Bolens 522 User Manual

OWMEirSGUM• ASSEMBLY • OPERATION • MAINTENANCE •VERTICAL LOG SPLITTERModel 522IMPORTANT!Record the exact Model No. and Serial No.which appear on th

TO STOP ENGINE1. Move throttle control to STOP position.2. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug to prevent accidental starting while equi

AWARNING: If the fluid becomes excessively hot at any time during operation, stop the unit and allow the fluid to cool down. Maximum performance will

RESERVOIR FLUIDCheck the hydraulic fluid level in the log splitter reservoir tank before each use. Fluid level should b 51-1/2" to 2" from

11. Set .010 to .060 inch clearance between the nylon “spider” and the engine coupling half by sliding a matchbook cover between the nylon “spider” an

HOW YOUR LOG SPLITTER OPERATESTHE PUMPA two-stage log splitter pump has one large and one small gear section, using common inlet and outlet por

TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDETroublePossible Cause(s)Corrective ActionEngine fails to start1. Fuel shut-off valve closed (if so equipped).1. Open fuel shut-o

Air Filter Element Part No. 491588ASSORTEDPARTSLISTSpark Plug Part No. 754-3338Engine Oil (SAE 30) Part No. 737-0208tFoam Pre-Cleaner Part No. 491435F

IMPORTANT INFORMiVTION FOR LOG SPLITTER USERSALWAYS:Use clean fluid and check fluid level regularly Use Dexron II Automatic Transmission Fluid or 10W

For Parts, Accessories or Service InformationCall 1-800-800-7310Copy the information from your model plate here:Model Number□□□□□□□□□□aSerial Number□□

IMPORTANTRULES FOR SAFE OPERATIONTHIS SYMBOL POINTS OUT IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WHICH, IF NOT FOLLOWED. COULD ENDANGER THE PERSONAL k SAFETY AND

2. Know how to stop the unit and disengage the controi3. Never piace hands or feet between log and splitting wedge or between log and end plate duri

ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONSTools Required for Assembly(1) Crowbar or Large Screwdriver(1) Soft Hammer or Mallet(2) 9/16" Wrenches*(2) 1/2" Wrenche

FIGURE 3.4. Place one flat washer just removed on each axle. Secure with hex slotted nut. Tighten siotted nut until snug, then back off approximately

FIGURE 6.ControlValveControlHandleINSTALLING THE HITCH1. Using two 9/16" wrenches, remove the hardware which is assembled through the sides of t

ReservoirTank/ /SuctionHoseFIGURE 9.FIGURE 10.ATTACHING THE HOSESSuction Hose1. The suction hose is attached to the reservoir tank, beneath the engine

f. Refill the reservoir to within 1-1/2" to 2" from the top of the tank. Much of the original fluid has been drawn into the cylinder and hos