Swisher Log Splitter LS728C LS10528C User Manual

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OWNER’S

MANUAL

MODEL NO.

LS728C

LS10528C

LOG

SPLITTER

Safety

IMPORTANT

Assembly

Read and follow all Safety

Precautions and Instructions

before operating this

equipment.

Operation

Service and Adjustment

Repair Parts

Rev.

1602 CORPORATE DRIVE, WARRENSBURG, MISSOURI 64093 PHONE 660-747-8183

FAX 660-747-8650

Made In The

USA

Manufacturing quality lawn care equipment since 1945

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

This Safety Alert Symbol indicates important messages in this manual.

When you see this symbol, carefully read the message that follows and be

alert to the possibility of personal injury.

Read this manual completely. This machine can amputate hands, feet, and throw objects.

Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death.

WARNING: The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the state of

California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.

DANGER: Your log splitter was built to be operated according to the rules for safe operation in

this manual. As with any type of power equipment, carelessness or error on the part of the

operator can result in serious injury. If you violate any of these rules, you may cause serious

injury to yourself or others.

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Read the manual. Learn to operate this equipment in a safe manner.

Do not under any circumstances alter this log splitter. This equipment was designed and

engineered in accordance with operating instructions. Altering this equipment, or using

this equipment in such a way as to circumvent its design capabilities and capacities, could

result in serious injury or fatality and WILL VOID THE WARRANTY.

•

Allow only responsible adults who have read this manual to operate this machine. Never

allow children to operate this machine.

Never use splitter for any other purpose than splitting wood. Any other use can result in

injury. Your splitter is a precision piece of power equipment, not a toy. Therefore,

exercise extreme caution at all times.

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Only a single operator is to load and operate the log splitter. Keep all others, including

pets and children, a minimum of 20 feet away from your work area. More accidents

occur when more than one person operates the log splitter than any other time.

Always disconnect the spark plug wire and place the wire where it cannot contact the

spark plug, to prevent accidental starting the engine when setting up, transporting,

adjusting or repairing.

•

Always wear protective gear such as safety goggles, protective hearing device, steel-toed

shoes, and tight-fitting gloves without drawstrings or loose cuffs.

Never wear loose clothing or jewelry that can be caught by moving parts of the splitter

and pull you into it. Keep hair away from moving parts.

Familiarize yourself with all of the controls in a safe environment before starting to work

with this machine.

Fluid escaping from a very small hole can be almost invisible. Do not check for leaks with your

hand. Escaping fluid under pressure can have sufficient force to penetrate skin, causing serious

personal injury. Leaks can be located by passing a piece of cardboard or wood over the suspected

leak and looking for discoloration. IF injured by escaping fluid, see a doctor at once. Serious

infection or reaction can develop if proper medical treatment is not administered

immediately.

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Split only one log at a time. Never attempt to split two logs on top of each other.

Do not straddle or reach across the splitting area while operating the splitter.

Do not step over splitter when the engine is running. You may trip or accidentally

activate the splitting wedge. Walk around to get to the other side.

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Never place hands or feet between log and splitting wedge or between log and ram during

forward or reverse stroke.

Never attempt to load splitter while splitting wedge is in motion. When loading log

splitter, place hands on the sides of the log, not the ends.

Only use your hands to operate the control lever. Never use foot, knee, rope or any

extension device.

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Always keep fingers clear of splits that open in log during splitter operation.

When splitter is in the return mode, keep hands off the machine.

Only operate splitter on level ground, not on the side of a hill. It could tip or rolling logs,

poor footing, etc. could cause an accident.

•

Never operate or allow someone to operate this equipment while under the influence of

alcohol or drugs.

•

Always block the wheels to prevent movement while using splitter.

Never operate your splitter on wet, muddy, or icy surfaces. Safe footing is essential in

preventing accidents.

•

Never operate your splitter while it is attached to the tow vehicle.

Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine running.

Never attempt to split woods across the grain. Some types of wood may burst or fly out

of your splitter and result in injury.

•

Both ends of the log should be cut as squarely as possible to prevent the log from sliding

out of the splitter during operation. Log length should be kept to 24” or less.

TOWING SAFETY

•

Do not allow persons to ride on splitter. Do not carry any cargo or wood on your

splitter. It may fall off and endanger vehicles that are following you.

Be sure jack stand is in the travel position and coupling secure. This must also be

retracted so not to interfere while towing. Retract kickstand by removing pin,

rotating up, and replacing pin.

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Never exceed 45 MPH while towing your splitter. Be extra cautious when

traveling over rough terrain, especially over railroad tracks.

Always be careful while backing your splitter. You could jackknife your log

splitter if not careful.

Before using splitter, disconnect it from tow vehicle. A log could easily be

pushed forward into the vehicle.

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See tire and wheel specifications for PSI while towing.

Be aware of the extra length of splitter while turning, parking, crossing

intersections, and in all driving situations.

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OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS

POSI-LOCK COUPLER

ADJUST COUPLER LOCKING PRESSURE ON BALL BEFORE USE. PLACE HANDLE IN LOCKED

POSITION WITH BALL IN COUPLER. TIGHTEN LOCKNUT AGAINST TENSION SPRING SO THAT

COUPLER IS NOT LOOSE ON BALL. CORRECT ADJUSTMENT WILL ALLOW HANDLE TO BE

RELEASED WITH MODERATE PRESSURE APPLIED TO HANDLE.

TO OPEN, PULL UP ON COUPLER HANDLE AND ROTATE FORWARD. PLACE COUPLER ON BALL

WHEN BALL IS COMPLETELY NESTED IN BALL SOCKET, ROTATE COUPLER HANDLE

BACKWARD UNTIL HANDLE IS IN LOCKED POSITION.

AFTER TOWING FOR 50 MILES, CHECK COUPLER FOR TIGHTNESS ON BALL. ALWAYS CHECK

TIGHTNESS BEFORE TOWING. BE SURE COUPLER HANDLE IS IN LOCKED POSITION.

WARNING:

NEVER EXCEED WEIGHT CAPACITY AND ALWAYS USE SAFETY CHAINS. ALWAYS USE

CORRECT BALL SIZE, MAKING SURE BALL IS COMPLETELY INSERTED INTO COUPLER. LOCK

COUPLER HANDLE SECURELY BEFORE TOWING. ALWAYS CHECK FOR DAMAGES AND

REPLACE IF DAMAGED. AVOID SHARP TURNS AND STEEP VERTICAL ANGLES WHEN TOWING.

OPERATION

Intended use: This log splitter is intended and designed to only split wood. NEVER use

for any other purposes. Doing so can cause injury or VOID THE WARRANTY.

ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

This log splitter has been partially assembled at the factory. Refer to the drawings and part

lists should it become necessary to disassemble the unit for repair or replacement of parts.

Inspect all components for damage.

WARNING: Exercise extreme caution, as parts are very heavy. Sufficient persons or

mechanical handling equipment should be used.

IMPORTANT: This unit is shipped with oil but without gasoline in the engine. After

assembly, see separate Engine Manual for proper fuel and oil recommendations.

1. General Assembly: Remove top, sides and ends of crate. Place crate panels aside

to avoid puncturing tires. Remove tongue assembly from top.

2. Carefully set the beam pre-assembly aside.

3. Attach tongue to tank/mount plates using two bolts and nuts. Be certain hardware

is secure. (See Assembly Figure 1)

4. Remove tank/engine assembly from base of crate and discard banding.

5. Fender Assembly: Remove fenders from box. Mount to fender brackets with 5/16

hardware provided. Make sure fender clears wheel.

6. The cylinder is tied to the base. Remove ties and slide cylinder/wedge forward

aligning clevis at cylinder end to beam. Insert pin and retaining clips, check

component to assure proper assembly. Stand beam pre-assembly vertical and

secure in position. Roll tank/engine assembly into place, aligning pivot holes. Bolt

with provided hardware. Note: Do not over tighten; this is the vertical/horizontal

pivot point.

Tank/Mount Plates

Assembly Figure 1

7. Pivot beam assembly into the horizontal position and lock with pin provided.

8. Hose Assembly: Locate the Pressure Hose, noted by the pipe fittings, and attach it

to the lower fitting on the valve. The remaining hose attaches to the top fitting of

the valve. Secure with provided hose clamp.

9. Check both the horizontal and vertical positions for any “kinks” in the hoses. Note:

Always make sure beam is locked securely into place.

See OPERATING POSITIONS for Horizontal to Vertical Splitting

OPERATION

FILLING THE HYDRAULIC RESERVOIR

Fill the hydraulic reservoir with at least five gallons of General Purpose Hydraulic fluid or

Automatic Transmission fluid. After the hydraulic reservoir and the engine crankcase are filled

correctly with their respective oils, start the engine. Remember to set the throttle and turn on the

fuel shut-off valve. The hydraulic pump should prime itself. With the engine running, move the

hydraulic valve lever toward the wedge. This will cause the cylinder to extend and expel air.

When the cylinder is fully extended, retract it. Repeat this procedure several times. (An erratic

movement of the cylinder indicates that there is air in the system). You may have to add more

fluid and repeat this procedure. Once the cylinder has a smooth and constant speed indicating

that all the air has been expelled, more oil should then be added to bring the fluid level up to

approximately 3” below the fill hole. Standard models require approx. 4.5 gallons of hydraulic

fluid.

NOTE: If the tank is overfilled, it will tend to expel oil from the breather cap when the cylinder

is retracted.

START UP

WARNING: DO NOT START OR RUN THE LOG SPLITTER WITHOUT OIL IN THE

ENGINE AND HYDRAULIC RESERVOIR.

See separate Engine Manual for fuel and oil recommendations. Your log splitter has come

equipped with a fuel shut-off valve for towing purposes.

Before starting engine make sure crankcase is filled correctly with oil and the proper fuel has

been used. The engine will only start when the throttle lever and fuel shut-off valve are turned

to their ON positions.

COLD WEATHER START UP

The Cold Weather Clutch enables the engine to be started without having to pull through cold,

thickened hydraulic fluid. Simply pull the handle out and slide into locked position. Start

engine, let it warm up, and release Cold Weather Clutch. After starting, assure that the lever has

reengaged.

TOWING

This unit should not be towed on any street, highway, or public road without checking the

existing federal, local, and state laws. Any licensing or modifications such as taillights, etc.,

need to comply with existing federal, local, or state vehicle requirements is the sole

responsibility of the purchaser. Obey all regulations when towing on public roads and

highways. See also TOWING SAFETY.

Be sure you are using the correct ball hitch size for the hitch coupler on the log splitter (2” ball).

Be sure safety chains are properly connected. Leave enough slack in chains for turning. See

TOWING SAFETY to read warnings about coupling.

Make sure beam attachment is locked in the horizontal position. NEVER tow splitter in the

vertical position.

Turn the fuel shut-off valve OFF to prevent flooding of the engine while traveling.

TOWING AT NIGHT

The requirements for taillights are based on States regulations. Some states allow towing at

night as long as the towed equipment does not visibly impair the tow vehicle taillights. This is

based on a state, to state requirements. The customer is responsible for meeting the states

requirements. A Taillight Kit Accessory (Part No. 7420)is available and recommended for night

driving.

If a “Statement of Origin” is required in your state, see your local dealer to receive one.

OPERATION

1. Set up the log splitter in a clear, level area and block the wheels. The suction port on the tank

should always be on the lower side of the log splitter.

2. Place a log on the beam, against the foot plate. Make sure the log is securely on the foot plate

and up against the beam.

3. Depress the valve lever so that the cylinder will drive the wedge into the log. Extend the cylinder

until the log splits or to the end of its stroke. If the log has not completely split after the cylinder

has reached the end of its extension, retract the cylinder. NOTE:

Leaving the valve in the “actuate” position at the end of the stroke may damage the pump.

OPERATING POSITIONS

WARNING: THE LOG SPLITTER BEAM IS HEAVY AND CAN PINCH HANDS/FINGERS IF

CARE IS NOT TAKEN.

STANDARD HORIZONTAL TO VERTICAL

The Standard Splitter has 2 operating positions: Horizontal, Vertical.

Remove pin from below beam. Do not remove bolt and nut. Rotate beam into vertical position and pin

so beam cannot fall into horizontal position.

DO NOT TOW IN VERTICAL POSITION!

IMPORTANT: When operating splitter in wooded areas, obtain a spark arrestor for the exhaust system.

See your local engine dealer.

When preparing logs, cut ends as square as possible. The maximum length of any logs should be only

24”.

MAINTENANCE & STORAGE

WARNING: Disconnect spark plug before performing any maintenance or making adjustments.

RESERVOIR FLUID

Check the hydraulic fluid level in the reservoir tank before each use. Operating without an adequate oil

supply will cause severe damage to the pump. Change the hydraulic fluid in the reservoir per

manufacturers recommendations.

Be aware of the environment when disposing of used petroleum products. Please dispose of used

hydraulic fluid, engine oil and any by products from the maintenance of your log splitter at

approved recycling centers.

Should it become necessary to loosen or remove any hydraulic fitting or line, be sure to remove all

pressure by shutting off the engine and moving the control handle back and forth several times.

NEVER remove the cap from the hydraulic tank or reservoir while your unit is running. Hot oil

under pressure will cause injury.

Always store gasoline in an approved, tightly sealed container. Store container in a dry, cool place. Keep

fuel away from gas appliances where fumes could contact open flame, pilot lights or sparks.

Do not operate your splitter in poor mechanical condition or when needing repair. Repair and

replace worn or broken parts immediately.

Periodically tighten nuts, bolts, and hydraulic fittings.

The hydraulic system of your log splitter requires careful inspection, along with the mechanical

parts. Be sure to replace frayed, kinked, or otherwise damaged hydraulic components.

The pressure relief valve on the splitter is preset at the factory. Do not adjust valve. Only a

qualified service technician should perform this adjustment.

If the wedge becomes dull or nicked, it can be removed and sharpened. The wedge is heavy and

may still have sharp edges, wear gloves while handling the wedge.

REPAIR PARTS

Your Swisher Log Splitter has been produced with components designed specifically to this

machine. Although standard springs, hardware, etc. may look similar to parts used on other

machinery, they may in some cases be made of a different construction and/or materials.

SAFETY DECALS

Replace decals immediately if damaged.

OD16 – FUEL SHUT OFF DECAL

OD07 – COLD WEATHER DECAL

OD12 – HYDRAULIC FILL PLUG

DECAL

OD08 – OPERATOR INSTRUCTION

DECAL

OD09 – DANGER/POSITION LOCK

DECAL

SEE DETAIL

FENDERS & FENDER

BRACKETS SOLD

SEPERATELY

14 20

SEE DETAIL

37 41

ASSEMBLY DETAIL

LS728C, LS10528C MODELS

NOT ALL PARTS ARE ON ALL MODELS

SERVICE PARTS

Please have Model and Serial Numbers ready when ordering parts.

Color cannot be guaranteed upon service parts.

ITEM NUMBER

DESCRIPTION

RETURN HOSE 54"

PART NUMBER

7290

7289

PRESSURE HOSE 48"

#12 HOSE CLAMP

LS5001

7319

HYDRAULIC RESERVOIR

1/2-13 X 3 1/2 GR5 BOLT

1/2-13 NYLOCK NUT

RESERVOIR VENT PLUG

3/8-16 X 1 GR5 BOLT

1/2 X 3 1/2 HITCH PIN W/ HAIR PIN

SUCTION HOSE 18"

#16 HOSE CLAMP

NB577

NB281

7379

NB604

NB648

7346

LS4999

7329

RETURN LINE FITTING

FILTER HEAD

LS1112

LS1113

NB647

NB280

7352

FILTER ELEMENT

1/2-13 X 1 1/4 GR5 BOLT

3/8-16 2-WAY LOCK NUT

TANK BRACE

3/8-16 NYLOCK NUT

NB182

HYDRAULIC PUMP - LS622,LS67525 MODEL

HYDRAULIC PUMP - LS928,LS11534 MODELS

1/8 X 1/2 #3 WOODRUFF KEY

5/16-18 2-WAY LOCK NUT

LS2001H

LS2002B

024002

NB558

PUMP PULLEY

7306

SET SCREW W/ NYLOCK

5/16-18 X 3/4 GR2 BOLT

NB312

NB143

7417

FENDER BRACKET - RIGHT SIDE - LS11534 ONLY

FENDER BRACKET - LEFT SIDE - LS11534 ONLY

FENDER - LS11534 ONLY

7418

7428

KICKSTAND

7398

SERVICE PARTS

Please have Model and Serial Numbers ready when ordering parts.

Color cannot be guaranteed upon service parts.

ITEM NUMBER

DESCRIPTION

MOTOR BASE / AXLE

TIRE / WHEEL

PART NUMBER

7297

7296

COTTER PIN

NB633

2203DC

2203CN

NB184

2203B

2203S

644

WHEEL DUST COVER

CASTLE NUT

WASHER

TAPERED BEARING

BEARING SEAL

BELT

IDLER ARM

6681TK

7358

CLUTCH LEVER

SPRING

682S

3/8-16 JAM NUT

NB174

NB196

NB619

NB170

2046

HARDENED WASHER

3/8-16 X 2 1/2 GR5 BOLT

5/16-18 FLANGE NUT

IDLER SPRING MOUNT

WIRE LINK FOR IDLER SPRING

SHOULDER BOLT

IDLER PULLEY

BRS6H

NB220

B527

WASHER

NB272

7321

BELT COVER

#14 x 3/4 SELF-TAPPING SCREW

SAFETY CLIP PIN

TOWING TONGUE

TOWING TONGUE - LS11534

TRAVEL LOCK

NB161

H11

7343

7168

7441

SAFETY CHAIN W/ HOOK

2" BALL COUPLER

3/8-16 X 3 GR5 BOLT

3/8-16 X 3 1/2 GR5 BOLT

7366

7365

NB164

NB649

81A

BEAM DETAIL

ALL MODELS

NOT ALL PARTS ARE ON ALL MODELS

ITEM NUMBER

DESCRIPTION

CLIP PIN

PART NUMBER

NB642

7293

STEEL PIN

HYDRAULIC FITTING

STATIONARY LINE ASSEMBLY

7291

7288

RAM CYLINDER - LS622 MODELS

7284

RAM CYLINDER - LS928&LS67525 MODEL

RAM CYLINDER - LS11534&LS12534DMODEL

1/2-13 X 3 GR5 BOLT

7354

7355

NB131

7233

SPLITTING WEDGE

1/2-13 X 2 1/2 GR5 CARRIAGE BOLT

RETURN LINE FITTING

1/2-13 JAM 2-WAY LOCK NUT

2-WAY PIPE NIPPLE

NB643

7329

NB121

7292

MASTER CHAIN LINK

7424

COTTER PIN

NB597

7387

VALVE INLET FITTING

VALVE CONTROL W/ LEVER

BEAM WELDMENT

7287

7624

BEAM WELDMENT - LS12534D MODEL

1/4 X 1 CLEVIS PIN

7384

NB522

NB213Z

7423/7425

7388

1/2-13 NUT

VALVE LEVER & GRIP

THIN GIB PLATE

THICK GIB PLATE

7237

BOTTOM GIB PLATE

7333

LOCK WASHER

NB508

NB555

81A

FLAT WASHER

ENGINE DETAIL

LS10528C MODELS

ITEM #

DESCRIPTION

ENGINE

PART #

N/A

5/16-18 X 1 1/4 GR5 BOLT

5/16-18 2-WAY LOCK NUT

UPPER SPACER

NB504

NB558

BB105SL

BB105

BB105S

699

ENGINE PULLEY

LOWER SPACER

BELLEVILLE WASHER

7/16-20 X 1 GR5 BOLT W/ NYLOCK

KEYSTOCK

NB452N

9031

106

182

WASHER

TR150W

7416

182

NOTSHOWN

WIRING HARNESS - LS12534D MODEL

OIL DRAIN VALVE

AS122

7414

FUEL SHUT OFF VALVE (INLINE)

100

ENGINE DETAIL

LS728C MODELS

101

102

ITEM #

DESCRIPTION

ENGINE

PART #

N/A

104

5/16-18 X 2 1/2 GR5 BOLT

5/16-18 2-WAY LOCK NUT

5/16-18 X 1 1/4 GR5 BOLT

KEYSTOCK

NB138

NB558

NB504

9030

103

100

101

102

103

104

105

SET SCREW W/ NYLOCK

ENGINE PULLEY - LS622

BELLEVILLE WASHER

3/8-24 X 1 BOLT W/ NYLOCK

NB312

7323

699

NB238N

NOTES

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NOTES

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NOTES

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SPECIFICATIONS

Models

LS728C

LS10528C

Splitting

Force

28 Tons

7 HP Briggs and

Stratton Intek

10.5 HP Briggs

and Stratton I/C

Engine

Splitting

Horizontal and

Vertical

Horizontal and

Vertical

Positions

Cylinder

Size

4 1/2" X 24"

2 Stage with Heavy

Duty Bearings

2 Stage with Heavy

Duty Bearings

Pump

11 Gallons Per

Minute

16 Gallons Per

Minute

Specs

Auto Return

Approx. 4.5 Gallon

24"

Auto Return

Approx. 4.5 Gallon

24"

Valve

Oil

Capacity

Maximum

Log length

4.00 X 4.80 X 8

with High Speed

Bearings

4.00 X 4.80 X 8

with High Speed

Bearings

Tire Specs

Metal

Fenders

2" Ball

535 Lbs

2" Ball

550 Lbs

Ball Hitch

Unit

LOG SPLITTER

OWNER’S

MANUAL

HOW TO ORDER

REPAIR PARTS

Each Log Splitter has its own serial number. Each engine has

its own serial number. The serial number for the Log Splitter

will be found on the right hand side of the hydraulic oil

reservoir. The serial number for the engine will be found on

the top of the blower fan housing.

All Log Splitter parts listed herein may be ordered directly

from Swisher Mower & Machine Co. Inc., your nearest

Swisher dealer, or from our website.

MODEL NO.

LS728C

All engine parts may be ordered from the nearest dealer of the

engine supplied with your log splitter. Parts subject to change

without notice.

LS10528C

WHEN ORDERING PARTS, PLEASE HAVE THE

FOLLOWING INFORMATION AVAILABLE:

* PRODUCT – SWISHER LOG SPLITTER

* SERIAL NUMBER - _______________

* MODEL NUMBER - _______________

* ENGINE MODEL NUMBER - _______________

TYPE - _______________

* PART NUMBER

* PART DESCRIPTION

www.swisherinc.com

TELEPHONE - 1-800-222-8183

FAX - 1-660-747-8650

SWISHER MOWER & MACHINE CO. INC.

1602 CORPORATE DRIVE

WARRENSBURG, MO 64093

SWISHER MOWER & MACHINE CO. INC.

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