power King PK0322K Instruction Manual
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22TON KINETIC LOG SPLITTER
with ABS (Auto Braking System)
MODEL PK0322K
OWNER’S MANUAL AND OPERATIONS GUIDE
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including
benzene, carbon monoxide, and lead which is known to the State of
California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive
harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
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General Safety Rules
Read this Safety & Operating Instructions manual before using your PowerKing PK0322K
Kinetic Log Splitter. Become familiar with the operation and service recommendations
to ensure the best performance from your machine. If you have any questions or need
assistance, don’t hesitate to give us a call at 1-800-344-3371 or send us an E-mail at
Warning Labels
Your PowerKing PK0322K Kinetic Log Splitter carries warning labels as reminders for
proper and safe use. Below are copies of all the safety and information labels that
appear on your equipment. Take a moment to study and make note of their location on
your log splitter as you set up and before operation of the unit. Replace damaged or
missing safety and information labels immediately.
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Protecting Yourself and Those Around You
This is a high-powered machine, with moving parts operating with a high amount of
energy. You must operate the machine safely. Unsafe operation can create a number of
hazards for you as well as anyone else in the vicinity. Always take the following
precautions when using this machine:
•Keep in mind that the operator is responsible for accidents or hazards occurring
to other people, their property, and themselves
•Always wear protective goggle / safety glasses with side shields while using the
log splitter to protect your eyes from debris
•Avoid wearing loose clothing or jewelry, which can catch on moving parts
•We recommend wearing gloves. Be sure your gloves fit properly and do not have
loose cuffs or drawstrings
•Wear steel toed boots with non-slip treads. Do not use machine while barefoot or
with open toed sandals
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•Wear long pants / jeans
•Keep bystanders at least 50 feet away from your work area at all times. Stop the
engine when another person or pet approaches.
Safety for Children and Pets
Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children and
pets. Children are often attracted to the machine and the operation of the unit. Never
assume that children will remain where you last saw them. Always follow these
precautions.
•Keep children and pets at least 50 feet from the working area and ensure they
are under the watchful care of a responsible adult.
•Be alert and turn the machine off if children or pets enter the work area.
•Never allow children to operate the log splitter.
Safety with Gas Powered Engines
Gasoline is a highly flammable liquid. Gasoline also gives off flammable vapor that can
be easily ignited and cause a fire or explosion. Never overlook the hazards of gasoline.
Always follow these precautions:
•Never run the engine in an enclosed area or without proper ventilation as the
exhaust from the engine contains carbon monoxide, which is an odorless,
tasteless, and a deadly poisonous gas.
•Store all fuel and oil in containers specifically designed and approved for this
purpose and keep away from heat and open flame, and out of reach of children.
•Fill the gasoline tank outdoors with the engine off and allow the engine to cool
completely. Don’t handle gasoline if you or anyone nearby is smoking, or if you’re
near anything that could cause it to ignite or explode. Reinstall the fuel tank cap
and fuel container cap securely.
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•If you spill gasoline, do not attempt to start the engine. Move the machine away
from the area of the spill and avoid creating any source of ignition until the gas
vapors have dissipated. Wipe up any spilled fuel to prevent a fire hazard and
properly dispose of the waste.
•Allow the engine to cool completely before storing in any enclosure. Never store
a machine that has gas in the tank, or a fuel container, near an open flame or
spark such as a water heater, space heater, clothes dryer, or furnace.
•Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine running. Shut down the
engine, disconnect the spark plug wire, keeping it away from the spark plug to
prevent accidental starting, wait 5 minutes before making adjustments or repairs.
•Never tamper with the engine’s governor setting. The governor controls the
maximum safe operation speed and protects the engine. Over revving the engine
is dangerous and will cause damage to the engine and to the other moving parts
of the machine. The engine’s governor setting has been preset by the factory.
•Keep combustible substances away from the engine when it is hot.
•Never cover the machine while the muffler is still hot.
•Do not operate the engine with the air cleaner or the carburetor air intake cover
removed. Removal of such parts could create a fire hazard. Do not use flammable
solutions to clean the air filter.
•The muffler and engine become very hot and can cause severe burns. DO NOT
TOUCH!
A Note to all Users
No list of warnings and cautions can be all-inclusive. If situations occur that are not
covered by this manual, the operator must apply common sense and operate the kinetic
log splitter in a safe manner.
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Mechanical Specifications
Model
PK0322K
Engine
4.5HP Kohler engine
Max splitting force
22Ton
Max splitting length
20.5in
Max splitting dia.
15.7in
Cycle time
2 Seconds
Splitter weight
322lbs
ABS Torque Spec
5-6 ft lbs
Important
The diameter listed is indicative of the maximum suggested sized. A small log can be
difficult to split when it contains knots or a particularly tough fiber. On the other hand, it
may not be difficult to split logs with regular fibers even if its diameter exceeds the
maximum indicated above.
Log Splitter Operation
All logs should be no longer than 20.5 inches.
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•Do not place your hands on the ends of the log when loading the log splitter. This
is a very UNSAFE method and could result in injury to your hands.
•Do not reach or step across the beam while the log splitter is running. This is a
very UNSAFE method which could cause personal injury or even death.
•Never attempt to split wood across the grain. The log splitter was not designed
for cross-grain splitting. Doing so could damage the log splitter and may cause
personal injury.
•Make sure both ends of the log you are splitting are cut as square as possible this
will prevent the log from sliding out of position while under pressure.
The kinetic log splitter operates differently than a hydraulic splitter. Not operating the
machine properly will result in damage to the machine. Always follow these notices:
•A rapid movement of the engagement handle is necessary for the rack and pinion
to engage and disengage fully without damage.
•The engagement handle should never be stopped in any location between the
fully forward or fully backward positions.
•Do not hold the handle in the forward position when the ram stops moving
forward. Always pull the engagement handle rapidly back (Auto-Retract) position
as soon as the log is split or when the ram is at the end of the stroke or when the
ram stops moving forward due to a tough log.
Procedure
1. Place the log on the log splitter. Grasp the log on the sides near the middle of the
block. Center the log, side to side, on the rail of the log splitter making sure that
one end is against the splitting wedge.
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2. With one hand, actuate and hold the safety lever towards you, then rapidly
actuate the engagement handle fully towards the engine until it contacts the
hard stop and release.
3. Keep hand clear of engagement handle as auto-retract will spring handle back
after the split cycle.
4. Release safety lever.
Splitting Tough Logs
If the ram stops before the end of the stroke while splitting a tough log, quickly actuate
the engagement handle back to the Auto-Retract position. Let the ram return and allow
the flywheels to gain momentum for another full power split.
Maintenance
Regular maintenance is the way to ensure the best performance and long life of your
machine. Please refer to this manual for proper maintenance procedures.
Before performing any maintenance procedure or inspection, stop the motor, unplug
the power cord and wait 5 minutes to allow all parts to cool. Disconnect the spark plug
wire to prevent accidental startup.
Maintenance Checklist
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Before each use
Every 5 hours
Every 25 hours
Every 100 hours
C
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engine oil level
Δ
Check general equipment
Δ
Grease surface of slide
rail
Δ
Grease bearings
Δ
Check belts
Δ
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k and pinion
Δ
Clean engine exterior
and cooling
Δ
Change engine oil
First time 5hours
Δ
Replace air filter
Δ
Replace spark plug
Δ
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Engine Service
Refer to the engine manufacturer’s user manual for engine maintenance.
Lubrication
We recommend 1 pump of lithium grease in each pillar bearing before each use.
Greasing the Rack and Pinion
The entire rack and pinion should be greased before every use.
ABS Torque Spec
Check Torque Spec of ABS System bolts on the flywheel brake disc. Make sure they are
set to 5-6ft lbs.
Troubleshooting
SYMPTOM
POSSIBLE CAUSE
The engine won’t start.
(Please refer to the
engine user manual
for engine-specific
procedures.)
Is the ignition switch in the “ON” position?
Is the fuel shut-off valve on?
Are you using fresh, clean gas? If the gas is old, change it. Use
a fuel stabilizer if you keep gas longer than 30 days.
Is the spark plug clean? If the spark plug is dirty or cracked, change it. If it’s
oily, leave it out, hold a rag over the plug hole and pull the recoil cord several
times to blow out any oil in the cylinder, then wipe off the plug and reinsert it.
The engine lacks power
or is not running
smoothly.
(Please refer to the
engine user manual
for engine-specific
procedures.)
Check that the Throttle Lever is in the “Run” position.
Is the air filter clean? If it’s dirty, change it following the procedure in the engine
manufacturer’s owner’s manual.
Is the spark plug clean? If it’s fouled or cracked, change it. If it’s oily, leave it
out, hold a rag over the plug hole and pull your recoil cord several times to
blow out any oil in the cylinder, then wipe off the plug and reinsert it.
Are you using fresh, clean unleaded gas? If it’s old, change it. Use a fuel
stabilizer if you keep gas longer than 30 days.
Does your engine have the right amount of clean oil? If it’s dirty, change it
following the procedure in the engine manufacturer’s owner’s manual.
Check the oil level and adjust as needed.
Engine smokes.
(Please refer to the
engine user manual
for engine-specific
procedures.)
Check the oil level and adjust as needed.
Check the air filter and clean or replace if needed.
You may be using the wrong oil—too light for the temperature. Refer to your
Engine Owner’s Manual for detailed information.
Clean the cooling fins if they’re dirty.
Rack catching on tail
tube (at end of stroke).
Adjust carriage hold downs (slide guides).
Check for wood chips or debris between ram bushing plate and beam.
Check rack lift bearing for alignment or damage.
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Rack returning very slow
or not going all the way
back.
Return spring is unhooked or damaged. Reconnect or replace as needed.
Machine wedge end too low. Must be almost level or wedge end slightly higher.
Operator Lever
Snapping out of gear or
not staying in gear.
Lever not all the way forward when rack comes under full load.
Push lever quicker and more forcefully into the full forward position.
Ram has been overloaded at lower part of face. Check rack gear for
straightness.
Rack slamming back too
fast.
Wedge end of machine too high. Must be almost level with ram
end or just slightly higher.
Springs not operating properly. Fix or replace as needed.
Machine does not seem
to have full splitting power.
The belts may be too loose and slipping. Adjust or replace belts as
needed.
Check Torque Specs of ABS system bolts. 5-6ft lbs.
Operator Lever not
engaging rack with
pinion gear.
Clean wood chips or other debris from under rack.
Clean accumulated dirt from frame where carriage assembly rests
against rubber bumpers.
Assembly
Step 1
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Parts List
No.
Description
Qty
No.
Description
Qty
1
Body
1
35
Washerφ14
2
2
Table
1
36
Sleeve
1
3
Hex Bolt M6x30
4
37
Roller
1
4
Flat washerφ8
9
38
Key 8x7
2
5
Damping block
2
39
Safety tension spring
1
6
Gear shaft
1
40
Cross recessed pan head bolt M6x10
1
7
Bearing housing
2
41
Operating handle
1
8
Washerφ10
37
42
Operating pressure block
1
9
Spring washer M10
16
43
Safety handle
1
10
Hex Bolt M10x25
9
44
Hex Bolt M4x140
1
11
Flywheel
1
45
Hex Bolt M12x60
1
12
Flywheel cover
1
46
Hex Bolt M10x75
1
13
Hex Bolt M6x12
3
47
Safety block
1
14
Hex Bolt M10x30
10
48
Engine
1
15
Washerφ6 Big
5
49
Engine seat
2
16
Hexagon socket head bolt M6x10
5
50
Engine tailstock
1
17
Hex Bolt M12x45
6
51
Wheel cover fixing plate
1
18
Washerφ12
14
52
Hex Bolt M6x16
2
19
Return spring
1
53
Return spring
2
20
Non-metallic insert locking nut M12
11
54
Safety Cover
1
21
Hexagon nut M10
1
55
Pulley cover
1
22
Rack
1
56
Hex Bolt M8x25
7
23
Reset seat
1
57
Washerφ8x30x3
3
24
Washerφ8
6
58
Pulley
1
25
Non-metallic insert locking nut M8
2
59
Engine pulley
1
26
Hex Bolt M12x70
1
60
Hex Bolt M10x25
6
27
Spring washer M8
6
61
Seat
2
28
Hex Bolt M10x70
1
62
Tow pole
1
29
Bearing 609-2Z
2
63
Hex Bolt M10x80
1
30
Non-metallic insert locking nut M10
19
64
Non-metallic insert locking nut M6
4
31
Propeller
1
65
Pin
1
15
32
Track liner
2
66
Support leg
1
33
Track plate
2
67
Hex Bolt M12x75
3
34
Non-metallic insert locking nut M14
1
68
Chain
2
69
Chain Cufflinks
2
70
Trailer cover
1
71
Wheel carrier
1
72
Hex Bolt M12x16
2
73
Hex Bolt M10x90
2
74
Side roller seat
2
75
Side roller
2
76
Hex Bolt M8x16
4
77
Triangle belt
2
78
Cotter pin
2
79
Wheel
2
80
Washer M24
2
81
Slotted nut M24
2
82
Wheel cover
2
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WARRANTY POLICY
Thank you for choosing QV TOOLS Products. We're here to ensure that your experience is
perfect. In some rare instances, you may need some help with a warranty claim.
Please call us at 1-800-344-3371.
Product must be registered to activate the warranty. Warranty registration is
below. Warranty begins from date of purchase.
Engine Warranty
Kohler engines are covered with a 3-year commercial and 3-year residential warranty for
Command Pro series. Parts and Labor are covered as well. Power King engines by Lifan
are covered with a 1-year residential warranty. QV Power 3pt 40hp gear box warranty 1-
year. Visit your engine manufacturer for warranty details or visit www.QVTools.com.
Equipment warranty
Manufactures defects of chassis and component parts are covered for 1 year. Only parts
are covered. Shipping cost is not covered.
QV Tools will replace any part that is proven to be defective in material or workmanship.
This warranty is not valid for products or parts affected or damaged by accident, collision,
normal wear, fuel contamination, abuse, neglect, misuse, alteration and/or unsuitable use or
unauthorized parts. Transportation charges to and from service centers, if assigned, is not
covered. Shipping cost of product for repair is not covered. Labor to repair equipment is not
covered. Consumable parts such as brake pads, tires, racks, splines, grinding teeth, blades,
bar blades, etc. are not covered under warranty. Power King has all replacement parts at
value pricing.
Damaged Products
You must take the time to inspect the goods before you sign the delivery receipt from the
carrier. If you sign the delivery receipt without inspecting the shipment. you will be
responsible for filing a freight claim and arranging for a repair or return of the damaged
goods.
Concealed damage claims must be reported immediately.
Suspected Damage
On occasion, the outer carton may look damaged, but the product inside the box is perfectly
fine. If you suspect concealed damage, notate "Possible Freight Damage" on the
delivery receipt while the driver is present. This way, if you discover later that the
product is damaged, the remedy of a freight claim is less of a hassle.
Obvious Damage
Do not sign for damaged products. If your product arrives damaged, please (a) REFUSE
DELIVERY and (b) Call where you purchased the item Immediately so the dealer can
process the appropriate claims and coordinate an exchange for you.
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Defective Products
We encourage you to test your product within 15 days of receipt so we can quickly remedy
any mechanical problems. If you think your product is defective, call QVTools at 1-800-
344-3371. In most cases, it's a simple issue that can be resolved over the phone. We have
expert technicians standing by to help resolve your issue. Please have your model number
and serial number available and your proof of purchase receipt for faster service.
Original Owner Warranty
Warranty is non-transferable and covers the original owner only who purchased from a
QVTOOLS authorized dealer.
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