Ariens 22-Ton Log Splitter Specifications Page 1

Models917001 – 27-Ton Log Splitter917002 – 34-Ton Log SplitterLog Splitter03860300E 8/10Printed in USAENGLISHFRANÇAISESPAÑOLOwner/Operator ManualManue

GB - 101. Control Lever2. Splitter Wedge3. End Plate/Grip4. Beam5. Hydraulic Cylinder6. Stripper Plate7. Oil Drain Plug8. Fuel Tank/Filler9. Recoil St

GB - 11CONTROLS AND FEATURESSee figure 7 for all controls and features locations.Engine SwitchThe engine switch has two positions:1. OFF – Engine will

GB - 12Out/Down (1) – Move lever in this direction to extend cylinder toward end plate. Keep pressure on lever until log is split. Lever does not lock

GB - 133. Continue to retract the cylinder until the log is dislodged from the splitter wedge.4. Once removed from the splitter wedge rotate log and s

GB - 14Rear Stabilizer(Figure 15)Rear stabilizer must be positioned down and locked in place when operating in the horizontal position.1. Remove hair

GB - 154. Set the choke lever based on engine temperature (see Choke Control Lever on page 11).5. Slowly pull the recoil starter until engine compress

GB - 16Splitting LogsDetermine if the size of the logs to be split can be safely and comfortably lifted up onto the beam in the horizontal position. I

GB - 17IMPORTANT: Proper maintenance can prolong the life of unit. The following chart shows the recommended service schedule.MAINTENANCE SCHEDULEWARN

GB - 18HYDRAULIC OIL SYSTEMChecking Hydraulic Oil LevelIMPORTANT: ADD OIL BEFORE OPERATING! Add hydraulic oil to operating level before use. Do not ov

GB - 198. Spin new oil filter onto filter housing until it makes contact. Tighten oil filter another 1/2 turn.9. Add new oil to the oil tank.10. Check

GB - 2SAFETY. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8CONTROLS AND FEATURES . . . .

GB - 20TROUBLESHOOTINGPROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE CORRECTIONEngine will not start. 1. Engine switch in Off position. 1. Move switch to On position (see Eng

GB - 21SERVICE PARTSSee your authorized Ariens dealer for genuine OEM service parts.Part No. Qty Description03835951 1 Wedge, Splitter03931900 1 Hydra

ARIENS COMPANYGRAVELY® | STENS® | LOCKE® | NATIONAL® | BYNORM® | EVERRIDE® | GREAT DANE® Con_L&G_201022Two-Year Limited Lawn and Garden Warranty

ARIENS COMPANYGRAVELY® | STENS® | LOCKE® | NATIONAL® | BYNORM® | EVERRIDE® | GREAT DANE® Con_L&G_201023To find an Ariens or Gravely authorized s

Ariens Company655 West Ryan StreetBrillion, WI 54110-1072920-756-2141Fax 920-756-2407www.ariens.com

GB - 3PRODUCT REGISTRATIONThe Ariens dealer must register the product at the time of purchase. Registering the product will help the company process w

GB - 4SAFETY ALERTSThe safety alert symbol is used in decals and with this manual. Understand the safety message. It contains important information ab

GB - 52. WARNING!3. WARNING!4. WARNING!5. DANGER!Keep hands away from moving parts. Moving parts can crush or cut.Operate the log splitter on level su

GB - 6OPERATOR ZONEThis unit is designed to be operated by one person located in the operator zone (see figure 3).SAFETY RULESIf unit is to be used by

GB - 7Do not move the unit up or down a hill by hand. Use a tow vehicle with suitable braking system.Use extra care when towing unit. DO NOT exceed 45

GB - 8Position logs against end plate grips before operating hydraulic cylinder.Split logs end to end in the direction of the grain, not against the g

GB - 9Attach Control Lever(Figure 6)1. Remove the clevis pin (1) and cotter pin (2) from the control valve.2. Rotate the control lever up and reinsert