Boss Industrial ED8T20, Owner'S Manual

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Problem Possible Cause Solution
Motor fails to start.
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Overload Protection Device
is disengaged to protect the
log splitter from being
damaged.
•
Switch off the motor and
unplug the power cable. Let
motor cool down for half an
hour and restart. If this does
not solve the problem, call
your dealer for customer
support.
The log splitter won’t split logs.
•
Log is improperly positioned.
•
The size or hardness of the
log exceeds the machine’s
capacity.
•
Wedge cutting edge is blunt.
•
Insufficient hydraulic oil.
•
Unauthorized adjustment
was made on the Maximum
Pressure Limiting Screw.
Lower maximum pressure
rating was set.
•
Refer to Operation section
for log loading.
•
Reduce the log size before
splitting
•
Refer to “Sharpening The
Wedge” in the Maintenance
section.
•
Locate leak(s). Contact the
dealer.
•
Contact the dealer.
Log ram jerks, vibrates or does not
move.
•
Unit is not placed on level
ground.
•
Lack of hydraulic oil
•
Excessive air in the
hydraulic system.
•
Log splitter is over forced.
•
Reposition the log splitter
to ensure that the wheel
end of the unit is no
higher than the other end.
Check oil level for possible
oil refilling.
•
Ensure vent plug is loose
during operation
•
Turn off and restart the unit.
•
Contact the dealer.
Oil leaks from the hydraulic system
or from other points.
•
Air is sealed in hydraulic
system while operating.
•
Vent plug is not tightened
before moving the log
splitter.
•
Oil drain bolt is not tight.
•
Hydraulic fitting(s) and/or
seal(s) are worn.
•
Loosen vent plug before
operating the log splitter.
•
Tighten the vent plug before
moving the log splitter.
•
Tighten the oil drain bolt.
•
Contact the dealer.
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