammer to tap the roller bearing lightly to make sure the bearing is in the right position. » Operator's Manual 11. Remove the two M8x45 bolts, flat washers, and nuts. 4. Slide the wheel with the valve stem facing out to the wheel axle and the other roller bearing, then put the wheel washer against the bearing. Use a 32mm socket to tighten the axle nut completely. (See Figure 7c) 5.
14. Move the bridge pin and lock pin from the upper hole to the lower hole. Make sure the bridge pin is connected to the wire rope first and then insert the lock pin. (See figure 7g) 16. Rotate the bottom pallet slowly until there is enough space to assemble the other wheel. C:-~, ~ Lower Hole Bridge Pin ., ' L~ Figure7g Figure7i 15. Put the axle with one wheel below the upper bracket. Make sure the wheel is on the engine side. Align the holes in the lower bracket and upper bracket.
Gas Log Splitter 18. Follow the same procedure to assemble the other wheel. (Follow steps 3 - 10 under wheel assembly.) » Operator's Manual SUPPORT LEG 1. Align the support leg to the upper hole on the unit. Insert the U-shaped lock pin to hold the support leg in place. 2. Slightlyliftthe machine by the tow bar while rotating it so that the support leg can drop to the down position supporting the machine on the ground 3. Fully insert the U-shaped lock pin.
FENDER MUFFLER (YS2565/YS2865 ONLY) Align the left fender to the tank assembly. Insert the M8x20 bolts, spring washers, flat washers, and tighten by using a 13mm wrench. (See Figure 10) 1. Remove the plastic sheet by loosening and removing the nuts and washers, using a 13mm wrench. Follow the same procedure to assemble the right fender. Figure 12a 2. Install the muffler by aligning the screw holes on the muffler to the screw holes on the engine. Reinstall the washer and nuts, using a 13mm wrench.
Gas Log Splitter » Operator's Manual LOG TABLE (OPTIONAL) Refertofigures15aand 15bto install the worktable. Remove the bolts, flat washers, and nuts from the inside holes. Move the log cradle from the incline position to the horizontal position. Align holes on the log cradle with the outside holes on the beam mount. Reinstall bolts, flat washers, and nuts. Figure 15a Place the work table over the holes in the log cradle and align the 4 holes from the work table plate and log cradle.
KNOW YOUR MACHINE FEATURES AND CONTROLS Log Table (Optional) Log Spinner Foot Plate 2-Position Log Cradle Hydraulic Pump Vertical Beam Lock Control Valve 19 I Know Your Machine YS2565PM02- 1703
Gas Log Splitter LOG SPINNER FOOT PLATE )) )) » The foot plate holds the log in place while the wedge splits the log. The foot plate allows the operator to easily spin a log in prep for splitting and allows the log to rotate when splitting instead of causing unnecessary stress on the beam. It is easy to replace when the grip teeth are damaged. No repair welding is required.
CHOKE CONTROL RECOIL STARTER HANDLE )) The choke control is used to choke the carburetor and The handle is used to start the engine. )) assist in starting the engine. The choke control slides between the CHOKE CLOSED I f Ipositions. l'\.1 and CHOKE OPEN FUEL SHUT-OFF VALVE )) The fuel shut - off has two position. CLOSED (S\) - use this position to service, transport, or store the THROTTLE CONTROL The throttle control regulates the speed of the engine )) unit.
Gas Log Splitter » Operator's Manual STARTING ENGINE STOP ENGINE 1. Make sure the control lever is in the neutral position. Return the cylinder to fully retracted position or home position. Move the Throttle lever to SLOW (~). Move the engine switch to OFF. Close the fuel shut-off valve (li)). 2. Move the engine switch to the ON position. oFF ( ~ r~ ""' oN J Sudden stopping at a high speed under a heavy load is not recommended. Engine damage may result. .___. ./ 3.
CONVERSION BETWEEN HORIZONTAL SPLITTING POSITION AND VERTICAL SPLITTING POSITION Neutral Position Forward Reverse Position Horizontal Beam Lock M:fMp.l.i@iiNt.l. Figure 16a Reverse Position Figure 16b STUCK LOG PROCEDURE If a log does not split completely and becomes stuck on the wedge, never attempt to remove it by modifying the splitter or adding attachments to the splitter.
Gas Log Splitter » Operator's Manual TRANSPORTING MOVING BY HANDS 3. Make sure hitch is in good working order. The log splitter is heavy. It can crush and cause serious injury if it rolls out of control or tips over. 4. Check safety chains. Two safety chains must be used while towing. Cross safety chains under the coupler, allowing only enough slack for vehicle turns. Follow the instructions below for safely moving the log splitter. 5. Pull the U-shaped lock pin away from the machine.
MAINTENANCE Inspect and maintain the log splitter before each use. If the log splitter has been used previously, it must be inspected and maintained before each subsequent use. Always shut off the engine and relieve system pressure before inspecting, cleaning, adjusting, or repairing the splitter. Relieve system pressure by moving the split control lever back and forth several times. Remove debris from the engine, muffler, and moving parts. Debris on a hot engine can be a fire hazard.
Gas Log Splitter » Operator's Manual STORAGE Follow the instructions below for storing your log splitter between uses. 1. Retract the wedge completely to keep the rod protected from corrosion. 2. Allow the machine to cool 5 minutes before storing. Always drain fuel from the tank in an outdoor, wellventilated area. ~ ~ Stay away from sources of heat, flame, or sparks while handling fuel. Clean up fuel spills immediately. 3. Clear the debris from the beam, wedge, and end plate.
TROUBLESHOOTING .,_____ Problem Remedy Cause - 1. Purge air by extending and retracting Wedge movement is slow or erratic 1. Air in the hydraulic oil system 2. Debris lodged in beam guides 3. Low hydraulic oil the wedge several times until motion is smooth 2. Clear debris from beam 3. Check oil level and add as needed - 1. 2. Scored or bent cylinder rod 3. Loose hydraulic fitting 4.
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