User guide

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MAINTENANCE
HYDRAULIC OIL
The hydraulic system is a closed system with an oil tank, oil pump and control
valve.
• Check the oil level regularly using the dipstick attached to the oil
tank cover / air bleeder.
TO TOP UP THE HYDRAULIC OIL
1.
Remove the oil tank cover / air
bleeder completely.
2. Using a clean funnel, pour in
CLARKE hydraulic oil
until the oil
level is 2-3 cm from the top of the
oil tank.
IMPORTANT: Only use CLARKE HYDRAULIC OIL, available from your nearest
dealer.
Part No: 1Ltr - 3050830
5Ltr - 3050835
3. Clean the neck of the oil tank and replace the oil tank cover / air bleeder.
4. Run the log splitter 2-3 times (without splitting a
nything) after adding oil.
NOTE: The oil should be completely changed once a year.
SHARPENING THE WEDGE
Sharpen the wedge of the log splitter using a fine-toothed file and smooth any
burrs or crushed area along the cutting edge.
WARNING: MAKE SURE THAT THE LOG SPLITTER IS SWITCHED OFF AND
DISCONNECTED FROM THE MAINS SUPPLY BEFORE STARTING ANY
CLEANING OR MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES.