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4.3 MACHINE BREAK-IN
Although there are no operational restrictions on
the Woodsplitter when used for the rst time, it is
recommended that the following mechanical items
be checked:
A. After operating for 1 and 5 hours:
1. Check all nuts, bolts and other fasteners.
Tighten to their specied torque.
2. Check the condition of all hydraulic lines,
hoses and ttings. Replace any that are
damaged. Re-route those that are rub-
bing, pinched or crimped. Tighten any
tting that is leaking.
3. Check for entangled material. Remove all
entangled material before resuming work.
4. Check the oil level in the hydraulic reser-
voir in the skid steer. Add as required.
4.4 PRE-OPERATION CHECKLIST
Efcient and safe operation of the Woodsplitter
requires that each operator reads and under-
stands the operating procedures and all related
safety precautions outlined in this section. A
pre-operation checklist is provided for the opera-
tor. It is important for both the personal safety and
maintaining good mechanical condition that this
checklist is followed.
Before operating the machine and each time
thereafter, the following areas should be checked
off:
1. Lubricate the machine per the schedule out-
line in Section 5 Service and Maintenance.
2. Use only a skid steer of adequate power and
weight to operate the machine.
3. Check that the machine is properly attached
to the skid steer. Be sure the lock pins on the
loader face plate are fully engaged to secure
the Woodsplitter to the loader.
4. Check the oil in the reservoir of the skid steer.
Add as required.
5. Check the condition of all hydraulic lines,
hoses and ttings. Replace any that are
damaged. Re-route those that are rubbing,
pinched or crimped. Tighten any tting that is
leaking.
6. Check all parts for entangled material. Re-
move entangled material.
7. Install and secure all guards, doors and cov-
ers before starting.
8. Review the "controls" section in the skid steer
operator's manual to be familiar with the
control settings and functions before operating
machine.