Swisher LS422X User manual

Read and follow all Safety
Precautions and Instructions
before operating this
equipment.
LOG
SPLITTER
O NER’S
MANUAL
1602 CORPORATE DRIVE, ARRENSBURG, MISSOURI 64093 PHONE [phone]
FAX [phone]
MODEL NO.
LS422X
STARTING SERIAL #:
L206-010001
Manufacturing quality lawn care equipment since 1945
Safety
Assembly
Operation
Service and Adjustment
Repair Parts
Made In The
USA
IMPORTANT
swisherinc.com
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Rev. 06-010

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In the event you have a claim un er this warranty, you must return the pro uct to an authorize service ealer.
All transportation charges, amage, or loss incurre uring transportation of parts submitte for replacement or
repair un er this warranty shall be borne by the purchaser. Shoul you have any questions concerning this
warranty, please contact us toll-free at 1-800-222-8183. The mo el number, serial number, ate of purchase,
an the name of the authorize Swisher ealer from whom you purchase the splitter will be nee e before any
warranty claim can be processe .
THIS ARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY TO ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES AND ANY IMPLIED ARRANTIES ARE LIMITED TO THE SAME TIME PERIODS
STATED HEREIN FOR ALL EXPRESSED ARRANTIES. Some states o not allow the limitation of
consequential amages or limitations on how long an implie warranty may last, so the above limitations or
exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights an you may have other rights,
which vary from state-to-state. This is a limite warranty as efine by the Magnuson-Moss Act of 1975.
LIMITED ARRANTY
The manufacturer’s warranty to the original consumer purchaser is: This pro uct is free from efects in
materials an workmanship for a perio of ONE (1) year from the ate of purchase by the original consumer
purchaser. We will repair or replace, at our iscretion, parts foun to be efective ue to materials or
workmanship. This warranty is subject to the following limitations an exclusions:
TABLE OF CONTENTS
WARRANTY………………....….2
SAFETY PERCAUTIONS………3-4
TOWING..….……..……………..5
OPERATION……………………5-8
MAINTENANCE.…………………….7-8
DECALS…..………….……………….9
PARTS BREAKDOWN………………10-13
SPECIFICATIONS..…………………..15
1) Engine Warranty All engines utilize on our pro ucts have a separate warranty exten e
to them by the in ivi ual engine manufacturer. Any engine service
ifficulty is the responsibility of the engine manufacturer an in no
way is Swisher Mower Co., Inc. or its agents responsible for the engine
warranty. The Briggs & Stratton Engine Service Hot-Line is 1-800-
233-3723.
2) Commercial Use The warranty perio for any pro uct use for commercial or rental is
limite to ninety (90) ays from the ate of original purchase.
3) Limitation This warranty applies only to pro ucts which have been properly
assemble , a juste , an operate in accor ance with the instructions
containe within this manual. This warranty oes not apply to any
pro uct of Swisher Mower Co., Inc., that has been subject to alteration,
misuse, abuse, improper assembly or installation, shipping amage, or
to normal wear of pro uct.
4) Exclusions Exclu e from this warranty are normal wear, normal a justments, an
normal maintenance. The pump, valve, an cylin er each carry separate
manufacture’s warranties. The valve an cylin er both carry a one (1) year
limite warranty. The pump carries a two (2) year limite warranty.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
ARNING: The engine exhaust from this pro uct contains chemicals known to the state of California
to cause cancer, birth efects or other repro uctive harm.
DANGER: Your log splitter was built to be operate accor ing to the rules for safe operation in this
manual. As with any type of power equipment, carelessness or error on the part of the operator can result
in serious injury. If you violate any of these rules, you may cause serious injury to yourself or others.
• Rea an un erstan the manual. Learn to operate this equipment in a safe manner. Familiarize
yourself with all of the controls in a safe environment before starting to work with this machine.
• DO NOT un er any circumstances alter this log splitter. This equipment was esigne an
engineere in accor ance with operating instructions. Altering this equipment, or using this
equipment in such a way as to circumvent its esign capabilities an capacities, coul result in
serious injury or fatality an WILL VOID THE WARRANTY.
• Allow ONLY responsible a ults who have rea this manual to operate this machine. NEVER
allow chil ren to operate this machine.
• NEVER operate or allow someone to operate this equipment while un er the influence of
alcohol, rugs or me ication. Being coherent is essential for safety.
• ALWAYS use out oors with a equate ventilation. DON’T run the engine in an enclose area.
Exhaust gases contain carbon monoxi e. This o orless gas can be ea ly when inhale .
• NEVER use splitter for any other purpose than splitting woo . Any other use can result in
injury. Your splitter is a precision piece of power equipment, not a toy. Therefore, exercise
extreme caution at all times.
• ONLY a single operator is to loa an operate the log splitter. KEEP all others, inclu ing pets
an chil ren, a minimum of 20 feet away from your work area. More acci ents occur when
more than one person operates the log splitter than any other time.
• ALWAYS wear protective gear such as safety goggles, protective hearing evice, steel-toe
shoes, an tight-fitting gloves without rawstrings or loose cuffs.
• NEVER wear loose clothing or jewelry that can be caught by moving parts of the splitter an
pull you into it. Keep hair away from moving parts.
• NEVER operate your splitter on wet, mu y, or icy surfaces. KEEP work area clean of split
woo . Safe footing is essential in preventing acci ents.
• ONLY operate splitter on level groun with wheels blocke , not on the si e of a hill. It coul
tip, or rolling logs, poor footing, etc. coul cause an acci ent.
This Safety Alert Symbol indicates important messages in this manual.
hen you see this symbol, carefully read the message that follows and be
alert to the possibility of personal injury.
Read this manual completely. This machine can amputate hands, feet, and throw objects.
Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death.
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NEVER operate your splitter near a flame or spark. Hy raulic oil an gasoline are flammable an can
explo e.
• NEVER fill gas tank while the engine is hot or running. Allow the engine to cool before refueling.
• This unit is equippe with an internal combustion engine an shoul not be use on or near any
unimprove forest-covere , brush-covere or grass-covere lan unless the engine’s exhaust system is
equippe with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws (if any). If a spark arrester is use it
shoul be maintaine in effective working or er by the operator.
-NOTE-
In the state of California, the above is require by law (Section 442 of the California Public Resources Co e).
Other states may have similar laws. Fe eral laws apply on fe eral lan s. A spark arrester muffler (optional by
manufacturer) is available at your nearest engine ealer. Check legal requirements in your area.
• ONLY use your han s to operate the control lever. NEVER use foot, knee, rope or any extension evice.
• Split ONLY one log at a time. NEVER attempt to split two logs on top of each other.
• NEVER place han s or feet between log an splitting we ge or between log an ram uring forwar or
reverse stroke. ALWAYS keep fingers clear of splits that open in log uring splitting operation.
• DO NOT stra le or reach across the splitting area while operating the splitter.
• DO NOT step over splitter when the engine is running. You may trip or acci entally activate the splitting
we ge. Walk aroun to get to the other si e.
• NEVER attempt to loa splitter while splitting we ge is in motion. When loa ing log splitter, place han s
on the si es of the log, not the en s.
• NEVER attempt to split woo s across the grain. Woo may burst or fly out of your splitter an result in
serious injury.
• NEVER leave your splitter unatten e with the engine running. Shut off the engine if you are leaving
your splitter, even for a short perio of time. Someone coul acci entally activate the ram an be injure .
• Both en s of the log shoul be cut as squarely as possible to prevent the log from sli ing out of the splitter
uring operation. Log length shoul be kept to 24” or less.
• NEVER operate your splitter while it is attache to the tow vehicle.
• BEFORE towing, be certain that the splitter is securely attache to the towing vehicle an that the support
leg, beam an cylin er are secure in there respective towing positions.
• NEVER allow persons to ri e on splitter. DO NOT carry any cargo or woo on your splitter. It may fall
off an cause an acci ent.
• DO NOT loosen or remove any hy raulic fitting, line or reservoir cap while your splitter or engine is
running.
• Flui escaping from a very small hole can almost be invisible. DO NOT check for leaks with your han .
See maintenance section for instructions. IF injured by escaping fluid, see a doctor at once. Serious
infection or reaction can develop if proper medical treatment is not administered immediately.
• DO NOT operate your splitter in poor mechanical con ition or when it is nee of repair.
• ALWAYS isconnect the spark plug wire an place the wire where it cannot contact the spark plug, to
prevent acci ental starting the engine when setting up, transporting, a justing or repairing.
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ASSEMBLY
This log splitter has been partially assemble at the factory. Refer to the rawings an part lists shoul it become
necessary to isassemble the unit for repair or replacement of parts.
Inspect all components for amage. If you believe you have a amage part please contact customer service
imme iately at 1-800-222-8183.
ARNING:
Exercise extreme caution, as parts are very heavy. Sufficient persons or mechanical han ling
equipment shoul be use .
Refer to uncrating an assembly instructions for assembly proce ures.
OPERATION
INTENDED USE:
This log splitter is inten e an esigne to only split woo . NEVER use for any other
purposes. Doing so can cause injury or VOID THE WARRANTY.
IMPORTANT:
This unit is shippe with oil but without gasoline in the engine. After assembly, see separate
Engine Manual for proper fuel an oil recommen ations.
ARNING: DO NOT START OR RUN THE LOG SPLITTER WITHOUT OIL IN THE ENGINE
AND HYDRAULIC RESERVOIR.
FILLING THE HYDRAULIC RESERVOIR
Fill the hy raulic reservoir with at least 12 Quarts of Dextron III Automatic Transmission flui or 10W AW
hy raulic flui . After the hy raulic reservoir an the engine crankcase are fille correctly with their respective
oils, start the engine. Remember to set the throttle an turn on the fuel shut-off valve. The hy raulic pump
shoul prime itself. With the engine running, move the hy raulic valve lever towar the we ge. This will cause
the cylin er to exten an expel air. When the cylin er is fully exten e , retrac
t it. Repeat this proce ure several
times. (An erratic movement of the cylin er in icates that there is air in the system). Once the cylin er has a
smooth an constant spee in icating that all air has been expelle , a another 4 quarts of oil, this shoul then
bring the flui level up to approximately 3” below the fill hole. This mo el requires approx. 16-17 Quarts of
hy raulic flui .
NOTE:
If the tank is overfille , it will ten to expel oil from the breather cap when the cylin er is retracte .
START UP
ARNING:
DO NOT START OR RUN THE LOG SPLITTER WITHOUT OIL IN THE ENGINE
AND HYDRAULIC RESERVOIR.
See separate Engine Manual for fuel an oil recommen ations. If applicable your log splitter has come equippe
with a fuel shut-off valve for towing purposes.
Before starting engine make sure crankcase is fille correctly with oil an the proper fuel has been use . The
engine will only start when the throttle lever an fuel shut-off valve if applicable are turne to their ON positions.
STARTING INSTRUCTIONS
Briggs & Stratton 4HP Engine
1. Move throttle control to “FAST.”
2. Push primer bulb three (3) times. NOTE: Do not use primer to restart a warm engine after a short
shut own.
3. Grasp rope han le an pull out slowly until resistance it felt. Then pull rapi ly with a full arm stroke.
NOTE: If engine fails to start after three (3) pulls, repeat steps 1 an 2.
4. When Engine starts, leave throttle control at “FAST.” The throttle must be set in the fast position for
maximum performance.
5. To stop engine, move throttle lever to “SLOW” for a few secon s then to “STOP.”
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POSITIONING THE CYLINDER
1. Remove lock pins from the cylin er retention clips an rotate clips own exposing the open slots on the
cylin er retention bracket (reference Figure 2).
2. Sli e the Cylin er forwar until the rear trunnions clear the slots then lift the back si e of the cylin er
until the rear trunnions clear the cylin er retention bracket an sli e cylin er back until the front cylin er
trunnions sli e into the open slots of the cylin er retention bracket (reference arrow in Figure 2).
3. Rotate the cylin er retention clips upwar aroun the cylin er trunnions an lock them in place using the
lock pins. Remove the click pin an optional table from the storage position an insert them in the tube on
the back si e of the we ge. Your Splitter is now in the operating position (reference Figure 3).
4. To re uce the size of you unit for towing an storage reverse the previous three steps (reference Figure 1
for towing an storage position).
ARNING: NEVER OPERATE THE SPLITTER WITH THE CYLINDER IN THE STORED
POSITION AND NEVER TOW THE SPLITTER WITH THE CYLINDER IN THE OPERATING
POSITION!
SPLITTER OPERATION
1. Set up the log splitter in a clear, level area an block the wheels. The suction port on the tank shoul
always be on the lower si e of the log splitter.
2. Place a log on the beam, against the foot plate. Make sure the log is securely on the foot plate an up
against the beam.
3. Depress the valve lever so that the cylin er will rive the push block into the log. Exten the cylin er
until the log splits or to the en of its stroke. If the log has not completely split after the cylin er has
reache the en of its extension, retract the cylin er. NOTE: Leaving the valve in the “actuate” position
at the en of the stroke may amage the pump. Always use extra care when splitting logs with en s that
are not square.
NOTE: To exten the life of the hy raulic cylin er, avoi “BOTTOMING OUT” the cylin er.
Figure 2Figure 1
Figure 3
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TO ING SAFETY
This unit shoul not be towe on any street, highway, or public roa without checking the existing fe eral, local,
an state laws. Any licensing or mo ifications such as taillights, etc., nee to comply with existing fe eral, local,
or state vehicle requirements is the sole responsibility of the purchaser. Obey all regulations when towing on
public roa s an highways. See also
SAFETY PERCAUTIONS.
ARNING: NEVER TOW THE SPLITTER WITH CYLINDER IN THE OPERATING POSITION.
Turn the fuel shut-off valve if applicable OFF to prevent floo ing of the engine while traveling.
Be careful when backing up. You can easily jack-knife your splitter.
TO ING AT NIGHT
The requirements for taillights are base on States regulations. Some states allow towing at night as
long as the towe equipment oes not visibly impair the tow vehicle taillights. This is base on a state,
to state requirements. The customer is responsible for meeting the states requirements.
If a “Statement of Origin” is required in your state, see your local dealer to receive one.
HYDRAULIC SAFETY
The hy raulic system on your splitter requires careful inspection along with the mechanical parts. Be sure to
replace any fraye , kinke , cracke or otherwise amage hy raulic components. Just because it isn’t leaking
to ay oesn’t mean that it will not fail tomorrow.
Flui escaping from a very small hole can almost be invisible. Do not check for leaks with your han . Escaping
flui un er pressure can have sufficient force to penetrate skin causing serious personal injury or even eath.
Leaks can be etecte by passing a piece of car boar or woo over the suspecte leak an looking for
iscoloration.
IF injured by escaping fluid, see a doctor at once. Serious infection or reaction can
develop if
proper medical treatment is not administered immediately.
Shoul it become necessary to loosen or remove any hy raulic fittings, lines or reservoir cap, be sure to relieve all
pressure by shutting of the engine an moving the control han le back an forth several times.
NEVER remove the cap from the hy raulic tank or reservoir while the unit is running. Hot oil un er pressure
coul result in serious injury. See also SAFETY PERCAUTIONS.
The pressure relief valve on your splitter is preset at the factory. DO NOT a just the valve. Only a qualifie
technician shoul perform this a justment.
MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
ARNING:
DISCONNECT THE SPARK PLUG BEFORE PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE.
Consult the operating an maintenance instructions of the engine manufacturer for engine care.
Always check the oil level of the hy raulic reservoir before operation. Operating without an a equate oil supply
will cause severe amage to the pump.
Perio ically check that all nuts, bolts, screws, clamps an fittings are tight an secure.
To keep your splitter in top working con ition perform all recommen e maintenance proce ures before you use
your splitter.
If the we ge becomes ull or nicke a grin er or sharpening tool can be use to sharpen it.
Completely rain the fuel tank prior to storage. Always store gasoline in an approve , tightly seale container.
Store container in a ry, cool place with a equate ventilation. Keep fuel away from areas where fumes coul
contact open flame, pilot light or sparks.
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Be aware of the environment when disposing of used petroleum products. Please dispose of used hydraulic
fluid, engine oil and any by products from the maintenance of your splitter at approved recycling centers.
Shoul it become necessary to isassemble the unit for repair or replacement of parts, refer to the rawings an parts
list on the following pages. Exercise extreme caution, as some parts are very heavy an will require sufficient
persons or mechanical han ling equipment.
Your Swisher Log Splitter has been pro uce with components esigne specifically to this machine. Although
stan ar springs, har ware an ect may look similar to parts use on other machinery, they may in some cases
be ma e of a ifferent construction an /or materials. All replacement parts must meet manufacturer’s
specifications.
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The operation of any splitter can pro uce foreign objects to be thrown into the
eyes, resulting in severe eye amage. Always wear certifie safety glasses or
wi e-vision safety goggles over spectacles before starting any splitting machine
an while operating such a machine.
The operation of any splitter pro uces soun waves that are amaging to the
human ear. Ear protection is recommen e .

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OD12 – HYDRAULIC FILL PLUG
DECAL
11427 – LS DANGER DECAL
OD33– SPEED DECAL
OD16 – FUEL SHUT OFF DECAL
(NOT ALL MODELS)
OD07 – COLD EATHER DECAL
SAFETY DECALS
Replace ecals imme iately if amage .

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ASSEMBLY DETAIL
LS422X MODELS

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SERVICE PARTS
Please have Mo el an Serial Numbers rea y when or ering parts.
Color cannot be guarantee upon service parts.
ITEM NUMBER DESCRIPTION PART NUMBER
1 54" Return Hose 7290
2 4 " Pressure Hose 72 9
3 #12 Hose Clamp LS5001
4 3/16" Click Pin NB506
5 Table Weldment 11405TK
6 Motor Guard 11396TK
7 3/4" NPT Filler Cap w/Hole 7379
Hydraulic Reservoir/Tank 11367TK
9 3/4" NPTF X 3/4" Hose Barb 11420
10 #16 Hose Clamp LS4999
11 Bolt 3/ -16 X 3/4 Serr Flange NB7 0
12 Nut 3/ -16 Serr Flange NB779
13 Bolt 5/16-1 X 3/4 Serr Flange NB596
14 Nut 5/16-1 Serr Flange NB170
15 20" Suction Hose 7346
16 Hydraulic Pump-LS722 and LS72 LS2001H
17 Pressure Line Fitting 1124
1 Motor Base Weldment 11207TK
19 Tongue Support Weldment 11373TK
20 3/ X 2 1/2 Safety Hitch Pin H11
21 Bolt 3/ -16 X 2 1/2 GR 5 NB619
22 Washer 3/ SAE NB272
23 Nut 3/ -16 Nyloc NB1 2
24 Tongue Weldment 11374TK
25A Leg Support Bracket 1 11372TK
25B Leg Support Bracket 2 11425TK
26 Leg Weldment 11371TK
27 Bolt 3/ -16 X 1 1/2 GR 5 NB107
2 1/ X 1/2 #3 Woodruff Key 024002
29 Pump Pulley 7306
30 5/16-1 X 1/2 Set Screw w/Loctite NB312
31 37" Belt 11399
32
33 Idler Bushing 6037
34 Idler Spacer 6040
35 Idler Arm 6041TK
36 Idler Pulley B527
37 Nut 3/ -16 2-Way Lock NB2 0
3 Clutch Lever 11226TK
39 Handle Grip 2077
40 Clutch Spring 6 2S
41 Bolt 3/ -16 X 5 Turned Eye 11223
42 Tension Strap 11376TK
43 Axle Weldment 11370TK
44 Tire & Wheel F4157WF
45 Washer 3/4ID X 1 1/4OD 10GA NB1 4
46 Cotter Pin 1/ " X 1" NB126

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ITEM NUMBER DESCRIPTION PART NUMBER
1 Beam Weldment 1136 TK
2 Push Weldment 11369TK
3 Push GIB Angle 11375TK
4 Bolt 3/ -16 X 1 Carriage 10503
5 Nut 3/ -16 Nyloc NB1 2
6 Nut 1/2-13 Nyloc Jam NB121
7 1/2-13 X 3 1/2 GR5 ZP NB577
Ram Cylinder 11242TK
9 2-Way Pipe Nipple 7292
10 Hydraulic Fitting 7291
11 Stationary Line Assembly 72 TK
12 Valve Inlet Fitting 73 7
13 Valve Control 72 7TK
14 Return Line Fitting 7329
15 Master Chain Link 7424
16 Valve Control Handle 7423
17 Handle Grip 7425
1 1/4 X 1 Clevis Pin NB522
19 Cotter Pin NB597
20 Cylinder Retention Plate 11393TK
21 3/ " X 1 3/ " Hitch Pin NB632
22 Bolt 5/16-1 X 1 1/4 HCC GR5 NB504
23 Washer 5/16" SAE NB275
24 Latch Pin Bushing 7 39Z
25 Washer 17/32 X 1 1/4 X 16GA NB217
26 Nut 5/16-1 Nyloc Nut NB1 1
27 Washer TR150W
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ENGINE DETAIL
LS422X MODEL
1 Engine N/A
2 Bolt 5/16-1 X 1 1/4 Serr. Flange NB253
3 Nut 5/16-1 Serr. Flange NB170
4 3/16 X 1 Keystock 9030
5 5/16-1 X 1/2 Set Screw w/Loctite NB312
6 Engine Pulley 3" X 7/ " ID 1139
7 Washer Belleville 699
Bolt 3/ -24 X 1 w/Loctite NB23 N
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Models
LS422X
Splitting
Force
22 Tons
Engine
4 HP Briggs and
Stratton Sprint
Splitting
Positions
Horizontal
Cylinder
Size
4" X 24"
Pump
2 Stage with Heavy
Duty Bearings
Pump
Specs
11 Gallons Per
Minute
Valve
Auto Return
Drive
System
Belt Drive with
Clutch for Easy
Starting
Hydraulic
Fluid Cap.
16-17 Quarts
Maximum
Log lengt
25"
Tire Specs
13.00 X 5.00
Metal
Fenders
No
Ball Hitc
No
Unit
Weig t
355 Lbs
SPECIFICATIONS

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O NER’S
MANUAL
MODEL NO.
LS422X
HO TO ORDER
REPAIR PARTS:
LOG SPLITTER
Each Log Splitter has its own serial number. Each engine has
its own serial number. The serial number for the Log Splitter
will be foun on the right han si e of the hy raulic oil
reservoir. The serial number for the engine will be foun on
the top of the blower fan housing.
All Log Splitter parts liste herein may be or ere irectly
from Swisher Mower & Machine Co. Inc., your nearest
Swisher ealer, or from our website.
All engine parts may be or ere from the nearest ealer of the
engine supplie with your log splitter. Parts subject to change
without notice.
WHEN ORDERING PARTS, PLEASE HAVE THE
FOLLOWING INFORMATION AVAILABLE:
* PRODUCT – SWISHER LOG SPLITTER
* SERIAL NUMBER - _______________
* MODEL NUMBER - _______________
* ENGINE MODEL NUMBER - _______________
TYPE - _______________
* PART NUMBER
* PART DESCRIPTION
www.swisherinc.com
TELEPHONE - 1-800-222-8183
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S ISHER MO ER & MACHINE CO. INC.
1602 CORPORATE DRIVE
WARRENSBURG, MO 64093
S ISHER MO ER & MACHINE CO. INC.