Full Boar FBLS-22T User manual

KNOW YOUR PRODUCT
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
WARNING: Read all safety warnings and instructions before use. Failure
to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or
serious injury. Save these instructions for future reference.
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• 22 TONNE SPLITTING FORCE
• 6.5HP BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE
• HORIZONTAL AND VERTICAL
OPERATION
PETROL
LOG SPLITTER

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SPECIFICATIONS - MODEL NO. FBLS-22T
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Engine specications:
Power: 6.5HP
Type: 4 Stroke, air cooled
Fuel type: 91 Oct unleaded
Fuel tank capacity: 3.0 litres
Oil capacity: 470-590ml
Displacement: 208cc
Speed: 3,600rpm (max.)
Log splitter specications:
Splitting force: 22 Tonne
Log length maximum: 600mm
Table size: 610 x 310mm
Cylinder operating speed: 60mm/s (average cycle time)
Hydraulic cylinder stroke: 610mm
Hydraulic rod diameter: 45mm
Hydraulic capacity: 14.9 litres
Wedge size: 190mm
Hitch coupler: 50mm ball
Towing speed max.: 30km/h
Weight: 227kg
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KNOW YOUR PRODUCT (cont.)
1. Control lever
2. Hydraulic cylinder
3. Hydraulic cylinder handle
4. Tow hitch
5. Safety chains
6. Jockey wheel
7. Support leg-front
8. Oil drain plug
9. B&S Engine
10. Engine assembly
11. Wheels
12. Wheel guard - engine side
13. Support leg - rear
14. Log table
15. End plate
16. Beam assembly
17. Wedge cover guard
18. Wedge
19. Drawbar
20. Manual tube
21. Wheel guard - right side
22. Log cradle - right side
23. Log cradle - engine side
24. Axle
25. Muffler
26. Horizontal beam lock
27. Assembly hardware
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M8 x 20 x 2
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M8 x 20 x 8
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Wheel Cap
Roll Pin
U-shaped Lock Pin
Washer & Sping
Pivot pin
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SPECIFICATIONS....................................................... Page 02
KNOW YOUR PRODUCT........................................... Page 02
INTRODUCTION........................................................ Page 05
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS........................................... Page 05
ASSEMBLY..................................................................Page 11
FEATURES AND CONTROLS.....................................Page 24
SETUP AND PREPARATION...................................... Page 27
OPERATION...............................................................Page 31
TRANSPORTING........................................................ Page 34
MAINTENANCE......................................................... Page 36
STORAGE...................................................................Page 38
TROUBLESHOOTING................................................ Page 39
DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS.....................................Page 40
CONTENTS................................................................ Page 41
WARRANTY................................................................ Page 44
TABLE OF CONTENTS

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INTRODUCTION
WARNING! When using this equipment, basic safety precautions,
including the following, should always be followed to reduce risk of fire, electric
shock, personal injury and material damage.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Read and understand the manual prior to operating this tool.
Save these instructions and other documents supplied with this tool for future reference.
Congratulations on purchasing a Full Boar petrol log
splitter.
It has been designed to split wood logs for use as
firewood for a wood heater or fireplace. The log splitter
will only split logs lengthwise with the grain and is
capable of splitting most Australian hardwoods. Supplied
pre-filled with premium hydraulic fluid.
Do not tow the petrol log splitter on public roads.
Engine manual
The engine manufacturer is responsible for all engine-
related issues with regards to performance, power rating,
specifications, warranty and service. Please refer to the
Engine Manufacturer owner/operator manual, packed
separately with your unit, for more information.

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GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Understanding your log splitter
Read this manual and labels affixed to the machine to understand its limitations and
potential hazards.
Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and their proper operation. Know how to stop the
machine and disengage the controls quickly.
Make sure to read and understand all the instructions and safety precautions as outlined
in the Engine Manufacturers manual packed separately with your unit. Do not attempt to
operate the machine until you fully understand how to properly operate and maintain the
engine and how to avoid accidental injuries and/or property damage.
If the unit is to be used by someone other than original purchaser or loaned, rented, or
sold, always provide this manual and any needed safety training before operation. The user
can prevent and is responsible for accidents or injuries that may occur to themselves, other
people, and property.
Do not force the machine. Use the correct machine for your application. The correct machine
will do the job more efficiently and safer at the rate it was designed.
Personal safety
This log splitter is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been
given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for
their safety.
Do not permit children to operate this machine at any time.
Keep children, pets, and other people not using the unit away from the work area. Be alert
and shut off unit if anyone enters work area. Keep children under the watchful care of a
responsible adult.
Do not operate the machine while under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or any medication
that could affect your ability to use it properly.
Dress properly. Wear heavy long pants, safety boots, and gloves. Do not operate the
machine while barefoot or when wearing sandals or similar lightweight footwear. Wear
protective footwear that will protect your feet and improve your footing on slippery surfaces.
Safety toe cap boots in accordance with AS/NZS 2210.3. Keep proper footing and balance
at all times. Do not wear loose clothing, short pants, or jewellery of any kind. Secure long
hair so it is above shoulder level. Keep your hair, clothing, and gloves away from moving
parts. Loose clothes, jewellery, or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
Protect eyes, face, and head from objects that may be thrown from the unit. Always wear
safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields when operating.
Wear appropriate hearing protection.
Always keep hands and feet away from all moving parts during operation. Moving parts can
cut or crush body parts.
Always keep hands and feet away from all pinch points.
Do not touch parts that might be hot from operation. Allow parts to cool before attempting
to maintain, adjust, or service.
Stay alert, watch what you are doing, and use common sense when operating the machine.
Do not overreach. This enables better control of the machine in unexpected situations.

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GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS (cont.)
Inspect your log splitter
Check your machine before starting it. Keep guards in place and in working order. Make sure
all nuts, bolts, etc., are securely tightened.
Never operate the machine when it is in need of repair or is in poor mechanical condition.
Replace damaged, missing, or failed parts before using it. Check for fuel leaks. Keep the
machine in safe working condition.
Do not use the machine if the engine switch does not turn it on or off. Any petrol powered
machine that cannot be controlled with the engine switch is dangerous and must be
replaced.
Regularly check to see that keys and adjusting wrenches are removed from the machine area
before starting it. A wrench or a key that is left attached to moving part of the machine may
result in personal injury.
Avoid accidental starting. Be sure the engine is switch is off before transporting the
machine or performing any maintenance or service on the unit. Transporting or performing
maintenance or service on a machine with its switch on invites accidents.
If the machine should start to vibrate abnormally, stop the engine and check immediately for
the cause. Vibration is generally a warning sign of trouble.
Do not tamper with the engine to run it at excessive speeds. The maximum engine speed is
preset by the manufacturer and is within safety limits. See engine manual.
Keep a Class B fire extinguisher on hand when operating this log splitter in dry areas as a
precautionary measure.
Fuel safety
Fuel is highly flammable, and its vapours can explode if ignited. Take precautions when
using to reduce the chance of serious personal injury.
When refilling or draining the fuel tank, use an approved fuel storage container while in a
clean, well-ventilated outdoor area. Do not smoke, or allow sparks, open flames, or other
sources of ignition near the area while adding fuel or operating the unit. Never fill the fuel
tank indoors.
Keep grounded conductive objects, such as tools, away from exposed, live electrical parts
and connections to avoid sparking or arcing. These events could ignite fumes or vapours.
Always stop the engine and allow it to cool before filling the fuel tank. Never remove the
cap of the fuel tank or add fuel while the engine is running or when the engine is hot. Do not
operate the machine with known leaks in the fuel system.
Loosen the fuel tank cap slowly to relieve any pressure in the tank.
Never overfill the fuel tank. Fill the tank to no more than 12mm below the bottom of the filler
neck to provide space for expansion as the heat of the engine can cause fuel to expand.
Replace all fuel tank and container caps securely and wipe up spilled fuel. Never operate the
unit without the fuel cap securely in place.
Avoid creating a source of ignition for spilled fuel. If fuel is spilled, do not attempt to start
the engine but move the machine away from the area of spillage and avoid creating any
source of ignition until fuel vapours have dissipated.
When fuel is spilled on yourself or your clothes, wash your skin and change clothes
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GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS (cont.)
Store fuel in containers specifically designed and approved for this purpose.
Store fuel in a cool, well-ventilated area, safely away from sparks, open flames, or other
sources of ignition.
Never store fuel or a machine with fuel in the tank inside a building where fumes may reach a
spark, open flame, or any other source of ignition, such as a water heater, furnace, or clothes
dryer. Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure.
Hydraulic safety system
The hydraulic system of the machine requires careful inspection along with the mechanical
parts. Be sure to replace frayed, kinked, cracked, or otherwise damaged hydraulic hoses or
hydraulic components.
Hydraulic fluid can result in severe burns. Fluid in the hydraulic system can penetrate
skin and result in serious injury or death. Be sure to stop the engine and relieve hydraulic
pressure before doing any work on hydraulic parts.
Keep body and hands away from pin holes or nozzles that expel hydraulic fluid when under
pressure. Use paper or cardboard, not hands, to search for leaks.
Ensure all hydraulic fluid connections are tight and all hydraulic hoses and lines are in good
condition before applying pressure to the system.
Do not remove the cap from the hydraulic tank or reservoir while the machine is running. The
tank could contain hot oil under pressure, which could result in serious injury.
Do not adjust the pressure setting on the hydraulic 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 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.

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PETROL LOG SPLITTER SAFETY WARNINGS
IMPORTANT! When using the equipment, a few safety precautions must be
observed to avoid injuries and damage. Please read the complete operating manual
with due care. Keep this manual in a safe place so that the information is available at
all times. If you give the equipment to any other person, give them these operating
instructions as well.
The manufacturer cannot accept any liability for damage or accidents which arise
due to a failure to follow these instructions and the safety information.
Preparation of the log
Both ends of the log should be cut as square as possible to prevent the log from rotating out
of the splitter during operation.
Never split logs greater than the specified log capacity.
Do not operate the log splitter on icy, wet, muddy, or slippery ground. Only operate your
log splitter on level ground.
IMPORTANT! Operating on a slope could cause the log splitter to roll over or logs
to fall off the equipment, which could result in injury.
Do not move the log splitter over hilly or uneven terrain without a tow vehicle or
adequate help.
Keep the work area free of clutter. Remove split wood from around the log splitter
immediately after each use to avoid potential tripping.
OPERATOR ZONE
−This unit is designed to be operated by one person located in the operator zone as shown
in the following diagrams.
− Operate the unit only when standing in the operator zone.
−Always stop the unit and allow moving parts to stop before leaving operation zone. Do not
leave a running unit unattended.
IMPORTANT! Many accidents occur when more than one person operates the log
splitter.
The adult who loads and stabilizes the log must be the person who operates the
control handle.
HORIZONTAL OPERATING ZONE VERTICAL OPERATING ZONE

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KNOW YOUR PRODUCTPETROL LOG SPLITTER SAFETY WARNINGS (cont.)
Log splitter use and care
Never operate the machine without good visibility or light.
Never attempt to split wood across the grain. The log splitter was not designed for cross
grain splitting.
Always block the front and back of both wheels to prevent unintended movement.
Hold the bark side of the logs when loading or positioning, never the ends. Never place your
hands or any part of your body between a log and any part of the log splitter.
Do not straddle or step over the log splitter during operation.
Do not reach or bend over the log splitter to pick up a log.
Keep hands clear of splitting zone.
Never attempt to split more than one log at a time.
Do not attempt to load your log splitter when the ram or wedge is in motion.
Use your hand to operate the control lever on the valve. Do not use your foot, a rope, or any
extension device.
Do not move the log splitter while the engine is running.
Towing safety
Do not tow the log splitter on public roads.
Before towing the log splitter, check tires for excessive wear, cuts, or damage. Check for
proper tire inflation. Add air as required. Do not over inflate tires. Serious injury can result if
tires explode.
Check before towing to make sure the log splitter is correctly and securely attached to the
towing vehicle and the safety chains are secured to the hitch or bumper of the vehicle with
enough slack to allow turning. Always use a class I, 50mm ball with this log splitter.
Make sure the coupler is tight before towing and after towing 100km.
Never transport cargo on the log splitter.
Never allow anyone to ride or sit on the log splitter.
Always stop the engine, lock the beam in the horizontal position, and close the fuel shut-off
valve when transporting the unit.
Use extra care when towing the log splitter. Do not exceed 30km/h. Towing the log splitter
at a speed greater than 30km/h could result in loss of control, damage to the equipment,
serious injury, or death.
Avoid sharp turns and steep angles. Avoid large holes or ditches when towing the
equipment. Always be careful when backing up with your log splitter when towing; it
could jackknife. Use caution when backing up; a spotter outside the vehicle is highly
recommended. Disconnect the log splitter from the towing vehicle before operating it.