Initial Unpacking & Set-Up
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IMPORTANT!
Engine is shipped without oil. DO NOT start the engine before adding oil.
1. Step One: Add
engine oil
Add oil to the engine.
Using a funnel, add SAE 10W-30 oil up to the FULL mark on the dip stick.
(See engine Owner’s Manual for oil capacity and location of fill cap.)
2. Step two: Secure
Split Control
Lever
Secure the Split Control Lever in the operating position.
Use following
procedures:
1.
The Split Control Lever is shipped taped to the hydraulic cylinder. Untape to
release.
2.
Raise lever until hole in lever aligns with the 2 holes on the control valve
bracket. Insert the clevis pin through the aligned holes.
3.
Insert the cotter pin into the protruding end of the clevis pin. Spread the ends of
the cotter pin to lock the cotter pin in the clevis pin.
3. Step Three:
Inspect log
splitter
components
Closely inspect all splitter components. (See Machine Components section of
this manual on p. 6 for diagram of components.)
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If you have any missing components, contact Product Support at 1-800-270-0810.
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If you have damaged components, contact the freight company that delivered the unit
and file a claim.
Clevis Pin
Cotter Pin
