sunjoe LJ602E, Operator'S Manual

7

Operation

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WARNING!

 Before using the log splitter, review the 

instructions below and all safety information. Failure to follow 

these instructions may result in property damage or injury to 

the operator or bystanders.

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WARNING!

 Before the initial operation, the bleed screw 

should be adjusted to allow air to go in and out of the oil tank. 

(loosen three to four turns). Airflow should be detectable during 

operation. To avoid leaking oil close the bleed screw when 

moving the machine.
Important! Failure to open the bleed screw during operation 

will result in permanent damage to the log splitter. 

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WARNING!

 Do not adjust the max. pressure limiting 

screw. This was set at the factory so the log splitter works 

under the maximum pressure limit of 5 tons. Tampering  

with the screw will result in hydraulic pump failure. Only  

a professional mechanic shall adjust the max. pressure  

limiting screw. 

Splitting Operation 

Follow these instructions to operate the log splitter:

1.  Ensure all logs meet the proper size requirements  

[(max log diameter: 10 in. (25.4 cm); max log length:  

20.5 in. (52 cm)].

  IMPORTANT! Logs vary in hardness and structure. Small 

logs with knots or harder wood may be more difficult to 

split. Larger logs with less hardness may not be difficult to 

split. Do not force the log splitter if the log fails to split on 

the first attempt.

2.  When loading or positioning a log, always handle the bark 

side; never handle the ends. Never place your hands or 

body parts between the log and the splitter.

3.  Make sure all moving parts is completely stop. Never load 

or unload logs while the log pusher is moving.

4.  Check that bleed Screw is open.
5.  Load the log lengthwise into the unit between the wedge 

and the log pusher. Be sure that the split will be along the 

grain. Check to make sure the log is fixed stably. 

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WARNING!

 Always set logs firmly on the log retaining 

plates and the log rail. Make sure logs will not twist, rock or 

slip while being split. Do not force the blade by splitting the 

log on the upper part. This will break the blade or damage the 

machine (Fig. 3).

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WARNING!

 Never load or unload logs while the log 

pusher is moving.

6.  Plug the appliance cord into an appropriate power outlet.  
7.  Engage the log pusher by using your left hand to push the 

hydraulic control lever and your right hand to push the  

On/Off switch (Fig. 4).

  NOTE: This log splitter is equipped with ZHB control 

system, which requires both the On/Off switch and the 

hydraulic control lever to be engaged simultaneously to 

start the machine. 

8.  The log pusher will move forward and the log will be split 

by the splitting wedge.  

10 in. (25.4 cm)

20.5 in. (52 cm)

Fig. 3

Fig. 4

Hydraulic control 

lever

On/Off switch