Use and Care Manual

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1. Check fuel level and add fuel if needed.
IMPORTANT: Use fresh unleaded fuel with
an octane rating of at least 87. DO NOT use
E85 blended fuels; the engine is not E20 /
E30 / E85 compatible. The maximum
recommended ethanol content is 10%. Ariens
recommends using a quality fuel stabilizer in
all fuel. See Short-Term Storage on page 22.
2. Check engine oil level and add oil if
needed. Refer to engine manual.
3. Check hydraulic oil level. See Check
Hydraulic Oil Level on page 18.
4. Check condition of air cleaner. Refer to
engine manual.
5. Check function of all controls.
CHOOSE WORK SITE
1. Set up log splitter in an area that
provides:
• A dry level surface.
• Good footing that is free of debris or
other tripping hazards.
• Sufficient clearance for engine exhaust
to not blow directly on combustible
material.
2. Disconnect the log splitter from the tow
vehicle before operating. If splitting logs
in the horizontal position, move rear
stabilizer to work position. See Position
Beam on page 14. Chock the wheels to
prevent movement during operation.
POSITION REAR STABILIZER
See Figure 14.
1. Remove hair pin from upper lock pin and
slide lock pin out from brackets.
2. Rotate rear stabilizer up or down until
holes in stabilizer align with holes in
brackets.
IMPORTANT: Rear stabilizer must be locked
in the transport position before towing unit or
before placing beam in vertical operating
position.
3. Insert lock pin all the way through
brackets and stabilizer.
4. Reinstall hair pin.
BEFORE OPERATION
Figure 14
1. Rear Stabilizer
2. Lock Pin
3. Hairpin
1
3
2
2
1
3
Operating Position
Transport Position