Sealey LS575VH - Manual (Page 3)

p WARNING! ensure you read, understand and apply the safety
instructions in section 1 before use.
p WARNING! this system has been designed to prevent the
operator from handling the log during the splitting process.
for safety reasons the operator must not ask a second
person to place or handle the log. the system is designed to
be operated by one person only.
p WARNING! Always split a log along its grain. never attempt to
split a log laid across the machine as this could be dangerous
for the operator and could seriously damage the splitter.
never attempt to split a log if it is sitting at an angle.
4.1. Pump the foot pedal of the hydraulic pump to raise the splitter
log support to a suitable working height.
4.2. Place a log securely on the log support.
4.3. When logs of approximately the same length are to be split, the
wedge can be set to avoid having to pump the ram to operate
through it's full stroke every time. Pull both of the wedge release
pins out of the locating holes in the post, and adjust the wedge
as near to the log as possible and replace the wedge release
pins ensuring that they have both located into a hole - make
sure the wedge release pins are firmly seated in the post holes
before continuing - the wedge may have to be raised slightly to
do this.
4. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
5.1. Hydraulic pump.
to add oil to the hydraulic pump:
5.1.1. remove the two springs from the log support and undo the 2
allen bolts, remove the hydraulic unit from the base unit.
5.1.2. Position the hydraulic unit vertically and remove the round rubber
oil plug on the back of the unit's housing. using a piece of wire or
similar, dip into the oil to check it's level. It should be
immediately below the plug hole (¾ full). Add hydraulic jack oil if
required (see 5.1.4. for specification).
5.1.3. replace the rubber oil plug and re-assemble the log splitter.
5.1.4. After one year the hydraulic oil should be replaced in order to
extend the life of the unit. use hydraulic jack oil only.
ImPORTANT: only fully qualified personnel should attempt
hydraulic maintenance or repair.
NOTE: use a good quality hydraulic jack oil, such as seAleY
HYdrAulIc JAcK oIl.
p WARNING! DO NOT use brake fluid, or any fluid other than
hydraulic jack oil, as this may cause serious damage to the
pump and will invalidate the warranty.
5.1.5. When draining the oil make sure that no dirt is allowed to
enter the hydraulic unit.
5.1.6. Periodically check the hydraulic unit's piston and ram for signs
of corrosion. clean exposed areas with a clean oiled cloth.
5.2. Hydraulic pump will not lift.
5.2.1. the oil level may be low. check oil level as described in section
5.1.2. and top up if necessary.
5.2.2. the pump may have air trapped in the system. to eliminate
trapped air, open the release valve by pushing on the release
lever and pump the foot pedal of the pump at the same time,
through its full stroke, five or six times. close the release valve.
5.2.3. Hydraulic pump's piston 'o' ring seal may have become worn. If
this is suspected take the jack to an approved agent for
servicing.
5. mAINTENANCE
ImPORTANT: NO RESPONSIBILITY IS ACCEPTED fOR INCORRECT USE Of THIS PRODUCT.
Hydraulic products are only repaired by local service agents. We have service/repair agents in all parts of the uK.
DO NOT ReTuRN THe PRODucT TO us. Please telephone us on 01284 757500 to obtain the address and phone number of your local agent. If product is
under guarantee please contact your dealer. DE-COmmISSIONING PRODUCT should the product become completely unserviceable and require disposal, draw
off the oil into an approved container and dispose of the product and the oil according to local regulations.
NOTe: It is our policy to continually improve products and as such we reserve the right to alter data, specifications and component parts without prior notice.
ImPORTANT: no liability is accepted for incorrect use of this product.
WARRANTY: Guarantee is 12 months from purchase date, proof of which will be required for any claim.
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4.4. ensure the log is stable and keeping hands out of the way of the
wedge, pump the foot pedal to raise the log up tight against the
wedge, continue with even strokes of the foot pedal until the log
is split.
4.5. remove or stack the logs as you work and regularly clear the
area of any accumulated wood chips and other debris to keep
the work area safe.
4.6. to lower the splitter log support, release the pressure from the
hydraulic pump by pushing on the release lever and then apply
downward pressure to the log support.
4.7. Wipe down the log splitter to remove tree sap or dirt after each
use and tidy the work area ready for the next work session.
4.8. When the splitter is not in use, thoroughly clean it and store it
in a dry location with the hydraulic pump at it's lowest position to
minimise corrosion.
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