Swisher LS67528S 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.
LS67528S
Manufacturing quality lawn care equipment since 1945
Safety
Assembly
Operation
Service and Adjustment
Repair Parts
Made In The
USA
Rev. 05-019
IMPORTANT
10013
swisherinc.com

LIMITED ARRANTY
The manufacturer’s warranty to the original consumer purchaser is: This product is free from defects in
materials and workmanship for a period of two (2) years from the date of purchase y the original
consumer purchaser. We will repair or replace, at our discretion, parts found to e defective due to
materials or workmanship. This warranty is su ject to the following limitations and exclusions:
1) Engine arranty All engines utilized on our products have a separate warranty extended to
them y the individual engine manufacturer. Any engine service difficulty is
the responsi ility of the engine manufacturer and in no way is Swisher
Mower Co., Inc. or its agents responsi le for the engine warranty. The
Briggs & Stratton Engine Service Hot-Line is 1-800-233-3723. The
Tecumseh Engine Service Hot-Line is 1-800-558-5402.
2) Commercial Use The warranty period for any product used for commercial or rental is limited
to ninety (90) days from the date of original purchase.
3) Limitations This warranty applies only to products which have een properly assem led,
adjusted, and operated in accordance with the instructions contained within
this manual. This warranty does not apply to any product of Swisher Mower
Co., Inc., that has een su ject to alteration, misuse, a use, improper
assem ly or installation, shipping damage, or to normal wear of the product.
4) Exclusions Excluded from this warranty are normal wear, normal adjustments, and
normal maintenance. The pump, valve and cylinder each carry separate
manufacture’s warranties. The valve and cylinder oth carry a one (1) year
limited warranty. The pump carries a two (2) year limited warranty.
In the event you have a claim under this warranty, you must return the product to an authorized servi
ce
dealer. All transportation charges, damage, or loss incurred during transportation of parts su mitted for
replacement or repair under this warranty shall e orne y the purchaser. Should you have any questions
concerning this warranty, please contact us toll-free at 1-800-222-
8183. The model num er, serial num er,
date of purchase, and the name of the authorized Swisher dealer from whom you purchased the mower will
e needed efore any warranty claim can e processed.
THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY TO
ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES
AND ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES ARE LIMITED TO THE SAME TIME PERIODS STATED
HEREIN FOR ALL EXPRESSED WARRANTIES. Some states do not allow the limitation of
consequential damages or limitations on how long an implied war
ranty may last, so the a ove limitations
or exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other
rights, which vary from state-to-state. This is a limited warranty as defined y the Magnuson-
Moss Act of
1975.
Please fill out the serial num ers and model num ers for oth the engine and the log splitter on the ack
page of this manual.
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
ARNING: The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the state of
California to cause cancer, irth defects or other reproductive harm.
DANGER: Your log splitter was uilt to e operated according 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.
• Read the manual. Learn to operate this equipment in a safe manner.
• Do not under any circumstances alter this log splitter. This equipment was designed and
engineered in accordance with operating instructions. Altering this equipment, or using
this equipment in such a way as to circumvent its design capa ilities and capacities, could
result in serious injury or fatality and WILL VOID THE WARRANTY.
• Allow only responsi le adults who have read this manual to operate this machine. Never
allow children to operate this machine.
• Never use splitter for any other purpose than splitting wood. 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 load and operate the log splitter. Keep all others, including
pets and children, a minimum of 20 feet away from your work area. More accidents
occur when more than one person operates the log splitter than any other time.
• Always disconnect the spark plug wire and place the wire where it cannot contact the
spark plug, to prevent accidental starting the engine when setting up, transporting,
adjusting or repairing.
• Always wear protective gear such as safety goggles, protective hearing device, steel-toed
shoes, and tight-fitting gloves without drawstrings or loose cuffs.
• Never wear loose clothing or jewelry that can e caught y moving parts of the splitter
and pull you into it. Keep hair away from moving parts.
• Familiarize yourself with all of the controls in a safe environment efore starting to work
with this machine.
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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Fluid escaping from a very small hole can e almost invisi le. Do not check for leaks with your
hand. Escaping fluid under pressure can have sufficient force to penetrate skin, causing serious
personal injury. Leaks can e located y passing a piece of
card oard or wood over the suspected
leak and looking for discoloration.
IF injured by escaping fluid, see a doctor at once. Serious
infection or reaction can develop if proper medical treatment is not administered
immediately.
• Split only one log at a time. Never attempt to split two logs on top of each other.
• Do not straddle or reach across the splitting area while operating the splitter.
• Do not step over splitter when the engine is running. You may trip or accidentally
activate the splitting wedge. Walk around to get to the other side.
•
Never place hands or feet etween log and splitting wedge or etween log and ram during
forward or reverse stroke.
• Never attempt to load splitter while splitting wedge is in motion. When loading log
splitter, place hands on the sides of the log, not the ends.
• Only use your hands to operate the control lever. Never use foot, knee, rope or any
extension device.
• Always keep fingers clear of splits that open in log during splitter operation.
• When splitter is in the return mode, keep hands off the machine.
• Only operate splitter on level ground, not on the side of a hill. It could tip, or rolling
logs, poor footing, etc. could cause an accident.
• Never operate or allow someone to operate this equipment while under the influence of
alcohol or drugs.
• Always lock the wheels to prevent movement while using splitter.
• Never operate your splitter on wet, muddy, or icy surfaces. Safe footing is essential in
preventing accidents.
• Never operate your splitter while it is attached to the tow vehicle.
• Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine running.
• Never attempt to split woods across the grain. Some types of wood may urst or fly out
of your splitter and result in injury.
• Both ends of the log should e cut as squarely as possi le to prevent the log from sliding
out of the splitter during operation. Log length should e kept to 24” or less.

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TO ING SAFETY
• Do not allow persons to ride on splitter. Do not carry any cargo or wood on your
splitter. It may fall off and endanger vehicles that are following you.
• Be sure jack stand is in the travel position and coupling secure. This must also e
retracted so not to interfere while towing. Retract kickstand y removing pin,
rotating up, and replacing pin.
• Never exceed 45 MPH while towing your splitter. Be extra cautious when
traveling over rough terrain, especially over railroad tracks.
• Always e careful while acking your splitter. You could jackknife your log
splitter if not careful.
• Before using splitter, disconnect it from tow vehicle. A log could easily e
pushed forward into the vehicle.
• See tire and wheel specifications for PSI while towing.
•
Be aware of the extra length of splitter while turning, parking, crossing
intersections, and in all driving situations.
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OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
POSI-LOCK COUPLER
ADJUST COUPLER LOCKING PRESSURE ON BALL BEFORE USE. PLACE HANDLE IN LOCKED POSITION WITH BALL IN COUPLER.
TIGHTEN LOCKNUT AGAINST TENSION SPRING SO THAT COUPLER IS NOT LOOSE ON BALL. CORRECT ADJUSTMENT WILL ALLOW
HANDLE TO BE RELEASED WITH MODERATE PRESSURE APPLIED TO HANDLE.
TO OPEN, PULL UP ON COUPLER HANDLE AND ROTATE FORWARD. PLACE COUPLER ON BALL WHEN BALL IS COMPLETELY
NESTED IN BALL SOCKET, ROTATE COUPLER HANDLE BACKWARD UNTIL HANDLE IS IN LOCKED POSITION.
AFTER TOWING FOR 50 MILES, CHECK COUPLER FOR TIGHTNESS ON BALL. ALWAYS CHECK TIGHTNESS BEFORE TOWING. BE
SURE COUPLER HANDLE IS IN LOCKED POSITION.
WARNING:
NEVER EXCEED WEIGHT CAPACITY AND ALWAYS US
E SAFETY CHAINS. ALWAYS USE CORRECT BALL SIZE, MAKING SURE BALL
IS COMPLETELY INSERTED INTO COUPLER. LOCK COUPLER HANDLE SECURELY BEFORE TOWING. ALWAYS CHECK FOR
DAMAGES AND REPLACE IF DAMAGED. AVOID SHARP TURNS AND STEEP VERTICAL ANGLES WHEN TOWING.
OD16 – FUEL SHUT
OFF DECAL
OD07 – COLD EATHER
DECAL
OD12 – HYDRAULIC FILL
PLUG DECAL
OD08 – OPERATOR INSTRUCTION DECAL OD09 – DANGER/POSITION LOCK DECAL
SAFETY DECALS
Replace decals immediately if damaged.

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OPERATION
Intended use: This log splitter is intended and designed to only split wood. NEVER use for any other
purposes. Doing so can cause injury or VOID THE WARRANTY.
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
This log splitter has een partially assem led at the factory. Refer to the drawings and part lists should it
ecome necessary to disassem le the unit for repair or replacement of parts. Inspect all components for
damage.
ARNING: Exercise extreme caution, as parts are very heavy. Sufficient persons or mechanical
handling equipment should e used.
IMPORTANT: This unit is shipped without gasoline or oil in the engine. After assem ly, see separate
Engine Manual for proper fuel and oil recommendations.
1. General Assem ly: Remove top, sides and ends of crate. Place crate panels aside to avoid
puncturing tires. Remove tongue assem ly from top.
2. Carefully set the eam pre-assem ly aside.
3. Attach tongue to tank/mount plates using two olts and nuts. Be certain hardware is secure.
(See
Assem ly Figure 1)
4. Fender Assem ly: Remove fenders from ox. Mount to fender rackets with 5/16 hardware
provided. Make sure fender clears wheel.
5. Remove tank/engine assem ly from ase of crate and discard anding. The cylinder is tied to the
ase. Remove ties and slide cylinder/wedge forward aligning clevis at cylinder end to eam.
Insert pin and retaining clips, check component to assure proper assem ly. Stand eam pre-
assem ly vertical and secure in position. Roll tank/engine assem ly into place, aligning pivot
holes. Bolt with provided hardware. Note: Do not over tighten; this is the vertical/horizontal
pivot point.
6. Pivot eam assem ly into the horizontal position and lock with pin provided.
7. Hose Assem ly: Locate the Pressure Hose, noted y the pipe fittings, and attach it to the lower
fitting on the valve. The remaining hose attaches to the top fitting of the valve. Secure with
provided hose clamp.
8.
Check oth the horizontal and vertical positions for any “kinks” in the hoses. Note: Always make
sure eam is locked securely into place.
See OPERATING POSITIONS for Horizontal to Vertical Splitting
START UP
ARNING: DO NOT START OR RUN THE LOG SPLITTER ITHOUT OIL IN THE
ENGINE AND HYDRAULIC RESERVOIR.
See separate Engine Manual for fuel and oil recommendations. Your log splitter has come equipped with
a fuel shut-off valve for towing purposes.
Before starting engine make sure crankcase is filled correctly with oil and the proper fuel has een used.
The engine will only start when the throttle lever and fuel shut-off valve are turned to their ON positions.
COLD EATHER START UP
The Cold Weather Clutch ena les the engine to e started without having to pull through cold, thickened
hydraulic fluid. Simply pull the handle out and slide into locked position. Start engine, let it warm up,
and release Cold Weather Clutch. After starting, assure that the lever has reengaged.
Assem ly Figure 1
Tank/Mount Plates

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FILLING THE HYDRAULIC RESERVOIR
Fill the hydraulic reservoir with at least five gallons of Dextron III Automatic Transmission fluid or 10W
AW hydraulic fluid. After the hydraulic reservoir and the engine crankcase are filled correctly with their
respective oils, start the engine. Remem er to set the throttle and turn on the fuel shut-off valve. The
hydraulic pump should prime itself. With the engine running, move the hydraulic valve lever toward the
wedge. This will cause the cylinder to extend and expel air. When the cylinder is fully extended, retract
it. Repeat this procedure several times. An erratic movement of the cylinder indicates that there is still
air in the system. More oil should then e added to ring the fluid level up to approximately
1” elow the
fill hole. After adding more oil to fill the tank, cycle the cylinder again until it has a constant speed
indicating that all air has een expelled. Check the oil level in the reservoir again. Standard models
require approx. 6.5 gallons of hydraulic fluid.
NOTE: If the tank is overfilled, it will tend to expel oil from the reather cap when the cylinder is
retracted.
TO ING
This unit should not e towed on any street, highway, or pu lic road without checking the existing
federal, local, and state laws. Any licensing or modifications such as taillights, etc., need to comply with
existing federal, local, or state vehicle requirements is the sole responsi ility of the purchaser. O ey all
regulations when towing on pu lic roads and highways. See also TO ING SAFETY.
Be sure you are using the correct all hitch size for the hitch coupler on the log splitter (2” all). Be sure
safety chains are properly connected. Leave enough slack in chains for turning. See TO ING
SAFETY to read warnings a out coupling.
Make sure eam attachment is locked in the horizontal position. NEVER tow splitter in the vertical
position.
Turn the fuel shut-off valve OFF to prevent flooding of the engine while traveling.
TO ING AT NIGHT
The requirements for taillights are ased on States regulations. Some states allow towing at night as long
as the towed equipment does not visi ly impair the tow vehicle taillights. This is ased on
a state, to state
requirements. The customer is responsi le for meeting the states requirements. A Taillight Kit
Accessory (Part No.7420) is availa le and recommended for night driving.
If a “Statement of Origin” is required in your state, see your local dealer to receive one.
OPERATION
1. Set up the log splitter in a clear, level area and lock the wheels. The suction port on the tank
should always e on the lower side of the log splitter.
2. Place a log on the eam, against the foot plate. Make sure the log is securely on the foot plate
and up against the eam.
3. Depress the valve lever s
o that the cylinder will drive the wedge into the log. Extend the cylinder
until the log splits or to the end of its stroke. If the log has not completely split after the cylinder
has reached the end of its extension, retract the cylinder. NOTE:
Leaving the valve in the “actuate” position at the end of the stroke may damage the pump.
OPERATING POSITIONS
WARNING: THE LOG SPLITTER BEAM IS HEAVY AND CAN PINCH HANDS/FINGERS IF
CARE IS NOT TAKEN.

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STANDARD HORIZONTAL TO VERTICAL
The Standard Splitter has 2 operating positions: Horizontal, Vertical.
Remove pin from elow eam. Do not remove olt and nut. Rotate eam into vertical position and pin
so eam cannot fall into horizontal position.
DO NOT TO IN VERTICAL POSITION!
IMPORTANT:
When operating splitter in wooded areas, o tain a spark arrestor for the exhaust system.
See your local engine dealer.
When preparing logs, cut ends as square as possi le. The maximum length of any logs should e only
24”.
MAINTENANCE & STORAGE
ARNING: Disconnect spark plug efore performing any maintenance or making adjustments.
RESERVOIR FLUID
Check the hydraulic fluid level in the reservoir tank efore each use. Operating without an
adequate oil supply will cause severe damage to the pump. Change the hydraulic fluid in the
reservoir per manufacturers recommendations.
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 log
splitter at approved recycling centers.
Should it ecome necessary to loosen or remove any hydraulic fitting or line, e sure to remove
all pressure y shutting off the engine and moving the control handle ack and forth several
times.
NEVER remove the cap from the hydraulic tank or reservoir while your unit is running.
Hot oil under pressure will cause injury.
Always store gasoline in an approved, tightly sealed container. Store container in a dry, cool
place. Keep fuel away from gas appliances where fumes could contact open flame, pilot lights or
sparks.
Do not operate your splitter in poor mechanical condition or when needing repair. Repair and
replace worn or roken parts immediately.
Periodically tighten nuts, olts, and hydraulic fittings.
The hydraulic system of your log splitter requires careful inspection, along with the mechanical
parts. Be sure to replace frayed, kinked, or otherwise damaged hydraulic components.
The pressure relief valve on the splitter is preset at the factory. Do not adjust valve. Only a
qualified service technician should perform this adjustment.
If the wedge ecomes dull or nicked, it can e removed and sharpened. The wedge is heavy and
may still have sharp edges, wear gloves while handling the wedge.
REPAIR PARTS
Your Swisher Log Splitter has een produced with components designed specifically to this
machine. Although standard springs, hardware, etc. may look similar to parts used on other
machinery, they may in some cases e made of a different construction and/or materials.

1. Separate the components and identify. Note, the left hand light has the clear window
on the bottom. This is for the license plate illumination if needed
2. Un-tie and extend the wiring harness along the splitter. The reen & Brown wire go to
the right hand side as the unit is towed. The Yellow & Brown wire go to the left hand
side.
3. Note: a ground wire (White) is provided to assure proper grounding of the system.
4. Attach the mounting bracket as illustrated. (Page 11)
5. Before installing the lights, run the wires thru the large hole in the mounting plate.
Insert the brown wire in the “Tail” position and the Yellow or reen in the “Turn”
Position
6. Install the lights, right on the right side, left on left. Under one mounting stud install the
Ring terminal with the white wire. This will ground the light directly.
7. Use Wire Ties provided to tie the harness to the fender and splitter as needed
Light Kit Assem ly Instructions
reen &
Brown Wire
Light Right Hand
(485) 10027
Yellow &
Brown Wire
Light Left Hand
(486) 10028
Amber Reflector
Each Side
Part No. 10031

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BEAM DETAIL
ENGINE DETAIL
ITEM # DESCRIPTION PART #
33 6.75 HP BRI S AND STRATTON EN INE N/A
34 5/16-18 X 2 1/2 R5 BOLT NB138
35 5/16-18 2-WAY LOCK NUT NB558
36 5/16-18 X 1 1/4 R5 BOLT NB504
37 KEYSTOCK 9030
38 SET SCREW W/ NYLOCK NB312
39 EN INE PULLEY 7323
40 BELLEVILLE WASHER 699
41 3/8-24 X 1 BOLT W/ NYLOCK NB238N
ITEM # DESCRIPTION PART #
1 CLIP PIN NB642
2 STEEL PIN 7293
3 HYDRAULIC FITTIN 7291
4 STATIONARY LINE ASSEMBLY 7288
5 RAM CYLINDER 7354
6 1/2-13 X 3 R5 BOLT NB131
7 SPLITTIN WED E 7233
8 1/2-13 X 2 1/2 R5 CARRIA E BOLT NB643
9 RETURN LINE FITTIN 7329
10 1/2-13 JAM 2-WAY LOCK NUT NB121
11 2-WAY PIPE NIPPLE 7292
12 MASTER CHAIN LINK 7424
13 COTTER PIN NB597
14 VALVE INLET FITTIN 7387
15 VALVE CONTROL W/ LEVER 7287
16 BEAM WELDMENT 7624
17 1/4 X 1 CLEVIS PIN NB522
18 1/2-13 NUT NB213Z
19 VALVE LEVER & RIP 7423/7425
20 THIN IB PLATE 7388
21 THICK IB PLATE 7237
22 BOTTOM IB PLATE 7333
23 LOCK WASHER NB508
24 WASHER NB555
25 STRIPPER BRACKET 7448
26 STRIPPER SPACER (1 Required) 7449
27 STRIPPER WELDMENT 7444
28 SPLITTER TABLE 7621
29 5/16-18 ZP 2 WAY LOCK NUT NB558
30 5/16-18 X 3/4 HCC R2 ZP BOLT NB143
31 3/8-16 X 5 1/2 R5 ZP NB575
32 3/8-16 NYLOC NUT NB182
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