NOTE:
a) Dispose of the packing in an environmental friendly manner. Take to a proper collecting point.
b) If you notice transport damage while unpacking, notify your supplier immediately. Don’t operate the machine.
c) Read, understand and follow all safety instructions in this manual and labels on the equipment carefully.
d) Keep the manual in a safe place for future and regular reference.
e) Ensure the machine is disconnected from power supply while assembling.
2. Preparation before operating
Put the machine on the sturdy level surface, and fix the machine to the ground before operating better.
Always block the wheels to prevent movement of the log splitter while in operation
Oil the wedge and upper side of the tank, which would make your operating more smoothly.
Check all nuts, bolts and hydraulic fittings are tight to be sure the equipment is in safe working condition.
Make sure your outlet, mains voltage and frequency match the data stated on the model plate (or “Technical
specifications” in this manual
The power supply for this splitter must have the protection device of under-voltage, over-voltage, and circuit
breaker with a residual current device (RCD) which maximum residual current rated at 0.03A.
Check the switch, power cable and plug are not damaged (no cracks, etc.) to exclude the risk of electric shock
and circuit short.
Check all safe devices to be sure they are in the proper position.
Wear non-slip safety shoes, safety goggles, safety gloves and suitable work clothing. Never wear jewelry,
necktie and other loose clothing.
Logs should be cut with square ends and permissible dimensions in advance. Uneven log (e.g. knotted, curved,
etc) should not be cut.
NOTE:
a) Make sure the power cable is unplugged while adjusting.
b) After adjusting, take away the accessories on or around the unit before switching on.
c) Ensure the motor properly earthed or apply protection device.
d) Use only rubber-jacketed cable of sufficient lead cross section as extension cable. Never use an extension cord
longer than 25 feet. Cord gage must be 14 or lower
e) Keep away from inflammable liquids or gases before starting the machine.
f) Hydraulic oil is flammable and can explode. Always take a Class B fire extinguisher with you when operating this
log splitter in dry area as a precautionary measure against possible flying sparks.
g) Always check the oil level of the hydraulic reservoir before operation. Operating the log splitter without an
adequate oil supply will cause severe damage to the pump.
h) Keep handles free of oil, grease and resin.
i) Before starting work, hydraulic pipes and hoses shall be inspected and the stopping devices should be tested.
j) Selection and preparation of a suitable working are free from obstructions.
k) The need to keep the working area free from obstructions, e.g. logs, split wood, etc.
l) Check on the function of the machine: operate two control handles without loading to check whether this unit
works normally (Refer to terms 3. Operation below).
3. Operation
NOTE:
a) After log splitting, switch off and unplug the power cable.
b) Ensure the horizontal distance between splitter and outlet is more than 3m in case of the dust influence.
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Plug the power cable and switch on.
Allow the motor to run no-loaded for a while, and then switch off.
Cool the machine for 15 minutes then switch on again to operate.
Adjust the control rod according to the logs length needed. Let the
wedge go forward, stop the ram where you needed, then
tighten the control knob again. (Fig. 6)
Load log between log cradles and on the tank.
Move both control handles down until the log is split. (Fig. 7)
Release any control handle to stop the ram extending.
Release both control handles to retract the ram for loading next log.
After log splitting, switch off and unplug the power cable.
Fig. 6
Fig. 7
