Use And Care Manual

Owner’s Manual for 34 Ton Log Splitter 15
General Information and Setup
Figure 2-24. Hour Meter Installation
3. See Figure 2-25. Install the sensor wire into the
sensor wire connector on back of hour meter.
Figure 2-25. Sensor Wire Connection
NOTE: Do not place sensor wire on or near a hot sur-
face.
4. Find a suitable path for the sensor wire leading to
engine spark plug. Use two of the provided cable
ties to secure sensor cable to frame.
5. See Figure 2-26. Wrap sensor wire rightly around
the spark plug wire four or five turns. Secure wire
to itself with a cable tie. Cut and discard unused
wire.
Figure 2-26. Sensor Wire Installation
Engine Fluid Requirements
Adding Fuel and Oil
IMPORTANT NOTE: The unit is shipped without oil in
engine. Traces of oil may be in reservoir from factory
testing. Oil must be added prior to initial operation.
Use only the recommended high detergent engine
oil. Refer to the engine owners manual for informa-
tion.
NOTE: Use only the recommended high detergent
engine oil. See Engine Fluid Requirements.
1. Place unit on a firm, level surface, and verify
engine is cooled.
2. See Figure 2-27. Remove oil dipstick/fill cap (A).
Clean with clean, lint free rag.
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A
B
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Engine Oil
Above 50 °F (10 °C): SAE 30
30–90 °F (-1–32 °C): 10W-30
30 °F (-1 °C) or below: 5W-30
Fuel Unleaded gasoline. Minimum 85 octane rating.
WARNING
Fire and explosion risk. Keep spark and flame
away from liquid and vapor. Do not smoke while
using. Doing so could result in death, serious
injury, or equipment damage.
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WARNING
Skin irritation. Avoid prolonged or repeated contact with
used motor oil. Used motor oil has been shown to cause
skin cancer in laboratory animals. Thoroughly wash
exposed areas with soap and water.
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CAUTION
Engine damage. Verify proper type and quantity of
engine oil prior to starting engine. Failure to do so
could result in engine damage.