TROUBLE SHOOTING
PROBLEM
PROBABLE CAUSE
REMEDY SUGGESTED
Motor does not start
No current in the socket
Check mains fuse
Electrical extension line defective
Unplug, check and replace
Switch or capacitor defective
Have checked by Electrician
Log Splitter does not work
while motor running
Valve is not opened due to the
connection parts loosening
Check and tighten the parts
Control levers or connection parts
bent
Repair the bent parts
Low hydraulic oil level
Check and refill the hydraulic oil
Air trapped in hydraulic fluid
Remove the air bleeder run the
machine 5-6 times without a log.
Refit the air bleeder, check the oil
level and top up where necessary.
Log Splitter works but with
abnormal vibration and noise
Low hydraulic oil level
Check and refill the hydraulic oil
HINTS & TIPS
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Never attempt to load the log splitter whilst the ram is in motion.
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Never try to split two logs at once.
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Keep your hands away from the splits and cracks which appear while the log is being split.
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Do not remove jammed logs with your hands - stop the engine and loosen the log with a
downward strike on the log with a hammer.
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Do not force the tool and do not make alterations to the log splitter as this could be dangerous
and invalidate your warranty.
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Do not try to split logs larger than recommended in the specifications table.
DO NOT USE EXTENSION LEADS WITH THIS MACHINE.
