1 INTRODUCTIONCongratulations on your choice of Log Splitters. This equipment has been designed and manufactured tomeet the needs of a discriminating buyer for the splitting of logs.The Gearmore trailer mounted, engine driven log splitters are the latest compact designed splitters. The unitsare available with two different engines 6 H.P. Briggs and Stratton or 5.5 H.P. Honda. The log splitters can beused in the vertical or horizontal position. The 2" ball hitch allows the log splitter to be towed by ATVs, utilityvehicles, small tractors, etc.Safe, efficient and trouble free operation of your Log Splitter requires that you and anyone else who will beoperating or maintaining the machine, read and understand the Safety, Operation, and Maintenanceinformation contained within the Operator's Manual.Keep this manual handy for frequent reference and to pass on to new operators or owners. Call your dealer,or us if you need assistance, information or additional copies of the manuals.1