Operating Instructions; Engine Oil Recommendations - CountyLine 579791 Manual Del Propietário

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING: Read and thoroughly understand all instructions in this manual and on safety decals
before assembling or operating this log splitter. Failure to do so may cause serious injury or death.
Do not allow anyone to operate this log splitter who has not read this manual. As with all power
equipment, a log splitter can be dangerous if assembled or used improperly. Do not operate this
log splitter if you have any questions concerning safe operation. To get answers to any questions,
call our technical support department at 1-800-525-8322.
IMPORTANT: This log splitter comes complete with hydraulic oil and engine oil. Please follow the instructions below for filling the hydraulic
tank. Refer to the engine owner's manual for information on adding oil.
CAUTION:
STEP 1:
The hydraulic reservoir must be filled with oil before operation. AW46 hydraulic oil is recommended when oil is needed. Automatic
transmission fluid can be substituted and should be used instead of hydraulic oil when temperatures are below 32 degrees F.
Use only clean oil and take care to prevent dirt from entering the hydraulic reservoir. Fill the hydraulic tank with approximately
3.5 to 4.0 gallons of hydraulic fluid.
STEP 2:
After the hydraulic reservoir and the engine crankcase are filled with oil, start the engine. The hydraulic pump should prime itself. With the
engine running, move the hydraulic valve lever toward the foot plate. This will cause the cylinder to extend and expel air. When the cylinder
is fully extended, retract it. Repeat this procedure several times. An erratic movement of the cylinder indicates that there is still air in the
system. Add about 1.0 to 1.5 gallons more. Five gallons will register just above the top fill line on the dip stick.The total capacity of the entire
hydraulic system is 6.5 gallons for the 28T and 8.0 gallons for the 35T unit. NOTE: If the tank is overfilled it will tend to expel oil from the
breather cap when the cylinder is retracted. Cycle the cylinder again until it has a constant speed indicating that all air has been expelled.
CAUTION: WHEN TIGHTENING THE BREATHER CAP ON THE TANK, POINT THE HOLE AWAY
FROM THE ENGINE AND THE OPERATOR ZONE.
ENGINE OIL RECOMMENDATIONS (Kohler CH395)
We recommend use of Kohler oils for best performance. Other high quality detergent oils of API service class of SJ or higher are acceptable. For
temperatures above 32 degrees F use an SAE 10W-30 oil, For temperatures below 32 degrees F use an SAE 5W-30 oil. Using SAE 30 oil below 40
degrees F will result in hard starting and possible engine bore damage. For temperatures above 50 degrees F use an SAE 30 oil. Oil capacity for
SH265 is 0.63 qt. (0.60 L).
ENGINE OIL RECOMMENDATIONS (Honda GC190)
For temperatures above 40 degrees F use an SAE 30W oil. Using mutigrade oil may increase oil consumption. Using SAE 30W oil below 40
degrees F will resuilt in hard starting and possible engine bore damage. For temperatures below 40 degrees F use an SAE 10W-30 or SAE 5W-30
oil. Oil capacity is about 1.16 quart (1.1 liter).
STARTING INSTRUCTIONS (Kohler CH395)
NOTE: REFER TO THE ENGINE OWNER'S MANUAL FOR COMPLETE INFORMATION ON STARTING,
MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLE-SHOOTING.
1) Move the fuel lever to the "ON" position.
2) Turn the engine on/off switch to the "ON" position.
3) For a cold engine put the throttle control midway between "SLOW" and "FAST." Place the choke control into the "ON" position.
4) Turn engine on/off switch to "ON." Slowly pull the starter handle to just past compression. STOP!
Return starter handle. Pull firmly with a smooth steady motion until it starts.
5) Gradually return the choke control to the "OFF" position after the engine starts and warms up.
6) For a warm engine put the throttle control bewteen "SLOW" and "FAST." A warm engine usually does not require the choke on.
DO NOT START OR RUN THE ENGINE BEFORE ADDING OIL IN THE HYDRAULIC
RESERVOIR AND OIL IN THE ENGINE.
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