DR Power Hydraulic 8-Ton - Manual (Page 26)

26 8-TON DR ® WOOD SPLITTER
End of Season and Storage
NOTE: Please refer to the engine owner's manual for engine-specific procedures.
• Change the engine oil.
• Remove the spark plug and pour about 1 ounce of motor oil into the cylinder hole. Replace the plug
and pull the recoil starter rope until you feel strong resistance. This will coat the piston and seat the
valves to prevent moisture buildup.
• Clean/replace the air filter.
• Clean dirt and debris from the cylinder head cooling fins and muffler area of the engine.
• If your 8-TON DR WOOD SPLITTER will be idle for more than 30 days, we recommend using a gas
stabilizer. This will prevent sediment from gumming up the carburetor. If there is dirt or moisture in
the gas or tank, remove it by draining the tank. Completely fill the tank with fresh, unleaded gas and
add the appropriate amount of stabilizer or gasoline additive. Run the engine for a short time to
allow the additive to circulate. Close the fuel shut-off valve to prevent carburetor overflow and
leakage.
• Check the wedge for nicks and wear. Sharpen if needed.
• Apply Fluid Film to areas where the paint has worn or chipped off to bare metal.
• If possible, store the unit inside or cover it completely if stored outside.
• Grease bottom surface of Slide Rail.
BEFORE PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE, STOP THE ENGINE AND
DISCONNECT THE SPARK PLUG WIRE.