Date:
9/23/2005
Log Splitter Wedge Shim
Subject:
Service Kit
753-05193
2004 and 2005 Model Year Log
Splitters built between May 1,
2004 and September 15, 2005.
Models
Affected:
Read through and understand these instructions completely before proceeding with repair.
PURPOSE:
This service kit provides a shim (spacer) to reduce the gap between the end of the cylinder ram and the back of the
wedge. Perform the Pre-service Inspection to determine if this kit is required or not.
NOTE: These materials are prepared for use by trained technicians who are experienced in the service and repair
of equipment of the kind described in this publication, and are not intended for use by untrained or inexperienced
individuals. Such individuals should seek the assistance of an authorized service technician or dealer.
NOTE: Save this Instruction Sheet. Refer to it when ordering replacement parts.
Service Kit Contents
1
(See Figure 1)
ITEM
NO.
1
2
3
PART
NUMBER
681-04052
710-1806
712-3022
769-02077
QTY
DESCRIPTION
1
1
1
1
SHIM ASSEMBLY
SCREW: HHCS: 1/2”-13 x 3.25: GR5
NUT: LOCK: 1/2”-13
3
4
THIS INSTRUCTION SHEET
Pre-service Inspection:
These instructions are written with the assumption that
the unit has been in service already or is being prepared
for delivery.
2
FIGURE 1
1. To determine if this service kit is required the follow-
ing check must be made.
If the gage does not go in the gap, the gap is cor-
rect and this kit is not required. Stop here.
2. Place beam in the horizontal position and lock in
place.
If the gage goes into the gap, the shim provided
should be installed. Proceed to Step 9.
3. Check engine oil level and hydraulic fluid level.
4. Start engine and extend ram so the splitting wedge is
about 4”- 8” from beam’s foot. Turn off engine.
PUSH
Wedge
Back
.
5. Release pressure in the system by shuttling the direc-
tion control lever from the forward to the retract positions
several times.
.035"
max.
6.Using two 3/4” wrenches loosen the cylinder to wedge
mounting bolt to relax the wedge.
7. With wood blocking braced against the beam’s foot,
push the wedge back toward the cylinder’s ram end and
secure in this position.
GAP
8. Using a.035” feeler gage, try to insert the gage
between the end of the ram and the back side of the
wedge pocket. See Figure 2.
FIGURE 2
Service Kit 753-05193
Pg 1 of 2
Form No. 769-02077
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