Initial Set-up
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IMPORTANT!
Engine is shipped without oil. DO NOT start the engine before adding oil.
See Assembly Instructions section of this manual to assemble the log splitter before
set-up.
Step One:
Inspect Log
Splitter
Components.
Closely inspect all log splitter components.
(See Machine Components section of this manual for diagram of components.)
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If you have missing components, contact Product Support at 1-866-443-2576.
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If you have damaged components, contact the Freight Company that delivered the unit
and file a claim.
Step Two:
Add Oil to Engine
Add oil to the engine.
Using a funnel. Add SAE 10W-30 oil up to the FULL mark
on the dipstick. (See engine Owner’s Manual for oil capacity and location of fill cap.)
Step Three:
Add Hydraulic Oil
to Reservoir
WARNING:
High fluid pressures and temperatures are developed in hydraulic log
splitters. Hydraulic fluid escaping through a pin hole sized opening can burn or
puncture skin, resulting in wounds that could cause blood poisoning, infection,
disability, gangrene, amputation, or death. Therefore, the following instructions
should be heeded at all times when inspecting or servicing the hydraulic components
of the log splitter.
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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 of the pump 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 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.
1. Remove hydraulic oil fill/vent cap.
2. Refer to the
Specifications
section for approximate hydraulic oil capacity.
3. Make sure to have the wedge retracted.
4. Fill reservoir with 10 wt AW32, ASLE H-150, or ISO 32 oil. Use a funnel, fill to
bottom of elbow.
Hydraulic
fluid
Hydraulic tank
Elbow
