Use and Care Manual
STORAGE
Follow the instructions
belowforstoringyour
log
splitter
between
uses.
1.
Retract the wedge completely
to
keep the rod protected from
corrosion.
2.
Allow
the machine
to
coolS minutes before storing.
3.
Clear
the
debris from the
beam,
wedge, and end plate.
Use
a damp cloth
to
clear exterior surfaces
of
the engine and log
splitter.
Use
a soft bristle brush
to
remove
excess
dirt
and oil.
Use
an
air compressor (25
PSI)
to
clear
dirt
and small debris.
Wipe
the beam, wedge, and all metal parts
with
an
oil rag
to
prevent corrosion.
~
Never
spray
the
engine
or
log
splitter with a
pressure
~
washer.
Water
can
contaminate
the
fuel
system
and
can
enter
the
engine
and
damage
the
engine.
4. Refer
to
the engine
manual
for
proper engine storage instructions.
Gasoline
can
become stale when stored over
30
days.
Stale fuel
can
cause
acid and
gum
deposits
that
form
in
the fuel
system
or
on
carburetor parts.
For
engine
fuel that
is
stored
less
than 30
days,
add
a fuel stabilizer to
keep
the
fuel
fresh.
Turn
the
fuel
valve
lever
to
the
off position.
If
fuel
is
stored
over
30
days,
then
drain
the
fuel
tank
as
stated
in
the
engine
manual.
23 I Maintenance &
Storage
Always drain fuel
from
the
tank
in
an
outdoor,
well-
ventilated
area.
Stay away
from
sources
of
heat,
(lame,
or sparks
while handling
fuel.
Clean
up
fuel
spills
immediately.
5. Store the log splitter in a location away
from
corrosive
materials, sources
of
heat, open flames, sparks,
or
pilot lights.
Never store the log splitter inside where there
is
a source
of
heat or
an
open
(lame,
spark, or pilot
light,
such
as
a water
heater,
space
heater,
furnace,
clothes
dryer,
or
other
gas
appliance.
EVEN
IF
the
log
splitter's
fuel
tank
is
empty,
residual
gasoline
vapors
could
ignite.
Never
store
the
log
splitter
near
fertilizer
or
any
other
corrosive
material.
6. Store gasoline in a cool,
dry
place in a UL listed
tightly
sealed
container.
Gasoline
vapors
can
ignite
if
they collect inside
an
enclosure
and
explosion
can
result.
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