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REV 91520-20120622
ENGLISH
91520
ASSEMBLy
The pump outlet connection does NOT require teflon
tape . The o-ring seals against the face of the fittings on
the pump and hose . Tighten to approximately 12 ft-lb .
Over-tightening can damage the pump .
NOTE
The engine is equipped with a low-oil-shutoff and the will
stop when the oil level in the crankcase falls below the
threshold level .
CAUTION
Add Engine Oil
1 . Make sure the log splitter is on a flat, level surface .
2 . Remove oil fill cap/dipstick to add oil .
3 . Add up to0 .63 qt (0 .6 L) of oil (SAE 10W-30) - oil should
cover all but 2 threads of filler hole . Replace oil fill cap/
dipstick .
4 . Check engine oil level daily and add as needed .
DO NOT attempt to crank or start the engine before it
has been properly filled with the recommended type and
amount of oil . Damage to the log splitter as a result of
failure to follow these instructions will void your warranty .
CAUTION
Check oil often during the break-in period . Refer to the
Maintenance section for recommended service intervals .
NOTE
5) Install the Thrust Plate and Cylinder
1 . Slide the thrust plate (A) under the rails on the beam
and push it to the front of the beam to make room
for the cylinder .
2 . Remove the cylinder retainer plates . (B)
3 . Place the hydraulic cylinder into the mounting slots
on the beam and slide all the way into the slots . (C)
4 . Secure the cylinder by re-installing both cylinder
retainer plates with two M12x25 bolts, M12 washers
and M12 lock washers on each side .
5 . Attach thrust plate to cylinder rod with M12x75 bolt
and M12 lock nut . (A)
6) Install the Hydraulic Hoses
1 . Place the O-ring into the counterbore in the pump
outlet fitting .
2 . Connect the high pressure hose from the inlet on the
control valve to the pump outlet fitting .
3 . Connect the oil return hose from to barbed fittings on
the control valve to the barbed fittings on the beam/
hydraulic oil tank . Secure with hose clamps .
4 . Connect the oil suction hose from the beam/hydraulic
oil tank to the pump inlet . Secure with hose clamps .
A
B
C
