Before Each Use: Step One: Inspection / Maintenance
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Stop the engine, disconnect the spark plug, and move all control valve handles back and
forth to relieve pressure before changing or adjusting hydraulic system components
such as hoses, tubing, fittings or other components.
NEVER check for leaks with your hand. Leaks can be located by holding a piece
of cardboard or wood (at least two feet long) with your hand at one end and
passing the other end over the suspected area (wear eye protection). Look for
discoloration of the cardboard or wood.
NEVER adjust the pressure setting of the pump or valve.
If injured by escaping fluid, no matter how small the wound is, see a doctor at
once. A typical injection injury may be a small puncture wound that does not look
serious. However, severe infection or reaction can result if proper medical
treatment is not administered immediately by a doctor who is familiar with
injection injuries.
6. Hydraulic oil level Make sure hydraulic oil level is 1” from top of hydraulic tank with cylinder retracted.
Fill as needed.
NOTE: The log splitter comes filled with LIGHT 150-ISO 32 hydraulic oil. If the log
splitter will be run for long periods of time in outdoor temperatures above 70
o
F, we
recommend changing the hydraulic oil to DEXTRON III.
WARNING:
NEVER remove the hydraulic oil fill cap when the engine is running
or hot. Hot oil can escape causing severe burns. Allow log splitter to cool completely
before removing hydraulic oil fill cap.
7. Engine
Inspect and perform engine maintenance as directed in the engine manual.
8. Spark arrestor
muffler
If the engine is equipped with a spark arrester muffler, clean and inspect it regularly
(follow spark arrestor manufacturer’s service instructions).
Replace if damaged
9. Tires
Make sure tires are fully inflated and in good repair if you will be towing
the splitter.
See tire sidewall for recommended tire pressure.
WARNING:
Do not over-inflate tires. Serious injury can occur if tire explodes.
When seating a bead after repair, do not exceed 30 PSI. Pressures higher than 30 PSI
can cause the tire and wheel to rupture and explode.
10. Shields / guards
Replace all guards and shields after serving the log splitter.
