10006 Santa Fe Springs Road
Santa Fe Springs, CA 90670 USA
Made in China
90803
Rev 90803-20090714
Owner’s Manual and Operating Instructions
8 TON
LOG SPLITTER
Table of Contents
Introduction ..................................... 1
Portable Log Splitter................................. 1
Accessories ................................................ 1
This Booklet .............................................. 1
Manual Conventions ......................... 2
Safety Rules ...................................... 3
Controls and Features ....................... 4
Log Splitter ............................................... 4
Assembly .......................................... 5
Remove the Log Splitter from the
Shipping Carton ........................................ 5
Attach Handles ..................................... 5
Attach Base Extension .......................... 5
Attach Foot Pedal .................................. 5
Attach Pull Springs ............................... 6
Operation ......................................... 7
Location ................................................ 7
Log Size ................................................. 7
Load the Log ......................................... 7
Maintenance ..................................... 8
Log Splitter Maintenance ......................... 8
Oil .......................................................... 8
Storage .................................................. 8
Parts Diagram ........................................... 9
Parts List ................................................. 10
Warranty ......................................... 11
Warranty Qualifications ......................... 11
Repair/Replacement Warranty .............. 11
Do not return the unit to the place of
purchase .................................................. 11
Warranty Exclusions ............................... 11
Normal Wear ....................................... 11
Installation, Use and Maintenance ..... 11
Other Exclusions ................................. 11
Limits of Implied Warranty and
Consequential Damage ........................... 11
Contact Information ............................... 11
Address ................................................ 11
Customer Service ................................ 11
Technical Service ................................. 11
Notes .............................................. 12
Introduction
Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of a
Champion Power Equipment log splitter.
CPE designs and builds log splitters to strict
specifications. With proper use and
maintenance, this log splitter will bring
years of satisfying service.
This Owner’s Manual contains important
safety instructions and information. SAVE
THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE
REFERENCE.
Portable Log Splitter
This unit is a manually operated log splitter.
It is designed to split wood logs for use as
fire wood for a stove or fire place.
Record the model and serial numbers as well as date and place of purchase for future reference.
Have this information available when ordering parts and when making technical or warranty
inquiries.
Champion Power Equipment Support
Accessories
Champion Power Equipment manufactures
and sells accessories designed to help you
get the most from your purchase. To find out
more please visit our web site at
www.championpowerequipment.com
This Booklet
Every effort has been made to ensure the
accuracy and completeness of the
information in this manual. We reserve the
right to change, alter and/or improve the
product and this document at any time
without prior notice.
1-877-338-0999
Model Number
90803
Serial Number
Date of Purchase
Purchase Location
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Manual Conventions
Manual Conventions
This manual uses the following symbols to
help differentiate between different kinds of
information. The safety symbol is used with
a key word to alert you to potential hazards
in operating and owning power equipment.
Follow all safety messages to avoid or reduce
the risk of serious injury or death.
CAUTION
CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided,
minor or moderate injury.
may
result in
CAUTION
DANGER
DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous
situation which, if not avoided,
or serious injury.
will
result in death
WARNING
WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided,
death or serious injury.
could
result in
CAUTION used without the safety alert symbol
indicates a potentially hazardous situation which,
if not avoided,
may
result in property damage.
NOTE
If you have questions regarding your log splitter,
we can help. Please call our help line at 1-877338-0999.
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Safety Rules
Safety Rules
WARNING
Read this manual thoroughly before operating
your log splitter. Failure to follow instructions
could result in serious injury or death.
CAUTION
Always wear ANSI approved safety glasses when
using this log splitter to avoid injury due to flying
wood pieces or splinters.
DANGER
Never place your hands or other body parts on or
near the log, wedge, hydraulic ram, or splitter
workbench while splitting the log.
WARNING
Never leave the log splitter unattended when it is
pressurized
WARNING
Keep the area around the log splitter clear of any
bystanders to prevent injury from ejected wood
pieces.
CAUTION
Always clear away wood pieces from the log
splitter and area around it before splitting
another log.
WARNING
DO NOT use this log splitter for any other
purpose other than splitting logs.
DO NOT use this log splitter beyond its 8-ton
capacity.
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Controls and Features
Controls and Features
Read this owner’s manual before operating your log splitter. Familiarize yourself with the location
and function of the controls and features. Save this manual for future reference.
Log Splitter
(1) Handle bars – Hold onto the handle bars to stabilize the log splitter while splitting
(2) Wedge release pins – Pull pins out to adjust wedge height
(3) Workbench – Place log on workbench to split
(4) Foot Pedal – Pump the foot pedal to raise the workbench
(5) Release Pedal – Depress release pedal to lower workbench
(6) Wedge
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Assembly
Attach Base Extension
Assembly
Your log splitter requires some assembly.
If you have any questions regarding the
assembly of your log splitter, call our help
line at 1-877-338-0999. Please have your
serial number and model number available.
Remove the Log Splitter from
the Shipping Carton
1. Set the shipping carton on a solid, flat
surface.
2. Cut the straps and remove the lid of the
box.
3. Remove everything from the box before
starting to assemble the log splitter.
Attach Handles
1. Attach the base extension to the bottom
of the main post near the hydraulic
pump (shown above).
2. Secure each foot using M10 bolt, lock
washer, and nut provided.
1. Attach handles to the top of the log
splitter as shown above.
2. Secure each handle using the lock
washer and M10 nut provided (shown
above).
3. Insert plastic top cover.
Attach Foot Pedal
1. Insert foot pedal into the hydraulic
pump slot.
2. Tighten the hex bolt to secure the foot
pedal to the hydraulic pump.
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Assembly
Attach Pull Springs
1. Attach each pull spring to the base feet
first.
2. Then attach opposite side of spring to
the splitter workbench.
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Operation
Operation
Location
Place the log splitter on firm even ground.
Log Size
Cut the logs for splitting to a length of 22.25
inches (56.5 cm) or less.
Load the Log
1. To enable the hydraulic jack ram pump
the foot pedal.
2. Place the log securely on the splitter
workbench
3. Pull both of the wedge release pins out
of the holes in the post, and lower the
height to slightly more than the length
of the log
NOTE
Make sure the wedge release pins are firmly
seated in the post holes before continuing.
4. Keeping the log stable and your hands
out of the way of the wedge, use the
hydraulic foot pedal to raise the log up
tight against the wedge.
5. Keeping your hands away for the log
splitter wedge, continue with even
strokes of the hydraulic foot pedal until
the log is split.
6. Carefully remove the split wood pieces
and clear the area of debris
7. To lower the splitter workbench, place
your foot on the release pedal located at
the base of the hydraulic pump.
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Maintenance
Maintenance
The owner/operator is responsible for all
periodic maintenance.
WARNING
Never operate a damaged or defective log
splitter.
WARNING
Improper maintenance will void your warranty.
Complete all maintenance in a timely
manner. Correct any issue before operating
the log splitter.
NOTE
For service or parts assistance, contact our help
line at 1-877-338-0999.
Log Splitter Maintenance
Wipe down the log splitter to remove tree
sap or dirt after each use.
Oil
Occasionally, you may need to add hydraulic
oil to maximize performance. Too add oil to
the hydraulic pump follow the instructions
below.
1. Remove the pull spring, separate the
workbench from hydraulic pump.
2. Use a 6 mm hex wrench to remove the
two cap screws that hold the hydraulic
pump to the base.
3. Position the pump horizontally and
remove the round rubber oil plug on the
back of the pump housing.
4. Add hydraulic oil until the cylinder is
approximately 3⁄4 full. (oil weight is
approximately 700 g/1.543lbs)
5. Replace the rubber oil plug and re-
assemble the log splitter.
6. Dispose of used oil at an approved waste
management facility.
Storage
Store the log splitter in a dry location with
pressure released on the hydraulic pump.
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Specifications
Parts Diagram
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Specifications
Parts List
No. Part # Description QTY
1 90039-01 Pull Sleeve with thread 2
2 90039-02 Pin 2
3 90039-03 Pull Ring 2
4 90039-04 Pressure Spring 2
5 90803-01 Foot Pedal 1
6 90039-31 Hex Bolt M6x10 1
7 90039-07 Beam 1
8 90803-02 Handle 2
9 90803-03 Plastic Cover 1
10 90039-10 Wedge Assembly 1
11 90803-04 Splitter Workbench 1
12 90803-05 Hydraulic Pump 1
13 90039-13 Pull Spring 2
14 90039-14 Inner Hex Screw M8x16 2
15 90039-15 Wheel 2
16 90039-16 Bushing 2
17 90039-17 Flat Washer Ø16 2
18 90039-18 Snap Ring Ø17 2
19 90039-19 Hex Bolt M10x25 6
20 90039-20 Lock Washer Ø10 8
21 90039-21 Hex Nut M10 8
22 90803-06 Base Extension 1
23 90039-23 Torsional Spring Cover 1
24 90039-24 Torsional Spring 1
25 90039-25 Release Valve Rod 1
26 90039-26 Thin Nut M16 1
27 90039-27 Release Pedal 1
28 90803-07 Hex But M6 1
29 90803-08 Hex Screw M6x12 1
30 90803-09 Pump Base 1
31 90803-10 Lock Washer Ø8 2
32 90803-11 Hex Bolt M8x16 2
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Warranty
Cosmetic defects such as paint, decals, etc.
Warranty
CHAMPION POWER EQUIPMENT
1 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
Effective September 1, 2006. Replaces all undated
warranties and all warranties dated before September 1,
2006.
Warranty Qualifications
Champion Power Equipment (CPE) will register
this warranty upon receipt of your Warranty
Registration Card and a copy of your sales receipt
from one of CPE's retail locations as proof of
purchase.
Please submit your warranty registration and
your proof of purchase within ten (10) days of the
date of purchase.
Repair/Replacement Warranty
CPE warrants to the original purchaser that the
mechanical and electrical components will be free
of defects in material and workmanship for a
period of one (1) year from the original date of
purchase (90 days for commercial and industrial
use).
Do not return the unit to the place of
purchase
Contact CPE's Technical Service and CPE will
troubleshoot any issue via phone or e-mail. If the
problem is not corrected by this method, CPE
will, at its option, authorize evaluation, repair or
replacement of the defective part or component
at a CPE Service Center. CPE will provide you
with a case number for warranty service. Please
keep it for future reference. Repairs or
replacements without prior authorization, or at
an unauthorized repair facility, will not be
covered by this warranty.
Warranty Exclusions
This warranty does not cover the following
repairs and equipment:
Normal Wear
Log splitters need periodic parts and service to
perform well. This warranty does not cover repair
when normal use has exhausted the life of a part
or the equipment as a whole.
Failures to due acts of God and other force
majeure events beyond the manufacturer’s
control.
Problems cause by parts that are not original
Champion Power Equipment parts.
Limits of Implied Warranty and
Consequential Damage
Champion Power Equipment disclaims any
obligation to cover any loss of time, use of this
product, freight, or any incidental or
consequential claim by anyone from using this
generator. THIS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF
ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR
IMPLIED, INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF
MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A
PARTICULAR PURPOSE
A unit provided as an exchange will be subject to
the warranty of the original unit. The length of
the warranty governing the exchanged unit will
remain calculated by reference to the purchase
date of the original unit.
This warranty gives you certain legal rights which
may change from state to state. Your state may
also have other rights you may be entitled to that
are not listed within this warranty.
Contact Information
Address
Champion Power Equipment, Inc.
Customer Service
10006 Santa Fe Springs Rd.
Santa Fe Springs, CA 90670
Customer Service
Mon – Fri 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM (PST/PDT)
Toll Free: 1-877-338-0999
Fax no.: 1-562-236-9429
Technical Service
Mon – Fri 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM (PST/PDT)
Toll Free: 1-877-338-0999
tech@championpowerequipment.com
Installation, Use and Maintenance
This warranty will not apply to parts and/or labor
if this log splitter is deemed to have been
misused, neglected, involved in an accident,
abused, loaded beyond the log splitter’s limits, or
modified. Normal maintenance such as cleaning
and replacing oil is not covered by this warranty.
Other Exclusions
This warranty excludes:
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Notes
Notes
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