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• Service • Troubleshooting • Warranty Operator's Manual LS 27 TB - Log Splitter WARNING READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE THIS MACHINE. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY. Printed In USA TROY-BILT
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To The Owner 1 Thank You Thank you for purchasing a Troy-Bilt Log Splitter. It was carefully engineered to provide excellent performance when properly operated and maintained. Please read this entire manual prior to operating the equipment. It instructs you how to safely and easily set up, operate
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death. Training 9. Hydraulic log splitters develop high fluid pressures during operation. Fluid escaping through a pin hole opening can 1. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the penetrate your skin and cause blood poisoning, gangrene, machine and in the manual(s) before attempting
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do not use it for any other purpose. 15. Follow the instructions in the manual(s) provided with any attachment(s) for this machine. Preparation 1. Always wear the manual. See Fig. 2-1. Vertical Horizontal Figure 2-1 7. Logs should be cut with square ends prior to splitting. 8. Use log splitter in
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See Transporting the Log Splitter section in this manual for proper towing instructions once all instructions. Replace if damaged. 4. Periodically check that all nuts and bolts, hose clamps, and hydraulic the machine inspected annually by an authorized service dealer to ensure that all mechanical
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Description READ THE OPERATOR'S MANUAL(S) Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual(s) before attempting to assemble operate the machine at a time. The adult who loads and stabilizes the log must be the person who operates control handle. WARNING- PRESSURIZED FLUID Never check
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at this time. Only remove straps and/or wood when instructed to do so. 5. Inspect the bottom of the crate for any protruding staples or wood splinters and remove. 6. Remove any loose parts included with the log splitter (i.e. operator's manual, etc.). 7. Remove the spring clip and clevis pin from
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control valve, must be above the tongue assembly. Hex Screws 11. The log splitter is shipped with the beam in a vertical position. Remove any bolts or 3-3. Dislodger Hex Screws Vertical Beam Lock Figure 3-4 15. Disconnect the log tray from the beam on the side of the control valve by removing
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wood under the engine and/or any other wood, then roll the log splitter off the bottom of the shipping crate. 21. The control handle the clevis pin and bow-tie cotter pin removed in step 1. See Fig. 3-8. Beam Log Tray Hex Washer Screw Figure 3-7 19. Check for and remove any staples on the bottom
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Fill-Up Service the engine with gasoline and oil as instructed in the engine manual packed with your log splitter. Read the instructions carefully. Figure 3-9 NOTE: The log splitter is filled to the proper operating level from the manufacturer with Shell Tellus® 32 Hydraulic Fluid. However, you
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lock is located on the beam support latch bracket. The log dislodger is designed to remove any Log Tray The log tray is designed to catch the log after it is split. Tongue Control Handle The control handle has three positions; Forward, Neutral and Reverse. See the Operation section for instructions
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Operation Starting & Stopping the Engine Refer to the Engine Operator's manual packed with your log splitter for instructions on starting and stopping the engine. Using the Log Splitter Operating Positions 1. Place the log splitter on flat, dry, solid ground. 2. Block the front and back of both
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service dealer. WARNING! Do not attempt to adjust or modify the control valve or the hydraulic system from its original settings or manufacture in any way. Splitting the Wood 1. Start the engine as instructed in the Engine Operator's manual included with the log splitter. 2. Place the log
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Log Splitter 1. Lower the beam to its horizontal position. Make certain the beam is locked securely with the horizontal beam lock. 2. Remove the spring clip and clevis pin from the jack stand. 3. Support the hydraulic system before restarting after servicing. 10. Use "pipe dope" on all hydraulic
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of the tire for recommended pressure. Hydraulic Fluid Check the hydraulic fluid level in the log splitter reservoir tank before each use. Maintain the spark plug wire and start the engine following the instructions in the Engine Operator's manual. 10. Use the control handle to engage the wedge
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14. Contaminants in the fluid may damage the hydraulic components. Flushing the reservoir tank and hoses with kerosene whenever service is performed on the tank, hydraulic pump or valve is recommended. Contact an authorized service dealer. If the log splitter will not be used for more than 30 days
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pump coupler is a nylon "spider" insert, located coupling half into place while guiding the three mounting between the pump and the engine shaft. Over time, the coupler bolts through the holes in the pump support bracket. will harden and deteriorate. Replace the coupler if you detect vibration
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Troubleshooting 8 Problem Cylinder rod will not move Slow cylinder shaft speed while extending and retracting Leaking Cylinder Cause Remedy 1. Broken drive shaft. 2. Shipping plugs left in hydraulic hoses. 3. Set screws in coupling not adjusted properly. 4. Loose shaft coupling. 5. Gear
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Problem Cause Wood will not service dealer. 4. See authorized service dealer. 5. Make certain reservoir is properly vented. 1. See authorized service dealer. 1. Warm up engine. 2. Replace hydraulic fluid. 3. Replace hydraulic fluid. 4. See authorized service dealer. Section 8 - Troubleshooting
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Spider Bushing Coupling, .875 Coupling, .500 Set Screw 723-0405 Hydraulic Oil Filter 737-04308 727-04356 727-04288 727-0443 727-04362 or a complete Parts Manual (have your full model number and serial number ready). Parts Manual downloads are also available free of charge at www.troybilt.com. 20
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Notes 10 21
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22 Section 10- Notes
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Section 10 - Notes 23
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, through your local authorized service dealer. To locate the dealer in your area: In the U.S.A. Check your Yellow Pages, or contact Troy-Bilt LLC at P.O. Box 361131, Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019, or call 1-866-840-6483, 1-330-558-7220 or log on to our Web site at www.troybilt.com. In Canada Contact