Operation Manual
TIMBERWOLF Log Splitters
Transportinq the Log Splitter
Preparation
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• Never move the log splitter with the log carriage in the
vertical position.
• Never move the log splitter with the motor running.
• Make sure fuel valve on log splitter motor is in the
"OFF" position.
&CAUTION
If fuel valve isn't shut off, fuel will be forced into
the cylinder and crankcase during travel. If that
happens, the engine motor oil and spark plug
have to be replaced.
• Make sure there are no loose parts or debris on the log
splitter to fall off while it's being towed.
• Never tow the log splitter with a log on it.
• Make sure the front leg is retracted and pinned up
before transporting.
• Make sure log splitter's ball coupler is firmly attached
to ball on tow vehicle hitch:
• Raise hitch latch to unlocked position.
• Place hitch onto ball of tow vehicle's trailer
hitch.
• Lower hitch latch into locked position and
secure with locking bolt.
• Make sure that safety chains are securely attached,
with sufficient slack to allow for turning.