Ariens 34-Ton Log Splitter Owners Manual - Page 20

TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE CORRECTION Engine will not 1. Engine switch in start. Off position. 1. Move switch to On position (see Engine Switch on page 11). 2. Fuel shut-off valve 2. Move valve to On position (see Fuel Shut- in Off position. Off Valve on page 11). 3. Fuel tank empty. 3. Fill fuel tank with fuel (see Fill Engine Fuel Tank on page 9). 4. Spark plug disconnected. 4. Connect spark plug. 5. Faulty spark plug. 5. Replace spark plug. 6. Choke lever in wrong position. 6. Adjust choke lever position (see Choke Control Lever on page 11). 7. Faulty engine. 7. See your Ariens Dealer. Engine overheats. 1. Debris accumulated on engine and cooling fins. 1. Clean debris from engine and cooling fins. Cylinder does not extend or retract when control lever is moved. 1. Low hydraulic oil level. 2. Kinked or pinched hydraulic lines. 1. Refill hydraulic oil to proper level (see Checking Hydraulic Oil Level on page 18). 2. Repair or replace damaged hydraulic lines. 3. Hydraulic drive coupling broken. 3. Replace hydraulic drive coupling (see MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE on page 17). 4. Faulty hydraulic pump. 4. See your Ariens Dealer. 5. Faulty control valve. 5. See your Ariens Dealer. Excessive 1. Worn or damaged vibration or noise drive coupling. from hydraulic drive coupling. 1. Replace hydraulic drive coupling (see MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE on page 17) Erratic movement of cylinder. 1. Air in hydraulic system. 1. Purge air from hydraulic system (see Purge Air From Hydraulic System on page 19). Control lever sticks. 1. Debris in control lever linkage. 1. Clean and lubricate linkage. 2. Dented rear cap on control lever valve assembly. 2. See your Ariens Dealer. GB - 20