Champion Power Equipment 92500 - Manual (Page 15)

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92500 ENGLISH
ASSEMBLy
When temperature is below 32º F (0ºC) Automatic
Transmission Fluid (Dexron-III or similar).
NOTE
DO NOT remove the hydraulic oil fill cap when the
engine is running or hot. Hot oil can escape causing
severe burns. Always allow the log splitter to cool
completely before removing the hydraulic oil cap.
High fluid pressure and temperatures are created
in the hydraulic log splitters. Hydraulic fluid will
escape through a pin-size hole opening and can
puncture skin and cause severe blood poisoning.
Inspect hydraulic system regularly for possible
leaks. Never check for leaks with your hand while
the system is pressurized. Seek medical attention
immediately if injured by escaping fluid.
WARNING
Add Fuel Cont’d.
Our engines work well with 10% or less ethanol
blend fuels. When using blended fuels there are
some issues worth noting:
– Ethanol-gasoline blends can absorb more water
than gasoline alone.
– These blends can eventually separate, leaving
water or a watery goo in the tank, fuel valve and
carburetor.
– With gravity-fed fuel supplies, this compromised
fuel can be drawn into the carburetor and cause
damage to the engine and/or potential hazards.
– There are only a few suppliers of fuel stabilizer
that are formulated to work with ethanol blend
fuels.
– Any damages or hazards caused by using
improper fuel, improperly stored fuel, and/
or improperly formulated stabilizers, are not
covered by manufacture’s warranty.
It is advisable to always shut off the fuel supply,
run the engine to fuel starvation and drain the tank
when the equipment is not in use for more than 30
days.
NOTE
Use regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum
octane rating of 85.
Do not mix oil and gasoline.
Fill tank to approximately ¼ in. (6.4 mm) below the
top of the tank to allow for fuel expansion.
DO NOT pump gas directly into the tank at the gas
station. Use an approved container to transfer the
fuel to the tank.
DO NOT fill fuel tank indoors.
DO NOT fill fuel tank when the engine is running or hot.
DO NOT overfill the fuel tank.
DO NOT light cigarettes or smoke when filling the
fuel tank.
CAUTION
Add Hydraulic Oil
A
B
1. Make sure the log splitter is on a flat, level surface.
2. Remove the oil plug from the oil tank. (A)
3. Add 4 gal. (15.1 L) of hydraulic oil - see
specification section for types of acceptable oil.
4. Check the hydraulic oil level using the oil sight glass.
Oil level should visibly fill the glass sight. (B)
5. Replace and tighten the oil plug and orient the vent
hole away from the operator zone.
6. Start Engine. Extend and retract the wedge to purge
air from the hydraulic system. When the wedge
motion is smooth, the system is properly purged.
7. Check the hydraulic oil tank sight glass. Add
approximately 1 gallon of hydraulic oil to bring the
level back up to the sight glass.
8. Check oil level daily and add as needed.