DR Power Hydraulic 8-Ton - Manual (Page 16)

16 8-TON DR ® WOOD SPLITTER
6. Remove the Crank Case Fill Cap (Figure 16) and Fill
the engine’s crankcase with 20 ounces (approximately
2/3 of a quart) of the engine manufacturer’s
recommended oil. Pour slowly and fill to the point of
overflowing. You may want to use a long-neck funnel
to help reach the fill opening. 10W 30 is a general
purpose motor oil, however refer to the Oil Chart in
the engine manual for different viscosities and types to
use for different Starting temperatures.
7. Replace the Crank Case Fill Cap.
8. Remove the Gas Cap (Figure 17) and fill the engine’s
fuel tank with fresh, clean, lead-free automotive
gasoline to approximately 1-1/2" below top of neck to
allow for expansion.
9. Replace the Gas Cap.
10. Move the throttle to FAST and the Choke Lever to
CHOKE (Figure 18).
11. Pull the starter cord and start the engine.
12. Allow the engine to warm up, then adjust the choke
towards the RUN position until the engine runs
smoothly.
DO NOT MIX OIL WITH THE GASOLINE. USING MIXED
OIL/GASOLINE IN A FOUR CYCLE ENGINE CAN CAUSE
ENGINE DAMAGE.
Crank Case
Fill Cap
Figure 16
BE CAREFUL NOT TO SPILL FUEL WHEN FILLING THE
ENGINE. IF FUEL SHOULD SPILL, QUICKLY WIPE OFF AND
ALLOW THE EXCESS FUEL TO EVAPORATE BEFORE
CONTINUING. FUEL AND FUEL VAPORS ARE HIGHLY
FLAMMABLE AND CAN CAUSE PERSONAL INJURY OR EVEN
DEATH WHEN IGNITED. Gas Cap
Figure 17
Choke
Lever
Figure 18
Starter
Cord
Throttle