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, fitting or other
components.
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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.
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Never adjust the pressure setting of the bump or valve.
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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.
7. Hydraulic oil level
Make sure hydraulic oil level is filled to “High” mark on the Hydraulic Temp
Gauge/Oil Level Indicator 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
F, we recommend changing the hydraulic oil to DEXTRON
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.
8. Engine
Inspect and perform engine maintenance as directed in the engine manual.
9. Spark arrestor
muffler
If the engine is equipped with a spark arrestor muffler, clean and inspect it
regularly (follow spark arrestor manufacturer's service instructions).
Replace if
damaged
10. 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.
11. Shields / guards
Replace all guards and shields after servicing the log splitter.
