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OPERATION
Using the Log Splitter
NOTE:
Read the Operation section in the Safety Instructions section at the beginning
of this manual before operating.
1.
Place the log splitter on flat, dry, solid ground.
2.
Block the front and back of both wheels. See Figure 14.
Horizontal
Vertical
Figure 14
3.
Place the beam in either the horizontal or vertical position and lock it into place.
4.
Block the front and back of both wheels.
5.
Place the log against the end plate and only split wood along the grain
(lengthwise).
6.
To stabilize the log, place your left hand on the side of the log. Never place a
hand between the log and the splitting wedge or the log and end plate.
WARNING
Only one operator is permitted. The adult who loads and stabilizes the log
must be the person who operates the control handle.
10. If the engine fails to start after 3 attempts repeat steps 1 through 8 and try
again.
11. When the engine starts:
a. Move the choke control to 1/2 CHOKE position until the engine runs
smoothly.
b. Next, move the choke control to the RUN
position.
c.
Move the throttle control to the desired speed.
12. If the engine starts, but falters when the choke is moved to the RUN
position:
a. Momentarily move choke control back to the CHOKE
position.
b. Next, move the choke control to 1/2 CHOKE position until engine
runs smoothly.
c.
Finally, move the choke control to the RUN
position.
d. If the engine dies after choke control is moved to RUN
position,
repeat steps for starting the engine on page 12.
e. If the engine fails to start after 3 attempts in the RUN
position,
move the choke control to CHOKE
position and start engine.
f.
If engine does not start after following these instructions, contact
an authorized service center. DO NOT attempt to troubleshoot this
engine in any other way.
To Stop Engine
1.
If operating the engine in the snow or rain, run the engine for a few minutes
to help dry off any moisture.
2.
Move the throttle control lever to the STOP
position.
3.
Move the choke back and forth several times and leave in the CHOKE
position.
4.
Be sure the fuel shut-off valve is OFF.
5.
Disconnect spark plug wire and ground it to prevent accidental starting
while the equipment is unattended.
