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VI. MAINTENANCE
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EFORE ANY INTERVENTION ON PRODUCT
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DISCONNECT THE PRODUCT FROM ITS POWER SOURCE
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Wear protective gloves to avoid any injury hazard.
Carefully observe the following points so as not to interfere with the proper operation of log
splitter: - Clean the machine thoroughly after each use.
- Eliminate resin residues.
- Regularly lubricate the piston rod by means of oil spray.
- Check the oil level, and refill as deemed necessary.
Reminder
: Make sure to maintain the machine in good working condition, carry out regular maintenance of the
machine after each use and before storage .Any breach or default of adequate maintenance reduces the life of the
machine and increases the risk of breakdowns and accidents.
To preserve the security system throughout the life of the machine, it is important to perform maintenance and proper
cleaning, DO NOT use non-compliant replacement parts and do NOT dismantle yourself the machine or change the
security features.
6.1- Freeing a jammed log
It may occur that the log remains jammed during splitting.
1. Switch off the machine and remove the plug from the socket.
2. Do not remove the jammed log with your hands!
3. Try to move the jammed log carefully using a crowbar to loosen it.
- Do not damage the ram and splitting wedge.
- Never attempt to free the jammed log using a hammer.
- Never attempt to release the jammed log using a saw.
- Do not ask for help to a second person. Only one person should be around the machine.
6.2- Checking and replacing the hydraulic oil
a) Checking the oil level
1. The machine must be on levelled surface with cylinder in
its collapsed position.
2. Remove the dipstick gauge (3).
3. Clean the dipstick and the gasket.
4. Insert the dipstick into the opening.
5. Remove the dipstick.
- When the oil level is between the two marks [a] and [b],
the tank contains enough oil.
- When the oil level is below the mark [a], then it is necessary to add oil with a clean funnel.
6. Check the seal. Replace if damaged.
7. Insert the dipstick into the hole and screw the cap back on.
b) When to change the oil?
Carry out the first oil change after 50 hours of use; then drain every 100 hours or once a year.
