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MAINTENANCE
Proper routine maintenance of the log splitter will help prolong the life of the machine. Please perform
maintenance checks and operations according to the schedule outlined in the chart below.
If there are any questions about the maintenance procedures listed in this manual, please call (800)
791-9458 M-F 8-5CT.
CAUTION:
Never perform maintenance operations while the engine is running.
Recommended
maintenance schedule
Each 8
hours or
daily
First 8
hours
Every
25 hours
Every 3
months or
50 hours
Every 6
months or
100 hours
Every
year
As
necessary
Engine
oil
Check
lever
x
Replace
x
x
x
Air
cleaner
Check
x
x
Clean
x
Spark
plug
Check
/Clean
x
Change
x
x
x
Hydraulic
fluid
Check
x
Replace
x
Fuel tank
Check
lever
x
Engine maintenance
Checking the oil
Check the oil level of the engine according to the Recommended
Maintenance Schedule as above. The engine is equipped with an
automatic shutoff to protect it from running on low oil. The engine
should be checked before each use for proper oil level. This is a
critical step for proper engine starting. To check the oil level:
1.
Make sure the log splitter is on a level surface.
2.
Remove dipstick and wipe the dipstick with a clean rag. Insert the
dipstick into the oil fill opening without screwing it in. Remove
the dipstick to check the oil mark. Add oil if the oil mark covers less
than one half of the dipstick.
3.
Slowly add more oil and repeat step 2 until the oil mark reaches the
top of the dipstick. Do not overfill the crankcase.
4.
Reinstall oil dipstick.