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and hydraulic pump damage. If this log splitter is purchased without an engine, the cus-
tomer assumes all liabilities that might arise from an engine that is incompatible with
the design of the log splitter. Also, any unauthorized changes or modifications to the log
splitter will void all warranties.
IMPORTANT:
The hydraulic system oil for your log splitter
NEEDS TO BE
CHECKED FOR PROPER LEVEL BEFORE STARTING ENGINE
. Make sure the
filter is installed before attempting to fill the hydraulic tank or start the
engine.Instructions are printed on the side of the filter.
IMPORTANT:
Before starting the engine, read the engine manufacturer's operating and
maintenance instruction manual. If an engine manual was not supplied with the log
splitter, it is your responsibility to obtain a manual. Start by contacting the store where
you purchased the log splitter. If they cannot help you, contact the engine manufacturer.
Check the hydraulic tank fluid level. The tank is full when the oil level is approximate-
ly one inch from the top of the tank. Tighten the fill cap. Be careful not to spill fuel
when filling the engine. If fuel should spill, quickly wipe off and allow the excess fuel
to evaporate before continuing. Fuel and fuel vapors are highly flammable and can
cause personal injury or even death when ignited. Your log splitter is equipped with a
factory installed engine, do not mix oil with the gasoline. Using mixed oil/gasoline in a
four cycle engine can cause engine damage.
1.
Fill the engine's fuel tank with fresh, clean, lead-free automotive gasoline.
2
. Check engine oil level, be sure oil level is full.
3.
Turn ful shit off on. Start the engine per the manufacturer's instructions.
4.
Cycle the log splitter several times, shut engine off.
5.
Again, check the fluid level in the hydraulic tank and add oil as needed.
Replace and tighten the fill cap.
6.
Your log splitter is now ready to operate
Operation
Do not attempt to operate the log splitter without fully understanding all our instruc-
tions, safety precautions, and/or warnings. If any doubt or question arises about the cor-
rect or safe method of performing anything found in this manuals, contact
HUD-SON
FOREST EQUIPMENT 800-765-7297
Proper care is your responsibility.
When operating the log splitter, make sure you are standing in a safe operating area
