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2. When the ram is at full extension, 

release the push button switch.

• Keep the Control lever pressed 

down the prevent the ram from 
returning.

3. Loosen the handwheel on the 

return stop and slide the stop to 
the desired position 

• Move the stop towards the 

splitter to shorten the stroke.

4. Tighten the handwheel on the return stop to lock it into position.

5. Make sure youre hands are clear of the ram, and release the control lever.

• The ram should return as far as the stop will allow.

FREEING A JAMMED LOG

1. Release both controls.

• The log pusher moves back and completely stops at its starting 

position.

2. Insert a wedge wood under the 

jammed log.

3. Start the log buster to push the 

wedge wood to go completely 
under the jammed one.

4. Repeat above procedure with 

sharper sloped wedges of woods 
until the log is completely free.

Do not try to hit the jammed log off of 
the log buster, this may damage the 
machine or may cause the log to fly 
up and cause an accident. 

Summary of Contents for LOGBUSTER 5

Page 1: ...OPERATION MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS LS0616 LOG SPLITTER MODEL NO LOGBUSTER 5 PART NO 3402030...

Page 2: ...found to have been abused or tampered with in any way or not used for the purpose for which it was intended Faulty goods should be returned to their place of purchase no product can be returned to us...

Page 3: ...r unplugging the log splitter Keep cord away from heat oil sharp edges or moving parts Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock 5 When operating the log splitter outdoors use an...

Page 4: ...n using only identical replacement parts This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES FOR LOG BUSTERS Extra special care is required when using this powerfu...

Page 5: ...essential for safety 15 Never request the assistance of another person to help you remove a jammed log 16 Always disconnect the power cable when not in use when carrying out maintenance work or when...

Page 6: ...6 SAFETY SYMBOLS...

Page 7: ...CK If this appliance is fitted with a plug which is moulded onto the electric cable i e non rewireable please note 1 The plug must be thrown away if it is cut from the electric cable There is a danger...

Page 8: ...09 2 Work table LGLOGB502 10 Wheels LGLOGB510 3 Wedge N A 11 Control lever LGLOGB511 4 Lifting handle LGLOGB504 12 Guard LGLOGB512 5 Support leg LGLOGB505 13 Bleed screw LGLOGB513 6 Log retaining plat...

Page 9: ...NING THE LOGS Always place the logs on the log retaining plates Make sure the logs do not twist rock or slip while being split Do not force the log buster by splitting the log on the upper part of the...

Page 10: ...logs rotate the log by 90 to see whether it can be split in a different direction In any case if you are still not able to split the log this means that the wood exceeds the capacity of the machine an...

Page 11: ...re clear of the ram and release the control lever The ram should return as far as the stop will allow FREEING A JAMMED LOG 1 Release both controls The log pusher moves back and completely stops at its...

Page 12: ...e from your nearest dealer Part No 1Ltr 3050830 5Ltr 3050835 4 Wipe the dipstick using a clean soft cloth and check the oil level as before Add more oil if required 5 Clean the filler neck and plug di...

Page 13: ...on on page 9 Wedge cutting edge is blunt Refer to Sharpening Wedge section See page 12 Oil leaks Contact the dealer Unauthorized adjustment was made on Max Pressure Limiting Screw Contact the dealer T...

Page 14: ...71 dB A Log Capacity Maximum Length 520 mm Minimum Length 300 mm Maximum Diameter 250 mm Minimum Diameter 50 mm PARTS AND SERVICING For Parts Servicing please contact your nearest dealer or CLARKE In...

Page 15: ...15 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY...

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