To ensure a long and reliable service life, you should carry out the following maintenance tasks
frequently.
Observe the following instructions in the order in which they appear to keep the machine in
good condition:
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Clean the machine carefully after using it.
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Loosen fasteners or grips.
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Check that there are no damaged or worn parts.
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Remove any remaining resin.
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Lubricate the piston column frequently or use an ecological spray oil.
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Regularly check that the connections are tight and that there are no leaks from the
hydraulic tubes or connections.
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Correct any mistake in assembly or placement of protective elements.
5.2. Transport
Drive the wedge all the way in before moving the equipment.
To transport it, grasp the handle and tilt the machine slightly towards you. The log splitter can
easily be moved in this position.
Make sure the oil tank cap is closed tightly to prevent spillage during transport.
6. TROUBLESHOOTING
Warning
Do not perform any maintenance action with the engine running. Turn off the machine and
unplug the equipment.
Problem
The cylinder rod does not move
Slow cylinder rod speed when extending or retracting
Wood does not split or splits very slowly
Motor stalls during splitting
Engine stalls under underload conditions
Possible cause
A - Insufficient oil to pump
B - Air in oil
C - Excessive vacuum at the pump inlet
D - Blocked hydraulic lines
E - Control valve blocked
SOLUTION: A,D,E,H,J
SOLUTION: A,B,C,H,I,K,L
SOLUTION: A,B,C,F,I,K
SOLUTION: G,L
SOLUTION: D,E,L,M
Solution
Check the oil level in the reservoir
Check the oil level in the reservoir
Check pump inlet hose for blockage or kinks
Flush and clean the hydraulic system
Flush and clean the hydraulic system
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