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3. Turn the log splitter on the motor side over
an 3 liters capacity container to drain the
hydraulic oil off.
4. Turn the log splitter on the support leg
side.
5. Refill fresh hydraulic oil at the volume as
per the hydraulic oil capacity of a particular
model indicated in the specifications table.
6. Clean the surface of Dipstick on the oil
drain bolt and put it back into the oil tank
while keep the log splitter vertically.
7. Make sure the level of the refilled oil is just
between 2 grooves around the dipstick.
8. Clean the oil drain bolt before thread them
back. Make sure they are tightened to
avoid leakage before placing the log
splitter horizontally.
Periodically check oil level to ensure it is
between 2 grooves around the dipstick.
Upon lower oil level, oil refilling is required.
Warning: Never mix oil with general waste!
Used oil must be disposed of according to
current regulations in the country where
the machine is used.
Sharpening the wedge
After using the log splitter for some time,
sharpen the wedge of the log splitter using a
fine-toothed file and smooth any burrs or
crushed area along the cutting edge.
TROUBLE SHOOTING
PROBLEM PROBABLE
CAUSE
REMEDY
SUGGESTED
Motor stops
starting
Overload protection device disengaged to
protect the log splitter from being damaged
Let motor cool down, and push the
button of the overload protection
device to re-start the motor
Log is improperly positioned
Refer to “Log splitter operation”
section for perfect log loading
The sizes or hardness of the log exceeds
the capacity of the machine
Reduce the log size before splitting
it on the log splitter
Wedge cutting edge is blunt
Refer to “Sharpening
wedge“ section to sharpen the
cutting edge.
Oil leaks
Locate leak(s) and contact the
dealer
Fails to split
logs
Unauthorized adjustment was made on
Max. Pressure Limiting Screw. Lower
max pressure rating was set.
Contact the dealer
The log pusher
moves jerkily,
taking
unfamiliar
noise or
vibrating a lot
Lack of hydraulic oil and excessive air in
the hydraulic system
Check oil level for possible oil
refilling. Contact the dealer.
