CAUTION:
DO NOT START OR RUN THE ENGINE BEFORE ADDING OIL IN THE HYDRAULIC RESERVOIR AND OIL IN
THE ENGINE.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
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
dangerous 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 1-800-525-8322 to
address these concerns.
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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
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 1.16 quart (1.1 liter).
STEP 2: 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.
NOTE: REFER TO HONDA ENGINE OWNER’S MANUAL FOR COMPLETE INFORMATION ON STARTING, MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLE-
SHOOTING.
STARTING INSTRUCTIONS
1) Move the fuel valve lever to the ON position.
2) To start a cold engine move the choke lever to the CLOSED position. To restart a warm engine leave the choke lever in the OPEN
position.
3) Move the throttle lever away from the MIN position, about 1/3 of the way toward the MAX position.
4) Turn the engine switch to the ON position.
5) Operate the starter (recoil starter). Pull the starter grip lightly until you bfeel resistance, then pull briskly. Return the starter grip gently.
Do not allow the starter grip to snap back against the engine. Return it gently to prevent damage to the starter.
STOPPING THE ENGINE
To stop the engine in an emergency, simply turn the engine switch to the OFF position. Under normal consitions, use the following
procedure.
1) Move the throttle lever to the MIN position.
2) Turn the engine switch to the OFF position.
3) Turn the fuel valve lever to the OFF position.
