Working Instructions - Scheppach HL850 Originalbetriebsanleitung

Restarting safety in case of current interruption (no-
volt release).
In case of current failure, inadvertent pulling of the plug,
or a defective fuse, the machine is switched off automati-
cally. For switching on again, press anew the green but-
ton of the switch unit.
End of work
• Move the splitting knife to the lower position.
• Release one operating arm.
• Switch the machine off and pull the power plug.
• Close the venting cap.
• Observe the general maintenance instructions.

9. Working instructions

Stroke limit for short logs, Fig. 7
Lower splitting knife position about 10 cm above table.
• Move splitting knife to the desired position
• Release one operating arm
• Switch motor off
• Release the second operating arm
• Release the locking screw
• Push the stroke set rod to the top until it is stopped by
the spring
• Retighten the locking screw
• Switch motor on
• Check upper position
Setting the table height, Fig. 8
Upper table position for logs up to 58 cm,
centre table position for logs up to 84 cm,
lower table position for logs up to 125 cm.
Note: When using the splitting cross, the clearance
is reduced by 2 cm.
• Release the locking hooks (10).
• Pull the table out.
• Fit the table in a position near the log length.
• Secure the table with the locking hooks.
Functional test
Test the function before every use.
Action:
Push both handles Splitting knife goes down
towards below. to approx. 10 cm above the
table.
Let one handle Splitting knife stops in the
loose, then the other. desired position.
Let both handles Splitting knife returns to up-
loose. per position.
Check the oil level before every use – see chapter
"Maintenance".
Result:
Splitting
• Place the log on the table, hold it with both handles,
press the handles down. As soon as the splitting knife
enters the wood, push the handles down and to the
outside at the same time. This prevents the wood from
putting pressure on the holder plates.
• Only split straight cut logs.
• Split the logs in vertical position.
• Never split in horizontal position or across.
• Wear protective gloves when splitting.
Rational working method
- Upper position approx. 5 cm above log.
- Lower position approx. 10 cm above table.
ACCIDENT PREVENTION STANDARDS
1) The machine may only be operated by people who
are well familiar with the contents of this manual.
2) Before use, check the intactness and perfect func-
tion of the safety devices.
3) Before use, make yourself also familiar with the con-
trol mechanisms of the machine, following the oper-
ating instructions.
4) The capacity of the machine indicated may not be
surpassed. In no way may the machine be used for
any other purposes than splitting firewood.
5) In agreement with your country's laws, the per-
sonnel must wear adequate, close-fitting working
clothes. Jewelry like watches, rings and necklaces
must be taken off. Long hair must be protected by
a hair net.
6) The work place should always be tidy and clean.
Tools, accessories and wrenches should lie within
reach.
7) During cleaning or maintenance work, the machine
may never be connected to the mains.
8) It is strictly prohibited to use the machine with the
safety devices removed or switched off.
9) It is strictly prohibited to remove or modify the
safety devices.
10) Before undertaking any maintenance or adjusting
work, carefully read and understand the present op-
erating instructions.
11) For a good performance of the machine as well as
for safety reasons, the plan given herein must be
adhered to.
12) In order to prevent accidents, the safety labels must
always be kept clean and legible, and they must be
strictly observed. Any missing labels must be reor-
dered from the manufacturer and be attached to the
correct place.
13) In case of fire, only fire-fighting powder may be
used. Water is not allowed to extinct the fire be-
cause of the risk of short circuit.
14) If the fire cannot be extinct immediately, pay atten-
tion to leaking liquids.
15) In case of a longer fire, the oil tank or the pressure
lines can explode. Be careful not to get.
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