Champion Power Equipment 92251-1 - Manual (Page 18)

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ENGLISH 92251-1
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.
Improper maintenance will void your warranty.
For service or parts assistance, contact our help line
at
1-877-338-0999.
NOTE
Never operate a damaged or defective log splitter.
WARNING
WARNING
Oil Cont’d.
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.
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 qt. (0.6 L) of oil and replace oil fill cap/
dipstick. DO NOT OVERFILL.
6. Dispose of used oil at an approved waste
management facility.
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 in.)
Once oil has been added, use the dipstick to check oil
level, DO NOT screw in the dipstick while checking.
NOTE
FILL
FILL