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- Page 1 Operating Instructions Log splitter 8 D1010394 - Edition - 1001 *D1010394-1001* English Copyright by Posch Gesellschaft m.b.H., Made in Austria...
- Page 2 Machine number:................Serial number:..................POSCH Austria: 8430 Leibnitz, Paul-Anton-Keller-Strasse 40, telephone: +43 (0) 3452/82954, fax: +43 (0) 3452/82954-53, e-mail: leibnitz@posch.com POSCH Germany: 84149 Velden/Vils, Preysingallee 19, telephone: +49 (0) 8742/2081, fax: +49 (0) 8742/2083, e-mail: velden@posch.com...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents Contents Foreword Copyright notice Liability for defects Reservations Definitions Operating instructions Safety information Explanation of symbols General safety information Safety instructions for log splitter Noise Remaining risks Proper use Incorrect use General Scope Description The most important components of the machine Labels and their meanings Set-up Start-up... - Page 4 Contents Maintenance Tool guide Oil changing Cleaning Additional equipment 10.1 Cross-type splitter 10.2 Special knife with rollers 10.3 Timber support table, large 10.4 Wheelset 400 Troubleshooting Technical data Service EC Declaration of Conformity...
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Page 5: Foreword
Foreword Foreword Thank you for buying our product. This machine has been built in conformity with applicable European standards and regulations. These operating instructions explain how to operate the machine safely and efficiently and how to maintain it. Any person entrusted with the transport, installation, commissioning, operation or maintenance of the machine must have read and understood: ▪... -
Page 6: Operating Instructions
Foreword The operating personnel (operators) are those entrusted by the operator to operate the machine. Technical personnel Technical personnel are persons entrusted by the operator of the machine with special tasks such as installation, set-up, maintenance and troubleshooting. Electrician An electrician is a person who, by virtue of his specialist training, has knowledge of electrical systems, standards and regulations and is able to identify and prevent possible hazards. -
Page 7: Safety Information
Safety information Safety information Explanation of symbols The following symbols and instructions in this manual provide warnings about possible personal injury or property damage or give useful information about working with the machine. DANGER Warning about danger zones Instruction regarding safe working, where non-compliance entails the risk of serious or fatal injury. -
Page 8: General Safety Information
Never leave the machine running unattended. Switch off the machine's drive unit before carrying out any adjustments. Only use original - POSCH - spare parts. Do not modify or tamper with the machine. Work on electrical equipment must only be carried out by qualified electricians. -
Page 9: Remaining Risks
Safety information The stated values are emissions values, and thus do not necessarily represent reliable values for the work area. Although there is a correlation between emission and pollutant levels, it is not possible to deduce reliably from that whether or not additional precautionary measures are necessary. -
Page 10: General
General General Scope This user manual applies to the following machines: Machine type Item no.* Type Drive M6140 Log splitter 8 - E5.5 Electric motor M6141 Log splitter 8 - E2.2 Electric motor M6142 Log splitter 8 - E3 Electric motor *The article number is stamped on the machine's rating plate. -
Page 11: The Most Important Components Of The Machine
General The most important components of the machine Table Wheel Splitting blade Electric motor Log retaining tip Switch/plug Spring clamp Ventilation screw Clamping jaw Transport handles Two-hand controller Shut-off rod Pressure plate Blade guide Identification plate Clamping unit... -
Page 12: Labels And Their Meanings
General Labels and their meanings Only work alone. Do not carry out any repair, set-up, maintenance or cleaning work unless the drive unit is switched off and the tool is at rest. Wear protective gloves. Wear safety shoes. Wear goggles and ear protection. Caution, moving parts. -
Page 13: Set-Up
General Rotational direction of motor Phase inverter Set-up Ensure the machine is stable before starting it. Set up the machine on a level, firm and clear work surface. The machine must be placed directly on the ground. Do not place wooden boards, flat pieces of metal etc. -
Page 14: Start-Up
Start-up Start-up Before starting to operate the machine, please check that the protective and safety systems are working and also the hydraulic hoses and oil level. Driven by electric motor (type E) 4.1.1 Machines with 230 V motor The machine must only be operated on electric circuits equipped with 30 mA FI fault current protection or a Portable Residual Current Device (PRCD). - Page 15 Start-up A tight plug connection can rip the CEE plug out of the switch housing. ▪ This can be remedied using standard plugs and a silicone spray. Any such damage to the switch is not covered by the guarantee. Type E5.5 Connect the machine to the mains: ▪...
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Page 16: Operation
Operation Operation At outdoor temperatures below 0°C, let the machine idle for approximately five minutes to allow the hydraulic system to reach the correct operating temperature (the hydraulic pipes will then be warm to the touch). Splitting process Only one person may operate the machine at a time. Ensure that no other people are in the vicinity of the machine. -
Page 17: Setting The Splitting Distance (Stroke)
Operation Setting the splitting distance (stroke) Clamping unit Shut-off rod The splitting stroke can be adjusted for shorter lengths of timber with the aid of a shut-off rod: ▪ Fully retract the splitting blade. ▪ Turn off the machine. – See:Switching off the machine [➙ 18] ▪... -
Page 18: Switching Off The Machine
Switching off the machine Switching off the machine Before switching off the machine, depressurise all hydraulic functions by placing all control levers in the neutral position. Driven by electric motor (Type E) ▪ Move the switch to the 0 position. -
Page 19: Transport
Transport Transport The splitting blade must be retracted before transporting the machine. Make sure the shut-off rod is also fully retracted. The machine may only be transported in the vertical position or leaning backwards. For horizontal transportation, the ventilation screw must be replaced by a G1/2" screw plug. Moving by hand Hold the machine by the transport handles, tip it back and move it. -
Page 20: Checks
Checks Checks Before carrying out any checks on the machine, the drive unit MUST be switched off! Disconnect the machine from the mains. Protective guards All the protective guards (covers, safety grilles, etc.) must be in place. Screw fittings Tighten all screws and nuts after the first hour of operation. Tighten the screws and nuts after every 100 hours of operation. - Page 21 Checks 8.5.1 Hydraulic oil level Ventilation screw Oil sight glass When the oil sight glass is filled, the oil level is at its maximum. When the oil level is in the centre of the oil sight glass, the oil level is at its minimum. If this is the case, the hydraulic oil must be topped up immediately.
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Page 22: Maintenance
Disconnect the machine from the mains. Work on electrical equipment must only be carried out by qualified electricians. Never work without the protective guards in place. Only use original - POSCH - spare parts. Tool guide Apply grease with a brush. - Page 23 Maintenance Changing procedure: Ventilation screw Oil sight glass ▪ Retract the splitting blade before changing the oil. ▪ Remove the ventilation screw. ▪ Tip the machine backwards. ▪ Drain the old hydraulic oil into a container. ▪ Screw the oil drain screw back into the tank and fill with new hydraulic oil. ▪...
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Page 24: Cleaning
Maintenance Cleaning Before carrying out any cleaning work on the machine, the drive unit MUST be switched off! Disconnect the machine from the mains. Clean the machine regularly to ensure proper operation. Only wash new machines (during the first 3 months) with a sponge. ▪... -
Page 25: Additional Equipment
Additional equipment Additional equipment 10.1 Cross-type splitter The log is split into four parts in one splitting operation. For uniform billets up to a max. diameter of 30 - 35 cm. Not suitable for knotty or crooked wood. Cross-type splitter Splitting knife Timber retaining tip Mounting:... -
Page 26: Timber Support Table, Large
Additional equipment 2. Pull the timber retaining tip downwards out of the splitting knife. 3. Slide the special knife with rollers over the splitting knife. 4. Slide the timber retaining tip back into the splitting knife. 10.3 Timber support table, large Providing a convenient location to place the billets. -
Page 27: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Before carrying out any troubleshooting operations on the machine it is essential to switch the drive off. Disconnect the machine from the mains. Work on electrical equipment must only be carried out by qualified electricians. Fault Possible cause Remedy See page Electric motor fails to... -
Page 28: Technical Data
Technical data Technical data Type E5.5 E2.2 Drive Drive type Electric motor Electric motor Electric motor Output 5.5 S6 ** Voltage Fusing Motor speed 1440 2880 2890 pto speed Splitting system Splitting force Cylinder stroke Max. pressure Max. log length Max. -
Page 29: Service
Service Service POSCH product To order spare parts for your machine please contact your local dealer directly. -
Page 30: Ec Declaration Of Conformity
This Declaration is not valid for any modifications to the machine which are not approved by us. Log splitter - Log splitter 8 Item no.: M6140 , M6141 , M6142 Serial no.: from 1001001A To implement the health and safety requirements mentioned in the EC Directives, the following standards are applied: ▪... - Page 32 Your Posch-Dealer...
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