Ariens 917011 User Manual
Log Splitter
E10
Owner/Operator Manual
Manuel Du Propriétaire/Utilisateur
917011 – 22-Ton Log S plitter
917012 – 25-Ton Log Splitter
Models
(SN 000101 +)
(SN 000101 +)
The use of any gasoline exceeding 10% ethanol (E10) or
10% MTBE will void the product warranty.
L’utilisation d’une essence contenant plus de 10% d’éthanol
(E10) ou de 10% de MTBE annulent la garantie.
ENGLISH
FRANÇAIS
04581300 2/13
Printed in USA
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Figure 1
1. Unit Model & Serial Number Label
1
SAFETY. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
CONTROLS AND FEATURES . . . . . . . 10
OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE . . . . . . . . 18
STORAGE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
INTRODUCTION
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THE MANUAL
Before operation of unit, carefully and
completely read your manual. The contents
will provide you with an understanding of
safety instructions and controls during normal
operation and maintenance.
TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
SERVICE PARTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
SPECIFICATIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
ACCESSORIES. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
• Record Unit Model and Serial
numbers here.
ENGINE MANUAL
The engine on this unit is covered by a
separate manual specific to the engine. This
manual is included in the literature package
that shipped with the unit. Refer to this
manual for engine service recommendations.
If the engine manual is not available, contact
the engine manufacturer for a replacement
manual.
MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBERS
When ordering replacement parts or making
service inquiries, know the Model and Serial
numbers of your unit.
Numbers are located on the product
registration form in the unit literature
package. They are printed on a serial number
label, located on the frame of your unit near
the engine
(figure 1).
• Record Engine Model and Serial
numbers here.
PRODUCT REGISTRATION
The Ariens dealer must register the product
at the time of purchase. Registering the
product will help the company process
warranty claims or contact you with the latest
service information. All claims meeting
requirements during the limited warranty
period will be honored, whether or not the
product registration card is returned. Keep a
proof of purchase if you do not register your
unit.
Customer Note: If the Dealer does not
register your product, please fill out, sign and
return the product registration card to Ariens
or go to www.ariens.com on the Internet
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UNAUTHORIZED REPLACEMENT
PARTS
Use only Ariens replacement parts. The
replacement of any part on this unit with
anything other than an Ariens authorized
replacement part may adversely affect the
performance, durability, and safety of this unit
and may void the warranty. Ariens disclaims
liability for any claims or damages, whether
warranty, property damage, personal injury or
death arising out of the use of unauthorized
replacement parts.
NOTE: A complete Parts manual may be
downloaded from www.ariens.com on the
Internet
DELIVERY
Customer Note: If you have purchased this
product without complete assembly and
instruction by your retailer, it is your
responsibility to:
• Read and understand all assembly
instructions in this manual. If you do
not understand or have difficulty
following the instructions, contact your
nearest Ariens Dealer for assistance.
NOTE: To locate your nearest Ariens Dealer,
go to www.ariens.com on the Internet.
WARNING: Improper assembly or
adjustments can cause serious
injury.
The descriptions and specifications contained
in this manual were in effect at printing.
Equipment described within this manual may
be optional. Some illustrations may not be
applicable to your unit.
Before Attempting to Operate Your
Unit:
1. Make sure all assembly has been
properly completed.
2. Understand all Safety Precautions
provided in the manuals.
3. Review control functions and operation
of the unit. Do not operate the unit
unless all controls function as described
in this manual.
4. Review recommended lubrication,
maintenance and adjustments.
5. Review Limited Warranty Policy.
6. Fill out a product registration card and
return the card to the Ariens Company or
go to www.ariens.com.
DISCLAIMER
Ariens reserves the right to discontinue,
change, and improve its products at any time
without notice or obligation to the purchaser.
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SAFETY
WARNING: This splitting machine
is capable of crushing or
amputating body parts. Failure to
observe the safety instructions in
the manuals and on decals could
result in serious injury or death.
Tragic accidents can occur if the
operator is not alert to the
presence of children. Never
assume that children will remain
where you last saw them.
Gasoline is extremely flammable
and the vapors are explosive,
handle with care.
Stop engine and allow moving
parts to stop before leaving
operator’s position.
Read these safety rules and follow them
closely. Failure to follow these rules could
lead to loss of control of unit, severe personal
injury or death to you or bystanders or result
in damage to property or the machine.
Safety Alert Symbol
These are safety alert
symbols. They mean:
• ATTENTION!
• YOUR SAFETY IS
INVOLVED!
When you see this symbol:
• BECOME ALERT!
• OBEY THE
MESSAGE!
SIGNAL WORDS
The safety alert symbols above and signal
words below are used on decals and in this
manual.
Read and understand all safety messages.
1. Danger
DANGER: Indicates an
IMMINENTLY HAZARDOUS
SITUATION! If not avoided, WILL
RESULT in death or serious injury.
2. Warning
WARNING: Indicates a
POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS
SITUATION! If not avoided, COULD
RESULT in death or serious injury.
3. Caution
CAUTION: Indicates a
POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS
SITUATION! If not avoided, MAY
RESULT in minor or moderate injury.
It may also be used to alert against
unsafe practices.
4. Notice
NOTICE: Indicates information or procedures
that are considered important but not hazard
related. If not avoided property damage could
result.
5. Important
IMPORTANT: Indicates general reference
information worthy of special attention.
SAFETY DECALS
This splitting machine is capable of crushing
or amputating body parts. Failure to observe
the following safety instructions could result
in serious injury or death.
The safety decals on your machine are visual
reminders of the important safety information
found in this manual. All messages found on
your unit must be fully understood and
carefully followed. Safety decals found on the
machine are explained below.
Always replace missing or damaged safety
decals. Replacement decals can be found in
the parts manual for your machine and
ordered from your dealer.
Refer to Figure 2 for Safety Decal locations.
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1. Safety Decal Identification
08000722
08000723
08000724
08000725
MAX. 45mph (72.42kph)
Figure 2
1
2
3
4
2. Safety Decal Description
1. DANGER!
Operate the log splitter on
level surfaces. Stay off
slopes and slippery
surfaces.
DANGER!
Always wear gloves and
boots.
Keep hands away from
moving parts. Moving parts
can crush or cut.
Read the operator’s
Keep children and others
away from unit while
operating.
Only one person should
operate the log splitter and
load the logs.
manual.
Always wear eye and
hearing protection.
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2. WARNING!
MAX. 45mph (72.42kph)
3. WARNING!
4. CAUTION!
Never place hands or any
part of the body between a
log and any part of the log
splitter.
Hold logs on sides when
loading. Keep hands and
feet away from cylinder,
wedge, and partially split
logs.
Do not split logs against
the grain.
Split logs end to end in the
direction of the grain only.
T o prevent serious injury or
death from escaping
hydraulic fluid:
• ALW A YS keep body
and hands away
from pin holes or
nozzles which eject
hydraulic fluid under
pressure.
Escaping hydraulic fluid
can puncture skin and
cause blood poisoning.
Maximum towing speed of
45 mph (72.4 kph).
No smoking, No sparks, No
flames.
Never fill fuel tank when
engine is running, hot or
unit is indoors.
Never overfill fuel tank.
Replace fuel cap
securely and clean up
spilled fuel.
RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION
This cutting machine is capable of amputating
hands and feet and throwing objects. Failure
to observe the following safety instructions
could result in serious injury or death.
The following safety instructions are based
on recommendations found in ANSI standard
B71.7-2013 (Draft).
Training
Only the user can prevent and is responsible
for accidents or injuries occurring to
themselves, other people or property.
Read the Operator's manual completely
before attempting to use this log splitter.
Do not allow anyone to operate your log
splitter who has not read the Operator's
Manual or has not been instructed on the
safe use of the splitter.
Never allow children or untrained adults to
operate this machine.
Many accidents occur when more than one
(1) person operates the log splitter. If a
helper is assisting in loading logs to be split,
never actuate controls until the helper is
clear of the area.
Never allow anyone to ride on the machine.
Never transport cargo on the log splitter.
High fluid pressures are developed in
hydraulic log splitters. Pressurize hydraulic
fluid escaping through a pin hole opening
can puncture skin and cause severe blood
poisoning. Therefore, the following
instructions should be heeded at all times.
(a) Do not operate the unit with frayed,
kinked, cracked or damaged hoses,
fittings, or tubing.
(b) Stop the engine and relieve
hydraulic system pressure before
changing or adjusting fittings, hoses,
tubing, or other system components.
(c) Do not adjust the pressure settings
of the pump or valve.
(d) Do not check for leaks with your
hand. leaks can be located by passing
cardboard or wood over the suspected
area. Look 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.
Keep the operator zone and adjacent area
clear for safe, secure footing.
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If your log splitter is equipped with an
internal-combustion engine and intended for
use near any unimproved forest, brush, or
grass covered land, the engine exhaust
should be equipped with a spark arrestor.
Make sure you comply with applicable local,
state, and federal codes. Take appropriate
fire-fighting equipment with you.
Log splitters should be used only for splitting
wood. Do not use for other purposes unless
the manufacturer provides attachments and
instructions.
If unit is to be used by someone other than
original purchaser; loaned, rented or sold,
ALWAYS provide this manual and any
needed safety training before operation.
Operation
Before starting this log splitter, review the
"Rules for safe Operation." Failure to follow
these rules may result in serious injury to the
operator or bystanders.
Never leave the machine unattended with
the power source operating.
Never operate the machine when under the
influence of alcohol, drugs, or medication.
The machine owner should instruct all
operators in safe log-splitter operation.
Always operate the log splitter with all safety
equipment in place and all controls properly
adjusted for safe operation.
Always operate the log splitter at
manufacturer's recommended speed.
Always keep hands and feet clear of moving
parts.
When loading a ram-type log splitter, place
your hands on the sides of the log not at the
ends. Never place your hands or any part of
your body between a log and any part of the
log splitter.
On ram-type log splitters, never atte mpt to
split more than one (1) log at a time unless
the ram has been full extended and a
second log is needed to complete the
separation of the first log.
On ram-type log splitters on which the logs
are not cut square, the longest portion of the
log should be rotated down and the most
square end placed against the ram.
Use only your hand to operate the log
splitter controls.
Do not refuel the engine until it has cooled
for several minutes.
Before starting engine ensure that control
lever is in neutral position.
Operate unit only when there is sufficient
light to clearly see work area.
NEVER allow children to operate or play on
or near unit.
Operate unit only when standing in operator
zone. Unit stabilizers must be extended
before starting unit.
Use wheel chocks to prevent movement of
unit during operation.
ALWAYS keep hands away from all moving
parts during operation. Moving parts can cut
or crush body parts.
DO NOT operate in the rain or in wet or
damp locations. Assure that operator zone is
free or debris and provides good footing.
Know the weight of logs. Limit logs to those
you can safely control and the unit can
safely handle.
Logs should be cut with square ends before
placing on splitter.
Position logs against end plate grips before
operating hydraulic cylinder.
On logs that are not square place the
longest portion of the log closest to the
beam and the most square end against the
splitter wedge.
Do not attempt to stabilize logs with legs or
feet while operating. Moving parts can cut off
or crush body parts.
Split logs end to end in the direction of the
grain, not against the grain.
Keep fingers and hands away from cracks in
logs while splitting. These can quickly close
and pinch or crush body parts.
Maintenance and Storage
Always shut off the power source while
repairing or adjusting the splitter except as
recommended by the manufacturer.
Clean debris and chaff from engine cylinder,
cylinder head fins, blower housing rotating
screen, and muffler areas. If the engine is
equipped with a spark arrester muffler, clean
and inspect it regularly (follow
manufacturer's service instructions).
Replace, if damaged.
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Never store the equipment with fuel in the
tank inside a building where fumes might
reach an open flame or spark. Allow the
engine to cool before storing in any
enclosure.
Clear debris from movable parts, but only
when the power source is shut off. DO NOT
spray water to clean unit.
Check to be sure all nuts and bolts are tight
to assure the equipment is in safe working
condition.
For extended storage, shut off fuel and
clean unit thoroughly. See engine manual for
proper storage.
ALW AYS remove spark plug wire from spark
plug before inspecting or working on this
unit.
DO NOT touch unit parts which might be hot
from operation. Allow parts to cool before
attempting to maintain, adjust or service.
Stop and inspect equipment if there is an
unusual vibration. Repair, if necessary,
before restarting. Never make adjustments
or repairs without first disconnecting the
spark plug wire.
Keep all hardware properly tightened.
Maintain or replace safety and instruction
labels, as necessary.
Check attachment components frequently. If
worn or damaged, replace with
manufacturer’s recommended parts.
ALW A YS keep protective structures, guards,
and panels in good repair, in place and
securely fastened. NEVER modify or
remove safety devices.
Hydraulic fluid can result in severe burns.
Fluid in 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 which 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 system.
• FOREIGN FLUID INJECTED INTO
BODY can result in gangrene. Fluid
must be surgically removed within a
few hours by a doctor familiar with
this form of injury.
• Do not adjust the pressure settings
on the hydraulic pump or valve.
ALWAYS maintain unit in safe operating
condition. Damaged or worn out muffler can
cause fire or explosion.
Personal Protection
Wear adequate safety shoes and protective
gloves.
DO NOT wear loose clothing or jewelry and
tie back hair that may get caught in moving
parts.
Protect eyes, face and head from objects
that may be thrown from unit. Wear
appropriate hearing protection. Always wear
safety goggles or safety glasses with side
shields when operating.
Before Operating
Inspect unit before each use for: missing or
damaged decals and shields. Replace or
repair as needed.
Read, understand, and follow all instructions
in the manual and on the machine before
starting.
Understand:
• How to operate all controls
• The functions of all controls
• How to STOP in an Emergency
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