Before You Start Splitting - Mantis SwiftSplit 5000 Owner's Manual And Safety Instructions

NEVER CHECK HYDRAULIC FLUID LEVEL WHILE MOTOR IS RUNNING OR
WHILE THE TANK IS STILL WARM AFTER THE MOTOR IS SHUT OFF.
HOT PRESSURIZED FLUID CAN ESCAPE THROUGH THE OPENING
• LOG SPLITTER IS DISCONNECTED FROM THE POWER SOURCE
• PUSHER PLATE IS FULLY RETRACTED (RETURNED TO THE LOWEST POSITION)
AND NO RESIDUAL HYDRAULIC ENERGY IS LEFT IN THE SYSTEM
• OIL HAS COOLED
• Call 1-800-366-6268 or a qualified hydraulic mechanic for assistance to replace worn components.
• Failure to comply in any way with these instructions, improper use of the log splitter and improper maintenance
operations may result in serious injury.
• Manufacturer shall not be liable for any injuries or damage occurred as a result of improper use or improper
maintenance of the log splitter.
F. Before You Start Splitting
• Before each use, inspect your unit and ensure that all handles, guards and fasteners are secure and in place. Be sure that
all electrical cords are not damaged or broken.
• Before use of the log splitter, check it for alignment of moving parts, free running of moving parts, breakage of parts,
mounting and any other conditions that may affect its operation.
• Inspect Hydraulic Fluid Level. Remove the Dipstick using the Allen Wrench provided, clean the Dipstick and insert it to
check the oil level. It should be between the two notches on the stem. If level is low, add recommended type of the
hydraulic oil. If the level is too high, poor out a little at a time into a suitable container.
• Reinstall the Dipstick and the O-ring seal. Be careful not to damage the threads of the Plug and Aluminum Top Cover.
Dipstick
P/N 510110
9
AND CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY.
BEFORE PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE, BE SURE THAT:
Allen Wrench
P/N 510512 (6mm)
WARNING
Aluminum Top Cover
Dipstick
Removed