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outlet. Make sure that the cord is laid out securely and safely to avoid people tripping on it
and to avoid damage to the cord itself. Also make sure that the cord is laid out far from wet
and moist areas.
4.
Position Log Splitter Securely
– place the Log Splitter firmly on a level, solid table or
platform, 60-70cm high. Make sure there are no objects around the tabletop where the Log
Splitter will be placed. This is to ensure that the operator has complete freedom of move-
ment while working. Do not operate the Log Splitter while it is on the ground. This may
cause injury due to splinters or chips and may also make the operation difficult. It is recom
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mended that you setup the Log Splitter on a special Log Splitter platform. For additional
support, you may also block the wheels from moving by putting wedges which will prevent
them from rolling.
5.
Open the Air Bleed
(A in Figure 5) – Loosen the Bleed Screw (14) by turning it 3-4 times
every time before using the splitter. Re-tighten the bleed screw every time after you have
finished using the Log Splitter.
6.
Place Log on the Splitter
. Put a log lengthwise on the Main Body of the splitter (I in Fig
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ure 1). It should be flat on the Splitter cradled between the Log Guiding Plates (A in Figure
1). Do not split a log at an angle. Make sure that one end of the log is squarely in contact
with the Wedge (J in Figure 1) and the other end with the Log Pusher (B in Figure 1).
7.
Start Splitting Logs
– Press down on the Electric Motor Start Switch (F in Figure 1)
with one hand. The motor will start to spin. Wait a few seconds until the motor spins fast
enough to create the necessary pressure in the Hydraulic pump. When there is enough
pressure, depress the Operating Handle with your other free hand (C in Figure 1). This
will move the Log Pusher (B in Figure 1) in the direction of the log and compress the log
against the Wedge (J in Figure 1). This motion will instantly split the log. As soon as the
log is split, release the Electric Motor Start Switch (F in Figure 1) with one hand and the
Operating Handle (C in Figure 1) with the other hand. This will make the Log Pusher (B in
Figure 1) retract to its original position.
Warning!
A log should split in less than 5 seconds when run through the Log Splitter. If
during the process a log does not split immediately, do not force it. See the next section on
how to split hard logs.
8.
Stack Them All Up
– assign an area for the logs for splitting, the logs too hard for split-
ting and the logs already split. Stack them up in their respective areas. This will keep your
work area uncluttered and safe.
9.
Shutting Down After Use
– After using the Log Splitter, remember to re-tighten the Bleed
Screw (Pos. 14 in Figure 5). Always unplug the power cord after each use.
