Add Hydraulic Oil - Champion 100326-1 Operator's Manual

100326-1 - 25 TON FULL BEAM LOg SPLiTTER
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Pouring gasoline too fast through the fuel screen may result in
blow back of gasoline at the operator while filling.
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Our engines work well with 10% or less ethanol blend
gasoline. When using ethanol-gasoline blends there are some
issues worth noting:
– Ethanol-gasoline blends can absorb more water than
gasoline alone.
– These blends can eventually separate, leaving water or a
watery goo in the tank, fuel valve and carburetor.
– With gravity-fed supplies, the compromised gasoline can
be drawn into the carburetor and cause damage to the
engine and/or potential hazards.
– There are only a few suppliers of fuel stabilizer that are
formulated to work with ethanol-gasoline blends.
– Any damages or hazards caused by using improper
gasoline, improperly stored gasoline, and/or improperly
formulated stabilizers, are not covered by manufacturer's
warranty.
It is advisable to always shut off the gasoline supply, run the
engine to starvation and drain the tank when the equipment is
not in use for more than 30 days.

Add Hydraulic Oil

If your log splitter was delivered pre-assembled, follow these
instructions:
1. Position the log splitter on a flat, level surface.
2. Remove the plastic shipping plug from the oil tank on the top
of the tank (A) and discard. Replace with the steel oil plug
(with breather hole) shipped with your log splitter (A).
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Do not run the log splitter with temporary shipping plug.
Pressure will build up inside the tank and potential damage
could occur.
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Hydraulic tank is deliberately overfilled before shipping from
the factory. When the unit has been operated, oil will adjust to
proper level.
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3. After running and cycling the unit several minutes (purging air
from the system), turn off the engine and check the hydraulic
oil level using the oil sight glass. Oil level should visibly fill the
sight glass.
If your log splitter was delivered unassembled, follow these
instructions:
1. Make sure the log splitter is on a flat, level surface.
2. Remove the oil plug from the oil tank (A).
3. Add 4 gal. (15.1 L) of hydraulic oil - see specification section
for types of acceptable oil.
4. Check the hydraulic oil level using the oil sight glass.
Oil level should visibly fill the sight glass.
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DO NOT remove the hydraulic oil fill cap when the engine
is running or hot. Hot oil can escape causing severe burns.
Always allow the log splitter to cool completely before
removing the hydraulic oil cap.
High fluid pressure and temperatures are created in the
hydraulic log splitters. Hydraulic fluid will escape through a
pin-size hole opening and can puncture skin and cause severe
blood poisoning.
Inspect hydraulic system regularly for possible leaks.
Never check for leaks with your hand while the system is
pressurized. Seek medical attention immediately if injured by
escaping fluid.
5. Replace and tighten the oil plug and orient the vent hole away
from the operator zone.
6. Start Engine. (See starting the engine section)
7. Extend and retract the wedge to purge air from the hydraulic
system. When the wedge motion is smooth,
the system is properly purged.
8. Check the hydraulic oil tank sight glass. Add approximately
0.5 gallon (1.9 L) of hydraulic oil to bring the level back up to
the sight glass. Do NOT overfill.
9. Check oil level daily and add as needed.
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