Northline Express WoodEze NLE5WZ LS56 User manual

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FOR YOUR SAFETY
READ AND UNDERSTAND THE ENTIRE MANUAL
BEFORE OPERATING MACHINE
MODEL NUMBER: HY4T-370)
SERIAL NUMBER:
Both model number and serial number may be found on the main label.
You should record both of them in a safe place for future use.
Save This Manual for Future Reference
LOG SPLITTER –Owner’ s Manual

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SAFETY WARNINGS & CAUTIONS
SAFETY WARNINGS & INSTRUCTIONS
SYMBOL AFFIXED TO THE
MACHINE
 UNDERSTAND YOUR LOGSPLITTER
Read and understand the owner’s manual and labels affixed to
the log splitter. Learn its application and limitations as well as the
specific potential hazards particular to it.
 DRUGS, ALCOHOL ANDMEDICATION
Do not operate the log splitter while under the influence ofdrugs,
alcohol, or any medication that could affect your ability to use it
properly.
 AVOID DANGEROUS CONDITIONS
Put the log splitter on a 23 - 29" high, stable, flat, and level work
bench where there is plenty of room for handling, and help the
operator stay alert. Bolt the log splitter to the work surface if it
tends to slip, walk, or slide.
Keep your work area clean and well lighted. Cluttered areas
invite injuries.
Do not use the log splitter in wet or damp areas or expose it to
rain.
Do not use 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. Form a habit of checking to see that the
keys and adjusting wrenches are removed from tool area before
turning it on. Replace damaged, missing or failed parts before
using it.
 DRESS PROPERLY
Do not wear loose clothing, gloves, neckties or jewelry (rings,
wrist watches). They can be caught in moving parts.
Protective electrically nonconductive gloves and non-skid
footwear are recommended when working. Wear protective hair
covering to contain long hair, preventing it from get caught in
machinery.
 PROTECT YOUR EYES AND FACE
Any log splitter may throw foreign objects into the eyes. This can
cause permanent eye damage. Always wear safety goggles.
Everyday eyeglasses have only impact resistant lenses. They
are not safety glasses.
Do not put the log splitter on the ground for operations. This is
awkward operating position that the operator has to bring his
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chips or debris.
 EXTENSION CORDS
Improper use of extension cords may cause inefficient operation
of the log splitter which can result in overheating. Be sure the
extension cord is no longer than 10m and its section is no less
than 98" 2 to allow sufficient current flow to the motor.
Avoid use of free and inadequately insulated connections.
Connections must be made with protected material suitable for
outdoor use.
 AVOID ELECTRICAL SHOCK
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.
Ground the log splitter. Prevent body contact with grounded
surfaces: pipes, radiators, ranges, and refrigerator enclosures.
Never open the push button box on the motor. Should this be
necessary, contact a qualified electrician. Make sure your
fingers do not touch the plug’s metal prongs when plugging or
unplugging the log splitter.
 KEEP VISITORS AND CHILDRENAWAY
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 person to help you with freeing jammed log.
 INSPECT YOUR LOG
Make sure there are no nails or foreign objects in logs to be split.
The ends of the logs must be cut square. Branches must be cut
of flush with the trunk.
 DON’T OVERREACH
Floor must not be slippery.
Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
Never stand on log splitter. Serious injury could occur if the tool is
tipped or if the cutting tools is unintentionally contacted. Do not
store anything above or near the log splitter where anyone might
stand on the tool to reach them.
 AVOID INJURY FROM UNEXPECTED ACCIDENT
Always pay full attention to the movement of the log pusher.
Do not attempt to load the log on until the log pusher has
stopped.
Keep hands out of the way of all moving parts.

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 PROTECT YOUR HANDS
Keep your hands away from splits and cracks which open in
the log; They may close suddenly and crush or amputate your
hands.
Do not remove jammed logs with your hands.
 DON’T FORCE TOOL
It will do a better and safer job at its design rate. Never try to split
logs larger than those indicated in the specifications table. This
could be dangerous and may damage the machine.
Don’t use log splitter for a purpose for which it was not intended.
 NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNINGUNATTENDED
Don’t leave tool until it has come to a complete stop.
 DISCONNECT POWER
Unplug when not in use, before making adjustments, changing
parts, cleaning, or working on the log splitter; Consult technical
manual before servicing.
 PROTECT THE ENVIRONMENT
Take used oil to an authorized collection point or follow the
stipulations in the county where the log splitter is used.
Do not discharge into drains, soil or water.
 MAINTAIN YOUR LOG SPLITTER WITH CARE
Keep the log splitter clean for best and safest performance.
 MAKE THE WORKSHOP CHILDPROOF
Lock the shop. Disconnect master switches. Store the log splitter
away from children and others not qualified to use it.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Safety Warnings & Cautions................................................................................................2
Application Conditions ........................................................................................................ 5
Specifications.......................................................................................................................5
Electrical Requirements.......................................................................................................5
Set up and Preparation for Operation.................................................................................6
Wiring Diagram...................................................................................................................7
Plumbing Diagram ..............................................................................................................7
Log Splitter Operation.........................................................................................................8
Freeing a Jammed Log......................................................................................................9
Replacing Hydraulic Oil..................................................................................................... 10
Sharpening Wedge...........................................................................................................11
Trouble Shooting ...............................................................................................................11

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APPLICATION CONDITIONS
This log splitter is a home use model. It is designed for operating under ambient
temperatures between 41oF and 104oF and for installation at altitudes no more than
1000m above M.S.L. The surrounding humidity should less than 50% at 104oF. It can be
stored or transported under ambient temperatures between -13oF and 131oF.
SPECIFICATIONS
Model Number
NLE5WZ -LS56 (HY4T-370)
Motor
120V~ 60Hz 1.5KW IP54 S6 40%
Log Capacity
Diameter
1.96" ~ 10"
Length
15"
Splitting Force
4T
Hydraulic fluid capacity
1.8L
Packing Size
32.6"×11.22"×18.11"
G.W./N.W. LB
90/85
The diameter of the log is indicative –a small log can be difficult to split when it has
knobs or a particularly tough fiber. On the other hand, it may not be difficult to split logs
with regular fibers even if its diameter exceeds the max. figure indicated above.
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
Connect the main leads to a standard 120V+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 0.03A.

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SET UP AND PREPARATION FOR OPERATION
1. Bolt the Support Leg to the Log Splitter, lift the log splitter by the handles at both ends
and place it on a 23.6" –29.52" high, stable, flat and level work surface.
2. Familiarize yourself with the controls and features of this log splitter in the illustrations.
1. Log Pusher
2. Work Table
3. Wedge
4. Lift Handle
5. Support Leg
6. Log Retaining Plates
7. Switch
8. Motor
9. Pushbutton Box
10.Wheels for Minor Moving
ONLY.
11.Hydraulic Control Lever
12.Control Lever Guard
13.Bleed Screw
14.Oil Drain Bolt w/ Dipstick
Before operating the log splitter, the Bleed Screw should be loosened by a few
rotations until air can go in and out of the oil tank smoothly.
Air flow thru the Bleed Screw hole should be detectable while the log splitter
is in use.
Before moving the log splitter, make sure the Bleed Screw is tightened to avoid
oil leaking from the splitter.
FAILURE TO LOOSEN THE BLEED SCREW WILL KEEP THE SEALED AIR IN THE
HYDRAULIC SYSTEM 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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15. Max Pressure Limiting Screw
DO NOT ADJUST THE MAX PRESSURE
LIMITING SCREW!
Max pressure is already set on the log
splitter and the max pressure limiting
screw is sealed with glue to ensure
the log splitter works under pressure
no more than 7 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.
WIRING DIAGRAM
PLUMBING DIAGRAM

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LOG SPLITTER OPERATION
This log splitter is equipped with “ZHB” control system that requires to be operated by both
hands of the user –Left hand controls the hydraulic control lever while right hand controls
the pushbutton switch. 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.
Trigger type lock-out device is used to avoid accidental Hydraulic Control Lever pushdown.
To operate the Hydraulic Control Lever, draw the Trigger backward with the index finger
before push the Hydraulic Control Lever forward.
Never force the log splitter for more than 5 seconds by keeping pressure
on it to split excessively hard wood.
After this time interval, the oil under pressure will be overheated and the machine could be
damaged. For such instances with a log, rotate it by 90o 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.
Always set logs firmly on the log
retaining plates and worktable. 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.

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Break log in the direction of its growing grain. Do not place log across the log splitter for
splitting. It 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
 Release both controls.
 After the log pusher moves back and
completely stops at its starting position,
insert a wedge wood under the jammed
log.
 Start the log splitter to push the wedge
wood to go completely under the jammed
one.
 Repeat above procedure with sharper
slope wedge woods until the log is
completely freed.
Do not try to knock the jammed log off.
Knocking about will damage the machine
or may launch the log and cause
accident.

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REPLACING HYDRAULIC OIL
Replace the Hydraulic oil in the log splitter after
every 150 hours of use. Take the following steps to
replace it.
 Make sure all moving parts are stopped and the
log splitter is unplugged.
 Unscrew Oil Drain Bolt with Dipstick to remove
it.
 Turn the log splitter on the Support Leg side
over a 4 liters capacity container to drain the
hydraulic oil off.
 Turn the log splitter on the motor side.
 Refill fresh hydraulic oil at the volume as per the
hydraulic oil capacity of a particular model
indicated in above specifications table.
 Clean the surface of Dipstick on the Oil Drain
Bolt and put it back into the oil tank while keep
the log splitter vertically.
 Make sure the level of the refilled oil is just
between 2 grooves around the Dipstick.
 Clean the Oil Drain Bolt before thread them
back. Make sure they are tightened to avoid
leakage before place the log splitter horizontally.
Periodically check oil level to ensure it is
between 2 grooves around the Dipstick. Upon
Lower oil level, oil refilling is required.

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Following hydraulic oils or equivalent are recommend for the log splitter’s hydraulic
transmission system:
SHELL Tellus 22
MOBIL DTE 11
ARAL Vitam GF 22
BP Energol HLP-HM 22
SHARPENING WEDGE
After using the log splitters 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.
TROUBLE SHOOTING
PROBLEM
PROBABLE CAUSE
REMEDY SUGGESTED
Motor Stops to
Start
Overload Protection Device
disengaged to protect the log splitter
from being damaged
Contact a qualified Electrician for opening
the Pushbutton Box to engage the Overload
Protection Device inside *
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 sizes 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 3 ~ 4 rotations
before operating the log splitter
Bleed Screw is not tightened before
moving the log splitter.
Tighten 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

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No
Name
No
Name
1
Oil cylinder
20
Steel ball S6(diameter)
2
ST-Style gasket 44X55
21
Spring 6.2X1.6
3
Piston
22
Fixing bolt M8X8
4
ST-Style gasket
23
O ring 8X1.8
5
Big spring
24
Column head bolt M8X10
6
Piston rod
25
Stop ring 6
7
Nuts M14
26
Small Spring 7.8
8
Lift handle
27
Small spindle
9
Inner hexagon bolt M6X16
28
Gasket 55X3.1
10
Washer 14
29
O ring 10.6X1.8
11
Anti-loose nuts M14
30
Inner sheath
12
Fixing nut for handle
31
Small spindle sheath
13
Operation handle
32
Gasket 16
14
Handle guard
33
Screw M14X1.5
15
Cover-type nut M10
34
Pushing plate
16
Washer M10
35
Nut M10
17
Nuts M10
36
Support bracket

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Gasket
37
Inner hexagon bolt M8X15
19
Aluminum block
38
Plastic pad 1
39
Workable tank
59
Gear spindle
40
Two-head bolt
60
Gear
41
Oil tank aluminum cover
61
Middle clapboard
42
CK-type dust-proof ring
30X41.8
62
Column pin 8X25
43
Butterfly-style Nut M4X16
63
Motor connecting spindle
44
Gasket 10
64
Ring 46.2X1.8
45
Oil ruler
65
Nut 6
46
Support & Protection guard
66
Inner six angle bolt M6X30
47
Inner hexagon bolt M6X10
67
Framework oil seal
48
Red plastic cover
68
Motor spindle
49
Wheel
69
Motor
50
Spindle stop 13
70
Nut 6
51
Cross half-round head bolt
M6X10
71
Stretching pad 6
52
Washer 6
72
Frontal aluminum cover of motor
53
Back steel-plate support
73
steel stop 11
54
Nut M6
74
Ball 2.5
55
Six angle head bolt M8X55
75
Six angle head nut M8X30
56
O ring 10X2.65
76
Bolt with small half round
57
Gear pump housing
77
head and low square neck M8X20
58
Roll spindle 13X11X15

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