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TROUBLE SHOOTING

Problem

Fails to split logs.

The log pusher moves 

jerkily, taking unfamiliar 

noise or vibrating a lot.
Oil leaks around 

cylinder ram or from 

other points.

Cause

1. Log is improperly positioned.

2. The sizes or hardness of the log. 

Exceeds the capacity of the machine.

3. Wedge cutting edge is blunt.

4. Oil leaks.

5. 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.

1. Air sealed in hydraulic system while 

operating.

2. Bleed Screw is not tightened before

moving the log splitter.

3. Oil Drain Bolt with Dipstick is not tight.

4. Hydraulic Control Valve Assembly and 

/ or seal(s) worn.

Remedy

1. Refer to “Log Splitter Operation” section 

for perfect log loading.

2. Reduce the log sizes before splitting it 

on the log splitter.

3. Refer to “Sharpening Wedge” section to 

sharpen the cutting edge.

4. Locate leak(s) and contact the us.

Check oil level for possible oil refilling.

1. Loosen Bleed Screw by 3 ~ 4 rotations 

before operating the log splitter.

2. Tighten the Bleed Screw up before 

moving the log splitter.

3. Tighten the Oil Drain Bolt with Dipstick.

4. Contact us.

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Summary of Contents for GUT065

Page 1: ...l INSTRUCTIONS before operating Failure to follow the safety rules and other basic safety precautions may result in serious personal injury Save these instructions in a safe place and on hand so that...

Page 2: ...his entire operator s manual before using your new Log Splitter Take special care to heed the cautions and warnings SPECIFICATIONS 1 The diameter of the log is indicative a small log can be difficult...

Page 3: ...lide Keep your work area clean and well lighted Cluttered areas invites injuries Do not use the log splitter in wet or damp areas or expose it to rain Do not use it in areas where fumes from paint sol...

Page 4: ...ashed against the enclosure form any direction shall have no harmful effects Check that the electric circuit is adequately protected and that it corresponds with the power voltage and frequency of the...

Page 5: ...afest performance MAKE THE WORKSHOP CHILDPROOF Lock the shop Disconnect master switches Store the log splitter away from children and others not qualified to use it APPLICATION CONDITIONS This log spl...

Page 6: ...ld be detectable during the log splitter is under operations Before moving the log splitter make sure the Bleed Screw is tightened to avoid oil leaking from this point Failed to loosen the bleed screw...

Page 7: ...will freeze upon absence of either hand Only after both hands release the controls the log pusher starts to return backward to the starting position Trigger type lock out device is adopted to avoid ac...

Page 8: ...EING A JAMMED LOG 1 Release both controls 2 After the log pusher moves back and completely stops at its starting position insert a wedge wood under the jammed log 3 Start the log splitter to push the...

Page 9: ...Drain Bolt and put it back into the oil tank while keep the log splitter vertically 7 Make sure the level of the refilled oil is just between 2 grooves around the Dipstick 8 Clean the Oil Drain Bolt b...

Page 10: ...aulic system while operating 2 Bleed Screw is not tightened before moving the log splitter 3 Oil Drain Bolt with Dipstick is not tight 4 Hydraulic Control Valve Assembly and or seal s worn Remedy 1 Re...

Page 11: ...10 PARTS SCHEDULE...

Page 12: ...Great Circle USA Support Line 1 866 493 0524 help greatcircleus com www greatcircleus com Size 210x285mm REV 12 31 20 157...

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