Posch Log splitter 8, Operating Instructions Manual

Page 1: ...Operating Instructions Log splitter 8 Copyright by Posch Gesellschaft m b H Made in Austria D1010394 Issue 2007 42 ...

Page 2: ...his in before starting Then you can be sure that this document relates to your machine so if you have any queries you will be given the correct information Machine number Serial number POSCH Austria 8430 Leibnitz Paul Anton Keller Strasse 40 telephone 43 0 3452 82954 fax 43 0 3452 82954 53 e mail leibnitz posch com POSCH Germany 84149 Velden Vils Preysingallee 19 telephone 49 0 8742 2081 fax 49 0 ...

Page 3: ...9 4 General 10 4 1 Scope 10 4 2 Description 10 4 3 The most important components of the machine 11 4 4 Labels and their meanings 12 4 5 Set up 13 5 Start up 14 5 1 Driven by electric motor type E 14 6 Operation 16 6 1 Splitting 16 6 2 Setting the splitting distance stroke 16 6 3 Switching off the machine 17 7 Transport 18 7 1 Moving by hand 18 8 Checks 19 8 1 Screw fittings 19 8 2 Tool guide 19 8 ...

Page 4: ...uipment 22 10 1 Splitting cross 22 10 2 Special cutter with rollers 22 10 3 Log table large 23 10 4 Wheelset 400 23 11 Troubleshooting 25 12 Technical data 26 13 Service 27 14 EC Declaration of Conformity 28 Contents 4 ...

Page 5: ...d nor may their content be communicated without express permission Liability for defects Read these operating instructions through carefully before putting the machine into operation We accept no liability for damage or disruptions caused by failure to observe the operating instructions Claims for liability must be reported as soon as the defect is identified Claims are null and void for example i...

Page 6: ...ical personnel are persons entrusted by the operator of the machine with special tasks such as installation set up maintenance and troubleshooting Electrician An electrician is a person who by virtue of his specialist training has knowledge of electrical systems standards and regulations and is able to identify and prevent possible hazards Machine The term machine replaces the commercial designati...

Page 7: ...ith live parts can result in immediate death Protective covers and enclosures marked with this sign may only be opened by qualified electricians after the electricity supply has been turned off DANGER Crushing hazard Risk of injury through limbs getting trapped Note This symbol appears next to instructions for correct use of the machine Non observance can lead to malfunctions or damage to the mach...

Page 8: ...fety shoes and close fitting clothes when splitting logs Never hold the log with your hand when splitting Never reach under the splitting tool always grip log from the side Never split logs that are cut at an angle Keep the working area free from shavings and wood remnants Switch off the drive unit before removing any log pieces that have become jammed Maximum log length 55 cm Always retract the s...

Page 9: ...ching of revolving parts or tools Injury caused by flying logs or log pieces Risk of burns if the engine is not properly ventilated Hearing loss if ear protection is not worn when working With every machine some risks still remain Therefore you should always be very careful when working It is up to the operating personnel to ensure that work is carried out safely Proper use The machine Log splitte...

Page 10: ... is designed exclusively for splitting logs with a maximum length of 55 cm The splitter is driven hydraulically the hydraulic system is driven by an electric motor The machine is operated via a two hand safety controller When you press down the control levers of the safety controller the splitting blade descends When you release one of the two handles the splitting blade stops moving When you rele...

Page 11: ... 1 Table 9 Wheel 2 Splitting blade 10 Electric motor 3 Log retaining tip 11 Switch plug 4 Spring clamp 12 Ventilation screw 5 Clamping jaw 13 Transport handles 6 Two hand controller 14 Shut off rod 7 Pressure plate 15 Blade guide 8 Identification plate 16 Clamping unit 4 3 General 11 ...

Page 12: ... and the tool is at rest 3 Wear protective gloves 4 Wear safety shoes 5 Wear goggles and ear protection 6 Caution moving parts 7 Read the operating instructions before starting the machine Note the direction of rotation of the motor The pump will be damaged if rotation is in the wrong direction Caution moving parts Oil level Rotational direction of motor 4 4 General 12 ...

Page 13: ... the machine is stable before starting it Set up the machine on a level firm and clear work surface The machine must be placed directly on the ground Do not place wooden boards flat pieces of metal etc underneath it 4 5 General 13 ...

Page 14: ...east 2 5 mm 2 Turn the switch to the ON position 1 2 1 Neutral position 2 On position Machines with 400V motor 1 Connect the machine to the mains Mains voltage 400 V 50 Hz Fuse 16 A Use a power supply cable with a cross section of at least 2 5 mm 2 Turn the switch to the ON position Note the rotation direction of the electric motor see arrow on motor If the motor is rotating in the wrong direction...

Page 15: ...EE plug out of the switch housing This can be remedied using standard plugs and a silicone spray Any such damage to the switch is not covered by the guarantee The pump will be damaged if the motor rotates in the wrong direction Start up 15 ...

Page 16: ...ng stroke The splitting blade presses into the log and splits it 3 When you release one of the two handles the splitting blade stops moving When you release both handles the splitting blade returns to the starting position If the log does not stand up by itself Clamp the log in place by pressing the retaining tip down Notes on splitting Never split logs that are cut at an angle To split very defor...

Page 17: ... the clamping unit and move it to the desired shut off position Then allow the clamping unit to engage in the recess in the shut off rod Switching off the machine Before switching off the machine depressurise all hydraulic functions by placing all control levers in the neutral position Driven by electric motor Type E Turn the switch to the 0 position 6 3 6 3 1 Operation 17 ...

Page 18: ...s also fully retracted The machine may only be transported in the vertical position or leaning backwards For horizontal transportation the ventilation screw must be replaced with a G1 2 screw plug Moving by hand Grip the machine by the transport handles tilt it towards you and then move it 7 7 1 Transport 18 ...

Page 19: ...after every further 100 hours of operation Replace missing screws and nuts Check that all hydraulic connections are secure and are not leaking Tool guide The tool guide must always be greased 20 Hydraulic oil level Check the oil level with the splitting blade retracted When the oil sight glass is filled the oil level is at its maximum When the oil level is in the centre of the oil sight glass the ...

Page 20: ...ce Work on electrical equipment must only be carried out by qualified electricians Tool guide Apply grease with a brush Recommended lubricating greases Manufacturer Type Genol Multi purpose grease Fuchs Multi purpose grease 5028 Do not use oil as this can destroy the plastic guides Oil changing Old oil must be disposed of in an environment friendly manner Find out about the environmental regulatio...

Page 21: ...ting blade two or three times 5 The re check the oil level and top up the oil level if necessary Total filling capacity of the hydraulic system Machine type Quantity All 5 litres Recommended brands of oil Manufacturer Oil ÖMV HYD HLP M10 SHELL Tellus T10 ELF Hydrelf 10 ESSO Nuto H10 CASTROL Hyspin AWH 10 ARAL Vitam DE10 GENOL HLP 10 FUCHS Renolin B3 biological hydraulic oils Cleaning Clean the mac...

Page 22: ...Extend the splitting blade approx 30 cm and switch off the machine 2 Pull the retaining tip downwards out of the splitting blade 3 Push the splitting cross over the splitting blade 4 Push the retaining tip back into the splitting blade Special cutter with rollers During the splitting process the log is split into two parts Rollers on the splitting blade prevent the split log from getting caught du...

Page 23: ... over the splitting blade 4 Push the retaining tip back into the splitting blade Log table large Serves as a convenient place to put the log pieces down 2 3 4 1 1 Log table large 3 Washer 2 Carriage screw 4 Wing nut Fitting Fasten the log table to the frame with the carriage screws washers and wing nuts Wheelset 400 To move the machine more easily by hand 4 3 2 1 1 Wheel mount 3 Washer 2 Wheel 4 S...

Page 24: ...Fitting 1 Screw the wheel mount on to the frame 2 Slide the wheel on to the wheel mount 3 Place the washer over the wheel and secure with the split pin Additional equipment 24 ...

Page 25: ...e Use correctly rated fuses Motor buzzing Plug in contact has come loose from phase inverter Contactor or motor circuit breaker faulty Have switch checked or send it in Splitting blade does not extend or retract Not enough oil in hydraulic system Check oil level 19 Machine loses power Not enough oil in hydraulic system Check oil level 19 Splitting blade stuck Knotty wood Split log from the edge 16...

Page 26: ...ing force t 5 5 7 2 7 2 Cylinder stroke cm 54 54 54 Max pressure bar 190 250 250 Max log length cm 55 55 55 Max log diameter cm 40 40 40 Forward speed cm s 4 5 5 4 7 Return speed cm s 25 9 30 9 40 6 Dimensions Width cm 60 60 60 Depth cm 91 91 91 Height cm 110 110 110 Weight kg 135 162 162 The stated dimensions and weights are for guidance purposes and apply to the basic equipment 12 Technical data...

Page 27: ...Service POSCH Product To order spare parts for your Log splitter 8 machine please contact your local dealer directly 13 Service 27 ...

Page 28: ...ign principles EN 60204 1 Electrical equipment of machines EN 294 Safety distances to prevent danger zones from being reached by the upper limbs EN 811 Safety distances to prevent danger zones from being reached by the lower limbs EN 349 Minimum gaps to avoid crushing of parts of the human body EN 982 Safety requirements Hydraulics EN 609 1 Safety of log splitters EN 574 Two hand control devices I...

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