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REV 92221-20120417
ENGLISH
92221
ASSEMBLy
The engine is equipped with a low-oil-shutoff and
will stop when the oil level in the crankcase falls
below the threshold level .
CAUTION
Add Engine Oil
1 . Make sure the log splitter is on a flat, level surface .
2 . Remove oil fill cap/dipstick to add oil .
3 . Add 0 .63 qt (0 .6 L) of oil (SAE 10W-30) - oil should
cover all but 2 threads of filler hole . Replace oil fill cap/
dipstick .
4 . Check engine oil level daily and add as needed .
6 . Start Engine . Extend and retract the wedge to purge
air from the hydraulic system . When the wedge
motion is smooth, the system is properly purged .
7 . Check the hydraulic oil tank sight glass . Add
approximately 1 to 1 .5 gallons of hydraulic oil to
bring the level back up to the sight glass .
8 . Check oil level daily and add as needed .
DO NOT attempt to crank or start the engine before
it has been properly filled with the recommended
type and amount of oil . Damage to the log splitter
as a result of failure to follow these instructions will
void your warranty .
CAUTION
Check oil often during the break-in period . Refer to
the Maintenance section for recommended service
intervals .
NOTE
Add Engine Fuel
1 . Use clean, fresh, regular unleaded fuel with a
minimum octane rating of 85 and an ethanol
content of less than 10% by volume .
2 . DO NOT mix oil with fuel .
3 . Clean the area around the fuel cap .
4 . Remove the fuel cap .
5 . Slowly add fuel to the tank . DO NOT overfill . Allow
approximately ¼ inch of space for fuel expansion .
6 . Screw on the fuel cap and wipe away any spilled fuel .
Add Hyrdraulic Oil Cont’d.
Add Engine Oil Cont’d.
When temperature is below 32º F (0ºC) use
universal tractor/transmission fluid .
NOTE
Use regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum
octane rating of 85 .
Do not mix oil and gasoline .
Fill tank to approximately ¼” below the top of the
tank to allow for fuel expansion .
DO NOT pump gas directly into the generator at the
gas station . Use an approved container to transfer
the fuel to the generator .
DO NOT fill fuel tank indoors .
DO NOT fill fuel tank when the engine is running or hot .
DO NOT overfill the fuel tank .
DO NOT light cigarettes or smoke when filling the
fuel tank .
CAUTION
Pouring fuel too fast through the fuel screen may
result in blow back of fuel at the operator while filling .
WARNING
DO NOT remove the hydraulic oil fill cap when the engine
is running or hot . Hot oil can escape causing severe
burns . Always allow the log splitter to cool completely
before removing the hydraulic oil cap .
High fluid pressure and temperatures are created in the
hydraulic log splitters . Hydraulic fluid will escape through
a pin-size hole opening and can puncture skin and cause
severe blood poisoning .
Inspect hydraulic system regularly for possible leaks .
Never check for leaks with your hand while the system
is pressurized . Seek medical attention immediately if
injured by escaping fluid .
WARNING
