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Prepare y ourlogsplitter f orstorage a ttheendofthe
season o r ifthelogsplitter w illnotbeused for30days
or more.
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WARNING: Never store machine with fuel
in the fuel tank inside of buildingwhere
fumes may reach an openflame or spark, or
where ignitionsources are present such as
hot water and space heaters, furnaces,
clothes dryers, stoves, electric motors, etc.
NOTE: A yearly check-up byyour local Sears service
center is a good way to make certain your log splitter
will provide maximum performance for the next
season.
LOG SPLITTER
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Clean the log splitter thoroughly.
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Wipe unitwRh an oiled rag to prevent rust,
especially wedge and beam.
ENGINE
IMPORTANT: It is importantto prevent gum deposits
from forming in essential fuel system parts such as
carburetor, fuel filter, fuel hose, or tank during
storage. Also, experience indicatesthat alcohol
blended fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or
methanol) can attract moisture which leads to
separation and formation of acids during storage.
Acidic gas can damage the fuel system of an engine
while in storage.
Drain the fuel tank.
Start the engine and let it run untilthe fuel lines
and carburetor are empty.
Drain carburetor by pressingupward on bowl
drain which is located below the carburetor.
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Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products
in the fuel tank or permanent damage may
Occur.
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Use fresh fuel next season.
NOTE: Fuel stabilizar is an acceptable alternative in
minimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during
storage.
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Add stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or storage
container.
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Always follow the mix ratio found on stabilizer
container.
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Run engine at least 10 minutes after adding
stabilizerto allow the stabilizer to reach the
carburetor.
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Do not drain the gas tank and carburetor if using
fuel stabilizer. Drain all the oil from the
crankcase (thisshould be done after the engine
has been operated and is stillwarm) and refill
the crankcase with fresh oil.
•
If you have drained the fuel tank, protectthe
inside ofthe engine as follows.
•
Remove spark plug, pour approximately 112
ounce (approximatelyone tablespoon) of engine
oil into cylinderand crank slowly to distribute oil.
•
Replace spark plug.
OTHER
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Do not store gasoline from one season to
another.
Replace your gasoline can if it starts to rust.
Rust and/or dirt in the gasoline will cause
problems. Store unit in a clean, dry area. Do not
store nextto corrosive materials, such as
fertilizer.
NOTE: ff storingin an unventilated or metal storage
shed, be certainto rustproofthe equipment by coating
with a light oil or silicone.
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