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Troubleshooting 

Only a company specialist may be able to correct faults that cannot be rectified with the aid of this table. Please call the 

 

Snow Joe

®

 + Sun Joe

®

 customer service center at 1-866-SNOWJOE (1-866-766-9563).

Motor does not run

The machine fails to 

split logs

The log pusher moves 

jerkily, generating 

unusual noise or 

vibrating a lot

Oil leaks around the 

ram or from other 

points.

•  Contact a qualified electrician for opening 

the switch box to engage the overload 

protection device inside. 

•  Reload the log
•  Reduce the log size
•  Locate leak(s) and call the Snow Joe

®

 + 

Sun Joe

®

 customer service department at 

1-866-SNOWJOE (1-866-766-9563).

•  Call the Snow Joe

®

 + Sun Joe

®

 customer 

service department at 1-866-SNOWJOE 

(1-866-766-9563).

•  Check oil level. Refill the hydraulic oil 

if needed. 

•  Air sealed in hydraulic system 

while operating.

•  Bleed screw is not tightened 

before moving the log splitter. 

•  Oil drain bolt with dipstick is 

not tightened. 

•  Hydraulic control valve 

assembly and/or seal(s)  

is worn.

Problem

Possible Causes

Recommended Remedy

•  Overload protection device 

disengaged to protect the log 

splitter from being damaged 

•  Log is improperly positioned.
•  The sizes or hardness of the 

log exceeds the capacity of the 

machine

•  Wedge cutting edge is blunt
•  Oil leaks
•  Unauthorized adjustment  was 

made on Max. Pressure Limiting 

Screw. Lower max pressure rating 

was set.

•  Lack of hydraulic oil 

 

and excessive air in the  

hydraulic system. 

•  Loosen bleed screw by 3 ~ 4 rotations before 

operating the log splitter.

•  Tighten the bleed screw up before moving the 

log splitter.

•  Tighten the oil drain bolt with dipstick. 
•  Call the Snow Joe

®

 + Sun Joe

®

 customer 

service department at 1-866-SNOWJOE  

(1-866-766-9563).

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Summary of Contents for Sun joe LJ602E-RM

Page 1: ...To make sure you get the most out of your product be sure to register online at to enjoy full product support PASTE UPC LABEL HERE A Division of Snow Joe LLC OPERATOR S MANUAL Model LJ602E RM Form No SJ LJ602E RM 880E V1 R ELECTRIC LOG SPLITTER 15 AMP HYDRAULIC 5 TON ...

Page 2: ...ays inspect the area where the log splitter is to be used Ensure the surface the machine is on is 23 6 inch 29 5 inch 60 cm 75 cm high stable level and free from overhanging items such as limbs wires etc 3 All visitors children adults and pets should be kept at a distance from working area at least 16 5 ft 5 m from the log splitter while it is in operation Stop the log splitter if people or pets e...

Page 3: ...Ensure safety guards are in place 2 Disconnect the power and ensure built up pressure has been released from the tool before cleaning repairing or inspecting the log splitter 3 For best operation keep the blade sharp moving parts lubricated and the machine cleaned 4 Always check for damaged or worn parts alignment of moving parts and tightness of bolts and screws before each use 5 Replace oil as s...

Page 4: ...r to make contact with water while it is in operation If the appliance becomes wet while turned off wipe dry before starting Use only a UL CSA or ETL rated extension cord for outdoor all weather use such as the Snow Joe Sun Joe SJTW A 14 gauge 50 foot extension cord with lighted end Model PJEXT50 B Visit sunjoe com to purchase this extension cord online or to order by phone call 1 866 SNOWJOE 1 86...

Page 5: ...ment of the log splitter Wear eye and hearing protection For protection against injury wear ear defenders and safety goggles Wear heavy duty gloves and steel toed boots when using the machine and handling debris To reduce the risk of injury user must read instruction manual Symbols Symbols Descriptions Descriptions WARNING Do not expose or operate the unit in rain or wet conditions Keep dry Keep b...

Page 6: ...nce cord 11 On Off switch 12 Switch box 13 Rear wheels 14 Hydraulic control lever 15 Control lever guard 16 Max pressure limit screw 17 Beam 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 Technical Data Rated Voltage 120 V AC 60 Hz Splitting Force Max 5 ton Ram Force 5 ton Continuous Force Material Steel Log Length Max 20 5 in 52 cm Log Diameter Max 10 in 25 4 cm Wedge Height 5 in 12 7 cm Beam Height 5 5 in 14 cm Hydraulic...

Page 7: ...ging material are not toys Do not let children play with plastic bags foils or small parts These items can be swallowed and pose a suffocation risk Assembly mWARNING Do not connect to the power supply until assembly is complete Failure to comply could result in accidental starting and serious personal injury mWARNING The product must be fully assembled before operation Do not use a product that is...

Page 8: ...ver place your hands or body parts between the log and the splitter 3 Make sure all moving parts is completely stop Never load or unload logs while the log pusher is moving 4 Check that bleed Screw is open 5 Load the log lengthwise into the unit between the wedge and the log pusher Be sure that the split will be along the grain Check to make sure the log is fixed stably mWARNING Always set logs fi...

Page 9: ... until the log is free mWARNING Do not try to knock the jammed log off It will damage the machine or may launch the log and cause an accident or injury Fig 6 Maintenance mWARNING Always disconnect the power and ensure built up pressure has been released from the tool before cleaning repairing or inspecting the log splitter General Periodically apply a light coat of rust resistant oil such as 3 in ...

Page 10: ...the ambient temperature between 77ºF 131ºF 25ºC 55ºC Examine the log splitter thoroughly for worn loose or damaged parts Should you need to repair or replace a part contact an authorized Snow Joe Sun Joe dealer or call the Snow Joe Sun Joe customer service center at 1 866 SNOWJOE 1 866 766 9563 for assistance Service Support If your Sun Joe LJ602E RM electric log splitter requires service or maint...

Page 11: ...el Refill the hydraulic oil if needed Air sealed in hydraulic system while operating Bleed screw is not tightened before moving the log splitter Oil drain bolt with dipstick is not tightened Hydraulic control valve assembly and or seal s is worn Problem Possible Causes Recommended Remedy Overload protection device disengaged to protect the log splitter from being damaged Log is improperly position...

Page 12: ...ith your tool The use of any other attachment or accessory can be dangerous and could cause injury or mechanical damage NOTE Accessories are subject to change without any obligation on the part of Snow Joe Sun Joe to provide notice of such changes Accessories can be ordered online at sunjoe com or via phone by contacting the Snow Joe Sun Joe customer service center at 1 866 SNOWJOE 1 866 766 9563 ...

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Page 15: ...arranty shall be construed as obligating Snow Joe Sun Joe to incorporate such design changes into previously manufactured products nor shall such changes be construed as an admission that previous designs were defective This warranty is intended to cover product defects only Snow Joe LLC is not liable for indirect incidental or consequential damages in connection with the use or misuse of the Snow...

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