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SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE
11.
If necessary refill the reservoir within range marked on the dipstick. See Figure 21.
Dipstick
MAX
MIN
Hydraulic Fluid Only
Figure 21
12. Extend and retract the wedge 12 complete cycles to remove trapped air in
the system (the system is “self-bleeding”).
WARNING
Much of the original fluid has been drawn into the cylinder and hoses.
Make certain to refill the reservoir to prevent damage to the hydraulic
pump. Failure to refill the tank will void the log splitter’s warranty.
NOTE:
Some fluid may overflow from the vent plug as the system builds heat
and the fluid expands and seeks a balanced level. Do not operate the log
splitter without the proper amount of fluid in the reservoir tank.
13. Maintain the fluid level within the range specified on the dipstick at all times.
When checking the fluid, always make sure to tighten the dipstick until the top
of the threads are flush with the top of the pipe.
NOTE:
Always dispose of any used hydraulic fluid and engine oil at approved
recycling centers only.
14. Contaminants in the fluid may damage the hydraulic 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
center
WARNING
Use extreme caution when working with kerosene. It is an extremely
flammable fluid.
3.
Carefully un-thread the inlet filter and clean it with penetrating oil. See Figure 20.
Inlet Filter
Figure 20
4.
Allow the fluid to drain into a suitable container.
NOTE:
The reservoir tank has a capacity of 3 gallons and the entire hydraulic
system has a capacity of approximately 4.7 gallons.
5.
Reinstall the filter inlet screen and hose. Tighten the hose clamp.
6.
Check the fluid level using the dipstick. Do not overfill.
NOTE:
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. It is recommended that fluids
not be mixed.
7.
Replace the vented dipstick securely, tightening it until the top of the
threads are flush with top of the pipe.
8.
Disconnect the spark plug, turn the fuel shut-off valve OFF and prime the
pump by pulling the recoil starter as far as it will go. Repeat approximately
10 times.
9.
Reconnect the spark plug wire and start the engine following the
instructions in the Operation section of this manual.
10. Use the control handle to engage the wedge to the farthest extended
position. Then retract the wedge.
