Periodic Maintenance
In addition to the maintenance performed with each use, periodic maintenance should also be performed according to the following schedule.
WARNING
AWAYS shut off the engine, disconnect the spark plug, and relieve system pressure before cleaning, adjusting, or repairing the splitter. Relieve system pressure by moving Split Control Lever back and forth several times.
IMPORTANT:
If a part needs replacement only use parts that meets the manufacturer’s specifications. Replacement parts that do not meet specifications may result in a safety hazard or poor operation of the log splitter.
1. Engine | As specified in Perform engine maintenance as specified in engine owner’s manual. | ||
maintenance | engine manual |
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2. Hydraulic | Annually / 100 | Change Hydraulic Oil. | |
Oil Change | hours |
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| WARNING: High fluid pressures and temperatures are developed in |
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| hydraulic log splitters. Hydraulic fluid escaping through a pin hole sized |
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| opening can burn or puncture skin, resulting in wounds that could cause |
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| blood poisoning, infection, disability, gangrene, amputation, or death. |
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| Therefore, the following instructions should be heeded at all times when |
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| inspecting or servicing the hydraulic components of the log splitter. |
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| | NEVER check for leaks with your hand. Leaks can be located by holding a |
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| piece of cardboard or wood (at least two feet long) with your hand at one |
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| end and passing the other end over the suspected area (wear eye protection). |
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| Look for discoloration of the cardboard or wood. |
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| | NEVER adjust the pressure of the pump or valve. |
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| | If injured by escaping fluid, no matter how small the wound is, see a doctor |
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| at once. A typical injection injury may be a small wound that does not look |
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| serious. However, severe infection or reaction can result if proper medical |
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| treatment is not administered immediately by a doctor who is familiar with |
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| injection injuries. |
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| 1. Use 10wt AW32, ASLE | |
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| 2. Relieve hydraulic system pressure by moving Split Control Lever back | |
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| and forth several times. |
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| 3. Remove hydraulic oil fill cap. | |
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| WARNING: NEVER remove the hydraulic oil fill cap when the engine |
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| is running or hot. Hot oil can escape causing severe burns. Allow the log |
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| splitter to cool completely before removing hydraulic oil fill cap. |
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| 4. Remove the suction hose from the hydraulic tank to drain the hydraulic | |
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| oil. |
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| 5. Fill to 1” from top of hydraulic tank with cylinder retracted. | |
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| hazardous waste. |
3. Spark | As specified in | If the engine is equipped with a spark arrestor muffler, clean and inspect it | |
arrestor | spark arrestor | regularly (follow manufacturer’s service instructions). Replace if damaged. | |
muffler | muffler manual |
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