Swisher LS622H, Owner'S Manual

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ASSEMBLY
This log splitter has been partially assembled at the factory. Refer to the drawings and part lists should it become
necessary to disassemble the unit for repair or replacement of parts.
Inspect all components for damage. If you believe you have a damaged part please contact customer service
immediately at 1-800-222-8183.
WARNING:
Exercise extreme caution, as parts are very heavy. Sufficient persons or mechanical handling
equipment should be used.
Refer to uncrating and assembly instructions for assembly procedures.
OPERATION
INTENDED USE:
This log splitter is intended and designed to only split wood. NEVER use for any other
purposes. Doing so can cause injury or VOID THE WARRANTY.
IMPORTANT:
This unit is shipped with oil but without gasoline in the engine. After assembly, see separate
Engine Manual for proper fuel and oil recommendations.
WARNING: DO NOT START OR RUN THE LOG SPLITTER WITHOUT OIL IN THE ENGINE AND
HYDRAULIC RESERVOIR.
FILLING THE HYDRAULIC RESERVOIR
Fill the hydraulic reservoir with Dexron  III / Mercon  III automatic transmission fluid, a 10W AW hydraulic
fluid or Pro-Mix  AW-32 Hydraulic oil. After the hydraulic reservoir and the engine crankcase are filled correctly
with their respective oils, (The hydraulic tank is to be filled until oil is visible in the fill port) start the engine. (See
starting instructions) The hydraulic pump should prime itself. With the engine running, move the hydraulic valve
lever toward the wedge. This will cause the cylinder to extend and expel air. When the cylinder is fully extended,
retract it. Repeat this procedure several times. (An erratic movement of the cylinder and wedge indicates that there
is air in the system). Once the cylinder has a smooth and constant speed indicating that all air has been expelled,
shut the system off and refill the reservoir until the fluid is visible in fill port.
START UP
WARNING: DO NOT START OR RUN THE LOG SPLITTER WITHOUT OIL IN THE ENGINE
AND HYDRAULIC RESERVOIR.
See separate Engine Manual for fuel and oil recommendations. If applicable your log splitter has come equipped
with a fuel shut-off valve for towing purposes.
Before starting engine make sure the proper fuel has been used.
STARTING INSTRUCTIONS
1. Check engine oil & hydraulic levels.
2. Turn fuel shut-off valve to “ON’ position.
3. Set ON/OFF switch to “ON” position.
4. Move throttle control to “FAST.”
5. Set Choke to on position (if applicable), NOTE: Do not use choke to restart a warm engine after a short
shutdown.
6. Grasp rope handle and pull out slowly until resistance is felt. Then pull rapidly with a full arm stroke.
7. When Engine starts, set choke to off position (if applicable). Adjust throttle if desired. The fast position
provides maximum speed and force.
8. To stop engine, move throttle lever to “SLOW” for a few seconds then set the ON/OFF switch to “OFF”.