BORUITE MACHINERY BRTN Series User manual

BRTN Series All-in-one Firewood Processor
Owner's Manual
Supplier Name:
QINGDAO BORUITE MACHINERY CO., LTD.
Address:
NO. 47A Qutangxia Road, ShiNan District. Qingdao
Showroom:
www.brt-logsplitter.com

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Company Information
Qingdao Boruite Machinery Co., Ltd. is located in Qingdao, Shandong province of China,
specializing in manufacturing forestry and agricultural machinery with high quality and
competitive price. We stick to "quality and service first, continuous improvement and
innovation " as the management principle and "zero defect, zero complaints" as the
quality objective.
Our main products include log splitter, flail mower,firewood processor, wood chipper, log
trailer, log crane, wood conveyor, saw mill, etc. Our machines are complied with
international quality standard and are greatly popular in various markets around the world,
and have got CE certificate. Now our sales network has reached Europe, North America,
South America, Middle East, Australia, Africa, etc.
We focus on the satisfaction of every client with prompt reply, competitive price, stable
quality, on time delivery and continuous innovation. Looking forward to cooperating with te
customers from worldwide!

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Features & Warranty
1. Certification: CE, EPA.
2. 2-year warranty.
3. Machine testing before shipping.
4. Customization accepted.
5. We own our factory and can supply the machines with competitive price.
Packaging & Shipping
Seaworthy export packing
1. Bigger models with ply/wooden case or wooden
case; smaller models with carton box. also may
according to your demands.
2. We normally ship the order by FCL. We are
experienced in exporting machines to more than 80
countries and regions around the world. and can
supply all kinds of different shipping terms.
3. Timely delivery and transportation.
Reinforcement Packing
We can provide reinforcement packing for heavy duty
machine with iron / steel frame covered composite board to
secure the goods will be safe and sound during long
distance transporation.

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table of Contents
Owner's Manual........................................................................................................................0
Owner's Manual........................................................................................................................4
WARNING.................................................................................................................................4
About Your Wood Processor.............................................................................................................6
WARNING.................................................................................................................................6
Safety Label Locations......................................................................................................................7
WARNING.................................................................................................................................7
AWARNING...............................................................................................................................7
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS.......................................................................................................7
MOVING/TOWING INSTRUCTIONS...........................................................................................8
Initial Set-Up.....................................................................................................................................9
Moving and Towing to the Job Site ................................................................................................12
Before Each Use .............................................................................................................................15
Inspection / Maintenance........................................................................................................15
Fueling ....................................................................................................................................20
Work site selection and wood processor set-up.......................................................................21
Splitting Operation..........................................................................................................................23
Storage............................................................................................................................................29
Periodic Maintenance......................................................................................................................30
Parts Breakdown ............................................................................................................................32
Exploded View........................................................................................................................32
Summary Of Important Safety Information for Operation .....................................................34
Safety in Moving and Towing the Wood processor ................................................................35
Assembly Instructions.............................................................................................................42

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Owner's Manual
Instructions for Assembly, Testing, Operation, Servicing,& Wood Processors: Outdoor
hydraulic powered machine that splits wood logs.
WARNING
READ and UNDERSTAND this manual completely before using wood processor.
All operators of this equipment must read and completely understand all safety information,
operating instructions, maintenance and storage instructions. Failure to properly operate and
maintain the wood processor could result in serious injury to the operator and bystanders from
moving parts that can crush or cut. flying objects, burns, fire or explosion, escaping high pressure
hydraulic fluid, or carbon monoxide poisoning in particular, be aware of the following hazards.
Crush and Cut Hazards.
Moving parts can crush and cut hands and fingers. Keep hands clear of endplate, wedge, logs, and
log strippers while splitting.
High Pressure Hydraulic Fluid Hazards High fluid pressures and temperatures are developed in
hydraulic wood processors. Hydraulic fluid escaping through even a pin-size hole opening can
puncture skin and cause severe blood poisoning. Inspect hydraulic system regularly for possible
leaks. Never check for leaks with your hand while the system is pressurized. Seek medical
attention immediately if injured by escaping fluid.
Fire Hazards
•If your wood processor is intended for use near an ignitable forest, brush, or grassy covered
land, the engine exhaust should be equipped with a spark arrestor. See the 'Specifications' section
of this manual to determine if your splitter already has a spark arrestor. If not equipped, call
Northstar Customer Service for ordering information.
•Keep a fire extinguisher with you that is rated for ordinary combustibles and flammable
liquids.

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___________STOP!__________
SAVE BOLTS FROM PACKAGING: Some packaging bolts are used to assemble the wood
processor.
ADD OIL TO ENGINE BEFORE USING: Engine is shipped without oil. DO NOT start wood
processor without first adding oil.
ADD HYDRAULIC OIL: Your wood processor was shipped without hydraulic oil. Refer to
Periodic Maintenance section of this manual for instructions on filling the hydraulicreservoir
INSPECT COMPONENTS: Closely inspect to make sure no components are missing or
damaged. See Initial Unpacking & Set-up for instructions and for whom to contact to report
missing or damaged parts.
DANGER
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal
injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid
possible injury or death.
DANGER indicates an imminently hazardoussituation which, if not
avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING
WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION
CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.
CAUTION used without the safety alert symbol indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, may result in property damage.

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About Your Wood Processor
Thank you for purchasing our wood processor!
About Your Wood Processor:
This wood processor is a machine designed to split wood logs using a hydraulically powered
moving wedge. The wood processor's gasoline engine is used to pressurize the hydraulic system.
This wood processor is designed to split logs lengthwise with the grain only.
Your splitter can be used in horizontal splitting position:
⚫When the splitter is set up to operate in the horizontal splitting position, a log is placed on
the horizontal beam and the wedge moves horizontally into the end of the log to split it.
The technical specifications for your wood processor are provided in the Specifications section of
this manual.
WARNING
This wood processor uses a high-presslire hydraulic system to generate a very strong splitting
force.
Read the manual completely before using the machine to understand how to safely operate and
maintain it.
Follow all safety precautions presented throughout this manual. A summary of important safety
information can be found at the end of this manual.
Attention:All Rental Companies and Private Owners who loan this equipment to others!
All persons to whom you rent loan the wood processor must have aceess to and read this manual*
Keep this owner's manual with the
splitter at all times and advise all persons who will operate the machine to read it. You must
provide instruction on how to safely
operate the splitter and remain available to answer any questions a renter/borrower might have.
Always make sure safety labels are in good condition. If a safety label is missing or not legible,

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order new labels or unsafe operation could result.
Safety Label Locations
WARNING
POISONOUS GAS
This product's use gives off carbon monoxide, an odorless gas that can kill you
ONLY use outdoors andaway from air intakes.
NEVER use inside homes, garages, or sheds EVEN IF you run a fan or
open doors and windows See product manual for more details.
AWARNING
ESCAPING HIGH PRESSURE HYDRAULIC FLUID HAZARD
High fluid pressures and temperatures are developed in the hydraulic system. Hydraulic fluid
escaping through even a pin-size hole opening cart puncture skin and cause blood poisoning.
⚫Inspect hydraulic system regularly for leaks
⚫Never check for leaks with your hand while system ispressurized.
⚫Seek medical attention immediately if injured by escaping fluid.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
AWARNING
Moving parts can crush and cut. Pieces can fly out while splitting . Follow safety rules for
operating the wood processor or serious injury could result
•READ the Owner's Manual completely before operating.

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⚫Only one person should operate the wood processor. if an assistants is helping to load logs,
the operator should not actuate controls until the assistant is al least 10 ft away
⚫Stay m the designated OPERATOR POSITION while actuating the controls.
⚫Split wood in direction of the grain only.
⚫Hold bark side of logs when loading.
⚫Keep hands away from wedge, endplate/ram, and partly split logs.
⚫Never leave wood processor unattended during operation.
⚫Stay off slopes and slippery surfaces.
See additional safety rules in the Owner's Manual.
MOVING/TOWING INSTRUCTIONS
Towing wood processor:
⚫Lock beam in horizontal position (tip-up models only)
⚫Lock tow bar leg in DOWN position.
⚫Lock support leg in UP position (if equipped)
⚫Do not attempt to move log spatter up or down slope by hand
⚫Latch coupler securely to class 2 or higher hitch with 2” ball.
⚫Lock tow bar leg and support leg (if equipped) in the UP position.
Attach safety chains to tow vehicle.
•Close fuel shut-up valve on engine (if equipped)
•Do not tow faster than 45 mph. Higher speeds can cause loss of control.
•Check local, state, and federal requirements before towing on public roads

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AWARNING
FIRE HAZARD
Hot exhaust can ignite dry brush, trees, or grass.
•Equip engine with a spark arrestor if you will be using
near ignitable forest brush or grassy covered land.
•Keep a fire extinguisher on hand that is rated for
ordinary combustibles & flammable liquids.
Initial Set-Up
IMPORTANT!
Engine is shipped without oil. DO NOT start the engine before adding oil.
See Assembly Instructions section of this manual to assemble the wood processor before
set-up.
Step One: Inspect Wood
processor Components.
Closely inspect all wood processor components.
(See Machine Components section of this manual for diagram of components)
•If you have missing components, contact the dealer
•If you have damaged components, contact the Freight Company that delivered the
unit and file a claim.
Step Two:
Add Oil to Engine
Add oil to the engine. Using a funnel Add SAE 10W-30 oil up to the FULL mark on the
dipstick. (See engine Owner's Manual for oil capacity and location of fill cap.)

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Step Three:
Add Hydraulic Oil to
Reservoir
WARNING: High fluid pressures and temperatures are developed in hydraulic wood
processors. Hydraulic fluid escaping through a pin hole sized opening can burn or
puncture skin, resulting in wounds that could cause blood poisoning, infection,
disability, gangrene, amputation, or death, Therefore, the following instructions should
be heeded at all times when inspecting or servicing the hydraulic components of the
wood processor
•NEVER check for leaks with your hand. Leaks can be located by holding a piece of
cardboard or wood (at least two feet long) with your hand at one end and passing
the other end over thesuspected area (wear eye protection). Look for discoloration
of the cardboard or wood.
•NEVER adjust the pressure of the pump or valve.
•If injured by escaping fluid, no matter how small the wound is, see a doctor at
once, A typical injection injury may be a small wound that does not took serious.
However, severe infection or reaction can result if proper medical treatment is not
administered immediately by a doctor whois familiar with injection injuries.
1) Remove hydraulic oil dipstick.
2) Refer to the Specifications section for approximate hydraulic oil
capacity.
3) Fill reservoir with 10 wt AW32, ASLE H-150, or ISO 32 oil Use a
funnel
4) Replace hydraulic oil dipstick,
5) Start engine and use control valve handle to extend and retract wedge 5 (five) times
to remove air from the high pressure lines.
6) With wedge retracted, check oil level again.
7) Fill if necessary,WARNING: NEVER remove the hydraulic oil fill cap
when the engine is running or hot. Hot oil can escape causing severe
bums. Allow wood processor to cool completely before removing
hydraulic oil fill cap* Note: If the wood processor will be run for long
periods of time in outdoor temperatures above 70F. we
8) recommend changing the hydraulic oil to DEXTRON III.

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Step Four: Lubricate
Keepers
Pump grease into grease /zerks found under each keeper This will help prevent wear
between the keepers and beam.
AWARNING
⚫6-Way Wedges create additional pinch points when the wedge is moving
forward or backwards. Keep hands clear of the wedge,wedges, and the log
while the wedge is moving. Retract wedge manually, paying close attention.
Note: Without 6-way wedges when selling, unless buying extra.
rail
slaing rail
Apply grease between the two parts
Wedge plate
Rail
Apply grease
between the two parts

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Moving and Towing to the Job Site
1. Place in Horizontal position
Make sure the wood processor is locked in the horizontal position with hitch pin before moving.
2. Engine off.
IMPORTANT: Make sure wood processor engine is off.
Never move the wood processor with its engine running.
3. Fuel valve off (if equipped)
Turn fuel valve off to prevent carburetor flooding and reduce the chance of fuel leakage. Refer to
Engine owner's manual for fuel valve location.
4. Move wood processor to work site or tow hitch
Move wood processor by hand either directly to chosen work site or to vehicle hitch for
towing.(See Before Each Use: Step Three: instructions on selecting a work site) Important Safety
Instructions:
•Hills. Do not move the wood processor up or down hills by hand—use a towing vehicle.
•No riding. Never allow anyone to sit or ride on the wood processor.
•No cargo. Never transport cargo or wood on the wood processor
Towing:
1.Read instructions
Review towing safety instructions in your vehicle manual.
2.Check tires
Make sure tires are fully inflated and in good repair.
WARNING:
• Do not over-inflate tires. Serious injury can occur if tire explodes.
• When seating a bead after repair, do not exceed 30 PSL
Pressures higher than 30 PSI can causethe tire and wheel to
rupture and explode.
3.Attach to hitch
(2" ball)
Attach wood processor to vehicle hitch

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5. Tow to desired location
Tow wood processor carefully to desired work site.
(See Before Each Use section on selecting an appropriate work site)
Important safety instructions:
•Added length, lie aware of the added length of the splitter
•Speed limit* Never tow this wood processor over 45 mph. Faster speeds may result in loss
of control.
•Rough terrain. Drive slowly and take extra caution when traveling over rough terrain.
•to comply with all local,state, and federal towing requirements. It is the sole responsibility
of the purchaser to obtain licensing, trailer lights, safety chains or signage, as needed to
comply.
•Unattended. Turn off the lowing vehicle before leaving the splitter unattended.
•Under the influence. Never tow or operate this splitter while under the influence of alcohol,
drugs, or medication.
6. Lock front
•Attach wood processor's tows to a class 2 or higher hitch with 2" ball (only).
•Adjust tows to ball by raising locking lever and turning lock nut with fingers.
•Proper adjustment is obtained when tows is as tight as possible on ball and
locking lever can still be opened and closed.
•Lock lever closed to secure the attachment, An optional locking pin or padlock
may be inserted in the locking lever hole for extra security.
4.Attach safety chains
Attach safety chains.
1. Two safety chains must be used while towing.
2. Cross safety chains under the coupler allowing only enough slack
for vehicle turns.
5.Put front outrigger
leg UP
Move the front outrigger leg to the "IT" position and lock. (Both outrigger less must
remain in the up position during towing.)

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outrigger leg down & unhitch
Lock front outrigger leg in the DOWN position and disconnect from vehicle.
NEVER operate wood processor while it is attached to the vehicle.

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Before Each Use
Inspection / Maintenance
Step One: Inspect and maintain wood processor before each use
If the wood processor has been used previously, it must be inspected and maintained BEFORE
EACH SUBSEQUENT USE.
WARNING
ALWAYS shut off the engine, disconnect the spark plug, and relieve system pressure before
inspecting, cleaning, adjusting, or repairing the splitter. Relieve system pressure by moving Split
Control Lever back and forth several times.
IMPORTANT:
If a part needs replacement, only use parts that meet the manufacturer's specifications.
Replacement parts that do not meet specifications may result in a safety hazard or poor operation
of the wood processor
1. Engine
off/relieve
pressure
Perform all inspections/repairs with the engine off and hydraulic system pressure
relieved.
1. Make sure engine is off and cool,
2. Disconnect the spark plug
3. Relieve all hydraulic system pressure by moving the Split Control Lever
back and forth several times.

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2.Remove
debris
Remove debris from engine, muffler, and moving parts.
1.Engine debris.Debris on a hot engine can be a fire hazard. Clean debris and
chaff from engine cylinder head, cylinder head fins, blower housing rotating
screen, and muffler areas.Avoid contact with hot muffler.
2.Other debris. Debris on moving parts can cause excess wear. Clear debris from
the slide beam, wedge, and endplate.
3.Fuel tank /
lines
Check fuel tank and fuel lines for leaks.
Any fuel leak is a fire hazard. Fix any fuel leaks before starting engine.
4.Mechanical
parts
* control valve
*hydraulic oil filter

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* conveyor motor
*engine

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*oil pump
5. Hydraulic
system
Check the hydraulic system carefully:
1.Visually inspect all hoses, tubing, clamps, fillings, pump, and cylinder for
cracks,fraying, kinks, or oilier damage.
2. Check all components for oily residue, which may indicate aleak.
Do NOT operate the wood processor if there is any indication of damage or oily
residue* Small leaks in hydraulic lines can cause severe injuries and can also be
an indication of catastrophic failure in the near future. The life of hydraulic hoses
may be from a few months to a few years, depending on use and storage patterns.
WARNING: High fluid pressures and temperatures are developed in hydraulic
wood processors* Hydraulic
fluid escaping through a pin hole sized opening can burn or puncture skin,
resulting in wounds that could cause blood poisoning, infection, disability,
gangrene, amputation, or death. Therefore, the following instructions should be
heeded at all times when inspecting or servicing the hydraulic components of the
wood processor:
Stop the engine, disconnect the spark plug, and move all control valve handles

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back and forth torelieve pressure before changing or adjusting hydraulic system
components such as hoses, tubing, fittings or other components.
NEVER check for leaks with your hand. Leaks can be located by holding a piece
of cardboard or wood (at least two feel long) with your hand at one end and
passing the other end over the suspected area (wear eye protection). Look for
discoloration of the cardboard or wood.
NEVER adjust the pressure setting of the pump or valve.
If injured by escaping fluid, no matter how small the wound is, see a doctoral
once. A typical injection injury may be a small puncture wound that does not
look serious. However, severe infection or reaction can result if proper medical
treatment is not administered immediately by a doctor who is familiar with
injection injuries.
6. Hydraulic
oil level
Check the hydraulic oil level using the dipstick. Fill as needed,
WARNING: NEVER remove the hydraulic oil dipstick when the engine is
running or hot. Hot oil can escape causing severe burns. Allow wood processor to
cool completely before removing hydraulic oil dipstick.
7. Engine
Inspect and perform engine maintenance as directed in the engine manual.
8. Spark
arrestor
muffler
If the engine is equipped with a spark arrestor muffler, clean and inspect it
regularly (follow spark arrestor manufacturer's service instructions).
Replace if damaged.
9. Tires
Make sure tires are fully inflated and in good repair if you will be towing the
splitter. See lire sidewall for recommended lire pressure,
WARNING:
Do not over-inflate tires, Serious injury can occur if tireexplodes.
When sealing a bead after repair, do not exceed 30 PSI. Pressures higher than 30
PSI can cause the tire and wheel to rupture and explode.