Buffalo Tools KSPLIT19, Instruction Manual

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KSPLIT19 GASOLINE POWERED KINETIC LOG SPLITTER INSTRUCTION MANUAL
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Changing/Adding Oil
The oil level in this log splitter should be checked before each use. If oil level is low, add oil until the level is sufficient to
operate. (See Figure 2.) The oil should be changed after the first 20 hours of operation. Subsequently, the oil should be
changed every 6 months, or for every 100 hours of use, or when the oil has become contaminated with water and/or dirt.
To drain the oil from this log splitter:
1. Place a bucket underneath this log splitter to catch oil as it drains.
2. Unscrew the oil drain plug located on the crankcase using 10 mm hex wrench. (See Figure 3.)
3. Allow all the oil to drain from this log splitter.
4. Replace the oil drain plug and tighten using 10 mm hex wrench. (See Figure 3.)
NOTE: Never dispose of used motor oil in the trash, down a drain or on the ground. Put oil in a sealed container and
contact your local recycling center or auto garage to arrange oil disposal.
Air Filter Maintenance
Routine maintenance of the air filter helps maintain proper airflow to the carburetor. Occasionally verify that the air filter is
free of excessive dirt. The air filter will require frequent cleaning when operating this log splitter in extremely dusty areas.
1. To clean the air filter, remove the foam filter element from the log splitter and wash it in warm water and household dish
detergent. Thoroughly rinse and dry. Pour a small amount of motor oil onto the filter, ring out ALL excess oil, and reinstall
the foam filter element in the log splitter.
2. Unscrew the bolts, or unsnap the clips at the top and bottom of the air filter cover, located below the choke lever, to
access foam filter element.
Spark Plug Maintenance
The spark plug is essential for proper engine operation. The spark plug should be intact, free of deposits, and properly
gapped. A bad or incorrectly installed spark plug can cause engine damage. To inspect the spark plug:
1. Remove the spark plug by pulling on the spark plug cap.
2. Unscrew the spark plug from this log splitter by using the included spark plug wrench.
3. Visually inspect the spark plug. If it is cracked and/or chipped, discard and install a new spark plug. Using a F7RTC
spark plug, or NGK compatible BPR6ES, is recommended.
4. Measure the spark plug electrode gap with a gauge. The gap should be 0.020-0.028in (0.5-0.7mm). (See Figure 9.)
5. If re-using the spark plug, use a wire brush to clean dirt from around the spark plug base and then re-gap the plug.
6. Screw the spark plug back into place on this log splitter by using the included spark plug wrench.
7. Replace the spark plug cap.
Figure 9 - Measuring the spark
plug gap