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10 Section 2— ASSembly & Set-Up
9. Extend and retract the wedge 12 complete cycles to remove
any trapped air in the system (the system is “self-bleeding”).
10. Refill the reservoir within the range marked on the dipstick
if necessary.
NOTE: Some fluid may overflow from the vent plug as
the system builds heat and the fluid expands and seeks a
balanced level.
Preparing the Log Splitter
1. Lubricate the beam area (where the splitting wedge will
slide) with engine oil. Do not use grease.
2. Remove the vented reservoir dipstick, which is located in front
of the engine on top of the reservoir tank. See Figure 3-9
Dipstick
Reservoir
Tank
Figure 3-9
NOTE: The log splitter is filled to the proper operating level
from the manufacturer with Shell Tellus® S2 M 32 Hydraulic
Fluid. However, you MUST check the fluid level before
operating. If not filled, proceed with the following steps:
WARNING! Much of the original fluid has been
drawn into the cylinder and hoses. Make certain to
refill the reservoir to prevent damage to the
hydraulic pump.
3. Check the fluid level using the dipstick. See Figure 3-9. Do
not overfill.
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 not recommended that
fluids be mixed, to top off the reservoir tank during initial
set-up use Shell Tellus® S2 M 32 Hydraulic Fluid only.
4. Replace the vented dipstick securely, tightening it until the
top of the threads are flush with top of the pipe.
5. Disconnect the spark plug and prime the pump by pulling the
recoil starter as far as it will go. Repeat approximately 10 times.
6. Reconnect the spark plug wire and start the engine
following instructions in the Engine Operator’s manual.
7. Use the control handle to engage the wedge to the farthest
extended position. Then retract the wedge.
8. Refill the tank as specified on the dipstick if necessary
NOTE: Failure to refill the tank will void the splitter’s warranty.