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6. Store gasoline in a cool, dry place in a UL
listed tightly sealed container.
5. Store the log splitter in a location away from
corrosive materials, sources of heat, open
flames, sparks, or pilot lights.
STORAGE
Follow the instructions below for storing your
log splitter between uses.
1. Retract the wedge completely to keep the
rod protected from corrosion.
2. Allow the machine to cool 5 minutes before
storing.
3. Clear the debris from the beam, wedge, and
end plate. Use a damp cloth to clear exterior
surfaces of the engine and log splitter. Use
a soft bristle brush to remove excess dirt
and oil. Use an air compressor (25 PSI) to
clear dirt and small debris. Wipe the beam,
wedge, and all metal parts with an oil rag to
prevent corrosion.
4.
Refer to the engine manual for proper
engine storage instructions.
Gasoline can become stale when
stored over 30 days. Stale fuel
can cause acid and gum deposits
that form in the fuel system or on
carburetor parts. For engine fuel
that is stored less than 30 days,
add a fuel stabilizer to keep the
fuel fresh. Turn the fuel valve lever
to the off position. If fuel is stored
over 30 days, then drain the fuel
tank as stated in the engine manual.
Always drain fuel from the tank in
an outdoor, well-ventilated area.
Stay away from sources of heat,
flame, or sparks while handling fuel.
Clean up fuel spills immediately.
Never store the log splitter inside
where there is a source of heat
or an open flame, spark, or pilot
light, such as a water heater, space
heater, furnace, clothes dryer, or
other gas appliance. EVEN IF the log
splitter's fuel tank is empty, residual
gasoline vapors could ignite.
Never store the log splitter near
fertilizer or any other corrosive
material.
Never spray the engine or log
splitter with a pressure washer.
Water can contaminate the fuel
system and can enter the engine
and damage the engine.
Gasoline vapors can ignite if they
collect inside an enclosure and
explosion can result.
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