Using a manual log splitter

How do you put hydraulic fluid in a manual log splitter? To add the appropriate amount of hydraulic fluid, you must first remove the oil filling plug. Then fill the hydraulic fluid unit until it is three-fourths full . After you have added the right amount of hydraulic fluid, you'll need to remove, or bleed, the trapped air from the cylinder. fileslib. ALWAYS perform all recommended maintenance procedures before using your log splitter. • ALWAYS check the level of hydraulic oil and engine oil before Only use the log splitter for its intended purpose: splitting logs. Read the owner's manual and safety instructions carefully before operating the log
WARNING: Read and thoroughly understand all instructions in this manual and NEVER use this log splitter for any other purposes than splitting firewood .
Should I grease the beam on my log splitter? You need to keep the ram fully greased up . Keep every square inch of it greased, because a dry ram will quickly become a rusty ram. Rusted rams will damage the hydraulic seal, and you do not want to damage the seal. If you notice rust forming, sand it off, clean it, and apply more grease.