Use and Care Manual

Maintenance & Adjustments
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WARNING! Do not make any adjustments without
stopping the engine, disconnecting the spark plug
wire, grounding it against the engine and relieving
the hydro system pressure. Always wear safety
glasses during operation or while performing any
adjustments or repairs.
Engine
Refer to the Engine Operator’s Manual packed with your log splitter
for all engine maintenance.
Tire Pressure
The max recommended operating pressure is 30 psi. Do not, under
any circumstances, exceed the manufacturer’s recommended psi.
Maintain equal pressure on all tires.
WARNING! Excessive pressure when seating beads
may cause the tire/rim assembly to burst with force
sufficient to cause serious injury. Refer to the sidewall
of the tire for recommended pressure.
Hydraulic Fluid
Check the hydraulic fluid level in the log splitter reservoir
tank before each use. Maintain the fluid level within the range
specified on the dipstick at all times.
Change the hydraulic fluid in the reservoir every 100 hours of
operation. The inlet filter should also be changed with each
hydraulic fluid change. Follow the steps below:
1. Place a suitable oil collection container under the tank.
2. Disconnect the suction hose from the bottom of the
reservoir tank. See Figure 6-1.
Suction
Hose
Inlet
Filter
Figure 6-1
3. Carefully unthread the inlet filter and clean it with penetrating
oil. See Figure 6-2.
Inlet Filter
Figure 6-2
4. Allow the fluid to drain into a suitable container.
NOTE: The reservoir tank has a capacity of 3 gallons and the
entire hydraulic system has a capacity of approximately 4.7
gallons.
5. Reinstall the filter inlet screen and hose. Tighten the hose
clamp.
6. Check the fluid level using the dipstick. Do not overfill. When
checking the fluid, always make sure to tighten the dipstick
until the top of the threads are flush with the top of the pipe.
NOTE: Approved fluids include Shell Tellus® S2 M 32 Hydraulic
Fluid, Dexron® III / Mercon® automatic transmission fluid, Pro-
Select™ AW-32 Hydraulic Oil or 10WAW-ISO viscosity grade 32
hydraulic oil. It is recommended that fluids not be mixed.
7. Replace the vented dipstick securely, tightening it until the
top of the threads are flush with top of the pipe.
8. Disconnect the spark plug and prime the pump by pulling the
recoil starter as far as it will go. Repeat approximately 10 times.
9. Reconnect the spark plug wire and start the engine following
the instructions in the Engine Operator’s manual.
10. Use the control handle to engage the wedge to the farthest
extended position. Then retract the wedge.