Champion 22 TON LOG SPLITTER, Owner'S Manual And Operating Instructions

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Maintenance
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Cleaning
CAUTION
DO NOT use a garden hose to clean the engine
or log splitter.
Water can contaminate the fuel system and can
enter the engine through the cooling slots and
damage the engine.
Clear the debris from the beam, wedge and
endplate.
Use a damp cloth to clean exterior surfaces
of the engine and log splitter.
Use a soft bristle brush to remove excess dirt
and oil.
Use an air compressor (25 PSI) to clear dirt
and small debris.
Wipe all metal parts with an oily rag to help
prevent rust and corrosion.
Maintenance Schedule
Follow the service intervals indicated in the
schedule below. Service your log splitter
more frequently when operating in adverse
conditions. Contact our help line at 1-877-
338-0999 to locate the nearest Champion
Power Equipment authorized service dealer
for your log splitter or engine maintenance
needs.
Every 8 hours or daily
Check oil level
Clean around air intake and muffler
First 5 Hours
Change oil
Every 50 hours or every season
Clean air filter
Change oil if operating in hot environments
Every 100 hours or every season
Change oil
Clean/Adjust spark plug
Check/Adjust valve clearance *
Clean spark arrester
Clean fuel tank and filter *
Every 3 years
Replace fuel line
* To be performed by knowledgeable,
experienced owners or Champion Power
Equipment authorized service dealers
Log Splitter Maintenance
Make certain that the log splitter is kept
clean and stored properly. Only operate the
unit on a flat, level surface in a clean, dry
operating environment. DO NOT expose the
unit to extreme conditions, excessive dust,
dirt, moisture or corrosive vapors.
Inspect all air vents and cooling slots to
ensure that they are clean and unobstructed.
Clean Spark arrester every 100 hours
Check and tighten all bolts and nuts before
operating the log splitter.