CAUTION:
DO NOT START OR RUN THE ENGINE BEFORE ADDING OIL IN THE HYDRAULIC RESERVOIR AND
OIL IN THE ENGINE.
WARNING: Read and thoroughly understand all instructions and safety information before operating
this log splitter. Failure to do so may cause serious injury or death. Do not allow anyone to operate this
log splitter who has not read this manual. As with all power equipment, a log splitter can be danger-
ous if assembled or used improperly. Do not operate this log splitter if you have doubts or questions
concerning safe operation. Call our customer service department at 1-800-264-0225 to address
these concerns.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
STEP 1: The hydraulic reservoir must be filled with oil before operation. AW46 hydraulic oil is recommended when oil is needed. Automatic
transmission fluid can be substituted and should be used instead of hydraulic oil when temperatures are below 32 degrees F. Use only
clean oil and take care to prevent dirt from entering the hydraulic reservoir. Fill the hydraulic tank with approximately 3.5 to 4.0 gallons of
hydraulic fluid.
CAUTION:
WHEN TIGHTENING THE BREATHER CAP ON THE TANK, POINT THE HOLE AWAY FROM THE
ENGINE AND THE OPERATOR ZONE.
ENGINE OIL RECOMMENDATIONS
For temperatures above 40 degrees F use an SAE 30W oil. Using multigrade oil may increase oil consumption. Using SAE 30W oil below 40 de-
grees F will result in hard starting and possible engine bore damage. For temperatures below 40 degrees F use an SAE 10W-30 or SAE 5W-30 oil.
Oil capacity is about 1.16 quart (1.1 liter).
STEP 2:
STARTING INSTRUCTIONS
Refer also to the Honda Engine Operating and Maintenance Instructions manual for your log splitter.
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After the hydraulic reservoir and the engine crankcase are filled with oil, start the engine. The hydraulic pump should prime itself. With the
engine running, move the hydraulic valve lever toward the foot plate. 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 indicates that there is still air in the
system. Add about 1.0 to 1.5 gallons more. Five gallons will register just above the top fill line on the dip stick. The total capacity of the entire
hydraulic system is 6.5 gallons. NOTE: If the tank is overfilled it will tend to expel oil from the breather cap when the cylinder is retracted.
Cycle the cylinder again until it has a constant speed indicating that all air has been expelled.
To Start a Cold Engine
1) Turn the fuel valve to the ON position.
2) Move the choke to the ON position.
3) Move the throttle control to the FAST position.
4) Pull the starter grip lightly until resistance is felt. Then pull rapidly to start engine.
5) Move the choke lever to the OFF position if it was used to start the engine as soon as it warms up enough and is running smoothly.
6) When engine starts, move the throttle to the FAST position. It is recommended that the engine be operated in the FAST position for
maximum performance.
To Start a Warm Engine
1) Move the throttle lever to the FAST position.
2) Leave the choke lever in the OFF position.
3) Pull the starter grip until the engine starts.
To Stop the Engine
1) Move the throttle lever to the SLOW position.
2) Move the throttle lever to the STOP position.
3) Turn the fuel valve to the OFF position.
