Instructions

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4. Clean the dipstick and the oil seal.
5. Replace the dipstick fully into the oil reservoir.
6. Now remove the dipstick again, and read off the oil level.
The oil level must lie between MIN and MAX.
 Replenish the same type of oil if the level is too low
(MIN or less).
7. Check the oil seal and replace it if it is damaged in any way.
8. Replace the dipstick and screw it firmly into place.
Caution! Do not tighten the screw too tightly, since this may
damage the oil seal or the thread in the cylinder cover.
When should I change the oil?
The first oil change should be carried out after 50 operat-
ing hours, and then every 250 operating hours.
Changing the oil:
1. The log ram must be in its starting position.
2. Place a container under the log splitter to catch the old oil.
The container should have a capacity of at least 4 litres.
3.
Unscrew the dipstick. Do not drop or lose the oil seal
when removing the dipstick.
4.
Now tip the machine to empty the oil into the contain-
er.
5. Stand the log splitter on end, with the filler opening at the
top.
A second person will be required to up-end and
hold the log splitter.
6.
Pour in the new hydraulic oil (Quantity, see “Technical
Data”) using a clean funnel.
7. Clean the dipstick and the oil seal.
8. Check the oil seal and replace it if it is damaged in any way.
9. Replace the dipstick and screw it firmly into place.
Caution! Do not tighten the screw too tightly, since this may
damage the oil seal or the thread in the cylinder cover.
Dispose of the old oil properly (local oil disposal point).
The old oil must not be poured into the ground or drainage
system, or mixed with other waste.
Hydraulic oil
 We recommend the following hydraulic oils for the hydrau-
lic cylinder:
 Shell Tellus T 22
 Aral Vitam Gf 22
 BP Energol HLP 22
 order no. 400142 (1 litre)
 Mobil DTE 11
 or equivalent
Do not use any other types of oil. The use of any other
type of oil will adversely affect the operation of the hydrau-
lic cylinder.
Transport instructions
Before each transport
 Switch off device.
 Tighten the vent screw
 Pull out power plug
 Remove the split wood
To transport, hold the carrying handle and lift the log split-
ter. In this position, it is easy to move the log splitter.
 Use the lifting points provide for transport with a
crane.
 Secure the device against tipping over or sliding away when
transporting it by crane.
 When transporting the product within a car put it in the boot
or on a separate loading area. While doing so, secure the
log splitter at the points provided with straps.
Storage
Before each storage
 Switch off device.
 Tighten the vent screw
 Pull out power plug
Store machines that are not in use in a dry locked place pro-
tected against frost and outside the reach of children and unau-
thorized persons.
Before extended storage, please observe the following to in-
crease the service life of the device and to ensure smooth
operation:
 Thoroughly clean the device.
 Check the device for damaged or worn parts.
Guarantee
Please observe the enclosed terms of guarantee.
Oil seal