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L. Troubleshooting Continued

Problem

Pressure Plate Advances with a Jerky Motion or with Strong Vibration

Possible Cause

o

Air in the Hydraulic System

Open bleed screw, and cycle pressure plate of log splitter three to four times back

and forth to help remove any air that may have mixed into the hydraulic fluid.

Problem

Pressure Plate Advances with a Jerky Motion or with Strong Vibration

Possible Cause

o

Hydraulic Fluid Level is Low

Check and Adjust Hydraulic Fluid Oil Level (see page 9)

Problem

Slow Pressure Plate Response

Possible Cause

o

Hydraulic Fluid Oil Level is Low

Check and Adjust Hydraulic Fluid Oil Level (see page 9)

Problem

Hydraulic Fluid Leak

Possible Cause

o

Bleed Screw was not tightened before machine was moved

Tighten Bleed Screw before Moving Splitter

Problem

Hydraulic Fluid Leak

Possible Cause

o

Worn hydraulic Oil Seals

Contact Qualified Hydraulic Mechanic

M. Storage

1. Clean unit

2. Lubricate for Rust Prevention

3. Tighten Air Bleed Screw

4. Fold in the Handle (optional)

5. Store Indoor in a shelter/dry area not accessible to children

Summary of Contents for 65559

Page 1: ...Pow R kraft 4 Ton Cart Model Log Splitter Manual and Safety Instructions Model 65559 ...

Page 2: ...he hydraulic assembly is attached to the wheel frame assembly making it easy to move the log splitter around with no lifting The frame is equipped with folding handles for storage pivoting support for stability and cord storage hooks for convenience This log splitter is designed with safety in mind with two hand operating controls The electrical motor is protected by a 15 amp circuit breaker The p...

Page 3: ...nserts supporting the top and the bottom of the unit Remove wheels pivoting support and hardware bag from the box 2 Put log splitter in the vertical position by holding the top of the beam and carefully lifting the top of the log splitter until it can stand HARDWARE BAG QTY 1 ...

Page 4: ...4 3 Check contents of the hardware bag ...

Page 5: ...the handle knob Repeat the same steps for the opposite side of the handle and tighten the knobs 5 Installing Wheels Insert the Wheel Shaft in the hub of the Wheel and secure it with the Nut provided Slide the opposite side of the Wheel Shaft through the opening in the frame and bracket then screw it into the welded nut Start by hand and then use a wrench and secure the wheel Repeat these steps to ...

Page 6: ...Connecting Link to the Pivoting Support Secure Support by attaching connecting Link to the frame D Special Safety Information 1 Safety Decals An important part of the safety system incorporated in this log splitter is the Warning Labels and Information Decals found on various parts of the unit These decals must be replaced in time due to abrasion etc It is your responsibility to replace the decals...

Page 7: ...ur Warranty Check the log before splitting It should be free from nails or wire that may fly out during splitting operation This could cause personal injury or damage to the machine The ends of the log should be cut as squarely as possible Never attempt to split more than one log at a time unless the ram is fully extended and you need the second log to complete the split of the first log Do not at...

Page 8: ...t oil and sharp edges Never expose log splitter to rain or operate in wet conditions doing so will void your warranty Never attempt to move or reposition the log splitter by pulling the cord Don t operate the log splitter with a damaged electrical or extension cord Never operate the log splitter unless the power cord is plugged into a properly grounded outlet that supplies 110 120V power and a min...

Page 9: ... Before use of the log splitter check it for alignment of moving parts free running of moving parts breakage of parts mounting and any other conditions that may affect its operation WARNING BLOCK WHEELS TO PREVENT SUDDEN MOVEMENT Inspect hydraulic fluid level Cycle the unit a few times Then remove the dipstick using an Hex Key wrench clean the dipstick and insert it to check the oil level It shoul...

Page 10: ...G SPLITTER REPOSITION THE LOG BY TURNING IT AND TRY AGAIN IF THE WOOD STILL CAN NOT BE SPLIT IT MEANS THAT THE LOG EXCEEDS THE CAPACITY OF THE MACHINE AND IT SHOULD BE REJECTED Overloading or abusing your log splitter can cause premature failure can result in injury andvoidyour warranty Use common sense Always be sure to stand inside the Operator Zone when running your log splitter F Operations 1 ...

Page 11: ...g fall away Then release them This will cause the pressure plate to retract to its starting position 8 When the job is finished and you are ready to store your log splitter tighten the bleed screw to prevent oil leakage during storage time G Removal of logs jammed on the wedge WARNING NEVER REQUEST THE ASSISTANCE OF ANOTHER PERSON TO HELP YOU REMOVE A JAMMED LOG NEVER REMOVE LOG JAMMED ON THE SPLI...

Page 12: ...OT USE OTHER GRADE OILS WARNING BEFORE PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE BE SURE THAT LOG SPLITTER IS DISCONNECTED FROM THE POWER SOURCE PUSHER PLATE IS FULLY RETRACTED RETURNED TO THE LOWEST POSITION AND NO RESIDUAL HYDRAULIC ENERGY IS LEFT IN THE SYSTEM OIL HAS COOLED YOUR MACHINE IS CLEAN DO NOT CONTAMINATE HYDRAULIC FLUID CONTAMINANTS OF HYDRAULIC FLUID INCLUDE SOLID PARTICLES AIR WATER OR ANY OTHER ...

Page 13: ...t may cause cavitation Reference Cavitation occurs when the volume of hydraulic fluid demanded by any part of a hydraulic circuit exceeds the volume of fluid being supplied If there is an air bubble in the system the force applied gets used compressing the air in the bubble rather than moving the piston This affects the efficiency of the system In this case Force Rated 4 tons will be cut down Rein...

Page 14: ...g parts and for damaged or worn parts Inspect Electrical Cord Inspect Extension Cord when applicable After Each Use Clean Lubricate Every 100 Hours of Operation Replace Hydraulic Oil see page 12 L Troubleshooting Problem Log Fails to Split Possible Cause o Incorrect Positioning of Log Reposition Log Problem Log Fails to Split Possible Cause o Log exceeds permitted dimensions or the wood is too har...

Page 15: ...l is Low Check and Adjust Hydraulic Fluid Oil Level see page 9 Problem Slow Pressure Plate Response Possible Cause o Hydraulic Fluid Oil Level is Low Check and Adjust Hydraulic Fluid Oil Level see page 9 Problem Hydraulic Fluid Leak Possible Cause o Bleed Screw was not tightened before machine was moved Tighten Bleed Screw before Moving Splitter Problem Hydraulic Fluid Leak Possible Cause o Worn h...

Page 16: ...SE OF ANY PRODUCTS SOLD HEREUNDER BETST PRODUCTS TIYA LAWN GARDEN PRODUCTS MAKES NO WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS OF THE PRODUCTS FOR ANY PURPOSE WITH RESPECT TO THE PRODUCTS COVERED BY THIS AGREEMENT EXCEPT AS IN THIS PARAGRAPH OTHERWISE EXPRESSLY PROVIDED THIS IS THE SOLE AND ONLY WARRANTY OF POW R KRAFT LOG SPLITTER AND NO ...

Page 17: ...sponsible for proper maintenance care and safe operation of this Log Splitter __ Received and read or will read Operators Manual Specifically Safe Operation section __ Specifications accepted __ Controls understood __ Maintenance Requirements understood __ Storage of Log Splitter I purchaser also understand that persons not familiar with the operation of this equipment should not be allowed to use...

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