Ariens 34-Ton Log Splitter Owners Manual

Ariens 34-Ton Log Splitter Manual

Ariens 34-Ton Log Splitter manual content summary:

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    Log Splitter Owner/Operator Manual Manuel Du Propriétaire/Utilisateur Manual del propietario/operador Models 917001 - 27-Ton Log Splitter 917002 - 34-Ton Log Splitter Gasoline containing up to 10% ethanol (E10) or up to 10% MTBE (methyl tertiary butyl ether) is acceptable for use in this machine.
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    11 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 17 STORAGE 19 TROUBLESHOOTING 20 SERVICE PARTS 21 ACCESSORIES 21 SPECIFICATIONS 21 WARRANTY 22 INTRODUCTION NON-ENGLISH MANUALS Manuals in languages other than English may be obtained from your Dealer. Visit your dealer or www.ariens.com for a list of languages
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    here. • Record Engine Model and Serial numbers here. PRODUCT REGISTRATION The Ariens dealer must register parts. NOTE: A complete Parts manual may be downloaded from www.ariens.com on the Internet DELIVERY Customer Note: If you have purchased this product without complete assembly and instruction
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    observe the safety instructions in the manuals and on decals could result in serious injury or death. Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children. Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them. Stop engine and allow moving parts to stop before
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    No smoking, No sparks, No flames. Never fill fuel tank when engine is running, hot or unit is indoors. Never overfill fuel tank. Replace fuel cap securely and clean up spilled fuel. Never place hands or any part of the body between a log and any part of the log splitter. Hold logs on sides when
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    , understand, and follow all instructions in the manual and on the machine before starting. Understand: • How to operate all controls • The functions of all controls • How to STOP in an Emergency ALWAYS remove spark plug wire from spark plug before inspecting or working on this unit. Inspect unit
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    disconnecting the spark plug wire. Keep all hardware properly tightened. Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as stop the engine and relieve hydraulic pressure before doing any work on hydraulic parts. • Keep body and hands away from pin holes or nozzles which expel hydraulic fluid when
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    part of the body between a log and any part of the log splitter. Do not attempt to stabilize logs with legs or feet while operating. Moving parts can cut off or crush body parts. Do not split more than one log at a time unless the cylinder CAUTION: DO NOT start engine until all assembly steps have
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    : Avoid injury! Explosive separation of tire and rim parts is possible when they are serviced incorrectly: • Do not attempt to mount a tire hydraulic cylinder (see Purge Air From Hydraulic System on page 19). 2. Add hydraulic oil as necessary to bring system to operating level. NOTE: Some hydraulic
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    2. Splitter Wedge 3. End Plate/Grip 4. Beam 5. Hydraulic Cylinder 6. Stripper Plate 7. Oil Drain Plug 8. Fuel Tank/Filler 9. Recoil Starter 10. Front Jack Stand 11. Hitch Coupler - 2-In. Ball Figure 7 12. Safety Chains 13. Rear Stabilizer 14. Hydraulic Pump 15. Hydraulic Tank 16. Hydraulic Tank
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    decrease the engine speed, adjust to: 1. Fast (normal or warm starts) 2. Part-Throttle 3. Slow (cold weather starts) Fuel Shut-Off Valve IMPORTANT: The fuel shut-off valve MUST be in the closed position prior to transporting the unit. Closed Position: Use this position to service, transport
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    Release as soon as log is split or cylinder is fully extended. NOTE: Splitter wedge is designed to reach full extension and stop between 1 and 2" (25 and 50 mm) before contacting end plate. IMPORTANT: When cylinder is fully extended do not hold lever in out position. Pump damage will result. Neutral
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    CAUTION: Do not use the unit if the stripper plates are bent or damaged. Bent or damaged stripper plates must be repaired or replaced before use. Front Jack Stand Front jack stand must be locked in the down position whenever the unit is in use and in the transport position when moving or towing the
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    pumps are not marked for the content of alcohol or ethers, check ethanol and MTBE levels with the fuel supplier. • Do not modify the fuel system to use different fuels. • Never mix oil and gasoline. NOTE: All gasoline is not the same. If the engine experiences starting or performance problems after
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    damage the carburetor and the fuel hoses, filter and tank. Prevent deposits from forming in the engine exhaust to not blow directly on combustible material. Disconnect the log splitter from the tow vehicle before operating. If splitting logs in the horizontal position, move rear stabilizer to work
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    square end against the splitter wedge. CAUTION: During operation, engine and hydraulic system are hot. Always stop engine and allow unit to cool before changing beam positions. Working only in the Operator Zone (see OPERATOR ZONE on page 6): 1. Fully retract cylinder. 2. Place log on beam: • Split
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    to Engine Manual Maintenance for detailed instructions. Schedule 50 Hours Check or Every Fasteners Season Check all fasteners. Replace fasteners that are missing or damaged. Tighten all nuts and bolts to the correct torque value. 100 Hours Change Drain oil from hydraulic tank, replace filter and
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    Hydraulic Oil Only use the following hydraulic oils: • ISO32 hydraulic oil (Ariens part number 00069100) • Dexron® III/Mercon® automatic transmission fluid • 10 weight AW hydraulic oil • Pro-Mix™ AW-32 Hydraulic Oil Changing Hydraulic Oil and Filter NOTE: Change the hydraulic oil and oil filter
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    Spin new oil filter onto filter housing until it makes contact. Tighten oil filter another 1/2 turn. 9. Add new oil to the oil tank. 10. Check hydraulic oil level. 11. Properly dispose of waste oil. Purge Air From Hydraulic System 1. With the engine running, extend the hydraulic cylinder out fully
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    your Ariens Dealer. Engine overheats. 1. Debris accumulated on engine and cooling fins. 1. Clean debris from engine and cooling fins. Cylinder does not extend or retract when control lever is moved. 1. Low hydraulic oil level. 2. Kinked or pinched hydraulic lines. 1. Refill hydraulic oil to
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    1 Air Filter 20020001 1 Spark Plug 00069100 AR Hydraulic Oil - ISO 32 ACCESSORIES See your authorized Ariens dealer to add these optional accessories to your unit. Part No. Description 71701200 Work Table Kit 71701300 Light Kit 71701400 License Plate Light Holder 71701500 Engine Cover Kit
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    Group Log Splitters, Brushes, String Trimmers, Edgers Professional Powered Brushes Tillers Vacuums, Blowers, Sweepers, Truck Loaders, Lawn Rakes, Sprayers, Aerators, etc. Professional Sno-Thro® Compact, Deluxe, Platinum, AMP™ Sno-Thro® Sno-Tek® Utility Vehicles Service (Replacement) Parts Warranty
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    product to and from the place of warranty service at owner's expense. • Have the warranty service performed by an authorized Ariens, Gravely, Parker or Countax service representative. To Find an Authorized Service Representative: In the U.S. and Canada: Use the dealer locator on our websites: www
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    by the Ariens Company for use with product(s) identified herein are not covered by this warranty. • The following maintenance, service and replacement items are not covered by this warranty unless they are noted in the Limitations section above: lubricants, spark plugs, oil, oil filters, air filters
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    , the part will be repaired or replaced by Ariens Company. OWNER'S WARRANTY RESPONSIBILITIES: • As the small off-road equipment owner, you are responsible for the performance of the required maintenance listed in your Owner's Manual. Ariens Company recommends that you retain all receipts covering
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    off-road equipment. (6.) The owner must not be charged for diagnostic labor that leads to the determination that a warranted part is in fact defective, provided that such diagnostic work is performed at an authorized Ariens, Gravely, or Parker service representative. (7.) Throughout the evaporative
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    655 West Ryan Street Brillion, WI 54110 920-756-4688 Fax 920-756-2407 www.ariens.com
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Models
917001 – 27-Ton Log Splitter
917002 – 34-Ton Log Splitter
Log Splitter
03860300F 10/11
Printed in USA
ENGLISH
FRANÇAIS
ESPAÑOL
Owner/Operator Manual
Manuel Du Propriétaire/Utilisateur
Manual del propietario/operador
Gasoline containing up to 10% ethanol (E10) or up to 10% MTBE (methyl tertiary butyl ether) is acceptable for
use in this machine.
The use of any gasoline exceeding 10% ethanol (E10) or 10% MTBE will void the product warranty.
Il est possible d'utiliser de l'essence contenant jusqu'à 10% d'éthanol (E10) ou 10% de MTBE (éther méthyl-
tertiobutylique) sur cette machine.
L'utilisation d'une essence contenant plus de 10% d'éthanol (E10) ou de 10% de MTBE annulent la garantie.
En esta máquina puede utilizarse gasolina con hasta un 10% de etanol (E10) o hasta un 10% de MTBE (éter
de metil butil terciario).
El uso de cualquier otro tipo de gasolina con un porcentaje superior al 10% de etanol (E10) o al 10% de MTBE
invalidará la garantía del producto.