
SPL31A
SPL31A-N
SPL31A-S
HYDRAULIC SPIKE PULLER
USER MANUAL
Safety, Operation and Maintenance
© 2013 Stanley Black & Decker, Inc.
New Britain, CT 06053
U.S.A.
72926 12/2018 Ver. 12

TABLE OF CONTENTS
SAFETY SYMBOLS .................................................................................................................................................4
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS .......................................................................................................................................5
TOOL STICKERS & TAGS ......................................................................................................................................6
HOSE TYPES ..........................................................................................................................................................7
HOSE RECOMMENDATIONS ................................................................................................................................ 8
HTMA / EHTMA REQUIREMENTS ........................................................................................................................9
OPERATION ..........................................................................................................................................................10
TROUBLESHOOTING .......................................................................................................................................... 11
SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................................................................................................. 12
ACCESSORIES .....................................................................................................................................................12
HANDLE ASSEMBLY ............................................................................................................................................13
PARTS ILLUSTRATION ........................................................................................................................................14
PARTS LIST ...........................................................................................................................................................15
To ll out a product warranty validation form, and for information on your warranty,
visit www.stanleyinfrastructure.com and select the Company tab > Warranty.
Note: The warranty validation record must be submitted to validate the warranty.
SERVICING: This manual contains safety, operation and routine maintenance instructions. Stanley Infrastructure
recommends that servicing of hydraulic tools, other than routine maintenance, must be performed by an authorized
and certied dealer. Please read the following warning.
SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH COULD RESULT FROM THE IMPROPER REPAIR OR
SERVICE OF THIS TOOL.
REPAIRS AND / OR SERVICE TO THIS TOOL MUST ONLY BE DONE BY AN
AUTHORIZED AND CERTIFIED DEALER.
For the nearest certied dealer, call Stanley Infrastructure at (503) 659-5660 and ask for a Customer Service Representative.
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SAFETY SYMBOLS
Safety symbols and signal words, as shown below, are used to emphasize all operator, maintenance and repair
actions which, if not strictly followed, could result in a life-threatening situation, bodily injury or damage to equipment.
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury
hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible
injury or death.
This safety alert and signal word indicates an imminently hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
This safety alert and signal word indicates a potentially hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
This safety alert and signal word indicates a potentially hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
This signal word indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
may result in property damage.
This signal word indicates a situation which, if not avoided, will result in damage
to the equipment.
This signal word indicates a situation which, if not avoided, may result in damage
to the equipment.
Always observe safety symbols. They are included for your safety and for the protection of the tool.
LOCAL SAFETY REGULATIONS
Enter any local safety regulations here. Keep these instructions in an area accessible to the operator and
maintenance personnel.
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Tool operators and maintenance personnel must always
comply with the safety precautions given in this manual
and on the stickers and tags attached to the tool and
hose.
These safety precautions are given for your safety.
Review them carefully before operating the tool and
before performing general maintenance or repairs.
Supervising personnel should develop additional
precautions relating to the specic work area and local
safety regulations. If so, place the added precautions in
the space provided in this manual.
This tool will provide dependable service if operated in
accordance with the instructions given in this manual.
Read and understand this manual and any stickers and
tags attached to the tool and hoses before operation.
Failure to do so could result in personal injury or
equipment damage.
• Never wear loose clothing that can become entangled
in the working parts of the tool.
• Do not weld or cut the chute, handle or jaws of the tool.
• Only use accessories that conform to the specications
given in “OPERATION” on page 10.
• To avoid personal injury or equipment damage, all tool
repair, maintenance and service must only be performed
by authorized and properly trained personnel.
• Place the end of the chute squarely against the tie
plate, tilting as required to avoid the sudden realignment
that can occur as the tool begins to pull.
• Always hold the tool with both hands when the unit is
running. Use a rm grip.
• The operator must start in a work area without
bystanders.
• Do not operate the tool unless thoroughly trained or
under the supervision of an instructor. Establish a training
program for all operators to ensure safe operation.
• Always wear safety equipment such as goggles,
gloves, ear and head protection and safety shoes at all
times when operating the tool.
• The operator must be familiar with all prohibited work
areas, such as excessive slopes and dangerous terrain
conditions.
• Do not over-reach. Maintain proper footing and balance
at all times.
• Do not inspect or clean the tool while the hydraulic
power source is connected. Accidental engagement of
the tool can cause serious injury.
• Always connect hoses to the tool hose couplers before
energizing the hydraulic power source. Be sure all hose
connections are tight and are in good condition.
• Do not operate the tool at oil temperatures above
140°F/60°C. Operation at higher temperatures can
cause higher then normal temperatures at the tool which
can result in operator discomfort.
• Do not operate a damaged, improperly adjusted or
incompletely assembled tool.
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