Operators Manual

100326-1 - 25 TON FULL BEAM LOG SPLITTER
ASSEMBLY
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If your log splitter was delivered unassembled, follow
these instructions:
1. Make sure the log splitter is on a flat, level surface.
2. Remove the oil plug from the oil tank (A).
3. Add 4 gal. (15.1 L) of hydraulic oil - see specification
section for types of acceptable oil.
4. Check the hydraulic oil level using the oil sight glass.
Oil level should visibly fill the sight glass.
A
 WARNING
DO NOT remove the hydraulic oil fill cap when the engine
is running or hot. Hot oil can escape causing severe burns.
Always allow the log splitter to cool completely before
removing the hydraulic oil cap.
High fluid pressure and temperatures are created in the
hydraulic log splitters. Hydraulic fluid will escape through
a pin-size hole opening and can puncture skin and cause
severe blood poisoning.
Inspect hydraulic system regularly for possible leaks.
Never check for leaks with your hand while the system is
pressurized. Seek medical attention immediately if injured
by escaping fluid.
5. Replace and tighten the oil plug and orient the vent hole
away from the operator zone.
6. Start Engine. (See starting the engine section)
7. Extend and retract the wedge to purge air from the
hydraulic system. When the wedge motion is smooth,
the system is properly purged.
8. Check the hydraulic oil tank sight glass. Add approximately
0.5 gallon (1.9 L) of hydraulic oil to bring the level back up
to the sight glass. Do NOT overfill.
9. Check oil level daily and add as needed.
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NOTICE
When the outdoor temperature is below 32˚F, Dexron III
transmission fluid can be used. Do not mix hydraulic oil and
transmission fluid. Drain all oil or fluid before adding the
other one.
See hydraulic oil system specifications section for more
details.

NOTICE
To check oil level, use the oil sight glass on the tank.
The oil sight glass has a marker for the acceptable level of
oil. If oil is below the marker, add oil as needed. DO NOT
OVERFILL.
Add Fuel
1. Use clean, fresh, regular unleaded gasoline with a
minimum octane rating of 85 and an ethanol content of
less than 10% by volume. ybc
2. DO NOT mix oil with gasoline.
3. Remove the gasoline cap.
4. Slowly add gasoline to the tank. DO NOT OVERFILL.
Gasoline can expand after filling. A minimum of ¼ in.
(6.4 mm) of space left in the tank is required for gasoline
expansion, although more than ¼ in. (6.4 mm) is
recommended. Gasoline can be forced out of the tank as a
result of expansion if overfilled, and can affect the stable
running condition of the log splitter.
5. Screw on the gasoline cap and wipe away any spilled fuel.