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Starter Handle
The starter handle is located on the engine. Pull the
starter handle to start engine.
Engine Controls
See the separate engine manual for the location and
function of the controls on the engine.
SECTION 4: OPERATING YOUR LOG SPLITTER
WARNING: Read, understand, and follow
all instructions and warnings on the
machine and in this manual before
operating.
WARNING: Wear leather work gloves,
safety shoes, and safety glasses when
operating log splitter. Ensure safe footing.
Gas And Oil Fill-Up
Service the engine with gasoline and oil as instructed in
the separate engine manual packed with your chipper
shredder vacuum. Read instructions carefully.
WARNING:
Use
handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely
flammable and the vapors are explosive.
Never fuel machine indoors or while the
engine is hot or running. Extinguish
cigarettes,
cigars,
sources of ignition.
Starting Engine
•
Attach spark plug wire to spark plug. Make certain
the metal cap on the end of the spark plug is
fastened securely over the metal tip on the spark
plug.
•
Engines with choke lever:
Move choke lever on engine to CHOKE position. (A
warm engine may not require choking).
•
Engines with primer:
Prime engine as instructed in separate engine
manual.
•
The throttle control lever is located on the engine.
Move engine throttle control lever to FAST or
START position.
•
Grasp starter handle and pull rope out slowly until
engine reaches start of compression cycle (rope
will pull slightly harder at this point).
•
Pull rope with a rapid, continuous, full arm stroke.
Keep a firm grip on starter handle. Let rope rewind
slowly.
•
Repeat the previous steps until engine fires. When
engine starts, move choke control (if equipped)
gradually to RUN position.
extreme
care
when
pipes,
and
other
Stopping Engine
•
Move throttle control lever to STOP or OFF
position.
•
Disconnect spark plug wire and ground against the
engine to prevent unintended starting.
•
If weather is cold, run wedge up or down beam 6 to
8 times to circulate the hydraulic fluid.
WARNING: When starting a warm engine,
muffle, engine, and surrounding areas
become hot and can cause a burn. Do not
touch.
Always:
•
Use clean fluid and check fluid level regularly.
•
Use Dexron III Automatic Transmission Fluid or
10W AW hydraulic fluid.
•
Use a filter (clean or replace regularly)
•
Use a breather cap on fluid reservoir.
•
Keep end of reservoir return tube below fluid level.
•
Make certain pump is mounted and aligned
properly.
•
Use a flexible "spider" type coupling between
engine and pump drive shafts.
•
Keep hoses clear and unblocked.
•
Bleed air out of hoses before operating.
•
Flush and clean hydraulic system before starting
after any malfunction or servicing.
•
Use "pipe dope" on all hydraulic fittings.
•
Allow time for warm-up before splitting wood.
•
Prime the pump before initial start-up by turning
over the engine with spark plug disconnected.
•
Split wood with the grain (lengthwise) only.
Never:
•
Use when fluid is below 20° F or above 150° F.
•
Use a solid engine /pump coupling.
•
Operate through relief valve for more than several
seconds.
•
Attempt to adjust unloading or relief valve settings
without pressure gauges.
•
Operate with air in hydraulic system.
•
Use teflon tape on hydraulic fittings.
•
Attempt to cut wood across the grain.
Using The Log Splitter
•
Place the log splitter on level, dry, and solid ground.
•
Place the beam in either the horizontal or vertical
position and lock in place with the appropriate
locking rod.
•
Block the front and back of both wheels.
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