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This log splitter has been mostly assembled at the factory. Refer to uncrating and assembly instructions to complete the
final assembly step. Refer to the drawings and part lists should it become necessary to disassemble the unit for repair or
replacement of parts.
Inspect all components for damage. If you believe you have a damaged part please contact customer service immediately
at 1-800-222-8183.
WARNING:
Exercise extreme caution, as parts are very heavy. Sufficient persons or mechanical handling equipment
should be used.
OPERATION
INTENDED USE:
This log splitter is intended and designed to only split wood. NEVER use for any other purposes.
Doing so can cause injury or VOID THE WARRANTY.
IMPORTANT:
This unit is shipped with oil but without gasoline in the engine. After assembly, see separate Engine
Manual for proper fuel and oil recommendations.
WARNING: DO NOT START OR RUN THE LOG SPLITTER WITHOUT OIL IN THE ENGINE AND
HYDRAULIC RESERVOIR.
FILLING THE HYDRAULIC RESERVOIR
Fill the hydraulic reservoir to within the hydraulic operating range as marked on the tank with general-purpose automatic
transmission fluid or general-purpose hydraulic fluid. After the hydraulic reservoir and the engine crankcase are filled
correctly with their respective oils, start the engine. Remember to set the throttle and turn on the fuel shut-off valve. 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 air in the system). Once the cylinder has a smooth and
constant speed indicating that all air has been expelled, add fluid until the level is within the indicated range as marked on
the tank.
START UP
WARNING: DO NOT START OR RUN THE LOG SPLITTER WITHOUT OIL IN THE ENGINE AND
HYDRAULIC RESERVOIR.
See separate Engine Manual for fuel and oil recommendations. If applicable your log splitter has come equipped with a
fuel shut-off valve for towing purposes.
Before starting engine make sure crankcase is filled correctly with oil and the proper fuel has been used. The engine will
only start when the throttle lever and fuel shut-off valve if applicable are turned to their ON positions.
STARTING INSTRUCTIONS
See Engine Manual
COLD WEATHER START UP
The Cold Weather Clutch enables the engine to be started without having to pull through cold, thickened
hydraulic fluid. Simply push the handle into locked position. Start engine, let it warm up, and release Cold
Weather Clutch.
ASSEMBLY
