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100883 - 27 TON LOg SPLiTTER
MAiNTENANCE
Clear the debris from the beam, wedge and endplate.
Use a damp cloth to clean exterior surfaces of the engine and log
splitter.
Use a soft bristle brush to remove excess dirt and oil.
Use an air compressor (25 PSI) to clear dirt and small debris.
Wipe all metal parts with an oily rag to help prevent rust and
corrosion.
Changing the Engine Oil
Change oil when the engine is warm. Refer to the oil specification
to select the proper grade for your operating environment.
1. Remove the oil drain plug with a 10 mm socket
(not included) and extension.
DRAIN BOLT
2. Allow the oil to drain completely into an appropriate container.
3. Replace the oil drain plug.
4. Remove the oil fill cap/dipstick to add oil.
5. Using a funnel, add up to 16.9 fl. oz. (500 ml) of oil (not
included) and replace oil fill cap/dipstick. DO NOT OVERFILL.
6. Dispose of used oil at an approved waste management
facility.
NOTiCE
Once oil has been added, a visual check should show oil
about 1-2 threads from running out of the fill hole. If using the
dipstick to check oil level, DO NOT screw in the dipstick while
checking.
Cleaning and Adjusting the Spark Plug(s)
1. Remove the spark plug cable from the spark plug.
2. Use a spark plug socket tool (not included), or a
13/16 in. (21 mm) socket (not included) to remove the plug.
3. Inspect the electrode on the plug. It must be clean and not
worn to produce the spark required for ignition.
4. Make certain the spark plug gap is
0.028-0.031 in. (0.7-0.8 mm).
SPARK PLUG GAP
5. Refer to the spark plug types in
Specifications
when replacing
the plug.
6. Firmly re-install the plug.
7. Attach the spark plug cable to the spark plug.
Cleaning the Air filter
1. Using your finger, pry the outer tab up slightly and lift the air
filter cover above the tab lock position.
2. Remove both air filter cover and air filter element.
3. Wash in liquid detergent and water. Squeeze thoroughly dry in
a clean cloth.
4. Saturate in clean engine oil.
5. Squeeze in a clean, absorbent cloth to remove all excess oil.
6. Place the filter in the assembly.
