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CONTACT DETAILS

Oxdale Products can be contacted using the details below,
these details can also be used for ordering spare parts.

Oxdale Products Ltd
Units 20 – 21 Foxwood Road
Off Sheepbridge Lane
Chesterfield
S41 9RF

Tel:

01246 529020

Email:

[email protected]

Web:

www.oxdaleproducts.co.uk

Electric Motor

The  electric  motor  unit  should  only  be  opened  by  a
qualified  electrician.  Oxdale  Products  Ltd  recommends
annual servicing and PAT testing by a qualified electrician.
The  instructions for  the  motor  unit from  the  suppliers,  is

included in this user manual

Greasing

Keep the collar guide of the unit well-greased this will help
the log splitter run more smoothly.

Grease the collar guide

Summary of Contents for E300

Page 1: ...1 OXDALE PRODUCTS LTD OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL E300 E400 AND E400D LOG SPLITTER KEEP FOR FUTURE USE ...

Page 2: ...ety 3 Labels 6 Quick Guide Including Transport and Storage 8 In Depth Instructions 11 Warranty Information 18 Technical Specifications 19 Contact Details 20 Declaration of Conformity 21 Electric Motor Instructions 22 ...

Page 3: ...rs but should be stored in a dry place Hydraulic action provides the force to drive a splitting wedge into a log Never operate the log splitter if unauthorized persons are in the area especially small children Hazards associated with log splitting may be pinch points splinters eye injury and entanglement IT IS FOR SINGLE PERSON USE ONLY YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR THE SAFE OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE OF...

Page 4: ...ended whist it is running Both ends of each log should be cut as square as possible to help prevent the log from riding out of the splitter This is also aided by the three holes in the log platform having raised edges to reduce the risk of slipping Always choose a working area free from obstructions and then keep the working area free from obstructions such as logs and split wood Machine is for si...

Page 5: ... Registered Address Oxcroft Stables 30 Oxcroft Estate Stanfree Derbyshire S44 6AU Company Number 6490139 England Wales 5 The log splitter is designed only for splitting wood Using it for any other purpose may damage it and be dangerous to the user and others Ensure that the machine is stable at all times when in use and is stored safely when not in use in a dry place ...

Page 6: ...llegible they should be replaced immediately SAFETY LABELS WARNING NOTICES WARNING Danger Keep clear of moving parts To be operated by one person only Wear hearing protection except electric machines Read instruction manual before use Additionally on the electric motor unit Electrical data and the following safety decal 31 ...

Page 7: ...ation Manufacturer Oxdale Products Unit 20 21 Foxwood Road Off Sheepbridge Lane Chesterfield S41 9RF Year of Construction Machinery Type E300 E400 E400D Mass of Machine Serial Number Max Hydraulic Oil Operating Pressure ...

Page 8: ...h a PRCD Start the motor Ram collar to be greased PRE OPERATION CHECKLIST It is important for both personal safety and maintaining the food mechanical condition of the log splitter that this checklist is followed Grease slider every 10 hours of operation and pre post season Check that all hydraulic fittings and connections are tight and in good condition Check for damaged worn missing parts and re...

Page 9: ...n the motor which should be carried out at regular intervals usually once a year 9 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Position the log splitter on solid level ground when operating Plug the unit into the mains single phase 3 pin 13 amp socket in conjunction with a PRCD and start the motor Using both hands lift the handle to lower the ram and lower the handle to raise the ram Operate ram to lift the wedge abov...

Page 10: ...made in accordance with the wiring diagram given on the terminal box If want to change direction of the motor you may see the wiring diagram to change connection method of the connection strip that may change the direction IV Maintenance of the Motors 1 Daily Cleaning The motor in use should always be kept clean No water drops or cotton should be allowed to get into the interior of the motors 2 Ch...

Page 11: ...y 6 Rotating Condition of the Motor Before the motor is installed the shaft extension slowly should be turned by hand to make sure that the rotor does not rub or knock against other parts but gives an easy and swift rotation After the motor has been installed check the driving belt or the coupler is mounted with good flexibility 11 IN DEPTH INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE FIRST USE FILLING TANK WITH HYDRAULIC...

Page 12: ... full of corrosive gas III Preliminaries Before Operation 1 Check the InsuIation Resistance Before the motor is put into operation the insulation resistance between its winding and that of the windings respect to ground with a megaohm meter of 500V The rate of the resistance is more than 1 0 megaohm otherwise the winding should be treated with heat baking If it is available a voltage in the range ...

Page 13: ...rom invasion into the machine and making it damp 13 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS The log splitter is designed for splitting logs only It can handle logs no bigger than 350mm E300 and 450mm E400 high depending on the model and having a diameter no bigger than 900mm The minimum log width is 75mm Only persons competent to do so and having read in full this manual should use this log splitter Before using t...

Page 14: ...nder the wedge with the point of the wedge in the centre of the log Place both hands on the handle and lift to lower the wedge into the log Stop lowering the wedge if the log starts to go sideways and reposition If the wedge gets stuck return the wedge to the fully open position and rock the log free before continuing When splitting wood always stand in front of the unit and not to the side as log...

Page 15: ...ld be upright in a dry location Hydraulic System Periodically check the hydraulic oil level with the gauge on the side of the unit top up if required Check also for oil leaks worn hoses and loose fittings Please note that the pressure within the hydraulic system can exceed 2000 pounds per square inch psi Reinforced hoses develop pinhole leaks and hydraulic connections can vibrate loose Hydraulic l...

Page 16: ...raulic system damage Filter element replacement remove the top cover on the filter body and using the handle on top of the filter remove from the filter body Replacement is a reversal of removal Looking after the hydraulic oil is very important keeping the oil free from contamination will reduce the need to change the oil If you need to change the oil you can drain the oil through the feed pipe to...

Page 17: ... oxdaleproducts co uk Web www oxdaleproducts co uk 17 Electric Motor The electric motor unit should only be opened by a qualified electrician Oxdale Products Ltd recommends annual servicing and PAT testing by a qualified electrician The instructions for the motor unit from the suppliers is included in this user manual Greasing Keep the collar guide of the unit well greased this will help the log s...

Page 18: ... as repairs have not been carried out by Oxdale or a pre authorized specialist the same applies to auxiliary parts and accessories All warranty claims are on a return to manufacturer basis All Oxdale products have a full 12 months warranty 19 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS E300 E400 AND E400D LOG LOG SPLITTER MODEL NO Weight 60kg Max Pressure 4780psi 330 Ram Bore 60mm Noise 70db A Ram Stroke Ram Rod 300...

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