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- Page 1 DUOCUT Patent Pending 10 Ton Manual Log Splitter IMPORTANT: Read this manual fully before assembly and use and observe all safety rules and operating instructions...
- Page 2 Approximate lift per stroke (right pedal) 3-6 mm Maximum log length 510 mm Maximum log diameter (vertical operation) 300 mm Maximum log diameter (horizontal operation) 600 mm Height (vertical operation) 1005 mm Width 300 mm Weight 35 kg DUOCUT 10 Ton Manual Log Splitter...
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- Page 4 M8 x 20 mm socket button head bolt Right stabilising foot Right foot pedal Grub Screw Return Valve Knob Left foot pedal Left stabilising foot Log platform M6 nyloc nut M6 x 15 countersunk bolt Hand grip DUOCUT 10 Ton Manual Log Splitter...
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Page 5: Operator Safety
DO NOT operate the log splitter in areas where fumes from paint, solvents, or flammable liquids pose a potential hazard. OPERATOR SAFETY Remove ill fitting clothing. Remove ties, watches, rings and other loose jewellery, and contain long hair. DUOCUT 10 Ton Manual Log Splitter... - Page 6 Other people must keep a safe distance from the log splitter especially when it is in operation. Store the log splitter in a safe area away from children and other people not qualified to use the log splitter. DUOCUT 10 Ton Manual Log Splitter...
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Page 7: General Safety
When not in use, store the log splitter, with the hydraulic unit fully lowered, in a safe, dry, childproof location. DUOCUT 10 Ton Manual Log Splitter... - Page 8 The initial stages of assembly are easier to carry out if the log splitter is on it’s back. Stand behind the splitter and holding the Duocut by the top of the vertical post, carefully tilt it backwards and lie it on it’s back.
- Page 9 2 M8 nuts(8). M8 nut M8 x 20 Step 3 Attach the left stabilising foot(14) to the base using 2 M8x16 button head bolts(9) and 2 M8 nuts(8). M8 nut M8 x 20 DUOCUT 10 Ton Manual Log Splitter...
- Page 10 The spring should be hooked on from the outside. Repeat for the other spring on the left hand jack arm. DUOCUT 10 Ton Manual Log Splitter...
- Page 11 Insert the end of the top handle(2) (without the hand grip) through the large holes at the top of both sides of the splitter post and push the remaining hand grip(19) over the end of the top handle. DUOCUT 10 Ton Manual Log Splitter...
- Page 12 Step 10 Check that all nuts and bolts have been properly secured. This check should be made each time the splitter is used. DUOCUT 10 Ton Manual Log Splitter...
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- Page 14 Upper axe blade Locking pin Log support rail Hand lever Lower axe blade Right foot pedal Return valve Left foot pedal Hydraulic fluid filler plug Log platform DUOCUT 10 Ton Manual Log Splitter...
- Page 15 Ensure that the log splitter is positioned on firm and level ground. Locate site so that the split wood can be stacked or loaded directly into a suitable vehicle or trailer. DUOCUT 10 Ton Manual Log Splitter...
- Page 16 Step 2 Pull outwards simultaneously on the ring pulls for both of the upper axe blade locking pins and lower the blade so it rests on the top of the log. DUOCUT 10 Ton Manual Log Splitter...
- Page 17 DO NOT steady the log with your hands, your hands should be placed on the top handle for stability. DUOCUT 10 Ton Manual Log Splitter...
- Page 18 DO NOT attempt to assist the log in splitting with your hands or any form of implement. With soft woods it may be possible to split the log entirely using the left pedal. DUOCUT 10 Ton Manual Log Splitter...
- Page 19 Place a log onto the splitter so that it is in contact with the platform then pull the locking pins outward and slide the upper blade so that it touches the log. DUOCUT 10 Ton Manual Log Splitter...
- Page 20 Once the wood starts to split, it may be possible to switch back to using the left lever to speed up splitting Remove the split log and stack away from the splitter. Clean away any debris from the splitter. DUOCUT 10 Ton Manual Log Splitter...
- Page 21 Step 4 Open the release valve to allow the lower blade to return then close the release valve. Anchoring If the Duocut is being used on suitable ground, the anchor hole end of the Duocut can be anchored to the ground by...
- Page 22 Place some cardboard or other packing between the jack and the main beam, remove the two bolts then lift the jack clear. jack mounting bolt jack mounting bolt DUOCUT 10 Ton Manual Log Splitter...
- Page 23 Hydraulic pump’s piston ‘O’ ring seal may have become worn. If this is suspected take the hydraulic jack to a qualified service person for repair. IMPORTANT: Only fully qualified personnel should attempt hydraulic maintenance or repair. DUOCUT 10 Ton Manual Log Splitter...
- Page 24 NOTE: The maximum force of the hydraulic jack has been preset to 8 US Tons in order to increase the life of the unit. Due to the use of twin Duocut blades this should be sufficient in all circumstances. However the jack can be adjusted to deliver 10 US Tons of force but this must only be done by a qualified engineer.
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