Maintenance and storage, Warning, Caution – Champion Power Equipment 92750 User Manual
Page 18: Engine maintenance
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92750
Air Filter
1 . Using your fingers, press and slide the top of the air
filter housing to remove .
2 . Remove the plastic outer casing .
3 . Remove the foam element .
4 . Wash in liquid detergent and water . Squeeze
thoroughly dry in a clean cloth .
5 . Saturate in clean engine oil .
6 . Squeeze in a clean, absorbent cloth to remove all
excess oil .
7 . Place the filter in the assembly .
8 . Reattach the air filter cover .
MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
The owner/operator is responsible for all periodic
maintenance .
Complete all scheduled maintenance in a timely manner .
Correct any issue before operating the log splitter .
For service or parts assistance, contact our help line
at
1-877-338-0999 .
NOTE
Never operate a damaged or defective log splitter .
WARNING
Improper maintenance will void your warranty .
WARNING
Used oil is a hazardous waste product and must be
disposed of properly . Do not discard with household
waste . Check with your local authorities, service center, or
dealer for safe disposal/recycling facilities .
WARNING
Engine Maintenance
To prevent accidental starting, remove and ground spark
plug wire before performing any service .
Oil
Change oil when the engine is warm . Refer to the oil
specification to select the proper grade of oil for your
operating environment .
1 . Remove the oil drain plug with a 10 mm socket and extension .
2 . Allow the oil to drain completely .
3 . Replace the drain plug .
4 . Remove oil fill cap/dipstick to add oil .
5 . Add 0 .6 L (0 .6 qt .) of oil and replace oil fill cap/
dipstick . DO NOT OVERFILL
6 . Dispose of used oil at an approved waste management facility .
DO NOT use a garden hose to clean the engine or
log splitter .
CAUTION
Water can contaminate the fuel system and can
enter the engine through the cooling slots and
damage the engine .
Cleaning
Clear the debris from the beam, wedge and endplate . Use
a damp cloth to clean 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 all metal parts with an oily rag to help prevent rust
and corrosion .
Spark Plugs
1 . Remove the spark plug cable from the spark plug .
2 . Inspect the electrode on the plug . It must be clean
and not worn to produce the spark required for
ignition .
3 . Make certain the spark plug gap is 0 .6 - 0 .8 mm
(0 .024 - 0 .031 in .) .
4 . Refer to the spark plug recommendation chart when
replacing the plug .
5 . Carefully thread the plug into the engine .
6 . Use the spark plug tool to firmly install the plug .
7 . Attach the spark plug wire to the plug .
0,6 - 0,8 mm
(0,024 - 0,031 po)
Once oil has been added, use the dipstick to check oil
level, DO NOT screw in the dipstick while checking .
NOTE
FILL
FILL
DIPSTICK