10 — English
OPERATION
To stop the splitter, release both controls to return the
ram to the starting position.
NOTE: If only one hand is removed from either the switch
or the lever, the log splitter will freeze in place. When both
the switch and the lever are released, the ram will return to
the starting position.
SPLITTING LOGS
See Figures 8 - 9.
Always place logs lengthwise on the work table and resting
firmly on the side supports with one end against the wedge.
Place logs flat and in the direction of the grain. Never angle
the log to split it or place the log crosswise on the splitter.
Never split more than one log at a time.
CAUTION:
Never keep pressure on the wood by trying to force the
log splitter for more than five seconds. After five seconds,
the oil will heat and can damage the tool.
Place log lengthwise and lying flat on the work table.
NOTE: If the log is small, place it against the wedge before
starting the splitter.
MAINTENANCE
WARNING:
When servicing, use only identical replacement parts.
Use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause
product damage.
WARNING:
Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side
shields during tool operation. If operation is dusty, also
wear a dust mask.
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most
plastics are susceptible to damage from various types of
commercial solvents and may be damaged by their use. Use
clean cloths to remove dirt, dust, lubricant, grease, etc.
WARNING:
Do not at any time let brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-
based products, penetrating lubricants, etc., come in con-
tact with plastic parts. Chemicals can damage, weaken or
destroy plastic which may result in serious personal injury.
Only the parts shown on the parts list are intended to be
repaired or replaced by the customer. All other parts should
be replaced at an Authorized Service Center.
LUbRICATION
All of the bearings in this tool are lubricated with a sufficient
amount of high grade lubricant for the life of the unit under
normal operating conditions. Therefore, no further lubrica-
tion is required.
REPLACING hYDRAULIC OIL
See Figures 12 - 13.
The hydraulic oil in the log splitter needs to be changed
every 150 hours of use.
Unplug the log splitter.
Position the log splitter so that the motor end is slightly
higher than the oil drain plug.
Using an 8 mm hex key, remove the oil drain bolt.
Drain the hydraulic oil from the oil tank into a four liter
capacity container.
Once the oil has drained from the oil tank, turn the log
splitter on the end with the wheels.
Using the right hand, push down and hold the on/off
switch.
Push down and hold the hydraulic control lever with the
left hand. With both the lever and the on/off switch acti-
vated, the ram will push the log into the wedge and split
the wood.
Once the log is split, release both controls to return the
ram to the starting position.
fREEING A JAMMED LOG
See Figures 10 - 11.
Release both controls.
Insert a wood wedge under the jammed log after the ram
is back at the starting position, .
Start the log splitter to push the wood wedge completely
under the jammed log.
If the log is still jammed, repeat the above steps as
needed using a thicker angled wood wedge until the log
is completely freed.
WARNING:
Never try to knock the jammed log off the splitter. Doing
so may damage the tool or may cause the log to fly up
and hit someone causing injury.
