North Star M1108D - Manual (Page 12)

Moving and Towing to the Job Site
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Towing:
1. Read instructions Review towing safety instructions in your vehicle manual.
2. Check tires Make sure tires are fully inflated and in good repair.
WARNING:
• Do not over-inflate tires. Serious injury can occur if tire explodes.
• When seating a bead after repair, do not exceed 30 PSI. Pressures higher than
30 PSI can cause the tire and wheel to rupture and explode.
3. Attach to hitch
(2” ball)
Attach log splitter to vehicle hitch
1. Attach log splitter’s coupler to a class 2 or higher hitch with 2” ball (only).
2. Adjust coupler to ball by raising locking lever and turning lock nut with fingers.
3. Proper adjustment is obtained when coupler is as tight as possible on ball and
locking lever can still be opened and closed.
4. Lock lever closed to secure the attachment. An optional locking pin or padlock
may be inserted in the locking lever hole for extra security.
4. Attach safety
chains
Attach safety chains.
1. Two safety chains must be used while towing.
2. Cross safety chains under the coupler allowing only enough slack for vehicle
turns.
5. Put front
outrigger leg
UP
Move the front outrigger leg to the “UP” position and lock. (Both outrigger legs
must remain in the up position during towing.)