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WARNING! Do not at any time make any
adjustments without first stopping engine,
disconnecting spark plug wire and grounding it
against the engine. Always wear safety glasses
during operation or while performing any
adjustments or repairs.
Maintenance
Engine
Refer to the separate Engine Operator’s Manual for all engine
maintenance instructions.
Tire Pressure
See the sidewall of the tire for recommended pressure. Do not,
under any circumstances, exceed manufacturer’s recommended
psi. Maintain equal pressure on all tires.
WARNING! Excessive pressure when seating beads
may cause tire/rim assembly to burst with force
sufficient to cause serious injury. Refer to the
sidewall of tire for recommended pressure.
Hydraulic Fluid and Inlet Filter
Check the hydraulic fluid level in the log splitter reservoir
tank before each use. Maintain the fluid level within the range
specified on the dipstick at all times. Change the hydraulic fluid
in the reservoir every 100 hours of operation. Follow the steps
below:
Place a suitable oil collection container under the tank.1.
Disconnect the suction hose from the bottom of the 2.
reservoir tank, and allow the fluid to drain into container.
Carefully unthread the inlet filter and clean it with 3.
penetrating oil. See Fig. 6-1.
Allow the fluid to drain into a suitable container.4.
Reinsert the filter and reconnect the hose. Fill the reservoir 5.
as instructed in the Assembly & Set-Up section. Approved
fluids include Shell Tellus® S2 M 32 Hydraulic Fluid, Dexron®
III / Mercon® automatic transmission fluid, Pro-Select™ AW-
32 Hydraulic Oil or 10WAW-ISO viscosity grade 32 hydraulic
oil. Check the engine oil level. Refill if necessary.
Maintain the fluid level within the range specified on the 6.
dipstick at all times.
NOTE: Always dispose of used hydraulic fluid and engine
oil at approved recycling centers only.
Contaminants in fluid may damage the hydraulic 7.
components. Flushing the reservoir tank and hoses with
kerosene whenever service is performed on the tank,
hydraulic pump or valve is recommended. Contact an
authorized service dealer.
Hydraulic Filter
Change the hydraulic filter every 50 hours of operation. Use only
a 10 micron hydraulic filter. Order part number 723-0405.
Beam and Splitting Wedge
Lubricate both sides of the beam (where it comes into contact
with the splitting wedge), before each use, with engine oil.
Hose Clamps
Before each use, check if the hose clamps on the suction hose
(attached to the side of the pump) are tight. Check the hose
clamps on the return hose at least once a season.
Flexible Pump Coupler
The flexible pump coupler is a nylon “spider” insert, located
between the pump and the engine shaft. Over time, the coupler
will harden and deteriorate. If you detect vibration or noise
coming from the area between the engine and the pump contact
an authorized service dealer. If the coupler fails completely, you
will experience a loss of power.
Suction
Hose
Inlet
Filter
Figure 6-1