TIMBERWOLF Log Splitters Operation Manual
Wedge Assembly
• Grease assembly daily to reduce wear on beam and
sides.
• Use any high-grade tube grease.
• Replace wear plates (also called "gibbs") if wedge can
be raised more than one quarter inch off the beam.
• Sharpen wedge regularly with file or grinder.
Daily Maintenance
General
Grease
Motor
Hydraulic Hoses
• Check all nuts, bolts, and welds to be sure that the
frame and components are secure.
• Make sure that the wear plates attached to the wedge
assembly are firmly bolted in place.
• Make sure wedge assembly and top of beam are well
lubricated with grease.
• Grease push block at grease fittings.
• Smear grease across top of beam.
• Consult motor manufacturer's manual for motor's
daily maintenance requirements.
• Inspect hydraulic hoses for frayed, worn, kinked, or
abraded areas.
• Replace any damaged or worn hydraulic hoses
immediately.
&WARNING
Make sure system is depressurized before you
do any hydraulic system repairs. See Hydraulic
Safety in the Safety section.
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