Primus HCWP1- 26 Owner's/operator's Manual

Log Splitter

Owner/Operator Manual

Models

HCWP1- 26

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SAFETY. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

SAFETY WARNING SYMBOL . . . . . . . . .3

SAFETY RULES. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5

SPECIFICATIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

CONTROLS AND FEA TURES . . . . . . . 7

OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-9

INTRODUCTION

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.

WARNING: Improper assembly or
adjustments can cause serious
injury.

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.

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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.

Stop engine and allow moving
parts to stop before leaving
operator’s position.

SAFETY ALERTS

Look for these symbols to point
out important safety
precautions. They mean:

• Attention!

• Personal Safety Is
Involved!

• Become Alert!

• Obey The Message!

The safety alert symbol is used in decals and
with this manual. Understand the safety
message. It contains important information
about personal safety.

NOTATIONS

NOTE: General reference information for

proper operation and maintenance practices.
IMPORTANT: Specific procedures or

information required to prevent damage to
unit or attachment.

1. DANGER!

Read the operator’s manual.

Keep children and others away
from unit while operating.

Only one person should
operate the log splitter and load
the logs.

DANGER: IMMINENTLY
HAZARDOUS SITUATION! If not
avoided, WILL RESULT in death
or serious injury.

WARNING: POTENTIALLY
HAZARDOUS SITUATION! If not
avoided, COULD RESULT in
death or serious injury.

CAUTION: POTENTIALLY
HAZARDOUS SITUATION! If not
avoided, MAY RESULT in minor
or moderate injury. It may also be
used to alert against unsafe
practices.

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Keep hands away from moving

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parts. Moving parts can crush
or cut.

Operate the log splitter on level
surfaces. Stay off slopes and
slippery surfaces.

Always wear eye and hearing
protection.

Hold logs on sides when
loading. Keep hands and feet
away from cylinder, wedge, and
partially split logs.

Never place hands or any part
of the body between a log and
any part of the log splitter.

Do not split logs against the
grain.

Split logs end to end in the
direction of the grain only.

4. DANGER!

Keep hands away from moving
parts. Moving parts can crush
or cut.

2. WARNING!

To prevent serious injury or
death from escaping hydraulic
fluid:

3. WARNING!

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.

• AL WAYS 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.

3

SAFETY RULES

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.

Only the user can prevent and is responsible
for accidents or injuries occurring to
themselves, other people or property.

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

ALWAYS remove spark plug wire from spark
plug before inspecting or working on this unit.

Inspect unit before each use for: missing or
damaged decals and shields. Replace or
repair as needed.

Before starting engine ensure that control
lever is in neutral position.

Keep children, people, and pets away. Be
alert and shut off unit if anyone enters work
area. Keep children under watchful care of a
responsible adult.

NEVER allow children to operate or play on
or near unit.

Keep operator zone clear of all split logs and
debris.

Operate unit only when there is sufficient light
to clearly see work area.

Only trained adults may operate unit. Training
includes being familiar with controls and
actual operation.

Many accidents occur when more than one
person operates the log splitter. If a helper is
assisting in loading logs to be split, never
operate the controls until the helper is clear of
the area.

NEVER operate unit after or during the use of
medication, drugs or alcohol.

NEVER allow anyone to operate this unit
when their alertness or coordination is
impaired.

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.

ALWAYS keep hands away from all moving
parts during operation. Moving parts can cut
or crush body parts.

ALWAYS keep hands away from all pinch
points.

Operate unit only when standing in operator
zone. Unit stabilizers must be extended
before starting unit.

DO NOT touch unit parts which might be hot
from operation. Allow parts to cool before
attempting to maintain, adjust or service.

ALWAYS stop unit and allow moving parts to
stop before leaving operator zone. Do not
leave running unit unattended.

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.

Do not use log splitter for any purpose other
than splitting logs.

Do not move the unit up or down a hill by
hand. Use a tow vehicle with suitable braking
system.

Use extra care when towing unit. DO NOT
exceed 45 mph (72.4 kph).

Safety chains MUST be attached to vehicle
when towing unit.

NEVER allow anyone to ride on the unit.
NEVER transport cargo on the log splitter
Check local, state and federal laws before

towing. Any modifications required to meet
these laws are the responsibility of the
purchaser.

AL WAYS stop engine, lock beam in horizontal
position and close fuel shut-off valve when
transporting unit.

Keep unit free of leaves and other debris. DO
NOT spray water to clean unit.

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ALWAYS keep protective structures, guards,
and panels in good repair, in place and
securely fastened. NEVER modify or remove
safety devices.

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.
Use only attachments or accessories

designed for your unit.
Check attachment components frequently. If

worn or damaged, replace with
manufacturer’s recommended parts.

This product is equipped with an internal
combustion engine. DO NOT use on or near
any unimproved, forest covered or brush
covered land unless the exhaust system is
equipped with a spark arrester meeting
applicable local, state or federal laws. A spark
arrester, if used, must be maintained in
effective working order by the operator.

DO NOT run engine in an enclosed area.
Always provide good ventilation. Fumes from
engine exhaust can cause injury or death.

Fuel is highly flammable and its vapors are
explosive. Handle with care. Use an
approved fuel container.

No smoking, No sparks, No flames. ALWAYS
allow engine to cool before servicing.

NEVER fill fuel tank when engine is running
or hot from operation.

NEVER fill or drain fuel tank indoors.

Replace fuel cap securely and clean up
spilled fuel.

Never fill fuel containers inside a vehicle or
on a truck or trailer bed with a plastic liner.
Always place containers on the ground away
from your vehicle before filling.

Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the
fuel tank or container opening at all times until
fueling is complete. Do not use a nozzle lock­open device.

If fuel is spilled on clothing, change clothing
immediately.

NEVER store fuel inside where there is an
open flame, such as a water heater.

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.

Disconnect unit from tow vehicle before
using.

Use wheel chocks to prevent movement of
unit during operation.

Logs should be cut with square ends before
placing on splitter.

When placing logs on unit position hands on
sides (bark side) of logs and not on the ends.
Never place hands or any part of the body
between a log and any part of the log splitter.

Do not attempt to stabilize logs with legs or
feet while operating. Moving parts can cut off
or crush body parts.

Do not split more than one log at a time
unless the cylinder has been fully extended
and a second log is needed to complete the
separation of the first log.

Position logs against end plate grips before
operating hydraulic cylinder.

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.

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.

Use only your hand to operate the control
lever.

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1.1TheMaxSplittingForce:26T+/-10%

1.2.MaxPressure:24MPa

1.3.MaxLogLength:106+/-2cm

1.4.MaxLogDiameter:45cm

1.5.ForwardingSpeed

：

5.1cm/s

1.6.ReverseSpeed

：

8.2cm/s

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4.1.Startthemotor,thewoodpushingbasewillautomaticallyfallbacktothelimitedorsetting

Supportwheelassembly

Pickinguphandle

Splittingcontrollever

Woodpushingbase

Dragwoodplate

Woodpickingupshovel

Fueltank

Wheel

Pushrod

Thrustring

Setscrews

Shiftingfork

Frontjackstand

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position.

4.2.Thelogwillbetransportedtothetheproperlocationofthesplitterwhenwoodpickingup

shovelbacktothelimitedposition.

Theworkingofwoodpickingupshoveliscontrolledbypackinguphandle，woodpicking

upshovelwillbeinthequiescentstatewhenthehandleinthenaturalposition.

Pushingthehandleinside （oppositeofoperator） ， theshovelisgoingup， theshovelwillstop

whenthehandleinthemiddleposition.

Pushingthehandleoutside,theshovelwillgodownautomaticallyuntiltoground.

4.3.Whenpushthebothsplittingcontrollevertooutside,thewoodpushingbasewillgoforward,

logsplitterisrunning.

4.4.Ifthelogisnotlongerenough,thewoodpushingbasecanmovelittlefrontthenstopthe

motor,loosethesetscrewsofthrustringbyhexwrench,fixagainafterchangethepositionof

trustring,thencandecidethereverselocationofpushingbase.

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5.1.Whenneedtomovethesplitter,risingpickeduptheshovel,useoneortwovalveretainerto

locktheshovelforkeepingawayofground.valveretainercanlockedbybutterflynuts.thenshake

thehandleofsupportwheelassemblytomakethe2jackstandsleavefromtheground,nowyou

canmovethesplitter.

5.2.Ifwanttomovethelogsplitterforlongdistance,dragtheplatetoberotated90degree,

thenfixit,andmovethe2jackstandandsupportwheelassemblytothehigherpositionand

fixaswell.

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6.SafetyTips

Pleasekeepawayfromthewoodpickingupshovelwhileoperating,prohibitionofkeepingthe

footundertheshoveltoavoidtheinjury.

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