
STEP 1: Starting
CAUTION: DO NOT START OR RUN
THE ENGINE WITHOUT OIL IN THE
HYDRAULIC RESERVOIR AND ENGINE.
IMPORTANT: The engine and hydraulic tank are
shipped without oil. See the engine operating and
maintenance instructions manual packed with
your Log Splitter for the type of crankcase oil, fuel,
etc. The engine manufacturer recommends lead-
free gasoline only.
CAUTION: DO NOT START OR RUN
THE ENGINE BEFORE READING ALL
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS AND
NOTES ON SAFETY THOROUGHLY.
STEP 2: The hydraulic reservoir should be fi lled
with an SAE20 hydraulic oil. If hydraulic oil is
diffi cult to obtain, automatic transmission fl uid
can be substituted and should be used instead
of hydraulic oil when temperatures are below
32
º F. Use only clean oil and take care to prevent
dirt from entering the hydraulic reservoir.
CAUTION: WHEN TIGHTENING THE
BREATHER CAP ON THE TANK, POINT
THE HOLE AWAY FROM THE ENGINE
AND THE OPERATOR ZONE.
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4.1 ENGINE OIL RECOMMENDATIONS
BRIGGS & STRATTON ENGINES:
For temperatures above 40º F use an SAE30W
oil. Using multigrade oil may increase oil con-
sumption. Using SAE 30W oil below 40º F will
result in hard starting and possible engine bore
damage. For temperatures below 40º F use an
SAE10W-30 or SAE5W-30 oil. Oil capacity for
the 6 H.P. engine is approximately
5
/
8
quart (20
ounces; 0.6 liter). Refer to Briggs & Stratton en-
gine owner's manual for additional information.
HONDA ENGINES:
For temperatures above 50º F, use an SAE30W
oil. Using multigrade oil may increase oil con-
sumption. For temperatures below 50º F use an
SAE10W-30 oil. Using SAE30W oil below 40º F
may result in hard starting and possible engine
bore damage due to inadequate lubrication.
SAE10W-30 is recommended for general use.
Refer to the Honda engine owner's manual. Oil
capacity is 0.58 quart (19 ounces; 0.55 liter).
ALWAYS check oil level before starting the
engine. Keep oil level at full.
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