5.7.
Recommended oil.
5.7.1.
Following hydraulic oils or equivalent are recommend for the log splitter's
hydraulic transmission system:
5.7.2.
SHELL Tellus
3
2
5.8.
Sharpening wedge
5.8.1.
After using the log splitters for some time, it will need sharpening. Sharpen
the wedge of the log splitter by using a fine-toothed file and smooth any burrs
or crushed area along the cutting edge.
6. TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM
PROBABLE CAUSE
SUGGESTED REMEDY
Fails to split logs
Log is not positioned correctly
Refer to "Log Splitter Operation"
section for perfect log loading.
The size or hardness of the log
exceeds the machines capacity
Reduce the log sizes before
splitting on the log splitter
Wedge cutter is blunt
Refer to "Sharpening Wedge"
section to sharpen the cutting
edge.
Oil leaks
Locate leak/s and contact dealer
Unauthorized adjustment has
been made on Max Pressure
Limiting Screw. Lower the max
pressure setting
Contact the dealer
The log pusher
moves jerkily,
making an
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 your dealer
Oil leaks around
cylinder ram or
from other
points
Air sealed in hydraulic system
when in use
Loosen bleed screw 3~4 turns
before operating the log splitter
Bleed screw is not tightened
before moving log splitter
Tighten the Bleed Screw up before
moving the log splitter.
Oil Drain Bolt with Dipstick is not
tight.
Tighten the Oil Drain Bolt with
Dipstick.
Hydraulic control valve assembly
and/or seal(s) worn
Contact your dealer
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