Steele SP-LS22 Owner’s Manual

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22 Ton

Spfitter

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WARNING

Read this manual.

Serious injury or death can result if safety instructions are not followed,

Engine is shipped without oil.

-Before startingengine, fillwith SAE 10W-30 motor oil.

-See engine manual for engine oil capacity.

Hydraulic reservoir is shipped with oil.

-When addingoil, checkoi! level and make surethere is enoughoil before
you start the unit.

Closely inspect all log splitter components.

-If you have damaged componentsthen: Contact the freight company that
delivered the unit and file a claim

Hazard Icons and Definitions

This is the safety alert symbol, it is used tq
alert you to potential personal injury hazards.

Obey all safety messages that follow this
symbol to avoid possible injury or death.

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DANGER (red) indicates an imminently
hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will

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result in death or serious injury.

WARNING (orange)indicates a potentially

hazardous situation which, if not avoided,

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could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION (yellow)indicates a potentially

hazardous situation which, if not avoided,

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may result in minor or moderate injury.
CAUTION (yellow) used without the safety

alert symbol indicates a potentially

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hazardous situation which, if not avoided.
may result in property damage.

TABLEOFCONENS

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ImportantSafetyRules...................................................... 4-5

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MachineComponentDefinitions........................................... 6

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OperationInstructions....................................................... 7-9

ProperOperationoftheLogSplitter............................. 7

HorizontalandVerticalOperatingModes 8

Howto Splitthelogwithslantsurface......................... 9

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MaintenanceandStorage................................................... 10

Troubleshooting............................................................. ,,.:...11

Specifications....................................................................... 12

AssemblyInstruction............................................................. 13-15

PartsBreakdown.................................................................... 16-18

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A IMPORTANT SAFETY RULES I

WARNING

1.) Read this manual completely.

Serious injury or death can result if safety instructions are not followed.

Everyone who operates the log splitter must read and completely understand all
safety rules, operating instructions, and maintenance instructions.
You must be I6 or older to operate this machine. Keep untrained people away.

-Shut engine off before leaving tog splitter unattended.

2.) Crush hazard.

Wedge can cut through skin and break bones. Keep both hands away from
wedge and endplate.

-Serious accidents can happen when other people are allowed inside the work
zone. Keep everyone else out of the work zone while operating control valve.

-Do not wear loose clothing. It can get tangled in moving parts of log splitter.

-Only use the log splitter in daylight to prevent sight obstruction.

3.) Flying objects.

Pieces of log may fly out while

injury can occur.

splitting. Wear safety glasses. Serious eye

4.) Skin injection hazard.

High pressure fluid can inject under skin resulting in serious injury including

amputation.

-Make sure all fittings are tight before applying pressure. Relieve system

pressure before servicing.

-Do not check for leaks with hand. Instead, use a piece of cardboard to check

for leaks_

-If skin injection happens, seek immediate "Surgical Treatment".

5.) Towing hazard.

Serious injury or death can occur if towing safety rules are not followed.

-Review towing safety warnings in your towing vehicle manual.

-Drive safely. Be aware of the added length of the log splitter.

-Never ride or transport cargo on the log splitter.

-Drive the vehicle with the log splitter securely attached.

-Turn off the vehicle before leaving the log splitter unattended,

-Choose a level surface to operate the log splitter.

-Block the log splitter wheels to prevent unintended movement.

-Never tow or operate this splitter while under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or
medication.

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I" IMPORTANT SAFETY RULES

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6.) Risk of fire and explosion.

Hot exhaust fumes from engine can cause fire. Gasoline is highly flammable
and explosive. You can be burned or seriously injured when handling fuel.

-Position muffler at least 7 feet from combustible objects.

-Before adding fuel, stop the engine and keep heat, sparks, and flame away.
Do not add fuel when engine is running or still hot. No smoking near engine.

-Do not pump fuel directly into engine at gas station. Static charge can build

and ignite fuel. Use a safety approved fuel container to transfer gas to the
engine. Wipe up fuel spills immediately.

-Only store and handle fuel outdoors. Gasoline vapors can ignite if they

collect inside an enclosure. Explosion can result.

-Do not change or add to exhaust system. Fire can result.

-Do not change or add fuel tanks or fuel lines. Fire can result.

-Before each use, check fuel tank and fuel lines for leaks. Any fuel leak is a

fire hazard. Fix any fuel leaks before starting engine.

-During transportation take precautions to make sure machine will not tip over

and cause a fuel leak fire hazard.

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7.) Breathing hazard.

Poisonous fumes from engine can kill you. Do not operate indoorseven if
ventilated. For outdoor use only.

CAUTION

1.) Hot muffler.

You can be burned by muffler.
Do not touch,

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I MACHINE COMPONENT DEFINITIONS 1

1.) 2" Coupler. Attaches the log splitter to your vehicle, Fits only 2" hitch balls.

2.) Hydraulic Cylinder. The hydraulic cylinder has a 4½" bore and a 23" stroke. It is rated to
3500 psi.

3.) Control Valve Handle, Use the control valve handle to move the wedge slide forward and

backward.

4.) Wedge, The wedge features wedge wings and a taper that makes splitting easier.

5.) Log Cradle, Keeps the log on the beam without operator assistance.

6.) Beam, The beam is made of 6" wide flange beam (also called I-Beam).

7.) Engine. The air cooled engine powers the hydraulic pump.

8.) Tires. Maximum rated speed is 30 mile per hour.

9.) Gear Pump, The gear pump makes the hydraulic oil flow through the system.

10.) Leg, The leg supports the log splitter while operating. The leg should be raised while towing

(see Operation Instructions).

11.) Safety Chains. A safety feature to prevent loss of log splitter while towing.