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17. Troubleshooting
The table below contains a list of error symptoms and explains what you can do to solve the problem if your tool fails to
work properly. If the problem persists after working through the list, please contact your nearest service workshop.
Problem
Possible Cause
Remedy
Motor stops starting
Overload protection device
disengaged to protect the log splitter
from being damaged
Contact a qualified Electrician.
Fails to split logs
Log is improperly positioned
Refer to ”operation” section to perfect log
loading
Size of log exceeds the capacity of
the machine
Reduce log size before operating
Wedge cutting edge is blunt
Sharpen cutting edge
Oil leaks
Locate leak(s) and contact your dealer
Log pusher moves jerkily,
taking unfamiliar noise or
vobrating a lot
Lack of hydraulic oil and excessive
air in the hydraulic system
Check oil level for possible refilling. Contact
your dealer
Oil leaks around the cylinder
ram or ffrom other points
Air sealed in hydraulic system while
operating
Loosen bleed screw by some rotations before
operating the log splitter
Bleed screw is not tightened before
moving the log splitter
Tighten bleed screw up before moving the log
splitter
Oil drain screw loose
Tighten the oil drain screw firmly
Hydraulic control valve assembly
and/or seal(s) worn
Contact your dealer
By properly disposing of this product, you are also
contributing to the effective use of natural resources.
You can obtain information on collection points for
waste equipment from your municipal administration,
public waste disposal authority, an authorised body
for the disposal of waste electrical and electronic
equipment or your waste disposal company.
