Mr.Paldu Horizontalspalter 550, Operating Instructions Manual

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Operating the log splitter
Splitting operation
1.
Position the log into the log
trough.
2.
Operate the control levers.
• The pressure plate moves out,
pressing the log against the splitting
knife.
Splitting directions
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Position branchy logs with branches
facing upwards before splitting.
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The logs must be pressed longitudi-
nally against the splitting knife.
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Splitting of difficult logs (knots, bran-
ches):
• Split logs from edge.
Caution!
The machine is designed for
one-man-operation only! During splitting
and the return stroke of the pressure
plate, the log may not be held by other
operators as this may lead to grave
injuries.
Caution!
In case of danger, push the
red OFF
button on the machine imme-
diately.
Adjustment of splitting
movement (stroke)
Fig. 5 - Adjustment of Splitting Movement (stroke)
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The machine out of the factory is
adjusted for the maximum ram stroke.
The stroke of the ram can be steplessly
adjusted up to 54 cm.
1.
Lifting of the pressure plate.
2.
Turning off the machine.
3.
Loosen the locking screw. Subse-
quently, slide the locking unit into
the desired position and tighten
by
hand
.
locking screw