Clarke LOGBUSTER V6, Operation & Maintenance Instructions Manual

Page 1: ...OPERATION MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS LS1218 ISS 1 LOG SPLITTER MODEL NO LOGBUSTER V6 PART NO 3402150...

Page 2: ...guaranteed against faulty manufacture for a period of 12 months from the date of purchase Please keep your receipt which will be required as proof of purchase This guarantee is invalid if the product...

Page 3: ...ironment friendly way Wear safety footwear Do not use in the rain Wear protective gloves Danger Keep clear of moving parts Wear eye protection Do not remove jammed logs with your hands Wear hearing pr...

Page 4: ...tors ranges and refrigerators There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is earthed or grounded 3 Do not expose log splitters to rain or wet conditions Water entering a log splitter wil...

Page 5: ...better and safer at the rate for which it was designed 2 Disconnect the plug from the power source before making any adjustments changing accessories or storing the log splitter Such preventive safety...

Page 6: ...ion you choose should be free from any tall grass brush or other interferences There should be plenty of room for handling Keep your work area clean and well lit Cluttered areas invite injuries To avo...

Page 7: ...e of extension cables may cause inefficient operation of the log splitter which can result in overheating Be sure the extension cable is no longer than 10m and its section is no less than 2 5mm2 to al...

Page 8: ...iding out of position while under pressure Branches must be cut off flush with the trunk DON T OVERREACH Keep proper footing and balance at all times Never stand on the log splitter Serious injury cou...

Page 9: ...ment in such a way as to circumvent its design capabilities and capacities could result in serious or fatal injury and will void the warranty Never try to split logs larger than those indicated in the...

Page 10: ...he bottom position press the handle with one hand and turn off the machine with the other hand Slightly knock the log by hammer to free it SPECIFICATIONS This product is designed so that the motor may...

Page 11: ...ed with a letter N If this appliance is fitted with a plug which is moulded onto the electric cable i e non rewireable please note 1 The plug must be thrown away if it is cut from the electric cable T...

Page 12: ...12 Parts Service 020 8988 7400 E mail Parts clarkeinternational com or Service clarkeinternational com KNOW YOUR MACHINE...

Page 13: ...tional com or Service clarkeinternational com CONTENTS OF THE BOXES 1 Log splitter frame 5 Wheels 1 Pair 2 Control Lever and Guard Assembly 1 Pair 6 Support Table 3 Adjustable Log Holder 1 Pair 7 Oper...

Page 14: ...kwise until the axle can be inserted into the bracket 2 Insert the axle into the mount bracket 3 Tighten the bolt in the mounting bracket to secure the axle 4 Slide the wheel on to the axle and secure...

Page 15: ...national com SUPPORT TABLE 1 Loosen the star knob on the mounting bracket by turning it counterclockwise 2 Unfold the log support table so that the three parts of it are level 3 Insert the hooks of th...

Page 16: ...and the main frame This will act as a bearing 4 Secure the side arm assembly to the frame with an M10 nut washer 3 Do not overtighten 5 Check the side arm assembly for free movement and repeat the in...

Page 17: ...ite 1 Hold the handle A and tilt the log splitter back slightly onto the wheels Make sure the oil filler cap is tight LIFTING WITH A CRANE WARNING THE LOG SPLITTER IS VERY HEAVY TAKE CARE WHEN MOVING...

Page 18: ...d or load it onto a nearby truck or other carrier 2 Prepare the logs for splitting This splitter will split logs up to 550mm in length and 300mm in diameter 3 Apply a thin layer of grease to the surfa...

Page 19: ...rm that the splitting wedge remains in its current position 3 Release both levers The ram must rise to the highest position automatically 8 To set the ram stroke take the following steps 1 Move splitt...

Page 20: ...litting Releasing either lever stops the motion of the splitting wedge Release both handles to return the splitting wedge to the upper position 12 Stack the split logs as you work This will provide a...

Page 21: ...s way into the oil tank Collect used oil and recycle responsibly Following an oil change activate the log splitter a few times without actually splitting REPLACING HYDRAULIC OIL 1 Remove the oil fille...

Page 22: ...ds of operation and when required sharpen the wedge using a fine toothed file removing any burrs or flat spots on the edge TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM CAUSE REMEDY Motor does not start No power being supp...

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