Operator's Manual
LSM75BVG, LSM55H, LSM80H
WARNING: READ ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE MACHINE!
If incorrectly used this machine can cause severe injury. Those who use and maintain this
machine should be trained in its proper use, warned of its dangers, and should read the en-
tire manual before attempting to set up, operate, adjust, or service this machine.
The Engine Exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State
of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.
IMPORTANT: THIS UNIT IS EQUIPPED WITH AN INTERNAL COMBUSTION ENGINE AND SHOULD NOT
BE USED ON OR NEAR ANY UNIMPROVED FOREST-COVERED, BRUSH-COVERED, OR GRASS-COV-
ERED LAND UNLESS THE ENGINE'S EXHAUST SYSTEM IS EQUIPPED WITH A SPARK ARRESTER
MEETING APPLICABLE LOCAL LAWS (IF ANY). IF A SPARK ARRESTER IS USED, IT SHOULD BE MAINTAINED IN EFFECTIVE
WORKING ORDER BY THE OPERATOR. IN THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA, A SPARK ARRESTER IS REQUIRED BY LAW (SEC-
TION 4442 OF THE CALIFORNIA PUBLIC RESOURCES CODE). OTHER STATES MAY HAVE SIMILAR LAWS. FEDERAL LAWS
APPLY ON FEDERAL LANDS. SEE YOUR AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER FOR A SPARK ARRESTER.
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Safety Information continued from page 2
MAINTENANCE
• Keep machine in good working condition.
Allow the engine to cool before refueling.
• Never smoke while operating or refueling your log splitter.
Gas fumes can easily explode.
• Do not alter your log splitter in any manner. Such altera-
tions could cause your splitter to be unsafe.
• Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting the machine,
shut off the engine and make certain all moving parts have
stopped. Disconnect spark plug.
• If gasoline is spilled move machine away from the area of
the spill and avoid creating any source of ignition until the
spilled gas has evaporated.
• Take a class B fire extinguisher with you when operating
your log splitter in dry areas as a precautionary measure.
• COMPLETELY drain the fuel tank prior to storage. This
guards against accumulation of fuel fumes which could
result in a fire hazard.
• Follow the recommendations for maintenance described
in this manual and the engine literature.
• Store gasoline only in an approved container.
• Never store machine with fuel in the fuel tank inside a
building where open flame or spark are present. Allow
engine to cool before storing in any enclosure.
• Frequently check all bolts and other connectors for
proper tightness before operating the equipment.
• Replace safety decals as needed.
HYDRAULIC SAFETY
• The hydraulic system of your log splitter requires care-
ful inspection along with the mechanical parts. Be sure
to replace frayed, kinked, cracked or otherwise damaged
hydraulic components.
• Fluid escaping from a very small hole can almost be
invisible. Do not check for leaks with your hand. Escaping
fluid under pressure can have sufficient force to penetrate
skin, causing serious personal injury or even death. Leaks
can be located by passing a piece of cardboard or wood
over the suspected leak and look for discoloration.
• If injured by escaping fluid, see a doctor at once. Serious
infection or reaction can develop if proper medical treat-
ment is not administered immediately.
• Should it become necessary to loosen or remove any
hydraulic fitting or line, be sure to relieve all pressure by
shutting off the engine and moving the control handle back
and forth several times.
• Don't remove the cap from the hydraulic tank or reservoir
while your log splitter is running. Hot oil under pressure
could result in serious injury.
TOWING SAFETY
• Never tow your splitter at road speeds unless it is
equipped with a suspension package.
• Obey all state and local regulations when towing on pub-
lic roads and highways.
• Before towing, be certain that the splitter is correctly and
securely attached to the vechicle. Attach the safety chain
with slack for turning allowance.
• Don't allow anyone to sit or ride on your log splitter.
They can easily fall off and be seriously injured.
• Before using your log splitter, disconnect it from the tow-
ing vehicle. A log can easily be pushed forward onto the
vehicle.
• Never carry any cargo or wood on your log splitter. It
may fall off and injure bystanders.
PREVENT FIRE
• The pressure relief valve on your log splitter is preset at
the factory. Do not adjust the valve. Only a qualified ser-
vice technician should perform this adjustment.
• NEVER operate your log splitter near a flame or spark.
Hydraulic oil and gasoline are flammable and can explode.
• Don't fill the gas tank while the engine is hot or running.
AS S EMBLY
1. You will need help lifting. Get help before you start.
2. Cut Bands and remove top part of crate.
3. With help lift the reservoir and engine assembly from crate and turn to rest it across the crate.
4. Install wheels. Apply a good grade of wheel bearing grease. Grease is available from any hardware store or auto
parts store.
5. Install tongue using 1/2" x 4 1/2" capscrews (Ref. 52, Figure 2) and 1/2" (Ref. 13, Figure 2) nuts.
6. Lift assembly and put on level concrete or floor.
7. Never attempt to lift Beam assembly unaided. Stand I -Beam on end. Roll reservoir assembly to standing I-
Beam. Attach I-Beam to reservoir assembly using 5/8" x 7 1/2" bolt (Ref. 17) and 5/8" Nylon Lock Nut (Ref. 15).
8. Lift beam into horizontal position and lock in place with lynch pin.
9. Connect hydraulic hoses. Remove 3/4" plug from reservoir. Screw in 3/4" return hose. This hose goes from the
control valve to the reservoir.
10. Remove 1/2" plastic plug from pump. Attach high pressure hose going from control valve to pump.
11. Your log splitter is shipped with only enough fluid to prevent damage with accidental starting. There is not enough
fluid to split wood. Fill hydraulic reservoir 3/4 full.
12. Fill engine with oil according to engine manual.
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Operation
Before Starting Your Log Splitter . . .
1. Check your Log Splitter. Be sure all bolts are tight. After several hours of operating and at periodic maintenance
intervals, check all fasteners and tighten securely as required.
WARNING : YOUR ENGINE IS SHIPPED WITHOUT OIL. YOU MUST FILL THE
ENGINE WITH OIL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO CRANK YOUR ENGINE.
2. Check oil and fill according to the engine owner's manual.
• Read Engine manual for full instructions and safety warnings.
• Place splitter on level ground.
• Clean around oil fill area.
• Remove dipstick. Wipe with clean cloth.
• Reinsert dipstick and tighten. Remove dipstick and check.
• Oil should be at FULL level.
• If oil is required, add slowly. Recheck level.
• Tighten dipstick and clean around oil fill area before starting.
3. Fill engine with clean unleaded gasoline according to the engine owner's manual.
WARNING: GASOLINE IS FLAMMABLE. USE CAUTION WHEN HANDLING OR STORING GAS-
OLINE. NEVER FILL THE GAS TANK WHILE THE ENGINE IS RUNNING OR HOT. ALLOW THE
ENGINE TO COOL BEFORE ADDING GAS. CLEAN ANY SPILLED GASOLINE.
4. Check hydraulic fittings and tubing. Do not operate splitter with defective hydraulic assembly.
5. Check hydraulic fluid level. Do not operate splitter without hydraulic fluid.
6. Check the air cleaner element. Insure that the air filter is clean.
7. Familiarize yourself with all operating controls.
Log Cradle
Splitting Wedge
Operating Controls
Operating Handle
1. Throttle --
• To crank engine pull throttle
all the way out to the choke
position.
Splitting Ram
Beam
Hydraulic Return Hose
• To operate engine position
the throttle to the 3/4 out posi-
tion.
Hydraulic Fluid Reservoir
• To turn engine off push
throttle all the way in.
Tongue
2. Operating Handle --
• To split logs push handle
Hitch
forward towards the front of the
splitter.
• To stop splitting action re-
lease handle.
U Bracket and Clevis Pin
Safety Chain
Hydraulic Fluid Filter
Figure 1
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO START OR OPERATE THIS SPLITTER UNTIL YOU ARE COMPLETELY FAMILIAR WITH
LOCATION AND USE OF EACH CONTROL NECESSARY TO OPERATE THIS SPLITTER. YOU MUST KNOW
HOW TO STOP THIS MACHINE BEFORE YOU START IT. EACH TIME PRIOR TO STARTING, CHECK THE
THROTTLE ASSEMBLY TO INSURE IT IS WORKING PROPERLY.
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Starting the engine
1. Read engine owner's manual for complete starting instruction. Do not operate this Splitter without reading
the engine owner's manual.
2. Move the throttle control lever out to the START position.
3. Grasp rope handle and pull slowly until resistance is felt. Then pull cord rapidly to overcome compression,
prevent kickback and start engine.
4. Operate engine in the 3/4 throttle position.
Splitting Wood
Logs may be split in either a vertical or horizontal position. To place splitter into the vertical position. Remove
clevis pin from u-bracket on tongue (see Figure 1) and push beam into position. Reattach clevis pin.
1. Always keep hands and feet from the splitting area.
2. To prevent severe injury only one person should operate the log splitter. Any helpers or bystanders should
remain at least 10 feet from the splitter.
3. Place log up to 26" long into log cradle.
4. Standing in the safe splitting zone, push long handle forward or down. When log is split release handle.
5. For best results and safety do not attempt to split across the grain of the wood.
6. Remove pieces and place a safe distance from the splitter.
7. Reload splitter.
Maintenance
There is very little maintenance with your Maxim Log Splitter.
Follow engine manual for taking care of your engine.
Before each use . . .
1. Check oil in engine.
2. Check hydraulic fluid.
3. Check to make sure all bolts holding the engine are tight.
4. Check to insure that all hydraulic fittings are tight.
After each use . . .
Clean dust and debris from engine.
After 25 splitting hours . . .
1. Check oil in engine.
2. Check hydraulic fluid.
3. Check and clean air filter.
After 100 splitting hours . . .
1. Change hydraulic fluid.
Hydraulic Fluid
1. To check fluid
• Place splitter on level ground.
• Remove fluid check plug (See figure 1).
• Insert clean dowel or other dip stick into hydraulic fluid tank. Level should be 1/2 to 3/4 full.
• Add fluid, if needed. Use any good universal tractor grade hydraulic fluid. You should be able to find the fluid at
any Co-op, tractor supply, and many hardware stores. Do not mix different types of fluid.
• Recheck level.
2. To change fluid
• Unscrew hydraulic fluid filter (See figure 1)
• Drain old oil into an appropriate container. Dispose of properly.
• After the old hydraulic oil is drained, replace filter (Figure 4, #47a) and refill reservoir with any good quality uni
versal tractor grade hydraulic fluid.
3. To remove air from the hydraulic line
• Lift rear wheels onto a raised surface.
• Block wheels.
• Start engine.
• Move operating handles forward and backward several times until the hydraulic ram moves smoothly.
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Limited Warranty
Maxim Manufacturing Corporation, through its dealers will repair or replace any part, or parts of the
LSM75BVG, LSM55H, or LSM80H frame that is defective in material or workmanship or both. Transpor-
tation charges on parts submitted for repair or replacement under this Warranty must be borne by
purchaser. The original sales receipt must be submitted as proof of purchase date. The sales receipt
will be returned. Maxim Manufacturing Corporation assumes no liability for labor charges made in perfor-
mance of this warranty.
The Warranty period is one (1) year.
The Tires and Hydraulic Tubing are not warranted because during normal service they are subject to
normal wear.
The Warranty on the Log Splitter is Void if:
A. Frame is broken or bent due to abuse.
B. Wheels are bent or broken due to impact.
C. Altering of engine or its components has occurred.
All warranties are voided if the Splitter has been altered , rented, used under abnormal condi-
tions, or subject to abuse, misuse, neglect, or improper maintenance.
The Engine is warranted by the engine manufacturer, not by Maxim Manufacturing Corporation. See
Engine Owner's Manual for information regarding engine warranty.
Should you experience problems with your Log Splitter take it back to your authorized Maxim
dealer or distributor to make warranty claims.
Maxim Manufacturing is not liable for any damage claim or liability claim, personal or oth-
erwise, resulting from the operation of this splitter in any way.
Maxim Manufacturing Corporation • Sebastopol, MS 39359 • www.maximmfg.com • (601) 625-7471 • 10/2005
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