Homelite UT49102 User Manual - Page 13
Troubleshooting, Maintenance - hydraulic cylinder
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MAINTENANCE n Refill the oil tank with fresh hydraulic oil (3.7 quarts or 118 oz.). n Place the cleaned dipstick into the oil tank. Remove and check the oil level. NOTE: The oil level should be between the two grooves around the bottom of the dipstick as shown in figure 5. n Replace oil drain bolt. Tighten securely. n Dispose old oil at an oil recycling center. SHARPENING THE WEDGE After using the log splitter for some time, it may be necessary to sharpen the wedge. Using a fine-toothed file, smooth any burrs or crushed areas along the cutting edge. to lock the log splitter See Figure 15. To prevent unauthorized use of the log splitter when moving, storing, or leaving the machine unattended, disconnect it from the power supply and install a padlock (not included) through the hole in the hydraulic control lever. TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Motor fails to start Possible Cause 1. Overload Protection Device is disengaged to protect the log splitter from being damaged. Solution 1. Push reset button. See Figure 14. Won't split logs 1. Log is improperly positioned. 2. The size or hardness of the log exceeds the machine's capacity. 3. Wedge cutting edge is blunt. Log mover jerks and vibrates Oil leaks around cylinder ram or from other points 4. Oil leaks. 5. Unauthorized adjustment was made on the Maximum Pressure Limiting Screw. Lower maximum pressure rating was set. 1. Lack of hydraulic oil and excessive air in the hydraulic system. 1. Air sealed in hydraulic system while operating. 2. Bleed screw is not tightened before moving the log splitter. 3. Oil drain bolt is not tight. 4. Hydraulic control valve assembly and/or seal(s) are worn. 1. Refer to Operation section for log loading. 2. Reduce the log size before splitting. 3. Refer to "Sharpening Wedge" in the Maintenance section. 4. Locate leak(s). Contact the dealer. 5. Contact the dealer. 1. Check oil level for possible oil refilling. Contact the dealer. 1. Loosen bleed screw by 3-4 rotations before operating the log splitter. 2. Tighten the bleed screw before moving the log splitter. 3. Tighten the oil drain bolt. 4. Contact the dealer. 11 - English