5. The log pusher will move forward and force the log into
the splitting wedge.
6. Release both the power button and the control lever.
Wait until the log pusher has completely returned to its
original position and stopped moving before removing any
material.
7. To split a log further, place the piece of wood onto the log
rail and repeat steps 4 - 6.
Removing a Jammed Log
If a log becomes stuck on the splitting wedge and will not
completely split, follow the directions below to remove the log.
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WARNING!
Do not attempt to remove the jammed log
with your hands or knock it out of the splitting wedge. This
may cause serious injury or damage to the machine.
1. Release both the power button and the control lever. Wait
until the log pusher has completely returned to its original
position and stopped moving.
2. Insert a wooden wedge under the jammed log (Fig. 10).
Fig. 10
Wooden
wedge
3. Push the power button and pull the control lever
simultaneously to start the log splitter. Allow it to push the
wooden wedge completely under the jammed log.
4. Repeat steps 2 - 3 using progressively larger wedges until
the jammed log is free.
Care + Maintenance
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WARNING!
Always remove the batteries and ensure all
built-up pressure has dissipated before inspecting, cleaning, or
performing any other maintenance task.
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WARNING!
Only perform the repairs and maintenance
work described in this manual. Any other work must be
performed by a qualified technician.
• Periodically apply a light coat of rust-resistant oil, such as
3-in-1 oil or WD-40, to the springs to keep them in proper
working order.
• Periodically check for any loose fasteners or worn,
missing or damaged parts.
Jammed log
• Periodically clean and lubricate parts.
• Sharpen the splitting wedge as needed. Use a flat file or
angle grinder, take off burrs and smooth rough sections of
the cutting edge.
Replacing the Hydraulic Oil
After every 150 hours of use, the hydraulic oil needs to be
replaced with AW32 anti-wear hydraulic oil. To replace the
hydraulic oil, follow the instructions below.
1. Make sure all moving parts have come to a complete stop
before removing the batteries from the log splitter.
2. Place a container under the drain hole. Then, using a 5/16
in. (8 mm) hex key, unscrew the oil cap (with the dipstick
attached) and tilt the log splitter forwards to allow the oil
to drain from the tank (Fig. 11).
Drain
plug
Container
3. Tilt the log splitter up vertically and place a funnel into the
drain hole. Then fill the hydraulic tank with new AW32
anti-wear hydraulic oil (Fig. 12).
Fig. 12
Hydraulic oil
4. To check the oil level, wipe the dipstick with a cloth, and
with the log splitter tilted vertically, insert the dipstick fully
into the drain plug, then pull it back out. The oil residue
should sit between the top notch indicating full oil level,
and the bottom notch indicating low oil level (Fig. 13).
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Fig. 11
Dipstick
Oil cap
Funnel