PROBLEM
Motor fails to start
Won't split logs
Log mover jerks and vibrates
Oil leaks around cylinder ram or from
other points
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or household use (90 days for business or commercial use).
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TROUBLESHOOTING
POSSIBLE CAUSE
Overload Protection Device is
disengaged to protect the log splitter
from being damaged.
Log is improperly positioned.
The size or hardness of the log
exceeds the machine's capacity.
Wedge cutting edge is blunt.
Oil leaks.
Unauthorized adjustment was made
on the Maximum Pressure Limiting
Screw. Lower maximum pressure
rating was set.
Lack of hydraulic oil and excessive air
in the hydraulic system.
Air sealed in hydraulic system while
operating.
Bleed screw is not tightened before
moving the log splitter.
Oil drain bolt is not tight.
Hydraulic control valve assembly and/
or seal(s) are worn.
or call (toll free) 1-800-242-4672.
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SOLUTION
Push reset button. See Figure 14.
Refer to Operation section for log
loading.
Reduce the log size before splitting.
Refer to Sharpening Wedge in the
Maintenance section.
Locate leak(s). Contact the dealer.
Contact the dealer.
Check oil level for possible oil refilling.
Contact the dealer.
Loosen bleed screw by 3-4 rotations
before operating the log splitter.
Tighten the bleed screw before
moving the log splitter.
Tighten the oil drain bolt.
Contact the dealer.