Yardworks 060-3824-8, Instruction Manual

Page 1: ...Electric Log Splitter model number 060 3824 8 contact us 1 866 523 5218 IMPORTANT Read and follow all safety rules and operating instructions before using this product Instruction Manual ...

Page 2: ...g Capacity Diameter 12 1 2 32 cm Log Capacity Length 20 1 2 52 cm Splitting Force 6 5 tons Hydraulic Pressure 2 610 PSI 18 MPa Hydraulic Oil Capacity 1 6 gal 6 3 L Overall Size Length 42 106 6 cm Width 11 5 32 29 cm Height 20 3 16 51 3 cm Weight 172 lb 78 kg The diameter of the log is indicative a small log can be difficult to split when it has knots or a particularly tough fibre On the other hand...

Page 3: ...oving ONLY 10 Hydraulic control lever 11 Control lever guard 12 Bleed screw 13 Oil drain bolt with dipstick 14 Maximum pressure limiting screw 12 13 Bolt the support leg to the log splitter lift the log splitter by the handles at both ends and place it on a stable flat and level work surface that is 24 30 60 75 cm high Familiarize yourself with the controls and features of this log splitter as sho...

Page 4: ...tightened to avoid oil leaking from the unit MAXIMUM PRESSURE LIMITING SCREW Maximum pressure was set before the log splitter left the factory and the maximum pressure limiting screw is sealed with glue to ensure the log splitter works under pressure of no more than 7 tons The setting was carried out by a qualified mechanic with professional instruments Unauthorized resetting will cause the hydrau...

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Page 6: ...ap washer 1 23 O ring 1 24 O ring 2 25 O ring 1 26 Bleed screw 1 27 Wear resisting belt 1 28 O ring 1 29 Piston seal 1 30 Piston rod weldment 1 Item Description QTY 31 Washer 2 32 Nut 2 33 Copper washer 4 34 Valve sleeve 1 35 O ring 4 36 Screw 2 37 Steel ball 1 38 Valve 1 39 Valve rod restoring 1 40 O ring 1 41 Valve base 1 42 Intake hose 1 43 Connection hose 1 44 Cylinder cover guard 1 45 Lever n...

Page 7: ... manual 1 Item Description QTY 61 Wheel 2 62 Wheel shaft frame 1 63 Nut 5 64 Nut 4 65 Hex bolt 1 66 Log pusher 1 67 Washer 4 68 Cross headed screw 4 69 Body cover left 1 70 Hex bolt 4 71 Cylinder cover right 1 72 Drawing weldment 1 73 Plastic insert lower 1 74 Thin nut 2 75 Spring washer 2 76 Support leg 1 77 Bolt 2 78 Handle 1 79 Sleeve 1 80 O ring 2 81 O ring 2 82 Gear shaft snap washer 2 83 Ste...

Page 8: ...nd over current protection devices as well as a residual current device RCD with a maximum residual current rated at 0 03 A Operator must be positioned at the control end of the log splitter shown when the log splitter is being operated This log splitter is equipped with the ZHB control system that requires the user to operate it using both hands The left hand controls the hydraulic control lever ...

Page 9: ...tage control lever Push the lever to setting I about half way for faster speed at less splitting force to split softwood Push the lever to setting II all the way for maximum splitting force at slower speed to split hardwood Shift between stages by simply raising and lowering the lever Break the log in the direction of its growing grain Do not place the log across the log splitter for splitting It ...

Page 10: ...stop insert a wood wedge under the jammed log Start the log splitter to push the wood wedge completely under the jammed one Repeat the above procedure with sharper sloped wood wedges until the log is completely freed Do not try to knock the jammed log off Knocking the log will damage the log splitter or it may cause the log to fly out of the log splitter which could result in an injury ...

Page 11: ...otor side Refill with fresh hydraulic oil to the proper volume for the hydraulic oil capacity of the particular model as indicated in the specifications table 1 6 Gal 6 3 L Clean the surface of the dipstick on the oil drain bolt and put it back into the oil tank while keeping the log splitter vertical Make sure the level of the refilled oil is between the 2 grooves on the dipstick Clean the oil dr...

Page 12: ...hydraulic oil in a manner that is compatible with the environment The Following hydraulic oils or equivalent are recommended for the log splitter s hydraulic transmission system Dexron III Automotive Transmission Fluid SHELL Tellus 22 MOBIL DTE 11 ARAL Vitam GF 22 BP Energol HLP HM 22 Used oil is a hazardous waste product and must be disposed of properly Do not discard with household waste Check w...

Page 13: ... set The maximum pressure limiting screw must be adjusted by an authorized repair depot Please contact YARDWORKS for assistance The log pusher moves jerkily making unfamiliar noises or vibrating excessively Lack of hydraulic oil and excessive air in the hydraulic system Check the oil level and refill it if required Contact YARDWORKS for assistance Oil leaks around the cylinder ram or from other po...

Page 14: ...se it in areas where fumes from paint solvents or flammable liquids pose a potential hazard INSPECT YOUR LOG SPLITTER Check your log splitter before turning it on Keep guards in place and in working order Remove keys and adjusting wrenches from tool area before turning on the unit Replace damaged missing or failed parts before using it DRESS PROPERLY Do not wear loose clothing gloves neckties or j...

Page 15: ...lectrician Do not touch the plug s metal prongs when plugging or unplugging the log splitter KEEP VISITORS AND CHILDREN AWAY The log splitter must be always operated by one person only Other people should keep a safe distance from the work area especially when the log splitter is in use Never use other people to help you with freeing a jammed log INSPECT YOUR LOG Make sure there are no nails or fo...

Page 16: ...EAVE THE TOOL RUNNING UNATTENDED Don t leave tool until it has come to a complete stop DISCONNECT POWER Unplug from power supply when not in use and before making adjustments changing parts or cleaning the unit PROTECT THE ENVIRONMENT Take used oil to an authorized collection point or follow the stipulations in the municipality region where the log splitter is used Do not discard into drains soil ...

Page 17: ...al commercial or rental purposes c This warranty will not apply to normal wear and tear or to expendable parts or accessories that may be supplied with the product which are expected to become inoperative or unusable after a reasonable period of use d This warranty will not apply to routine maintenance and consumable items including but not limited to fuel lubricants fluids tune ups or adjustments...

Page 18: ... or exemplary damages arising in connection with the sale use or inability to use this product Notice to Consumer This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights which may vary from province to province The provisions contained in this warranty are not intended to limit modify take away from disclaim or exclude any statutory warranties set forth in any applicable provin...

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Page 20: ...Made in China Imported by YardWorks Canada Toronto Canada M4S 2B8 ...