with the nuts in order to lock the cylinder (Fig. 4).
• The nuts and the washers are located on the control le-
vers (Fig. 4.1)
• Never move upwards quickly, do not apply force!
• Errors in handling and operation are hereby explicitly
excluded from the warranty.
• Now release the operating knobs, the splitting wedge is
pulled upwards by the plunger. The wood splitter is now
ready for use.
Only use cardan shafts with CE signs, declaration of confor-
mity and operating instructions! Read these operating in-
structions carefully prior to operation!
Perform the above procedures only when the motor and the
PTO connector are turned off and the ignition key is remo-
ved!
Adjustment during the lowering of the cylinder
• Adjust the nut to the lower hole on the bar. Lower the
splitting knife onto a piece of wood of about 15 cm
height, switch off the machine. Fig. 6
• Unfasten the screw nuts on the cylinder, press an opera-
tion knob, and turn on the machine.
• Release the operation knob slowly. Lower the cylinder
slowly, and switch off the machine.
Splitting
• At temperatures below 5°C leave the machine at idle
speed for about five minutes so that the hydraulic sys-
tem reaches operating temperature.
• Place the wood under the splitting knife in an upright
position und press against the fixing bolt.
• Warning. The fixing bolt and the splitting knife are very
sharp. Risk of injury!
• When you press down both operating levers simulta-
neously, the splitting knife moves down and splits the
wood.
• Only split timber that has been cut straight.
• Split the wood vertically.
• Never split wood horizontally or diagonally!
• Wear appropriate gloves while splitting wood.
Length of wood
The hydraulic splitter is suitable for the splitting of short
wood and wood by the metre. It is practical to adjust the
upper stroke limitation to 3 to 5 cm.
Short wood max. 65 cm: Use the splitting table (optional
accessory) for the splitting.
Lifting limitation
• If you have logs of wood with a length of more than 100
cm place the nut in the upper hole of the bar
(Fig. 3) and clamp with the locking pin.
• If you have logs of wood with a length of less than 65
cm place the nut in the middle hole and clamp with the
locking pin.
Start-Up
Make sure that the machine is completely and properly
assembled. Before every use, check:
• the power cords for faults (cracks, cuts and such),
• the machine for possible damages,
• if all bolts are fastened tightly,
• the hydraulic system for leaks, and
• the oil level.
Power on/off
Press the green button to power on.
Press the red button to power off.
Note: Check the function of the on/off-unit before every
use by switching it on and off once.
Restart cut-out in case of power failures (zero voltage
switch)
In case of a power failure, unintentionally pulling the pow-
er plug or a defect fuse the machine will automatically
switch off. To restart the machine, press the green button
on the switchbox again.
Operation with PTO
• Before connecting the machine to the three-point hitch
of the tractor, make sure that the weight of machine is
within the tractor's specifications. The weight of the ma-
chine can be found on the manufacturer type plate (fig.
1).
• Make sure that the machine is connected correctly to
the three-point hitch and that the safety bolts are always
in place.
• When working, be careful in order to prevent accidents
or damages.
• Only connect the drive shaft only to the engine of the
tractor when it is not running.
• Use only drive shafts that are approved and suitable for
the use with the log splitter. Furthermore the drive shaft
must be equipped with all safety mechanisms, which
must be in good condition.
• Keep away from the drive shaft when it is in use.
• Make sure that the shaft speed of the tractor does not
exceed the value specified on the type plate (max 300
rpm).
• It is recommended to wear earplugs or equivalent hear-
ing protection.
• Do not operate the machine indoors. The exhaust fumes
are harmful to health. They can cause unconsciousness
and therefore pose a threat to the operator. If it is neces-
sary to work indoors or in covered surroundings, make
sure that there is sufficient ventilation. Do not inhale the
exhaust fumes!
Modifications of any kind to the machine are prohibited!
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