Operation Manual

Fig. 3
Fig. 4
Special instructions for splitting logs:
Preparations:
The
lo
gs t
o
be split should be cut to the maximum dimensions
(520 mm long, 50 – 250 mm). Ensure also that the logs are
cut straight and square.
Place the log properly on the log splitter, so as not to cause
any risk of stumbling or falling to the operator.
Bleeding
Open the bl
eed screw 3 – 4 complete turns – Fig. 5.
Close the bleed screw again when you are finished splitting
logs.
Fig. 5
Bleed screw
tighten
open (bleeding)
Splitting logs:
¾ Alw
a
ys p
lac
e the logs lengthwise and flat on the main
frame of the log splitter. The log must be enclosed by the
log guide plates
. Fig. 6
Fig. 6
¾ Never pl
ace the log on the frame at an angle. Fig. 7
Fig. 7
¾ Always e
nsure that the splitting wedge and the log ram
contact the ends of the log at right-angles.
¾ Never try to split two logs at once.
¾ Never try to remove or replace the log during the splitting
process.
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