Inspection And Maintenance; General Maintenance Check (Before Operating); Engine Service; Storage - Brave PCLS04 Guía De Referencia Rápida

Operation
7. DO NOT load another log or remove split
pieces until the pusher plate has com-
pletely stopped and the control handle
automatically returns to the neutral posi-
tion.
Splitting Large Logs
When splitting a large log, or one in which the
wood is extremely tough or stringy (such as
elm), the first pass through the splitter may
not split the log into two sections. If this hap-
pens, turn the log and split off small sections.
Repeat this process as necessary to split the
entire log.
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General Maintenance Check (before operating)

The hydraulic system (hoses, cylinder, and pump) should be carefully inspected before
each use. Also, inspect the mechanical parts at the same time. Make sure all clamps,
nuts, bolts, fittings, etc. are properly installed and tightened.
Do not check for leaks with your hand. Leaks can be located by pass-
ing a piece of cardboard or wood around the suspected leak and look-
ing for discoloration. High-pressure fluid escaping from a very small
hole can be almost invisible. Escaping fluid under pressure can have
sufficient force to penetrate skin, causing serious injury or even death.
If fluid is injected into your skin, it must be treated immediately by a doc-
tor familiar with this type of injury.
Always replace frayed, kinked, or cracked hoses and/or other damaged hydraulic com-
ponents with Brave Products' authorized parts and components specified in the "Parts"
section of this manual. Replacement parts from secondary suppliers (not original Brave
replacement parts) can lead to product damage and/or personal injury, and WILL VOID
THE WARRANTY.
Do not remove the cap from the hydraulic tank or reservoir while the log
splitter is running. Hot oil, under pressure, could be expelled resulting
in serious injury.
Should it become necessary to loosen or remove any hydraulic fitting or line, be sure to
relieve all hydraulic pressure by shutting off the engine, removing spark plug wire, and
moving the valve control handle back and forth several times until no cylinder movement
is visible.

Engine Service

Refer to the engine manufacturers manual for engine maintenance and repair.

Storage

Refer to the engine manufacturers manual for engine storage. No special procedures
are required for the hydraulic system to store the log splitter.
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Inspection and Maintenance

WARNING
CAUTION
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