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Südharzer Maschinenbau

GmbH

Helmestraße 94 · 99734 Nordhausen/Harz
Service-Tel. 03631/6297-104 · Fax 03631/6297-111
Internet: www.bgu-maschinen.de
e-mail: [email protected]

Subject to change without notice

Form: 775.14.10.2008 - Rev. D
Form: 777.14.10.2008 - Rev. D

Summary of Contents for SM 500 E

Page 1: ...ing the firewood maschine S dharzer Maschinenbau GmbH Helmestra e 94 99734 Nordhausen Harz Receptionist 49 0 3631 6297 0 7 111 Internet www bgu maschinen de Set up Use Maintenance Accessories HYDRAULI...

Page 2: ...10 Operation 13 5 11 Clearing logs jammed on the wedge 14 6 Handling and transportation 15 6 1 Short distance handling 15 6 2 Handling on a three point hitch long distance 15 6 3 Optional handle rod 1...

Page 3: ...ecked all the possible causes listed and you are still experiencing the problem ask your Authorized Service Centre for help When you order parts maintenance or repair services your Authorized Service...

Page 4: ...delive ry due to assumed transportation damages Insurance and shipping companies act with extreme caution in case of transport damages and sometimes refuse to accept responsibility Please make sure to...

Page 5: ...5 Casing 2 PRODUCT OVERVIEW Splitter wedge Extension table Handle rod Wheel Log carriage Hydraulic ram cylinder Push block Hand guard Control lever...

Page 6: ...Operation safety label One man operation only Possible dangers can arise from moving parts on the machine The machine is to be strictly operated by one man at a time only 4 Machine safety label max p...

Page 7: ...used on the machine to identify the control lever position when you wish to raise the wedge up to a higher level 11 Product Identification label This label shows the company details of the manufacture...

Page 8: ...lt in injury or severe damages To ensu re stability during operation make sure to choose a flat dry floor free from any tall grass brush or other interferences To avoid tripping do not leave tools log...

Page 9: ...model SM 500 E SM 500 Z is conceived for splitting logs for firewood preparation only BEWARE no cross grain splitting is per mitted Always split grain wise When placing the log on the log splitter ma...

Page 10: ...ge To set the unit ready for splitting you first need some minor setup work Bolt the cylinder flange firmly on the steel casing Figure 1 To do this simply release both the nuts SW19 and the respectve...

Page 11: ...in the wrong di rection may cause major even permanent damages of the hydraulic pump 5 5 Initial check up The log splitter is equipped with safety two hands mechanical controls Fig 4 designed for the...

Page 12: ...can get caught by the travelling push plate 5 8 Adjusting the ram travel The ram travel is factory set to the maximum log capacity before shipment As you start the motor the ram slides automatically...

Page 13: ...of your processor even at cold winter temperatures make sure to first run the machine idle for a few minutes so that it is fully cycled before start up The splitter is hydraulically controlled by mean...

Page 14: ...not split wood chunks with lots of branches first clean it and re move all branches DANGER crooked trunk pieces with green dry branches may burst under wedge pressure Make sure to shut the motor off...

Page 15: ...transportation on a tractor or a similar vehicle As you at tach your unit to a tractor or other equivalent self propelled vehicle make sure that the machine does not infringe the tractor profile nor b...

Page 16: ...l or with a low oil le vel When this happens air is likely to reach inside the hydraulic loop Failure to maintain due oil level may cause poor running and irregular splitter operation very rough jerky...

Page 17: ...iding pads sliding pads are likely to be worn out If so replace them with brand new ones To do so first release both hex nuts SW 19 on the cylinder flange see figure 9 Now shift the cylinder half way...

Page 18: ...manual Dismantling procedure Take good note please each and every dismantling task must be per formed by authorized service centres or trained skilled staff only Lock and clamp all moving machine par...

Page 19: ...Height mm 1200 1200 Width mm 700 700 Weight kg 310 330 Oil tank capacity l 30 30 The actual splitting force may vary 10 of the nominal rating 9 TECHNICAL DATA 9 1 Noise level emissions Noise emissions...

Page 20: ...or all electric tools and equipment we strongly recommend use a portable residual current device PRCD unless you already have a residual current device RCD in your house assuring safety and pro tectio...

Page 21: ...remove any other safety and protection device from the machine Danger operating the splitter without the safety two hands control will increase your risk of having your hands pinched during the split...

Page 22: ...ranty is given in case of machine overload Consumable parts pads wedges and general materials as well as adjustment and or setting and retrofitting services are not included in this warranty 13 EXTEND...

Page 23: ...quipment described in this manual responds in full to the actual version brought on the market We the manufacturer further declare that this equipment was duly designed and manufactured in accordance...

Page 24: ...Helmestra e 94 99734 Nordhausen Harz Service Tel 03631 6297 104 Fax 03631 6297 111 Internet www bgu maschinen de e mail service bgu maschinen de Subject to change without notice Form 775 14 10 2008 R...