Feider Machines FFBE7TS-UK User manual

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ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS
ELECTRIC LOGSPLITTER
FFBE7TS-UK
READ THIS INSTRUCTIONS MANUAL BEFORE USING THE TOOL
FEIDER 32, rue Aristide Bergès - ZI 31270 Cugnaux – France Made in PRC 2019

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DESCRIPTION OF THE SYMBOLS
WARNING! Standard graphic symbols are used on all machines in order to
ensure complete safety of all parts of the log splitter. As these symbols are very
important, read the information below attentively.
Conforms to relevant safety standards
It is obligatory to read the machine’s use and maintenance manual in full before
using the machine.
Wear eye protection! The requirement of eye protection when using the product
Wear hearing protection!
Wear safety footwear! It is obligatory to wear safety footwear at all times to
provide protection against the risk of logs accidentally falling on feet.
Wear protective gloves! It is obligatory to at all time to wear gloves which protect
the hands against chips and splinters which may be produced during work.

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Remove plug from mains before maintenance or if cord is damaged.
Keep bystanders away from the working area.
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 under
operations. Never use another people to help you with freeing jammed log.
Danger! Keep clear of moving parts. Keep hands out of the way of all moving
parts.
Do not remove jammed logs with your hands.
Be careful to been stumbled.
Be careful to slip.
No smoking in the working area
The log splitter must always be used by one operator only.

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Recycle unwanted materials instead of disposing of them as waste. All tools,
hoses and packaging should be sorted, taken to the local recycling center and
disposed of in an environmentally safe way.
Danger! Keep clear of moving parts!
To be operated by one person only!
The log splitter must be used horizontally, can’t be used vertically.
SAFETY WARNINGS
Keep these instructions for future reference
1. The log splitter must always be used by one operator only.
2. Nobody must be allowed to use the log splitter unless they have read the
instruction manual and have been instructed in the regulations to follow for
correct and safe use.
Operators must receive necessary training and instructions.
3. The machine must be used by adults only. Use of the log splitter by
apprentices of not less than 16 years of age must be supervised by an adult
authorized to use the machine.
4. Never wear loose, unbuttoned clothing which may become trapped in moving
parts.
5. Check that the logs to be split are free from nails or wire, which may fly up or
damage the machine, the ends of the logs must be cut square, branches must
be cut off flush with the trunk.
6. Never try to split logs larger than those indicated in the technical specifications.
This could be dangerous and may damage the machine.
7. Break wood in the direction of the grain, do not place wood across the log
splitter and leave it in that position for splitting; it may be dangerous and may
seriously damage the machine.
8. Never attempt to cut two logs at once, one may fly up and hit you.

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9. If the log moves away from the blade, retract the blade and turn the log
through 900.
10.Do not attempt to load the log in the log splitter while the blade is in motion,
you could get trapped and injured.
11.Keep your hands well away from any splits and cracks which open in the log;
these may close suddenly and crush or amputate your fingers.
12.Never force the log splitter for more than 5 seconds keeping the cylinder under
pressure in the attempt to split excessively hard wood. After this time interval,
the oil under pressure is overheated and the machine could be damaged. It is
thus better to stop and rotate the log by 900 to see whether it can be split in a
different position. In any case, if you are not able to split the log, this means
that its hardness exceeds the capacity of the machine and thus that log should
be discarded so as not to damage the lop splitter.
13.Do not force the blade by pushing the log on the upper part, as this can cause
the blade to break or damage the body of the machine. Always set the log on
the guides.
14.Never leave the machine unattended while it is running. If you leave the
machine, even for a short time, remove the power supply or any possible
cause of accidental start-up.
15.The log splitter must never be used by an operator who is under the influence
of alcohol, drugs, medicines, or who is tired. A clear mind is essential for
safety.
16.Never request the assistance of another person to help you remove a jammed
log.
17.Do not use machines with electric motor if natural gas, petrol fumes or other
inflammable vapors are present.
18.Check that the electric circuit is adequately protected and that it corresponds
with the power, voltage and frequency of the motor, check that there is a
ground connection, and a regulation differential switch upstream.
Check on the functioning of the machine.
19.Never open the switch box on the motor. Should this be necessary, contact a
qualified electrician.
20.Make sure that the machine and the cable never come in contact with water.
21.Treat the power cable with care, do not attempt to move the machine by
pulling the cable, do not yank the cable to unplug it; keep the cable away from
excessive heat, oil and sharp objects.
22.Never leave the machine unattended with the power supply “on”, also
disconnect the power cable when not in use, when carrying out maintenance
work, when changing attachment or moving the machine.
23.Before starting work, hydraulic pipes and hoses shall be inspected and the
stopping devices shall be tested.
24.Keep the working area free from obstructions, e.g. logs, split wood etc.
25.Stop the machine before cleaning or making adjustments.
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(e.g. knots, logs of irregular shape etc.)
27.Operator must receive necessary training and instruction from a qualified
person before handling the tool.
28.Use the tool only for the intended use. Misuse (such using material other than
log) can damage the tool and cause accidents and injuries.
29.The splitting operation of the machine is designed to be activated by one
person. While there is the possibility that additional operators could be working
with the machine (e.g. for loading and unloading), only one operator should
activate splitting operations.
30.The machine shall not be used by children.
31.Wear suitable personal protective equipment (PPE), including safety footwear;
close fitting clothing and suitable work gloves, eye protection and hearing
protection.
32.Before starting work, hydraulic pipes and hoses shall be inspected and the
stopping devices shall be tested.
33.Tests of the machine's safety devices before use the tool. If safety devices do
not work properly, do no use the tool and bring it to a qualified technician for
inspection and reparation.
34.The working area shall be free from obstructions; before installation and
operation, clear the working area. Keep the working area free from
obstructions, e.g. logs, split wood, etc.
35.Do not leave the machine unattended when running;
36.Do not reach into the splitting zone;
TRANSPORTING THE WOODEN SPLITTER TO THE PLACE OF WORK
The log splitter is equipped with 2 wheels for minor displacements. To move the
log splitter to your workplace, roll log splitter at a slight angle after making sure the
oil tank cap is tight.
Do not lift or carry the log splitter to move it.
Electrical Safety
WARNING! Always check that the power supply corresponds to the voltage on the
rating plate.
WARNING! Connect the main leads to a standard 230V±10% (50Hz±1Hz)
electrical supply which has protection devices of under-voltage, over-voltage,
over-current as well as a residual current device (RCD) which maximum
residual current rated at 30mA.
Replacing cables or plugs
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service
agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.

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Immediately throw away old cables or plugs when they have been replaced by new
ones. It is dangerous to insert the plug of a loose cable in the wall outlet.
Using extension cables
1. As a supply for this machine always use an unloaded line and/or extension with
conductor of at least 2.5mm2 and protected with a 20A fuse. Be sure that this
extension cable is no longer than 10 meters. Excessively long cables or
inadequate section can cause voltage drops that prevent motor from developing its
full power.
2. Only connect your machine and/or extension cable to earthed electricity mains.
Grounding
In the event of an electrical short circuit, grounding reduces the risk of electric shock.
Use switch socket with grounding please.
INTENDED USE
This log splitter is only intended to be used to split logs! Serious injury may occur if
this log splitter is used for any other purpose.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Model
FFBE7TS-UK
Voltage:
230V~ 50Hz
Power consumption
2300W S3 50% (5min on/5min off)
No load Speed:
2,800min-1
Classification
Class I
Protection degree
IP 54
Max. splitting force (tons)
7 t
Diameter
30-250mm
Length
520mm
Max. Hydraulic oil capacity
2.4L
Max. hydraulic pressure
28MPa
Mass
67Kg
Sound pressure level, LpA
78 dB(A) k=3dB(A)
Sound power level, LWA
91 dB(A) k=3dB(A)
Vibration
≤2,5m/ s2
Guarantee noise level
91dB(A)
UNPACKING

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WARNING! To prevent accidental starting that could cause possible serious
personal injury, assemble all parts to your log splitter before connecting it to power
supply. Log splitter should never be connected to power supply when you are
assembling parts, making adjustment.
Carefully remove all pieces from the carton. Place the log splitter on a flat, high
work surface so that the control actuators are at least 850 mm (maximum: 1650
mm) high from the ground.
Separate and check against the list of loose parts.
WARNING! If any parts are missing, do not operate this machine until the missing
parts are replaced. Failure to do so could result in serious personal injury.
•Do not discard the packing materials until you have carefully inspected the log
splitter, identified all parts, and satisfactorily operated your new log splitter.
Check all loose parts from the box with the list below. Assemble according to the
instruction on the following pages.
1 horizontal leg 1pcs
2 front stand 2pcs
3 back stand 2pcs
4 horizontal shaft 2pcs
5 wheel 2pcs
6 wheel shaft 2pcs
7 wheel cover 2pcs
8 circlip 8pcs
9 Bolt M8*45 4pcs
Bolt M8*50 6pcs
10 Nut M8 4pcs
11 Flat washer 12pcs
12 Spring washer 4pcs
FEATURES
1. Before attempting to use, familiarize yourself with all the operating
features and safety requirements of your log splitter.

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1. Blade
2. Oil tank
3. Hydraulic control lever
4. Rolling wheel
5. Push button switch
6. Log pusher
7. Safety guard for hydraulic control lever
8. Horizontal leg
9. Horizontal shaft
10. Front stand
11. Wheel shaft
12. Motor cover
13. Back stand
2. Size of the logs to be split
The figure 1 shows the maximum log sizes that can be split.
The diameter of the log is indicative: a small log can be difficult to split if it has
knots or a particularly tough fiber. On the other hand, if the wood has regular
fibers it is not difficult to split logs with diameter greater than the maximum shown
in fig. 1.
It is important not to insist when the log does not split on the first attempt,
as the pump may be damaged by the overheating of the oil when the
machine is made to work under the maximum stress in the attempt to split
excessively hard wood.
3. Recommended oils
We recommend use of the following oils for the hydraulic cylinder.
SHELL TELLUS T22
ARAL VITAM GF22
SP ENERGOL HCP22
Fig.1

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MOBILE DTE 11 OR equivalent
DO NOT USE OTHER GRADE OILS
4. Application conditions
This log splitter is a home use model. It is designed for operating under ambient
temperature between +50C and 400C and use at altitudes no more than 1000mm.
The surrounding humidity should less than 50% at 400C. It can be stored or
transported under ambient temperatures between -250C and 550C.
ASSEMBLY
Warning! For your own safety, do not connect the log splitter to the power
source until the machine is completely assembled and you read and
understand the entire instruction manual.
Warning! For your own safety, never forget to bolt the support legs to the
log splitter, place the log splitter on flat and level ground.
Warning! Never use the log splitter if it is not in perfect order or if it needs
servicing. Before starting work, check correct functioning of all the safety
devices (ZHB, push button).
a) Connect front stand (10a) to connection pipe (a) and front stand (10b) to
connection pipe (b) by bolts and nuts (fig.2).
fig.2
b) Connect horizontal shaft (9a) to front stand(10a&10b) with screws, then
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fig.3
c) Connect back stand (13c) to connection pipe (c) and connect back stand (13d)
to connection pipe (d) by bolts and nuts (fig.4).
fig.4
d) Connect horizontal shaft (9b) to back stand (13c&13d) with bolts, assemble the
wheel shaft (11) and wheels with four spring washers, the last fit wheel covers
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fig.5
Remove the accessories as shown in the figure from the carton and check the number of
accessories, and then install according to the following steps:

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①stock support plate 1pcs ②protection guard 1pcs ③back cover 1pcs ④left cover
1pcs ⑤connection plate 1pcs ⑥right cover 1pcs ⑦ fixed 17pcs
⑧ Inner hexagon bolt M8×16 5pcs
⑨ Square neck bolt M8×16 4pcs ⑩ Inner hexagon bolt M8×16 4pcs
1、Step 1: first, unscrew the butterfly air release screw
Step 2: Make the two inner hexagons bolts M8×16⑧ and two M8 gaskets, successively
through the installation hole of the left cover ④, use the hexagon wrench and the screw hole
on the left leg for connection and fixation.
Step 3: Make the three inner hexagons bolts M8×16⑧ and three M8 gaskets,
successively through the installation hole of the right cover ⑥, use the hexagon wrench and
the screw hole on the right leg for connection and fixation.
Step 4: Make the square neck bolts M8×16 ⑨, successively through the installation hole
of left and right cover ④⑥ and connecting plate⑤, use the wrench to tighten the four M8
anti-loose nuts. See figure 1
Step 5: Make the two inner hexagon bolts M8×16⑩ successively through the installation
hole of right and left cover ④⑥ and the stock support plate ①, at the same time, use the
hexagonal wrench and the general wrench to tighten the two M8 nuts and bolts.
Step 6: Make the two inner hexagon bolts M8×16⑩ successively through the installation
hole of the supporting plate and the stock support plate ①, at the same time use the
hexagonal wrench and general wrench to tighten the two M8 nuts and bolts. See figure 1

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Figure 1
2、Step 7: Use the wooden hammer to knock the 17 pieces of fixed ⑦ gently into the
installation hole of the protection guard② and the back cover③, and then gently knocked the
fixed ⑦ into the installation hole of the right and left cover. See figure 2
Figure 2
3、Complete the above steps, one complete machine assembly is completed
4、If you choose a machine without extra legs, please place the machine safely on the
workbench surface 850mm above the ground before using.
OPERATION
Warning!
Before operating the log splitter, the Bleed Screw (15) Fig. 6, should be
loosened by some rotations until air can go in and out of the oil tank
smoothly.
Air flow through the Bleed Screw hole should be detectable while the log
splitter is under operations.
Before moving the log splitter, make sure the Bleed Screw is tightened to
avoid oil leaking from this point.
Failed to loosen the bleed screw will keep the sealed air in hydraulic system being
compressed after being decompressed, such continuous air compression and
decompression will blow out the seals of the hydraulic system and cause
permanent damage to the log splitter.

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Fig.6
DO NOT ADJUST THE MAX PRESSURE
LIMITING SCREW (16) IN FIG. 7!
Max pressure was set before the log splitter ex work and the max pressure
limiting screw is tightened to ensure the log splitter works under pressure
no more than 6 tons. The setting was done by qualified mechanic with
professional instruments.
Unauthorized resetting will cause the hydraulic pump fail to output enough
splitting pressure or RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY AS WELL AS DAMAGE
TO THE MACHINE.
Fig. 7
Make sure that the screws are tightened up properly before operation the
log splitter!

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This log splitter is equipped with control system that requires to be operated by
both hands of the user – left hand controls the hydraulic control lever (3) while
right hand controls the push button switch (5) as shown in Fig. 8. The log splitter
will freeze upon absence of either hand. Only after both hands release the
controls, the log pusher starts to return backward to the starting position.
Never force the log splitter for more than 5 seconds by keeping pressure on
it to split excessively hard wood.
Fig .8
After this time interval, the oil under pressure will be overheated and the machine
could be damaged. For such extremely hard log, rotate it by 900 to see whether it
can be split in a different direction. In any case, if you are not able to split the log,
this means that its hardness exceeds the capacity of the machine and thus that
log should be discarded to protect the log splitter.
NOTE: During operation, the metal part connected to the motor remains cold or in
any case reaches a temperature only slightly higher than the ambient temperature.
After several hours of use with particularly difficult wood, the pump may become
very hot. This is not a dangerous situation for the machine, which returns to full
functioning capacity after being cooled. On
the other hand, it is very important not to cause overheating of the oil, and thus
the pump, by forcing the machine in an attempt to split logs that exceed the
capacity of the machine.
Always set logs firmly on the log retaining plates and work table. 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.9)

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Fig. 9
Break log in the direction of its grown grain. Do not place log across the log splitter
for splitting. This may be dangerous and may seriously damage the machine.
Do not attempt to split 2 pieces of logs at the same time. One of them may fly up
and hit you.
Freeing a jammed log (fig.10)
1. Release both controls.
2. After the log pusher moves back and completely stops at its starting position,
insert a wedge wood under the jammed log.
3. Start the log splitter to push the wedge wood to go completely under the
jammed one.
4. Repeat above procedure with sharper slope wedge woods until the log is
completely free.
Fig.10
Do not try to knock the jammed log off. Knocking will damaged the machine
or may launch the log and cause accident (fig.11).

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Fig.11
MAINTENANCE
Replacing hydraulic oil (fig.12)
Replace the hydraulic oil in the log splitter after every 150 hours of use. Take
following steps to replace it.
1. Make sure all moving parts stops and the log splitter is unplugged.
2. Unscrew oil drain bolt (14 ) (fig.6) with dipstick to remove it.
3. Turn the log splitter on the support leg side over a 2.4 liters capacity container
to drain the hydraulic oil off.
4. Turn the log splitter on the motor side.
5. Refill fresh hydraulic oil at the volume as per the hydraulic oil capacity of a
particular model indicated in the specifications table.
6. Clean the surface of Dipstick on the oil drain bolt and put it back into the oil
tank while keep the log splitter vertically.
7. Make sure the level of the refilled oil is just between 2 grooves around the
dipstick.
8. Clean the oil drain bolt before thread them back. Make sure they are tightened
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fig.12
Periodically check oil level to ensure it is between 2 grooves around the
dipstick. Upon lower oil level, oil refilling is required.
Warning: Never mix oil with general waste!
Used oil must be disposed of according to current regulations in the
country where the machine is used.
Sharpening the wedge
After using the log splitter for some time, sharpen the wedge of the log splitter
using a fine-toothed file and smooth any burrs or crushed area along the cutting
edge
STORAGE
When you have finish working with your log splitter:
1. Disconnect the log splitter from the mains supply.
2. Tighten the oil yank cover / air bleeder,
3. Clean the unit down using a dry cloth.
4. Store in a dry and well-ventilated area.

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TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM
PROBABLE CAUSE
REMEDY SUGGESTED
Motor stops
starting
Overload protection device
disengaged to protect the log
splitter from being damaged
Let motor cool down, and
push the button of the
overload protection device to
re-start the motor
Fails to split
logs
Log is improperly positioned
Refer to “Log splitter
operation” section for perfect
log loading
The sizes or hardness of the
log exceeds the capacity of the
machine
Reduce the log size before
splitting it on the log splitter
Wedge cutting edge is blunt
Refer to “Sharpening wedge
“section to sharpen the
cutting edge.
Oil leaks
Locate leak(s) and contact
the dealer
Unauthorized adjustment was
made on Max. Pressure
Limiting Screw. Lower max
pressure rating was set.
Contact the dealer
The log pusher
moves jerkily,
taking
unfamiliar
noise or
vibrating a lot
Lack of hydraulic oil and
excessive air in the hydraulic
system
Check oil level for possible oil
refilling. Contact the dealer.
Oil leaks
around
cylinder ram or
from other
points
Air sealed in hydraulic system
while operating
Loosen bleed screw by some
rotations before operating the
log splitter
Bleed screw is not tightened
before moving the log splitter
Tight the bleed screw up
before moving the log splitter
Oil drain bolt with dipstick is not
tight.
Tighten the oil drain bolt with
dipstick
Hydraulic control valve
assembly and/or seal(s) worn.
Contact the dealer