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SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE
3.1 Service
3.1.1 FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS
1. Grease:
Use multi-purpose lithium based grease.
2. Hydraulic Oil:
Use SAE 10W-30 hydraulic oil.
3. Storing Lubricants:
Your machine can operate at top efficiency only if clean lubricants are used. Use clean
containers to handle all lubricants. Store them in an area protected from dust, moisture and
other contaminants.
3.1.2 GREASING
1. Use a hand-held grease gun for all greasing.
2. Wipe frame slide clean before greasing.
3.2 Maintenance
The recommended period is based on normal operating conditions. Severe or unusual conditions
may require more frequent maintenance.
3.2.1 8 HOURS OR DAILY MAINTENANCE
1. Check and tighten all nuts and bolts in connection parts.
2. Pump grease onto the frame side as required.
3. Clean the implement; take away all dirt, debris and residue.
3.2.2 SEASON MAINTENANCE
1. Check the machine as above for daily maintenance.
2. Check the hydraulic oil ; replace it if it is contaminated.
3. Check the limiting block for wear and tear. If warn, disassemble, clean and replace them if
necessary.
4. Check the hydraulic hoses and coupling & replace if required.
3.2.3 ANNUAL MAINTENANCE
1. Thoroughly clean the log splitter from debris and residue.
2. Check splitting wedge, sharpening if require. (Just use a file on it as it does not have to have a
razor sharp edge)
3. Apply a thin coating of oil or Grease to the Wedge Cutting Edge to prevent rust.
