Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product W2808 EarthQuake
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Includes Models W2265 & W2808 V ertical / Horizontal LOG SPLIT TER Assembly & Operating Instructions OM-WS2265-04 Rev-030904 © Copyright 2004 Ardis am, Inc.
Page 2 One Y ear Limited W arranty The Ardisam, Inc., Manufacturing Company warrants this Earthquake ® Log Splitter to be free from defects in material or workmanship for the normal service life of the product not to exceed 12 consecutive months from the date of purchase.
Page 3 SAFETY AND MAINTENANCE Before operating this log splitter , carefully read this manual and follow all instructions . • Do not allow anyone to operate your log splitter who has not read this manual. • Never operate your log splitter for any other purpose than splitting wood.
Page 4 • Do not operate your log splitter in poor mechanical condition or when in need of repair . • Periodically check that all nuts, bolts, and screws are tightened. • Always perform recommended maintenance procedures before using your log splitter .
Page 5 SAFETY DECALS Part Number: LBL4178 Description: All General W arnings Decal Location: Back of Hydraulic Reservoir Part Number: LBL4179 Description: T owing Warning Decal Location: T ongue Near .
Page 6 W ARNING: BEFORE OPERA TING YOUR LOG SPLITTER, PLEASE FULL Y READ AND UNDERST AND ALL SAFETY , MAINTENANCE, AND ASSEMBL Y INSTRUCTIONS OUTLINED IN THIS MANUAL. BECOME F AMILIAR WITH IT FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY . FAILURE TO DO SO MA Y CAUSE SERIOUS INJUR Y AND/OR DEA TH.
Page 7 4. Attach the wheels to each side of the reservoir (4300) by sliding the end of the spindle into the tubes at the bottom of the reservoir . Make sure that the holes line up as you insert the spindle. Secure in place with two 5/16-18 x 2-1/4” bolts (48300) and two 5/16-18 bi-way locknuts (60G56).
Page 8 MODEL W2265 ONL Y 8. Remove the 90 degree street elbow (4122) and the 1” barbed coupler (4160) and insert the street elbow first into the suction screen (4307) that has already been assembled into the reservoir .
Page 9 LOG SPLITTER ASSEMBL Y INSTRUCTIONS NOTE: At least two people are required to lift and assemble the beam to the reservoir . 12. Remove the beam and stand it upright on the foot as it would be in use. Roll the reservoir into position and rotate the reservoir with the tongue until the holes line up to insert the 5/8” x 4” pivot pin (4337).
Page 10 LOG SPLITTER OPERA TING INSTRUCTIONS IMPORT ANT : The engine and hydraulic reservoir are shipped without oil. See the Engine Operator ’s Manual packed with your log splitter for the type of crankcase oil, fuel, etc. The engine manufacturer recommends lead-free gasoline only .
Page 11 LOG SPLITTER OPERA TING INSTRUCTIONS 1. The log splitter is equipped with high speed road tires, a Class II coupler (1-7/8” diameter ball required) and a safety chain. Before towing, the safety chain must be secured to the hitch or bumper of the vehicle and the kickstand rotated to the road position.
Page 12 LOG SPLITTER OPERA TING INSTRUCTIONS 1. Consult the operating and maintenance instructions of the Engine Operator ’s Manual for engine care and maintenance. 2. Always check the oil level of the hydraulic reservoir before operation. Operating the log splitter without an adequate oil supply will cause severe damage to the hydraulic pump.
Page 13 LOG SPLITTER NO TES ______________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________.
Page 14 6.5-HP LOG SPLITTER P ARTS EXPLOSION 4121 4113 4100 4113 4341 4343 4331 4314 4363 (2) 4117 (2) 4337 4328 4362 4125 4101 4331 4117 4353 4314 4363 3305 4352 4142 437 9 (4) 50 9 (6) 4375 431 9 21.
Page 15 Part No. Description Qty . 60G56 Locknut, Bi-way , 5/16 8 509 Bolt, Slotted HWH, 1/4-20 x 1/2 6 535 Ke y , 1/4 x 1, 8-hp 1 800 Engine-T ecumseh, 8-hp 1 2102 Bolt, HH, 3 /8-16 x 1 8 2104 Nut, Bi-W ay Hex, 3/8 15 3305 Engine-Briggs Quantum, 6.
Page 16 LOG SPLITTER SPECIFICA TIONS Ardisam, Inc. 1690 Elm Street, Cumberland, Wisconsin 54829 (715)822-2415 • Fax (715)822-4180 www .ardisam.com MAXIMUM SPLITTING FORCE ENGINE CYLINDER VA LV E PUM.
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