Figure E
Oil Fill/Drain Port

9.Stack as you work. This will provide a safer work area, by keeping it uncluttered, and avoid the danger of tripping, or damaging the power cord.

10.Remember to retighten the Bleed Screw (14) when you are finished.

INSPECTION, MAINTENANCE, AND CLEANING

Note: Only a qualified service technician should repair or service the internal hydraulic system of this unit.

1.WARNING! Make sure the Switch (36) of the splitter is in its “OFF” position and that the tool is unplugged from its electrical outlet before performing any inspection, maintenance, or cleaning procedures.

2.BEFORE EACH USE, inspect the general condition of the splitter. Check for loose screws, misalignment or binding of moving parts, cracked or broken parts, damaged electrical wiring, and any other condition that may affect its safe operation. If abnormal noise or vibration occurs, have the problem corrected before further use. Do not use damaged equipment.

MAINTENANCE

WARNING: Before Performing Any Maintenance, Unplug the Tool from the Power Source!

CHECKING/CHANGING THE HYDRAULIC OIL Please refer to Figure E on this page, and Parts Diagram on page 15.

1.Make sure the LOG PUSHER (49A) is fully retracted.

2.Carefully unscrew the OIL GAUGE (10) and remove it completely.

3.Position a container under the log splitter that will hold at least 3.2 quarts of oil. Then tilt the machine to empty

the oil into the container.

4. Tilt the Log Splitter the other way, with the Oil Fill / Drain Port up. Using a clean funnel, pour in 3.2 quarts of Hydraulic Oil. (Be sure to use only clean, high quality hydraulic oil specifically made for this purpose.)

5.Clean the OIL GAUGE (10), and carefully insert it to make sure the oil level is between the two marks on the dipstick.

6.Clean the OIL GAUGE (10), OIL SEAL (12), and O-RING OIL SEAL (11) thoroughly, and re-install. Be careful not to damage the threads of the aluminum FRONT COVER (15).

SKU 93815

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