Ariens 34-Ton Log Splitter Owners Manual - Page 11
OPERATION, Engine Switch, Choke Control Lever, Fuel Shut-Off Valve, Recoil Starter Handle
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OPERATION CONTROLS AND FEATURES The fuel shut-off valve has two positions: WARNING: AVOID INJURY. Read and understand the entire Safety section before proceeding. See figure 7 for all controls and features locations. Engine Switch The engine 1 switch has two positions: 1. OFF - Engine will not start or run. 2 2. ON - Engine will start and run. Choke Control Lever 1.Choke Closed position: chokes off air to engine for easier start. 2.Choke Open position: allows 1 2 for normal operation. IMPORTANT: Gradually open choke after engine starts. Throttle Control Lever 1 2 3 The throttle controls the engine speed. To increase or decrease the engine speed, adjust to: 1. Fast (normal or warm starts) 2. Part-Throttle 3. Slow (cold weather starts) Fuel Shut-Off Valve IMPORTANT: The fuel shut-off valve MUST be in the closed position prior to transporting the unit. Closed Position: Use this position to service, transport, or store the unit. Open Position: Use this position to run the unit. Figure 8 Recoil Starter Handle When pulled, handle will turn engine over. IMPORTANT: DO NOT let handle snap back against starter. Control Lever (Figure 9) The control lever is used to move the splitting wedge in or out when operating in the horizontal position or up and down when operating in the vertical position. Horizontal Operating Position 1 2 3 Vertical Operating Position 3 2 1 Figure 9 GB - 11