Maintenance; Residual Risks; Operation - Ryobi RLS4A Original Instructions Manual

Never operate the log splitter until the bleed screw has
been slightly loosened (one to two full turns).
WARNING
use of a tool. When using any tool for prolonged periods,
ensure you take regular breaks.
WARNING
cables with a minimum conductor cross section of 1.5
mm 2 . The plug connectors must have earthing contacts
and be rain-waterproof.

RESIDUAL RISKS

Even when the product is used as prescribed, it is still
impossible to completely eliminate certain residual risk
factors. The following hazards may arise during use and the
operator should pay special attention to avoid the following:
Follow the size and shape limits. Wear protective
footwear.
hands and all body parts away from moving parts. Only
one person allowed to load and operate the product.
Skin contact with lubricant/hydraulic oil.

OPERATION

Before each use inspect all hydraulic pipes and hoses.
Before performing splitting operations, start the product
by pressing the motor run button and moving the
direction control lever, causing the pressure plate to
move. Ensure that by releasing either the motor run
button or the direction control lever, the motion of the
pressure plate stops. Do not use the product if this
safety feature does not operate properly.
The wood to be processed should be properly prepared
before loading into the product.
The wood should be straight along its length with no
kinks, forks or protrusions. Branches should be cut off
to be flush with the trunk. Attempting to split wood that
does not meet these criteria may cause the work piece
Both ends of the work piece should be cut straight
and perpendicular to the length. Failure to prepare this
properly may cause the work piece to skew off line
during the splitting process.
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and beware of knots and twisted grain in the wood.
These make the wood harder to split and can cause the
splitting process to deviate from its intended course and
push the work piece out of its proper position.
If the wood does not completely split or becomes
on the wood by retracting the moving pressure plate.
Follow the graphical instructions on pages 84 and 85 of

MAINTENANCE

this manual. For repairs, return the log splitter to an
authorised service centre.
WARNING
Hydraulic oil at high pressure is dangerous. Never turn
on the product if oil is leaking.
Unplug the power lead from the power source
undertaken.
Before each use, check the product for oil leaks and
other damage. Do not use the log splitter until oil leak or
damage has been professionally repaired.
Keep the product clean, particularly in the splitting area
and around the motor to ensure adequate ventilation.
Use a soft brush for cleaning.
Before each use, check the oil level and top up if
necessary using hydraulic oil. Follow the procedure
shown in the Getting started section.
The manufacturer recommends that the hydraulic oil
is changed once a year, or if the oil appears dirty or
contaminated whilst checking the oil level. Follow the
procedure shown in the graphical Maintenance section
of this manual.
damaged, return the product to an authorised service
TRANSPORTATION AND STORAGE
Close the bleed screw.
Clean debris from the product, particularly the motor
ventilation area.
Secure the product from access by unauthorised
persons and children, and store it where it cannot fall
For transportation in a vehicle, secure against falling or
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