STEP 2:
The hydraulic reservoir should be filled with an SAE 20 hydraulic oil. If hydraulic oil is difficult to obtain, automatic transmission fluid can
be substituted and should be used instead of hydraulic oil when temperatures are below 32 degrees. Use only clean oil and take care to
prevent dirt from entering the hydraulic reservoir.
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 mutigrade oil may increase oil consumption. Using SAE 30W oil below 40 degrees F
will resuilt 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 1-1/2 quarts (48 ounces; 1.4 liters).
DIRECTIONS FOR FILLING HYDRAULIC SYSTEM
Fill the hydraulic reservoir with at least five gallons of hydraulic fluid. 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 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 indicates that
there is still air in the system. More oil should then be added to bring the fluid level up to the “OK” range on the dipstick. Total hydraulic capacity is 31
quarts. NOTE: If the tank is overfilled, it will tend to expel oil from the breather cap when the cylinder is retracted. After adding more oil to the tank, cycle the
cylinder again until it has a constant speed indicating that all oil has been expelled. Check the oil level in the reservoir again to make sure it is in the “OK”
range.
STARTING INSTRUCTIONS
NOTE: REFER TO THE BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINE OWNER’S MANUAL FOR COMPLETE INFORMATION ON STARTING, MAINTENANCE
AND TROUBLE SHOOTING.
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NOTE: The engine maximum governed speed is preset at the factory at 3600 RPM no load speed. When splitting wood, the throttle should be
set at the maximum setting to develop the horsepower required for the pump.
a)
Move the throttle lever to “FAST.” Always operate the engine with the throttle lever in the “FAST” position.
b) Move choke control lever to “CHOKE” position.
c) Push the Starter Switch to start the engine. For manual start, grasp the rope handle and pull slowly until resistance is felt. Then pull rapidly to
start engine and avoid kickback.
d) Allow the engine to warm up. If operating in warm weather, move the choke control lever toward “RUN” a short distance at a time over
several seconds.For cold weather operation do this procedure over several minutes. Operate with choke lever in the “RUN” position.
e) To stop engine, move the throttle lever to the “STOP” position.
