TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
PROBLEM
PROBABLE CAUSE
REMEDY SUGGESTED
Motor does not start
Overload protection device
disengaged to protect the log
splitter from being damaged.
Let motor cool down, and push the
reset button of the overload protection
device to re-start the motor.
Fails to split logs
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)/contact service center.
Unauthorized adjustment was made
on Max. Pressure Limiting Screw.
Lower max pressure rating was set
Contact closest service center.
The log pusher moves
unevenly, making
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 closest service center.
Oil leaks around
cylinder ram or from
other points
Air sealed in hydraulic system while
operating
Loosen bleed screw by some rotations
before operating the log splitter
Bleed screw is not tightened before
moving the log splitter
Tighten the bleed screw 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 closest service center.
PARTS DIAGRAM & PARTS LISTS
Refer to the Parts section of the King Canada web site for the most updated parts diagram and parts list.
