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556964 - Masport Log Splitters - 4/5 Ton - April 2013
Troubleshooting
PROBLEM
PROBABLE
CAUSE REMEDY SUGGESTED
Fails to split logs
Log is improperly positioned.
Refer to ‘Log Splitter Operation’ section for
perfect log loading.
The sizes or hardness of the log exceeds capacity
of the machine.
Reduce the log sizes before splitting it on the log
the splitter.
Wedge cutting edge is blunt
Refer to ‘Sharpening Wedge’ section to sharpen
cutting wedge.
Oil leaks
Locate leak(s) and contact the dealer.
Unauthorised adjustment was made on Max.
Pressure Limiting Screw.
Lower max pressure rating was set.
Contact the dealer.
The log pusher moves jerkily,
making unfamiliar noises and
vibrations
Lack of hydraulic oil and excessive air in the
hydraulic system.
Check oil level for possible oil refilling.
Contact the dealer.
Oil leaks around log splitter or
from other points.
Air sealed In hydraulic system while operating
Loosen Bleed Screw by 3 - 4 rotations before
operating the log splitter.
Bleed Screw was not tightened before moving
cylinder ram or from the log splitter.
Tighten the Bleed Screw up before moving.
Oil Drain Bolt with Dipstick is not tight.
Tighten the Oil Drain Bolt with Dipstick.
Hydraulic Control Valve Assembly and / or seal(s)
worn.
Contact the dealer.
Specifications
Model Number
LS4T-52
LS5T-52
Motor - All
230V~ 50Hz 1500W IP54
Log Capacity
Diameter *
5 ~ 25cm
Length
52cm
52cm
Splitting Force
4t
5t
Hydraulic Pressure
16Mpa
20Mpa
Hydraulic Oil Capacity
3.5L
2.4L
Overall Size
Length
940mm
1200mm
Width
270mm
260mm
Height
510mm
485mm
Weight
42kg
50kg
*
The diameter of the log is indicative— a small log can be difficult to split when it has knobs or a particularly tough fibre. On the
other hand, it may not be difficult to split logs with regular fibres even if its diameter exceeds the max. figure indicated above.
