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WARNING
Do not remove the cap from the hydraulic tank or reservoir while the log splitter is run-
ning. Hot oil, under pressure, could be expelled resulting in serious injury.
Should it become necessary to loosen or remove any hydraulic fitting or line, be sure to
relieve all hydraulic pressure by shutting off the engine, removing spark plug wire, and
moving the valve control handle back and forth several times until no cylinder move-
ment is visible.
ENGINE SERVICE
Refer to the engine manufacturers' manual for engine maintenance and repair.
Storage : refer to engine manufacturer manual
INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE
4.
Refill the hydraulic tank.
a
. Reconnect inlet hose (2) to the pump.
b.
Remove the hydraulic tank fill cap and fill the tank with the recommended type
and quantity of oil. Replace the cap.
5.
Drain and refill the piston end of the cylinder.
a.
Hold the valve handle in the retract position and pull the engine pull start cord
until the rod is fully retracted. This step removes the old oil from the piston end of
the cylinder.
b.
Reconnect return hose (1) to the oil filter.
c.
Extend the cylinder by holding the valve handle forward and pulling on the
engine's pull start cord until the cylinder is completely extended. This step refills
the piston end of the cylinder.
6.
Start the engine and cycle the cylinder.
a.
Replace the spark plug and spark plug wire.
b.
Start the engine and cycle the cylinder several times.
c.
Retract the cylinder and shut off the engine.
d.
Recheck the hydraulic tank to make sure oil is filled within approximately one
inch from the top of the tank
