Use and Care Manual

CLEANING THE LOG SPLITTER

Never clean the log splitter when it is running! Never clean with a bucket of water or a hose.

If the log splitter becomes dirty, clean the exterior with a damp cloth, a soft brush, a vacuum or pressurized air.

CHECKING THE OIL

Check the oil level of the engine according to the Recommended Maintenance

Schedule (page 22). The engine is equipped with an automatic shutoff to protect it

from running on low oil. The engine should be checked before each use for proper

oil level. This is a critical step for proper engine starting. To check the oil level:

1. Make sure the log splitter is on a level surface.

2. Remove dipstick and wipe the dipstick with a clean rag. Insert the dipstick into the

oil fill opening without screwing it in. Remove the dipstick to check the oil mark. Add

oil if the oil mark covers less than one half of the dipstick.

3. Slowly add more oil and repeat step 2 until the oil mark reaches the top of

the dipstick. Do not overfill the crankcase.

4. Reinstall oil dipstick.

MAINTENANCE & CARE

CHANGING/ADDING OIL

Change the oil according to the Recommended Maintenance Schedule.

Change the oil when the engine is warm. This will allow for complete

drainage. Change oil more often if operating under heavy load or high

ambient temperatures. It is also necessary to drain the oil from the

crankcase if it has become contaminated with water or dirt. The oil

capacity of the engine is 20 fl.oz. Add oil when the oil level is low. For

proper type and weight of oil refer to “Step 1 - Add Oil” portion of the

“Log Splitter Preparation” section.

Drain the oil from the engine according to the following steps.

1. Place the log splitter on a level surface.

2. Unscrew the drain bolt from the engine and set aside.

3. After draining, install the drain bolt and tighten it securely.

4. Fill the crankcase with fresh oil and reinstall the dipstick. Clean any oil spillage.

Oil Dipstick

Oil Fill Opening, Dipstick and

Oil Level

Drain Bolt