LS5T 5 Ton Log Splitter
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Clearing Jams
1) Release both controls.
2) After the log pusher moves back and completely stops, insert a wedge of wood under the jammed log.
3) Start the log splitter to push the wedge of wood under the jammed log.
4) Repeat with sharper slope wedges of wood until the log is completely free. Do not attempt to knock off the
jammed log. It can cause damage to the machine or operator.
Replacing the Hydraulic Oil
Replace the hydraulic oil after 150 hours of use.
1) Ensure all moving parts are stopped and the splitter is unplugged.
2) Unscrew the oil drain dipstick to remove it.
3) Place a container on the ground and turn the log splitter over its motor side to drain the oil. Return to its
proper position after the oil has drained.
4) Refill the splitter with fresh oil.
5) Clean the dipstick of oil and place it back into the tank.
6) Ensure the level of oil is between the two grooves on the dipstick.
7) Re-screw the drain bolt, ensure it is tightened to avoid leakage.
WARNING
ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES DURING OPERATION AND KEEP HANDS AND
FEET CLEAR OF RAM, STRIPPER CHANNELS AND FOOT PLATE AT ALL TIMES.
STUCK LOG PROCEDURE
If a log does not split completely and becomes stuck on the wedge, remove the log. A log can become stuck
to the wedge if the wedge becomes embedded in the log and the log doesn’t split and separate. This can
happen if the log is too stringy or tough to split completely. A stuck log will move back with the wedge on the
initial attempt to retract the wedge. If this happens, retract the wedge completely to allow the splitter to strip
the log from the wedge. Keep hands clear of log and wedge while wedge is retracting.
SHARPENING WEDGE
When the log splitter wedge becomes dull and/or worn, sharpen the wedge using a fine-toothed file and
smooth any burrs or crushed areas along the cutting edge.
WARNING
Split the log in the direction of its grain. Placing logs across the log splitter for splitting
is dangerous and may seriously damage the machine. Do not attempt to split two logs
at the same time.
