ALWAYS use your hand to operate the control lever on the valve. NEVER use your foot, a rope or any extension device. NEVER move the log splitter while the engine is running. Shut off the engine even if you are leaving the log splitter for a short period of time. ALWAYS avoid contact with the muffler and other hot areas of the engine during operation to prevent burns. REPAIR AND MAINTENANCE SAFETY NEVER operate your log splitter when it is in poor mechanical condition or in need of repair. Period

NC x 3/4 in. hex cap screws (43), 1/4 in. flatwashers (42), 1/4 in. lockwashers (41) and 1/4 in. hex nuts (40). Tighten. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: Read and thoroughly understand all instructions and safety information before operating this log splitter. Failure to do so may cause serious injury or death. Do not allow anyone to operate this log splitter who has not read this manual. As with all power equipment a log splitter can be dangerous if it is assembled or used improperly. Do not ope

LS401221 Owner’s Manual ASSEMBLY & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS MODEL NO. LS401213 MODEL NO. LS401224 28 TON 34 TON This safety alert symbol identifies important safety messages in this manual. Failure to follow this important safety information may result in serious injury or death. LS50-634-905 Table of Contents Page(s) Important Safety Information................................................................................................................. 1-6 Intended Use .......................

6) See also Repair and Maintenance Safety on page 4 of this manual. 7) All replacement parts must meet manufacturer’s specifications. Page 9 PARTS BREAKDOWN FOR LS401221, LS401216, LS401213 AND LS401224 LOG SPLITTERS NUMBE PARTS BREAKDOWN FOR LS401221, LS401216, LS401213 AND LS401224 LOG SPLITTERS NUMBER NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION REQUIRED LS401224 34 Ton Vertical/Horizontal Log Splitter Complete LS401213 28 Ton Vertical/Horizontal Log Splitter Complete LS401216 25 Ton Vertical/Horizontal Log Spli

2 2.1 Training & Preparation .......................................... 3 2.2 Safety Wear ............................................................. 3 2.3 Operating Safety ..................................................... 4 2.4 Operating Procedure............................................... 5 2.5 Repair & Maintenance Safety ................................ 5 2.6 Towing Safety ......................................................... 6 2.7 Fire Prevention ...............................