Power Trust Equipment PTE-7ES User manual

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Log Splitter Operation Manual
Log Splitter Operation ManualLog Splitter Operation Manual
Log Splitter Operation Manual
Please carefully read this operation manual before
starting work

Thank you for purchasing this 7-Ton Electric Log
Splitter. Please carefully read this operation manual and
strictly observe these instructions for the safely of you
and the personnel around you. In this manner, you will enjoy
long and satisfactory use of this product.
GENERAL SAFETY RULES
Warning:
All the operation and use of the machine may have some risk
but the carefulness and caution taken in use can remarkably
reduce the risk of personal injury. The negligence of basic
safety precautions can result in injury of operator or
damage of property.
1. Read and fully understand the operation manual,
including the operation and scope of application as well
as potential hazards.
2. Check for any damaged parts. Before further use, you
should check protection device or damaged part to ensure
the Log Splitter can have normal operation and finish
intended duty. Check the function of motion parts and
check whether the part of fixing device is broken or
cracked, or other conditions that may have negative
effect on the operating performance do the machine. Must

repair and change protective device or damaged part as
required.
3. Before starting maintenance work, switch off the power
and do so even when changing the spare parts such sa wedge,
chisel or cutting bar.
4. Should keep the protective device in the state of
readiness for work.
5. If required, you should wear ear protection, eye
protection / goggles. visor and work gloves.
6. Drugs, alcohol and medicine. Never operate this machine
under the influence of alcohol and some medicines.
7. Never stand on the machine .Otherwise there will be risk
of be injury when falling.
8. Never operate this machine without supervision. Switch
off power supply. Never turn off the machine until till
ram completely stops.
9. When calibrating or changing the parts or working on the
machine, should pull the power plug of the outlet.
10. Make sure that the cord is fully protected and ensure
no damage from assembly or material.
11. Should keep a safe distance between your hands and
the log, and between the pusher and the wedge. If the

splitter is turned on, never put the hand onto the motion
parts of machine.
12. Never wear ornaments or loose clothes, which can be
entangled with the log splitter.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
Connect the power cord to a standard power supply via an
approved plug or suitable protective and isolated switch.
The power should meet specifications stated on the name
plate.
Extension cord
Extension cord Extension cord
Extension cord
If the extension cord is applied we recommend connecting
a moisture-proof plug and keeping this plug away from
moisture.
This cord will produce a voltage drop, which can hamper the
electrical motor from giving a full power and reduce the
machines performance. Therefore, the cord must satisfy the
following specifications:
Length: 0-10 meters
Diameter of cord: 2.5 square millimeters.
Never use extension cord exceeding 10 meters.
Never use extension cord exceeding 10 meters.Never use extension cord exceeding 10 meters.
Never use extension cord exceeding 10 meters.
If in doubt, please inquire a qualified electrician. Never
make electrical repair by yourself.

Symbols used
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.
It is obligatory to read the machine’s user and
maintenance manual in full before using the machine.
It is obligatory to wear safety footwear at all times to
provide protection against the risk of logs
accidentally falling on feet.
It is obligatory at all times to wear gloves which
protect the hands against chips and splinters which
may be produced during work.
It is obligatory at all times to wear goggles or
visor which protects the eyes against chips and
splinters which may be produced during work.
It is forbidden to remove or tamper with the
protection devices and safety devices.
is forbidden to stand in the range of action of the
machine, apart from the operator, no other person or

animal may be present within a radius of 5 meters
of the machine.
Dumping of used oil in the environment is
forbidden. The oil must be disposed of according to
current legislation in the country where this
operation is carried out.
Danger of cutting or crushing of the hand: never
touch hazardous areas while the wedge is moving.
Warning: always pay attention to the movement of the
log pusher.
Warning: never remove a log trapped in the wedge
with your hands.
Warning: Before carrying out any maintenance or
operation described in this manual, disconnect the
plug of the machine.
Warning: voltage as indicated on the rating plate.
How to use control rod to vary the speed: when control rod
at first position, i.e. position under the middle, the
velocity of the Log Splitter is faster with smaller
strength. When fully depressing the control rod, the Log
Splitter’s velocity is slower but can split the log with
the biggest power.

SPECLAL WARNINGS WHEN USING THE LOG SPLITTER
SPECLAL WARNINGS WHEN USING THE LOG SPLITTERSPECLAL WARNINGS WHEN USING THE LOG SPLITTER
SPECLAL WARNINGS WHEN USING THE LOG SPLITTER
Using this powerful tool may create special hazards. Take
particular care to safeguard yourself and those around you.
Hydraulic systems
Never operate this tool if there is a hazard presented by
hydraulic system. Before using the splitter, check for
hydraulic leaks. B
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Be sure the tool and your work area are
clean and free of oil spills. Hydraulic fluid can create
hazards, causing you to slip and fall, or your hands to slip
while using the machine or be a fire hazard.
Electrical Safety.
Electrical Safety.Electrical Safety.
Electrical Safety.
Never operate this tool if there is an electrical hazard.
Never operate an electrical tool in wet conditions. Never
operate this tool with an improper electrical cord or
extension cord. Never operate this tool unless you are
plugged into a properly grounded outlet, which supplies
specified power and is protected by a 16 Amp circuit
breaker.
Physical Hazards
Physical HazardsPhysical Hazards
Physical Hazards
Log Splitting creates special hazards. Never operate this
tool unless you are wearing proper safety gloves, hard-toed

shoes and the approved eye protection. Be careful of the
splinters that will be produced, to avoid puncture injury
and potential jamming of the tool. Never try to split logs,
which are too large or small to fit properly within the tool.
Never attempt to split logs containing nails, wire or other
debris. Clean up as you work : accumulated split wood and
wood chips can create a hazardous work environment. Never
continue to work in a cluttered work area, which may cause
you to slip, trip or fall. Keep onlookers away from this
tool and never allow unauthorized persons to operate this
tool.
NOTICE:
NOTICE:NOTICE:
NOTICE:
No list of warnings are all-inclusive. The operator must
supply common sense, and operate this tool in a safe manner.
FEATURES OF THIS LOG SPLITTER
FEATURES OF THIS LOG SPLITTERFEATURES OF THIS LOG SPLITTER
FEATURES OF THIS LOG SPLITTER
1. Portable
PortablePortable
Portable, Small size, lightweight and built-in wheels
make it easy to deliver this powerful tool to the work
site.
2. P
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Powerful
owerfulowerful
owerful.7-ton power delivered by a beefy 30mm hydraulic
ram will make short work of your log splitting task.
3. El
ElEl
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ectric Powered
ctric Poweredctric Powered
ctric Powered. Convenient and reliable electric
powered hydraulic system avoids the expense and hassle

of maintaining a small gas engine. Just plug it in and
start splitting.
4. Hydraulic Ram
Hydraulic RamHydraulic Ram
Hydraulic Ram. Powerful hydraulic ram splits log in a
safe controlled manner, without axes, sledge or wedge.
5. 2
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-Hand Safety Control
Hand Safety ControlHand Safety Control
Hand Safety Control. Built-in safety design keeps your
hands away from the log and splitter during operation.
6. Durable Steel Constru
Durable Steel ConstruDurable Steel Constru
Durable Steel Construc
cc
ction
tiontion
tion. Welded steel construction
and enclosed hydraulic ram make this a tough, durable
tool you’ll use for years.
MAIN SPECIFICATIONS
MAIN SPECIFICATIONSMAIN SPECIFICATIONS
MAIN SPECIFICATIONS
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Electrical
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Motor:
otor: otor:
otor: 2800rpm
2800rpm2800rpm
2800rpm
2.2horsepower(2200 Watt
2.2horsepower(2200 Watt2.2horsepower(2200 Watt
2.2horsepower(2200 Watts
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Max.force: 7tons
Log size 520mm(length)
Capacity: (50-300)mm(diameter)
Ram 400mm
Travel
Ram 30mm
Diameter:

Hydraulic
Oil 2.9liters
Capacity:
Overall 980mm(length)*275mm
Dimensions: (width)*520cm(height)
Net Weight: 47kgs
Special safety regulations for the Log Splitter Warning:
Special safety regulations for the Log Splitter Warning:Special safety regulations for the Log Splitter Warning:
Special safety regulations for the Log Splitter Warning:
This powerful log splitter may cause special hazards. Pay
special attention to protect yourself and those around you.
Must observe basic safety precautions to reduce risk of
injury. Please carefully read this operation manual before
starting work.
1. This machine must be always be used by one operator only.
2. Never split the logs bigger than the specified log size
capacity. The log is not permitted to have nails, which
may jump up or damage the machine. The log end surface
must be cut level and all the branches must be removed
of the trunk. Should split be the log along the direction
of vein. Never put the log vertically onto the Log
Splitter because this may damage the Log Splitter.
3. The operator must handle the control device with both
hands and never use other means to operate the control

device.
4. The Log Splitter must be operated by the adults who have
read this operation manual only. Anybody not reading
this manual is forbidden to use this Log Splitter.
5. Position the machine on a support of 60-75cm high, free
from any objects that could prevent complete freedom of
movement for the operator while working. Therefore we
recommend using a special Log Splitter Platform. Never
operate the machine on the ground because this may raise
the risk of the injury to the face due to the splinter
or rubbish-and make the operation difficult.
6. Never split 2 logs at one time otherwise the log may jump
up. This is dangerous!
7. Never put or change log when machine in running because
this is very dangerous.
8. When the machine is running any people or animals must
be at least 5 meters away from the machine.
9. Never tamper with the protective device of Log Splitter
or work without the protective device.
10. In order to split hard log, never force the Log Splitter
for over 5 seconds. The superheated oil may damage the
machine under pressure. In this case, should suspend the

machine and turn the log by 90 degrees and then start
splitting again. If the log can’t be split then, this
means the log hardness exceeds the capacity of the
machine and must be put off the splitter. In this way the
machine will not be damaged.
11. Never leave the running machine unintended. If not
working, you should stop the machine and unplug the
power.
12. Never use this machine near a natural gas, gasoline tank
or other flammable materials.
13. Never open switch box or electrical motor cover. If
needed, contact a qualified electrician.
14. Make sure that the machine and cord are kept away from
the water. Take care to handle the cord. Never yank or
tear the power cord. Keep the cord away from high
temperature, oil and sharp objects.
Recommended log size
Recommended log sizeRecommended log size
Recommended log size
Log size capacity:
520mm(length)*(50-300)mm(diameter)reference.
1. The specified diameter of the log is just for
reference.

If a fine log has knot or the log fiber is too hard, it
would be very difficult to split.
If the fiber of a bigger log is smooth and loose, the
splitter may also split it.
2. Never use the cam pressure to force the Log Splitter
to split super hard log for over 5 seconds. The
superheated oil can damage the machine under pressure.
It is important that if the log can’t be split the first
time, then stop the machine and turn the log by 90 degrees
and then start splitting. If the log can’t be split still,
this means the log hardness exceeds the capacity of the
machine and must pick out the log. In this way the machine
will not be damaged.
Recomme
RecommeRecomme
Recommended hydraulic oil
nded hydraulic oilnded hydraulic oil
nded hydraulic oil
We recommend the use of the following hydraulic oil for the
hydraulic ram:
SHELL TELLUS T22
SHELL TELLUS T22SHELL TELLUS T22
SHELL TELLUS T22
ARAL VITAM G122
ARAL VITAM G122ARAL VITAM G122
ARAL VITAM G122
SP ENGERGOL HCP22
SP ENGERGOL HCP22SP ENGERGOL HCP22
SP ENGERGOL HCP22
MOBIL DAT11
MOBIL DAT11MOBIL DAT11
MOBIL DAT11
Or equivalent oils
Never use other kinds of oils.

CHECK BEFORE UNCASING AND INSTALLATION
CHECK BEFORE UNCASING AND INSTALLATIONCHECK BEFORE UNCASING AND INSTALLATION
CHECK BEFORE UNCASING AND INSTALLATION
Take out all the components from the packing box and ensure
each package clear in the carton for the purpose of sorting
and checking for the shipping damage. If you find any
damaged component, you should contact dealer immediately.
Figure
FigureFigure
Figure 1: List of major componen
List of major componenList of major componen
List of major components
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Check these components according to the following list and
Figure 1.
A. Log guiding plates
B. Log pusher
C. Operating handle assembly
D. Wheel and frame
E. Oil pump
F. Electrical motor switch
G. Electrical motor assembly
H. Supporting feet

I. Main body
J. Splitting wedge
All the screws, bolts, washer and jigs are in the packing
box.(The complete list is on the attached parts list).
IN
ININ
INSTALLATION OF WHEEL AND SUPPORTING FEET
STALLATION OF WHEEL AND SUPPORTING FEETSTALLATION OF WHEEL AND SUPPORTING FEET
STALLATION OF WHEEL AND SUPPORTING FEET
Carefully take out the Log Splitter from the packing box
with the help another person and put it onto the foam
material on the supporting surface(the foam material in the
packing box together with the machine).(See Figure 2)
Put the main part on the foam material and fix with 2 screws
(21) and 2 nuts (20) and tighten up the supporting
feet(19).(See Figure 3)
On the main part that has been fixed on the foam block with
the supporting feet use safetv ring (59)to fix 2 wheels
(60)onto the shaft of wheel frame(61).then use the wheel
shaft cover (58)to cover the wheels.
Make sure that the wheels are not obstructed and turn
uniformly. (See Figure 3)

Installation of operating handle
Installation of operating handle Installation of operating handle
Installation of operating handle
Take out the operating handles (54/55)from the carton, and
screw them onto the receiving hole (52)of the handles, then
tighten up.(See Figure 4)
Bolt on rod control cover with included bolts.
OPERATON
OPERATONOPERATON
OPERATON
1. Plan your work site
Plan your work sitePlan your work site
Plan your work site. Work safely and save effort by
planning your work before and have your logs
positioned where they can be easily reached. Have a
site located to stack the split wood or load it onto

a nearby truck or other carrier.
2. Prepa
PrepaPrepa
Prepare the logs for splitting
re the logs for splittingre the logs for splitting
re the logs for splitting. This splitter
accommodates logs up to 520mm in length. When cutting
up limbs and large sections, do not cut sections any
longer than the specified length. Do not attempt to
split green logs. Dry, seasoned logs spilt much more
easily, and will not jam as frequently as green wood
(moisture).
3. Route the power cord
Route the power cordRoute the power cord
Route the power cord. Locate an appropriate power
outlet and secure an adequate extension cord, if
needed. Route the cord from the splitter to the power
source in a way that safeguards against tripping on
the cord or the cord becoming damaged during the work
session. Be sure to avoid wet conditions.
4. P
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Position Splitter Securely
osition Splitter Securelyosition Splitter Securely
osition Splitter Securely.
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. Be sure the splitter is
positioned firmly on level, solid supporting platform,
60-70cm high. without any objects on it .which could
prevent complete freedom of movement for the operator
while working. Never operate the machine on the ground
because this may raise the risk of the injury to the
face due to the splinter or rubbish and make the
operation difficult .Therefore we recommend using a

special Log Splitter platform. If necessary, block the
wheels with wedges to prevent them from rolling.
5. Open t
Open tOpen t
Open th
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he Air Bleed
e Air Bleede Air Bleed
e Air Bleed.
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. (A in Figure 5).Loosen the BLEED
SCREW (14) 3-4 turns whenever the splitter is being
used Retighten this screw when you are finished.
6. Place log onto Splitter
Place log onto SplitterPlace log onto Splitter
Place log onto Splitter.
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. Place the log onto the
splitter. Lengthwise and lying flat on the Main Body
(I in Figure 1).The log should lie flat on the Splitter
and be cradled by the Log guiding plates (A in Figure
1).Never attempt to split a log at an angle .Be sure
the Wedge (J in Figure 1) and Log Pusher (B in Figure
1) will contact the log squarely on the ends.
7.
7.7.
7. T
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Two hand operation.
wo hand operation.wo hand operation.
wo hand operation. Depress the Electric Motor start
Switch (Point F in Figure 1) with one hand, Wait a few
seconds as the motor spins up and creates pressure in
the Hydraulic pump. Then when it is safe to do so,
depress the Operating Handles (C in Figure 1).The Log
Pusher (B in Figure 1) will compress the log, pushing
it against the Wedge (J in Figure 1), splitting the
log. Once the log is split, release both of the
Operating Handles (C in Figure 1): this will allow the
Log Pusher(B in Figure 1) to retract.

Warning:
Warning:Warning:
Warning: If the log does not split immediately,
If the log does not split immediately,If the log does not split immediately,
If the log does not split immediately, do not
do not do not
do not
force it by maintaining th
force it by maintaining thforce it by maintaining th
force it by maintaining the t
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hrust for more than a few
rust for more than a few rust for more than a few
rust for more than a few
seconds.
seconds.seconds.
seconds. This
ThisThis
This can damage the tool.
can damage the tool.can damage the tool.
can damage the tool. It is better to try
It is better to try It is better to try
It is better to try
repositioning
repositioningrepositioning
repositioning the log on the splitter,
the log on the splitter,the log on the splitter,
the log on the splitter, or setting the log
or setting the log or setting the log
or setting the log
aside.
aside.aside.
aside.
8. Stack as you work. This will provide a safer work are,
by keeping it uncluttered, and avoid the danger of
tripping. Or damaging the power cord.
9. Remember to retighten the BLEED SCREW (Pos.14 in
FIGURE 5) when you are finished.
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HOW TO FREE A JAMMED LOG
HOW TO FREE A JAMMED LOGHOW TO FREE A JAMMED LOG
HOW TO FREE A JAMMED LOG
1. Release both controls, so that the LOG PUSHER (B in
Figure 1) will be fully retracted.
2. Insert a triangular wedge of wood under the log and
activate the log pusher to push the wedge under the
jammed log.
3. Repeat this process using progressively large wedges.
Until the jammed log is freed.
Warning:
Warning:Warning:
Warning: Never hammer on the jammed log
Never hammer on the jammed logNever hammer on the jammed log
Never hammer on the jammed log,
, ,
, or place your
or place your or place your
or place your
hands near the log whe
hands near the log whehands near the log whe
hands near the log when attempting to free it.
n attempting to free it.n attempting to free it.
n attempting to free it.
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When atteWhen atte
When attemp
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ting to free the jamting to free the jam
ting to free the jamm
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, never ask other
never ask other never ask other
never ask other
people to tamper with the machine for help.
people to tamper with the machine for help.people to tamper with the machine for help.
people to tamper with the machine for help.

When the supporting feet is blocked,
When the supporting feet is blocked,When the supporting feet is blocked,
When the supporting feet is blocked, never attempt to
never attempt to never attempt to
never attempt to
take it out by striking with a tool.
take it out by striking with a tool.take it out by striking with a tool.
take it out by striking with a tool. This may break the
This may break the This may break the
This may break the
motor assembly.
motor assembly.motor assembly.
motor assembly.
Sharp
SharpSharp
Sharpening the Wedge
ening the Wedgeening the Wedge
ening the Wedge
1. After long periods of operation, and when required;
sharpen the wedge using a fine-toothed file and carefully
removing and burrs of flat spots on the edge.
Warning!
Warning!Warning!
Warning!
Be sure to unplug the power before any maintenance work!
Changing the Hydra
Changing the HydraChanging the Hydra
Changing the Hydraulic Oil
ulic Oilulic Oil
ulic Oil
(The quantity of the hydraulic oil and recommended type
(The quantity of the hydraulic oil and recommended type (The quantity of the hydraulic oil and recommended type
(The quantity of the hydraulic oil and recommended type
have been indicated on page 5).
have been indicated on page 5).have been indicated on page 5).
have been indicated on page 5).
1. Make sure the LOG PUSHER (B in Figure 1) is fully
retracted.
2. Unscrew the DIP STICK(10)and remove it together with
O-type oil seal(11).(Figure 6)
3. Position a container under the Log Splitter that will
hold at least 4 liters of oil .Then tilt the machine to
empty the oil into the container.
4. Tilt the Log Splitter the other way, with the oil
Fill/Drain Port (in Figure 7) up. Using a clean funnel
pour the hydraulic Oil into the hydraulic oil cylinder