General Maintenance Check (before operating)
The hydraulic system (hoses, cylinder, and pump) should be carefully inspected before
each use. Also, inspect the mechanical parts at the same time. Make sure all clamps,
nuts, bolts, fittings, etc. are properly installed and tightened.
Do not check for leaks with your hand. Leaks can be located by pass-
ing a piece of cardboard or wood around the suspected leak and look-
ing for discoloration. High-pressure fluid escaping from a very small
hole can be almost invisible. Escaping fluid under pressure can have
sufficient force to penetrate skin, causing serious injury or even death.
If fluid is injected into your skin, it must be treated immediately by a doc-
tor familiar with this type of injury.
Always replace frayed, kinked, or cracked hoses and/or other damaged hydraulic com-
ponents with Brave Products authorized parts and components specified in the “Parts”
section of this manual. Replacement parts from secondary suppliers (not original Brave
replacement parts) can lead to product damage and/or personal injury, and will void the
warranty.
Do not remove the cap from the hydraulic tank or reservoir while the log
splitter is running. Hot oil, under pressure, could be expelled, resulting
in serious injury.
Should it become necessary to loosen or remove any hydraulic fitting or hose, be sure to
relieve all hydraulic pressure by shutting off the engine, removing the spark plug wire,
and moving the valve control handle back and forth several times until no cylinder move-
ment is visible.
Engine Service
Refer to the engine manufacturers’ manual for engine maintenance and repair.
Storage
Refer to the engine manufacturers’ manual for engine storage. No special procedures
are required for the hydraulic system to store the log splitter.
CAUTION
WARNING
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