Harbor Freight Tools 65761 manual Equipment Operation, Break-in Period

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air inlet hole by tightening the Plug, as shown below.

Plug (37)

Air Inlet

O Ring (21)

Hole

Start Procedure

Before starting the engine: a. Follow the Set Up Instruc-

tions to prepare the equip- ment.

b. Inspect the equipment and engine.

c. Fill the engine with the prop-

er amount and type of fuel and oil.

d. Read the Equipment Opera- tion section that follows.

1.Turn the engine fuel valve to its

“OPEN” position.

2.Turn the engine power switch to its ON or RUN position.

3.Then, turn the engine choke lever to its “CHOKE” position. Set the choke lever in the “RUN” position when starting a warm engine.

4.Grasp the starter handle, and pull slowly until resistance is felt. While holding the handle, allow the starter rope to rewind slowly. Then, pull the starter handle with a rapid, full arm stroke. Once again while holding the handle, allow the rope to rewind

slowly. Repeat as necessary, until the engine starts.

5.After the engine starts and warms up, slowly move the choke lever to its

“RUN” position.

6.IMPORTANT: Allow the engine to run at no load until warm (1-5 minutes).

Break-in Period

1.Breaking-in the engine will help to ensure proper equipment and engine operation, and will extend the en- gine’s lifespan. The warranty is void if the engine is not broken in properly.

The first 20 hours of operation is the break-in period.

2.During the first 3 hours of use:

Do not apply a heavy load to the equipment.

Do not operate the engine at its maximum speed.

3.After the first 20 hours of use:

Change the engine oil.

Under normal operating conditions subsequent maintenance follows the schedule explained in the Mainte- nance and Servicing section.

Equipment Operation

1. WARNING! To avoid death or serious injury; block each side of both wheels of the Log Splitter before starting a job.

2.In FIGURE 1, the Rail Assembly is shown in Horizon­tal mode for opera- tion and travel. In FIGURE 4 the unit is shown in the vertical position. To change positions, remove the Hair Pin Clip (29) and the Push Pin (26).

SKU 65761

For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353.

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Contents For technical questions or replacement parts, please call Distributed exclusively by Harbor Freight ToolsContents For technical questions, please call Set up precautions Save This ManualOperating precautions Carbon Monoxide Hazard Using an engine indoorsFor technical questions, please call Service precautions Basic Specifications Set Up InstructionsAssembly Access the Tires 48 for the followingConnecting the Rail Assembly to the Oil Tank Place Log Here Operating Instructions Starting the EngineEquipment Operation Important Information Transporting the Log SplitterFor technical questions, please call Technical Specifications Maintenance ProceduresServicing Air Filter Element Maintenance CleaningFuel Filter Replacement if equipped Cleaning, Maintenance, Lubrication Schedule StorageTransport Maintenance Troubleshooting Problem Possible Causes Probable Solutions Engine will notStart Problem Possible Causes Probable Solutions Engine misfires Engine stopsSuddenly Engine knocksPart Description Qty Record Product’s Serial Number HereAssembly Diagram Cylinder head parts list & diagram Description QtyCrank case parts list & diagram Crank case cover parts list and diagram CRANKSHAFT/PISTON Parts List & Diagram Gas distribution adjustment system parts list Diagram Starter subassembly parts list & diagram Diversion Assembly parts list & diagram Carburetor parts list & diagram Flywheel/coil assembly parts list & diagram Control system parts list & diagram Air cleaner parts list & diagram Muffler parts list & diagram Muffler parts list & diagram Limited 1 year / 90 Day Warranty Emission Control System WarrantyOwner’s Warranty Responsibilities