Troubleshooting; Dismantling Of The Log Splitter Dismantling Of The Log Splitter; Corrective Action - Gude W370/4T Betriebsanleitung

7.2 - Troubleshooting

7.2 - Troubleshooting 7.2 - Troubleshooting 7.2 - Troubleshooting 7.2 - Troubleshooting
Problems that may arise when using the log splitter and recommended remedies are given in the table
below. In the case of operations carried out by unauthorised personnel, the guarantee will be
immediately null and void and the manufacturer will be relieved of any responsibility for injury to
persons and animals and damage.
P P P P P roblem roblem roblem roblem roblem
Log fails to split
Rod advances jerkily or with
strong vibrations
Oil leak from the rod or from
other external points
DISMANTLING OF THE LOG SPLITTER DISMANTLING OF THE LOG SPLITTER
DISMANTLING OF THE LOG SPLITTER DISMANTLING OF THE LOG SPLITTER DISMANTLING OF THE LOG SPLITTER
The log splitter must be dismantled complying with all safety regulations, designed to prevent injury and
damage.
All parts of the log splitter must be scrapped and disposed of according to current legislation where the
machine is dismantled.
Pay particular attention when eliminating hydraulic oil which must not be disposed of in the environment
in that it is highly pollutant and must be disposed of according to legal prescriptions.
P P P P P robable cause robable cause robable cause robable cause robable cause
Incorrect positioning of the log
Log exceeds permitted
dimensions or the wood is too
hard for the capacity of the
machine.
Wedge do not cut
Oil leack
Hydraulicpressure too low
Air in the circuit
Leakage from the tank
Seals worn

Corrective action

Corrective action Corrective action Corrective action Corrective action
Position correctly the log
Try to cut a small part or use
other means to reduce the size
of the log
Sharped the wedge, check for
burrs or nicks, file if necessary
Locate the leack using a piece
of card or wood.
Contact your dealer
Contact your dealer
Check oil level.Top up if
necessary
If problem remain contact your
dealer
Check that the bleed screw has
been tightened before moving
the machine (Fig. 5, page 2).
Contact your dealer
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