13
TROUBLE SHOOTING
PROBLEM
PROBABLE CAUSE
REMEDY SUGGESTED
Motor Stops to
Start
Overload
Protection
Device
disengaged to protect the log splitter
from being damaged
Contact a qualified Electrician for opening
the Pushbutton Box to engage the Overload
Protection Device inside *
Fails to split logs
Log is improperly positioned
Refer to “ Log Splitter Operation” section for
perfect log loading.
The sizes or hardness of the log
exceeds the capacity of the machine
Reduce the log sizes before splitting it on the
log splitter
Wedge cutting edge is blunt
Refer to “ Sharpening Wedge “ section to
sharpen the cutting edge.
Oil leaks
Locate leak(s) and contact the dealer
Unauthorized adjustment was made
on Max. Pressure Limiting Screw.
Lower max pressure rating was set.
Contact the dealer.
The log pusher
moves
jerkily,
taking unfamiliar
noise or vibrating a
lot
Lack of hydraulic oil and excessive
air in the hydraulic system.
Check oil level for possible oil refilling.
Contact the dealer.
Oil leaks around
cylinder ram or
from other points.
Air sealed in hydraulic system while
operating.
Loosen Bleed Screw by 3 ~ 4 rotations
before operating the log splitter
Bleed Screw is not tightened before
moving the log splitter.
Tighten the Bleed Screw up before moving
the log splitter.
Oil Drain Bolt with Dipstick is not
tight.
Tighten the Oil Drain Bolt with Dipstick.
Hydraulic Control Valve Assembly
and / or seal(s) worn
Contact the dealer
Electrical products should not be discarded with household products. According to the European Directive
2012/19/EU on waste electrical and electronic equipment and its implementation into national law, electrical
products used must be collected separately and disposed of at collection points provided for this purpose.
Talk with your local authorities or dealer for advice on recycling.
