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Using without the safety alert symbol
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Wheels
Install the Log Catcher
(B)
(B)
(A)
(A)
Check the hydraulic oil level using
the oil sight glass. Oil level should visibly fill the sight glass.
8. Check oil level daily and add as needed.
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Problem Cause Solution
Engine will not start.
No fuel. Add fuel.
Faulty spark plug. Replace spark plug.
Unit loaded during start up. Remove load from unit.
Engine will not start;
Engine starts but runs roughly.
Low oil level.
Fill crankcase to the proper level.
Place log splitter on a flat, level surface.
Choke in the wrong position. Adjust choke.
Spark plug wire loose. Attach wire to spark plug.
Engine shuts down during operation.
Out of fuel. Fill fuel tank.
Low oil level.
Fill the crankcase to the proper leve
l. Place the log
splitter on a flat, level surface.
Engine cannot supply enough power or
overheating.
Insufficient ventilation.
Check for air restriction. Move to a well
ventilated area.
Wedge movement is slow or erratic.
Air in the hydraulic oil system.
Purge air by extending and retracting the wedge
several times until motion is smooth.
Debris lodged in beam guides. Clear debris from the beam.
Low hydraulic oil. Check the oil level and add as needed.
Oil leak from cylinder.
Faulty cylinder rod seal.
Contact Customer Service.
Scored or bent cylinder rod. Contact Customer Service.
Loose hydraulic fitting. Tighten hydraulic fitting.
Faulty combination washer seal on
cylinder hydraulic fitting.
Contact Customer Service.
Wedge will not extend or retract.
Faulty control valve. Contact Customer Service.
Faulty hydraulic pump. Contact Customer Service.
Low hydraulic oil. Check the oil level and add as needed.
Excessive bouncing while towing. Under-inflated tires.
Inflate tires to the prope
r pressure. Refer to tire
sidewall.
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