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TROUBLESHOOTING
Problem
Cause
Solution
Engine fails to
start.
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Overload protection de-
vice disengaged.
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Contact a qualified electrician
to engage the device.
Fails to split
logs.
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Log is improperly posi-
tioned.
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Log size or hardness ex-
ceeds the capacity of the
machine.
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Wedge cutting edge is
blunt.
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Oil leaks.
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Unauthorized adjustment
was made on maximum
pressure limiting screw.
Lower pressure limit was
set.
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Place the log correctly.
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Check the size and hardness
of the logs to match the ma-
chine capacity.
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Sharpen the wedge.
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Locate the leaks and contact
your dealer.
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Contact your dealer.
The log pusher
moves jerkily,
making unusual
noise or vibrat-
ing.
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Low hydraulic oil level and
air in the hydraulic sys-
tem.
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Check the oil level and refill if
needed.
Oil leaks.
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Air in the hydraulic sys-
tem.
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Air bleed screw has not
been tightened before
moving the machine.
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Oil draining plug is not
properly closed.
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Hydraulic control valve
assembly or seal(s) worn.
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Loosen the bleed screw by
some rotations before operat-
ing the log splitter.
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Tighten the bleed screw before
moving the machine.
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Tighten the oil drain plug.
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Contact your dealer.