Using your log splitter – Bolens 248-604A User Manual
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USING YOUR LOG SPLITTER
FIGURE 6
FIGURE 7
NOTE
After engine has been serviced, linish
filling oil reservoir. Start engine and
operate engagement handle so the rarn
makes two comp strokes. —
A
CAUTION
This is to purge the hydraulic system
of air. Continued operation will cause
permanent damage to pump and cyl
inder. Stop engine and finish filling
reservoir tank. It will take about 3
quarts of oil. See figure 4.
Your log splitter is designed for safe, efficient,
operation. CARE, OF COURSE, MUST BE EXER
CISED THAT HANDS ARE KEPT AWAY FROM
MOVING PARTS.
A.
B.
Set throttle at maximum speed.
Engagement handle has three positions: Forward-
moves ram toward wedge. Neutral—ram stops in
place. Reverse—ram returns. See figure 8.
FIGURE 8
C. Maximum length that can be split is 23!'
D. Place log on beam and hold in place with right
hand. See figure 9.
ENGAGEMENT HANDLE
RAM
WEDGE
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FIGURE 9