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16. On vertical models, keep hands away from the cutting wedge.
17. On vertical models maintain balance of the beam when raising or lower-
ing the beam.
18. On vertical models make sure the safety pin is installed when the unit is
in the vertical or splitting mode or in the horizontal towing mode.
19. Do not refuel the engine until it has cooled for several minutes.
Maintenance and Storage
Note:
For proper maintenance, keep a written record of hour use and mainte-
nance. Also see page 11 for further details.
Always shut off the engine. While repairing or adjusting the log splitter, except
as recommended by the engine manufacturer.
Clean debris and chaff from the engine cylinder, cylinder head fins, blower
housing, rotating screen and muffler areas. If the engine is equipped with a
spark arrestor muffler, clean and inspect it regularly (follow engine manu-
facturer service instructions). Replace, if damaged.
Never store the log splitter with fuel in the tank inside a building where fumes
might reach an open flame or spark. Allow the engine to cool and drain all
fuel from the fuel tank before storing in any enclosed area.
Clear debris from movable parts, but only when the power source is shut off.
To prevent accidental starting, remove the spark plug wire from the spark plug
and insert the terminal in the V notch in the cylinder head before working
on the engine or log splitter.
Check to be sure all nuts and bolts are tight to assure the log splitter is in safe
working condition.
Check engine oil level and hydraulic oil level.
Check the brass wear strips on the slide plate under the cutting wedge. All
models equipped with wear strips should be inspected and have the wear
strips replaced as needed.
