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LOG SPLITTER
MODEL NO: LOGBUSTER 5
PART NO: 3402030
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE
INSTRUCTIONS
LS0616

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  • Page 1 LOG SPLITTER MODEL NO: LOGBUSTER 5 PART NO: 3402030 OPERATION & MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS LS0616...
  • Page 2: Environmental Recycling Policy

    INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing this CLARKE Log Splitter. Before attempting to use this product, please read this manual thoroughly and follow the instructions carefully. In doing so you will ensure the safety of yourself and that of others around you, and you can look forward to your purchase giving you long and satisfactory service.
  • Page 3: General Safety Rules

    GENERAL SAFETY RULES WARNING: READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS. FAILURE TO FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS LISTED BELOW MAY RESULT IN ELECTRIC SHOCK, FIRE AND/ OR SERIOUS INJURY. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. WORK AREA 1. Keep the work area clean and well lit. Cluttered and dark areas invite accidents. 2.
  • Page 4: Usage And Care

    5. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewellery or long hair can be caught in moving parts. USAGE AND CARE 1. Do not force the log splitter. It will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.
  • Page 5 machine. The ends of the logs must be cut square. Branches must be cut off flush with the trunk. 7. Never attempt to split two logs at once; one may be ejected with possibly serious damage. 8. Split wood in the direction of the grain. Do not attempt to split a piece of wood across the grain as this could seriously damage the machine.
  • Page 6: Safety Symbols

    SAFETY SYMBOLS...
  • Page 7: Electrical Connections

    ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS Connect the mains lead to a standard, 230 Volt (50Hz) electrical supply through an approved 13 amp BS 1363 plug, or a suitably fused isolator switch. WARNING: THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED MPORTANT: The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code: Green &...
  • Page 8: Identification Of Parts

    IDENTIFICATION OF PARTS Description Part number Description Part number Log pusher plate LGLOGB501 Switch box LGLOGB509 Work table LGLOGB502 Wheels LGLOGB510 Wedge Control lever LGLOGB511 Lifting handle LGLOGB504 Guard LGLOGB512 Support leg LGLOGB505 Bleed screw LGLOGB513 Log retaining plates LGLOGB506 Oil Drain bolt with LGLOGB514 dipstick...
  • Page 9: Before Use

    BEFORE USE BLEEDING THE HYDRAULIC SYSTEM Before operating the log buster, the Bleed Screw Bleed Screw should be loosened by 2-3 turns until air can go in and out of the oil tank smoothly. • Air flow through the Bleed Screw hole should be detectable when the log buster is in operation.
  • Page 10: Operation

    OPERATION OPERATING THE LOG BUSTER This log buster is designed to be operated by one person only and requires two handed operation by the user - The left hand controls the hydraulic control lever and the right hand controls the push button switch. 1.
  • Page 11: Freeing A Jammed Log

    2. When the ram is at full extension, release the push button switch. • Keep the Control lever pressed down the prevent the ram from returning. 3. Loosen the handwheel on the return stop and slide the stop to the desired position •...
  • Page 12: Maintenance

    3. To refill with new oil, tilt machine backwards, using a clean funnel, pour in 3.5 Liters of Clarke hydraulic oil, IMPORTANT: Only use CLARKE HYDRAULIC OIL, available from your nearest dealer. Part No:...
  • Page 13: Transport And Storage

    TRANSPORT AND STORAGE MOVING THE LOG BUSTER CAUTION: BEFORE MOVING THE LOG BUSTER, MAKE SURE THE BLEED SCREW IS TIGHTENED TO AVOID OIL LEAKING. • Lift the front of the log buster by the handle and move the log buster to the woking area.
  • Page 14: Specifications

    50 mm PARTS AND SERVICING For Parts & Servicing, please contact your nearest dealer, or CLARKE International, on one of the following numbers PARTS & SERVICE TEL: 020 8988 7400 PARTS & SERVICE FAX: 020 8558 3622 or e-mail as follows: PARTS: Parts@clarkeinternational.com...
  • Page 15: Declaration Of Conformity

    DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY...

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