LST12 15 Ton Log Splitter
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STARTING
IMPORTANT: THE ENGINE AND HYDRAULIC RESERVOIR ARE SHIPPED WITHOUT OIL. SEE THE
ENGINE OPERATOR’S FOR THE TYPE OF CRANKCASE OIL, FUEL, ETC. THE ENGINE
MANUFACTURER RECOMMENDS UNLEADED GASOLINE ONLY.
HYDRAULIC OIL RECOMMENDATIONS:
3.38 Qt (3.2 Liter) All Weather AW-ISO 32
ENGINE OIL RECOMMENDATIONS:
20.25 ounces (0.6 Liter)
SAE 10W-30 oil
STARTING INSTRUCTIONS:
1.
Turn engine switch to “ON” position. (See Illustration A)
2.
Turn fuel valve to “ON” position. (See Illustration B)
3.
Move the throttle lever to “FAST”. Always operate the engine with throttle lever in the “FAST” position.
4.
Move choke control lever to “CHOKE” position.
5.
Grasp rope handle and pull slowly until resistance is felt. Then pull rapidly to start engine and avoid
engine kickback.
6.
Allow the engine to warm up. If operating in warm weather, move the choke control lever toward “RUN” in
small increments over several seconds. For cold weather operation do this procedure over several
minutes. Operate with choke lever in the “RUN” position.
7.
To stop engine, move the throttle lever to the “SLOW” position.
NOTE: The maximum governed speed on the engine is preset at the factory to 3,600 RPM no load
speed. When splitting wood, the throttle should be set at the maximum setting to develop the
horsepower required for the pump.
8.
Turn switch to “OFF” position.
NOTE: The switch is located on the side of the engine.
WARNING
ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES DURING OPERATION AND KEEP HANDS AND FEET
CLEAR OF RAM, STRIPPER CHANNELS AND FOOT PLATE AT ALL TIMES.
DO NOT OPERATE LOG SPLITTER IF THE OIL LEVEL IS MORE THAN TWO INCHES
FROM TOP OF TANK WHEN THE WEDGE IS IN THE RETURNED POSITON.
9.
For your convenience the ram/beam assembly can be elevated, providing more comfort in certain
situations. To raise the beam/ram assembly, pull lock pin first then replace when up. Place one foot on the
axle and pull with an upward and back motion. Once the ram/beam is elevated be sure to lock the beam
into position with locking pin.
(Illustration A)
(Illustration B)
