Operation Manual

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8. Warning: If the log does not split immediately, do not force it by maintaining the
thrust for more than a few seconds. This can damage the tool. It is better to try
repositioning the log on the splitter or setting the log aside.
9. Stack as you are working. This will provide a safer working area, by keeping it
uncluttered you avod the danger of tripping or damaging the machine.
10. Remember to tighten the air escape valve (14) when you have finished
splitting.
Recommended size of wood to be split
The diameter of the log is only indicative. A small piece of wood can be difficult to split if it
has knots or if its fibres are very tough. A larger piece of wood can be split if its fibres are
smooth and loose.
Never force the log splitter to split more than 5 seconds with the cylinder under pressure
in order to split excessively hard wood. Overheated oil under pressure may damage the
machine. It is very important that if the log splitter does not split in the first attempt,
please stop the machine and rotate the log 90 degrees. If the wood still cannot be split,
it means that the hardness of the wood exceeds the capacity of the machine and it must
be rejected in order not to damage the log splitter.
Recommended hydraulic oil
We recommend the following oil for the hydraulic cylinder :Texaco Rando HDZ32Article
number: 90306479 Or oil with corresponding viscosity.
Storage
Store the log splitter in a dry area.
Maintenance
Warning:
Before performing any maintenance, unplug the tool from the power source.
Changing the hydraulic oil
(Please see previous pages for recommended hydraulic oil.)
1. Make sure that the log pusher (B) is fully withdrawn.
2. Unscrew the dip stick (10) and remove it completely together with the O-ring oil seal
(11).
3. Place a container under the log splitter that can hold at least 4 Litre of oil.
Afterwards tip the machine in order to empty the oil into the container.
4. Tip the log splitter the other way, with the oil fill/drain port up. By using a clean
funnel you shall fill with a suitable quantity of fresh hydraulic oil. Be sure to use only
clean and high quality hydraulic oil specifically made for this purpose.