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MAINTENANCE
WARNING: DISCONNECT THE LOG SPLITTER FROM THE POWER
SOURCE BEFORE PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE.
Check hydraulic fluid at the beginning of each season and if the fluid level is low.
Checking the hydraulic fluid level (Fig.7)
Warning:
Lifting the log splitter is a two person
operation. Once raised, make sure the log splitter is
stable before performing any maintenance.
1.
Lift up on the handle of the log splitter. Make sure the
splitter is resting securely and will not fall.
2.
Loosen the fluid drain knob (1).
3.
Pull out the bolt with attached dipstick.
4.
Wipe the fluid off the dipstick.
5.
Put the dipstick back in the fluid tank and then pull it
out again.
6.
Check the fluid level. It should be between the two
notches (2) near the end of the dipstick.
7.
Add fluid, if needed. (See below for types)
8.
Replace the dipstick and tighten the fluid drain knob.
Hydraulic fluid
- Use an AW32 hydraulic fluid for operation over 40°F.
- Dexron® automatic transmission fluid for operation below 40°F.
Note:
Do not mix AW32 hydraulic fluid with Dexron® automatic transmission fluid.
Replace hydraulic fluid (Fig.7-8)
Warning:
Lifting the log splitter is a two person
operation. Once raised, make sure the log splitter is
stable before performing any maintenance.
1.
Place a 1 Gallon (or larger) pan (3) under the splitting
wedge end of the log splitter.
2.
Loosen the fluid drain knob (1) and remove it.
3.
Raise motor end of the log splitter to allow the fluid to
drain into the pan. Lower motor end of the splitter
when it is empty.
Note:
Dispose of used fluid properly.
4.
Raise the splitting wedge end and make sure it is secure.
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Fig. 7
Fig. 8
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