Filling the Hydraulic Reservoir, Start UP, Towing

OPERATION

FILLING THE HYDRAULIC RESERVOIR

Fill the hydraulic reservoir with at least five gallons of Dextron III Automatic Transmission fluid or 10W AW hydraulic fluid. After the hydraulic reservoir and the engine crankcase are filled correctly with their respective oils, start the engine. Remember to set the throttle and turn on the fuel shut-off valve. The hydraulic pump should prime itself. With the engine running, move the hydraulic valve lever toward the wedge. This will cause the cylinder to extend and expel air. When the cylinder is fully extended, retract it. Repeat this procedure several times. An erratic movement of the cylinder indicates that there is still air in the system. More oil should then be added to bring the fluid level up to approximately 1” below the fill hole. After adding more oil to fill the tank, cycle the cylinder again until it has a constant speed indicating that all air has been expelled. Check the oil level in the reservoir again. Standard models require approx. 6.5 gallons of hydraulic fluid. (Deluxe models – 9 gallons)

NOTE: If the tank is overfilled, it will tend to expel oil from the breather cap when the cylinder is retracted.

START UP

WARNING: DO NOT START OR RUN THE LOG SPLITTER WITHOUT OIL IN THE ENGINE AND HYDRAULIC RESERVOIR.

See separate Engine Manual for fuel and oil recommendations. Your log splitter has come equipped with a fuel shut-off valve for towing purposes.

Before starting engine make sure crankcase is filled correctly with oil and the proper fuel has been used. The engine will only start when the throttle lever and fuel shut-off valve are turned to their ON positions.

COLD WEATHER START UP

The Cold Weather Clutch enables the engine to be started without having to pull through cold, thickened hydraulic fluid. Simply pull the handle out and slide into locked position. Start engine, let it warm up, and release Cold Weather Clutch. After starting, assure that the lever has reengaged.

TOWING

This unit should not be towed on any street, highway, or public road without checking the existing federal, local, and state laws. Any licensing or modifications such as taillights, etc., need to comply with existing federal, local, or state vehicle requirements is the sole responsibility of the purchaser. Obey all regulations when towing on public roads and highways. See also TOWING SAFETY.

Be sure you are using the correct ball hitch size for the hitch coupler on the log splitter (2” ball). Be sure safety chains are properly connected. Leave enough slack in chains for turning. See TOWING SAFETY to read warnings about coupling.

Make sure beam attachment is locked in the horizontal position. NEVER tow splitter in the vertical position.

Turn the fuel shut-off valve OFF to prevent flooding of the engine while traveling.

TOWING AT NIGHT

The requirements for taillights are based on States regulations. Some states allow towing at night as long as the towed equipment does not visibly impair the tow vehicle taillights. This is based on a state, to state requirements. The customer is responsible for meeting the states requirements. A Taillight Kit Accessory (Part No. 7420)is available and recommended for night driving.

If a “Statement of Origin” is required in your state, see your local dealer to receive one.

LS12534D, LS11534, LS622, LS67525, LS928 specifications

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