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4.4 STARTING INSTRUCTIONS
BRIGGS & STRATTON 6 H.P. ENGINE
1. Move control lever to "FAST".
2. Push primer bulb three (3) times.
NOTE: Do not use primer to restart a warm
engine after a short shutdown.
3. Grasp starter rope handle and pull out slowly
until resistance is felt. Then pull rapidly with
a full arm stroke.
NOTE: If engine fails to start after three (3)
pulls, repeat instructions 1 and 2.
4. When engine starts, leave control lever at
"FAST". The throttle must be in the "FAST"
position for maximum performance.
5. To stop the engine, move the throttle lever to
"SLOW" and then to "STOP".
NOTE:
To start a warm engine, move the throttle lever to
the "FAST" position and then pull the starter grip
until the engine starts.
The engine maximum governed speed is preset at
the factory at 3600 RPM, no load speed. When
splitting wood, the throttle should be set at the
maximum setting to develop the horsepower
required for the pump.
HONDA 5.5 H.P. ENGINE
1. To start a cold engine, turn the fuel valve to
the "ON" position.
2. Move the choke to the "ON" position.
3. Move the throttle control to the "FAST"
position.
4. Pull the starter grip slightly until resistance
is felt.Then pull rapidly to start engine.
5. Move the choke lever to the "OFF" position, if
it was used to start the engine, as soon as it
warms up enough and is running smoothly.
6. When the engine starts, move the throttle to
the "FAST" position. It is recommended that
the engine be operated in the "FAST" position
for maximum performance.
7. To stop the engine, move the throttle lever to
the "SLOW" position and then to the "STOP"
position. Turn fuel valve to "OFF"
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Fill the hydraulic reservoir with at least four
gallons of hydraulic fluid. After the hydraulic
reservoir and the engine crankcase are filled
with oil, start the engine. 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 still air in the
system. More oil should then be added to bring
the fluid level up to the "OK" range on the
dipstick. Total hydraulic capacity is 5 gallons.
NOTE: If the tank is overfilled, it will tend to
expel oil from the breather cap when the
cylinder is retracted. After adding more oil to
the tank, cycle the cylinder again until it has a
constant speed indicating that all oil has been
expelled. Check the oil level in the reservoir
again with the dipstick to make sure it is in the
"OK" range.
4.3 TOWING
The Log Splitter is equipped with road speed
tires, a Class I coupler (2" diameter ball
required) and safety chains. Before towing, the
safety chains must be secured to the hitch or
bumper of the vehicle. Local regulations should
be checked regarding licensing, lights, towing,
etc. See also Towing Safety in the Safety
information section of this manual.
When transporting the machine, review and
follow these instructions:
1. Be sure all bystanders are clear of the
machine.
2. Be sure that the machine is securely
attached to the tow vehicle.
3. Be sure you are in compliance with all
applicable lighting and marking
regulations when transporting. Check
with your local authorities.
4. Be sure your machine can clearly be
seen by overtaking and oncoming
traffic.
5. NEVER allow riders on your Log
Splitter.
6. DO NOT drink and drive.
4.2 FILLING HYDRAULIC SYSTEM