GETTING TO KNOW YOUR LOG SPLITTER
& OPERATING GUIDELINES
Getting to Know your Log Splitter
Before attempting to use the log splitter, it is recommended to
familiarize yourself with all the controls, operating features and safety
requirements of your log splitter.
1. Wedge
2. Oil tank
3. Carrying handle
4. Oil drain bolt/dipstick
5. Supporting legs
6. Log retention tube frames
7. Log pusher
8. Hydraulic control lever
9. Wheel
10. Motor support w/ rubber feet
11. Motor
12. Power button
13. Reset button
14. Bleed screw
Operating Guidelines
Size of the logs to be split
Figure 3 shows the maximum log sizes that can be split. The
diameter of the log is indicative. A small log can be difficult to split if it
has knots or a particularly tough fibre. On the other hand, if the wood
has regular fibres it is not difficult to split logs with diameter greater
than the maximum shown in Fig. 3. It is important not to insist when
the log does not split on the first attempt, as the pump may be
damaged by the overheating of the oil when the machine is made to
work under the maximum stress in the attempt to split excessively
hard wood.
Recommended Hydraulic Oil
We recommend using hydraulic oil grade 22. Here are some
examples;
- SHELL TELLUS T22
- ARAL VITAM GF22
- SP ENERGOL HCP22
- MOBILE DTE 11 or equivalent
DO NOT USE OTHER GRADE OILS
Application conditions
This log splitter is a home use model. It is designed for operating
under ambient temperature between 5 degrees Celsius and 40
degrees Celsius and for installation at altitudes no more than 1000m
above sea level. The surrounding humidity should be less than 50%
at 40 degrees Celsius. It can be stored or transported under ambient
temperatures between -25 degrees Celsius and 55 degrees Celsius.
FIGURE 3