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OPERATION
FILLING THE HYDRAULIC RESERVOIR
Fill the hydraulic reservoir with at least five gallons of Dextron III Automatic Transmission fluid or
10W AW hydraulic fluid. After the hydraulic reservoir and the engine crankcase are filled
correctly with their respective oils, start the engine. Remember to set the throttle and turn on the
fuel shut-off valve. 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 approximately 1” below the fill hole. After adding more oil to fill the tank,
cycle the cylinder again until it has a constant speed indicating that all air has been expelled. Check
the oil level in the reservoir again. Standard models require approx. 6.5 gallons of hydraulic fluid.
(Deluxe models – 9 gallons)
NOTE:
If the tank is overfilled, it will tend to expel oil from the breather cap when the cylinder is
retracted.
START UP
WARNING: DO NOT START OR RUN THE LOG SPLITTER WITHOUT OIL IN THE
ENGINE AND HYDRAULIC RESERVOIR.
See separate Engine Manual for fuel and oil recommendations. Your log splitter has come
equipped with a fuel shut-off valve for towing purposes.
Before starting engine make sure crankcase is filled correctly with oil and the proper fuel has been
used. The engine will only start when the throttle lever and fuel shut-off valve are turned to their
ON positions.
COLD WEATHER START UP
The Cold Weather Clutch enables the engine to be started without having to pull through cold,
thickened hydraulic fluid. Simply pull the handle out and slide into locked position. Start engine,
let it warm up, and release Cold Weather Clutch. After starting, assure that the lever has reengaged.
TOWING
This unit should not be towed on any street, highway, or public road without checking the existing
federal, local, and state laws. Any licensing or modifications such as taillights, etc., need to comply
with existing federal, local, or state vehicle requirements is the sole responsibility of the purchaser.
Obey all regulations when towing on public roads and highways. See also
TOWING SAFETY
.
Be sure you are using the correct ball hitch size for the hitch coupler on the log splitter (2” ball).
Be sure safety chains are properly connected. Leave enough slack in chains for turning. See
TOWING SAFETY
to read warnings about coupling.
Make sure beam attachment is locked in the horizontal position. NEVER tow splitter in the vertical
position.
Turn the fuel shut-off valve OFF to prevent flooding of the engine while traveling.
TOWING AT NIGHT
The requirements for taillights are based on States regulations. Some states allow towing at night
as long as the towed equipment does not visibly impair the tow vehicle taillights. This is based on a
state, to state requirements. The customer is responsible for meeting the states requirements. A
Taillight Kit Accessory (Part No. 7420)is available and recommended for night driving.
If a “Statement of Origin” is required in your state, see your local dealer to receive one.
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