Champion Power Equipment 100133 - Manual (Page 19)

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100133 ENGLISH
OPERATION
ALWAYS use the log splitter for its intended use . The
log splitter should only be used to split wood logs,
length wise with the grain .
NEVER modify, alter or change the log splitter in
anyway . Modifications will void the warranty .
NEVER attach a rope, cable or other device to the
control lever on the log splitter .
DO NOT modify or change the engine and operating
speeds or pressure settings . These changes can
cause safety issues .
ONLY operate the log splitter in daylight .
NEVER operate, or let anyone else operate, the log
splitter while under the influence of alcohol, drugs,
or medication .
NEVER leave the log splitter unattended while the
engine is running .
DO NOT change the splitting position with the engine
running . Contact with the muffler can cause serious
burns .
Always make sure the beam is in the locked position .
DO NOT let the beam drop as it could crush fingers
or cause damage to the log splitter .
WARNING
Log Splitter Location Cont’d. Starting the Engine Cont’d.
Starting the Engine
1 . Make certain the log splitter is on a flat, level surface .
2 . Flip engine switch to “ON” position (Item A) .
3 . Rotate the fuel valve to the “ON” position (Item B) .
4 . Move the throttle lever (Item C) to the “Fast”
position .
5 . Move the choke lever (Item D) to the “Choke”
position .
6 . Pull the starter cord slowly until resistance is felt and
then pull rapidly . SEE NOTE BELOW.
7 . As engine warms up, move the choke lever (Item D)
to “Run .”
If the engine starts but does not run make certain
that the log splitter is on a flat, level surface . The
engine is equipped with a low oil sensor that will
prevent the engine from running when the oil level
falls below a critical threshold .
The hydraulic oil needs to be above 10° F (-12° C)
before starting the engine . Cold hydraulic oil can
damage the hydraulic pump .
If outdoor air temperature is below 32° F (0° C)
allow the log splitter to warm up by extending and
returning the wedge several times before splitting
wood .
NOTE
A
B
C
D
Keep choke lever in “Choke” position for 2 pulls of
the recoil starter . After first pull, move choke lever
to the “Run” position for up to the next 3 pulls of
the recoil starter . Too much choke leads to spark
plug fouling/engine flooding due to the lack of
incoming air . This will cause the engine not to start .
NOTE
Stopping the Engine
1 . Turn the fuel knob to the “Off” position . (B)
2 . Let the engine run until fuel starvation has stopped
the engine . This usually takes a few minutes .
3 . Turn the engine switch to the “Off” position . (A)
Important: Always ensure that the Fuel Valve and the
Engine Switch are in the “OFF” position when the
engine is not in use .
If the engine will not be used for a period of two (2)
weeks or longer, please see the Storage section for
proper engine and fuel storage .
NOTE