Instructions / Assembly

Oil-drain plug
Figure 18
STORAGE
Gasoline can become stale when stored over 30
days. Stale fuel can cause acid and gum deposits
that form in the fuel system or on carburetor parts.
For engine fuel that is stored less than 30 days, add
a fuel stabilizer to keep the fuel fresh. Turn the fuel
valve lever to the off position. If fuel is stored over 30
days, then drain the fuel tank as stated in the engine
manual.
Always drain fuel from the tank in an outdoor, well-
ventilated area.
Stay away from sources of heat, flame, or sparks
while handling fuel.
Clean up fuel spills immediately.
Never store the log splitter inside where there is
a source of heat or an open flame, spark, or pilot
light, such as a water heater, space heater, furnace,
clothes dryer, or other gas appliance. EVEN IF the log
splitter's fuel tank is empty, residual gasoline vapors
could ignite.
Never store the log splitter near fertilizer or any other
corrosive material.
Never spray the engine or log splitter with a pressure
washer. Water can contaminate the fuel system and
can enter the engine and damage the engine.
4. Refer to the engine manual for proper engine storage instructions.
Follow the instructions below for storing your log splitter between
uses.
1. Retract the wedge completely to keep the rod protected from
corrosion.
2. Allow the machine to cool 5 minutes before storing.
3. Clear the debris from the beam, wedge, and end plate. Use
a damp cloth to clear exterior surfaces of the engine and log
splitter. Use a soft bristle brush to remove excess dirt and oil.
Use an air compressor (25 PSI) to clear dirt and small debris.
Wipe the beam, wedge, and all metal parts with an oil rag to
prevent corrosion.
5. Store the log splitter in a location away from corrosive
materials, sources of heat, open ames, sparks, or pilot lights.
6. Store gasoline in a cool, dry place in a UL listed tightly sealed
container.
Gasoline vapors can ignite if they collect inside an
enclosure and explosion can result.
MAINTENANCE
HYDRAULIC
OIL
FILLING
MAX.
MIN.
Inspect and maintain the log splitter before each use. If the
log splitter has been used previously, it must be inspected and
maintained before each subsequent use.
Always shut off the engine and relieve system pressure before
inspecting, cleaning, adjusting, or repairing the splitter. Relieve
system pressure by moving the split control lever back and forth
several times.
Remove debris from the engine, mufer, and moving parts. Debris
on a hot engine can be a re hazard. Clean debris and chaff from the
engine cylinder head, cylinder head ns, blower housing rotating
screen, and mufer areas.
Avoid contact with hot mufer.
Debris on moving parts can cause excess wear. Clear
debris from the slide beam, wedge, and end plate.
Use a drain pan to aid in the removal of all used oil and particles.
Remove oil drain plug to drain oil from the hydraulic transmission
system. Examine oil for metal chips as a precaution to future
problems.
After oil has been completely drained from the machine, reinstall
drain plug.
OIL DRAINING
ADD HYDRAULIC OIL TO OIL TANK
1. Make sure the log splitter is on a at, level surface.
2. Remove the oil dipstick from the oil tank.
3. The recommended hydraulic oil type:
10W AW32
ASLE H-150
ISO 32
5. Start the engine and use the control valve handle to extend
and retract the wedge ve times to remove air from the high
pressure lines.
6. With the wedge retracted and engine off, check the oil level
again. Fill if necessary.
7. Cycle the cylinder again until it has a constant speed. This
indicates that all air has been expelled.
4. Make sure the hydraulic oil level reaches the upper line of
the dipstick.
Completely install the dipstick when checking oil
level.
Never remove the hydraulic oil dipstick when the
engine is running or hot. Hot oil can escape causing
severe burns. Allow the log splitter to cool completely
before removing the hydraulic oil dipstick.
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