INTRODUCTION Thank you for your purchase of Könner & Söhnen products. This manual contains a brief description of safety, use and debugging. More information can be found on the official manufacturer’s website in the support section: ks-power.de/betriebsanleitungen. You can also go to the support section and download the full version of the manual by scanning the QR code, or on the website of the official importer of Könner &...
Do not use flammable solutions to clean the air filter. • The muffler and engine become very hot and can cause severe burns; do not touch them. SPECIFICATIONS Model KS 27THG 65/55 Engine power 6.5 HP Splitting force...
LOG SPLITTER OPERATION CHECKING THE FUEL LEVEL CHECKING THE FUEL LEVEL 1. Unscrew the fuel cap and check the fuel level in the tank. 2. Fill the fuel tank to the fuel filter level. 3. Tighten the fuel cap securely. Recommended fuel: Recommended fuel: only unleaded gasoline.
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Engine switch Close Open air damper fuel valve Close Open • Do not reach or step across the beam while the log splitter is running. This is a very UNSAFE method which WARNING! could cause personal injury or even death. •...
HOW TO SPLIT THE LOG WITH SLANTED SURFACE BEST WRONG BETTER STOPPING THE ENGINE STOPPING THE ENGINE To stop the engine, turn the switch to the “OFF” position. Turn the fuel valve to the “CLOSED” position. MACHINE COMPONENT DEFINITIONS 1). Coupler. Attaches the log splitter to your vehicle. Couplers vary with the market. 2).
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ASSEMBLY STEP 1: ASSEMBLE THE WHEEL STEP 1: ASSEMBLE THE WHEEL Fix the wheel to the oil tank by the slotted nut , cotter pin and attach the dust cap. STEP 2: ATTACH THE TOW BAR AND SUPPORT LEG STEP 2: ATTACH THE TOW BAR AND SUPPORT LEG For model with jockey wheel Fix the support outrigger leg to the tow bar using the catch pin, bolt M10X75,lock nut...
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STEP 4: ASSEMBLE THE REAR SUPPORT LEG STEP 4: ASSEMBLE THE REAR SUPPORT LEG Fix the rear outrigger leg to the tow bar using the catch pin, bolt M10, lock nut M10 and R pin. STEP 5: ATTACH THE HYDRAULIC CYLINDER STEP 5: ATTACH THE HYDRAULIC CYLINDER STEP 6: ATTACH THE CONTROL VALVE STEP 6: ATTACH THE CONTROL VALVE...
Attach the engine to the engine setting board using Attach all the hoses to the machine as shown below, hex bolt M8, the flat washer, lock washer, and lock including hydraulic oil hose A, oil hose B, oil hose C nut.
Cause Solution A-Insufficient oil in pump Check oil level in reservoir B-Air in oil Check oil level in reservoir C-Excessive pump inlet vacuum Check pump inlet hose for blockage or kinks D-Blocked hydraulic lines Flush and clean the splitter hydraulic system E-Blocked control valve Flush and clean the splitter hydraulic system F-Low control valve setting...
MAINTENANCE OF AIR FILTER MAINTENANCE OF AIR FILTER A dirty air filter restricts air flow into the carburetor, decreases engine performance and reduces log splitter performance. Check the air filter and clean it before every start. If the air filter is damaged, replace it. When working in extremely dirty conditions, clean the filter every 10 hours, otherwise replace paper it every 25 hours if needed.
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4. Measure the gap. It must be within a range of 0.7 – 0.8 mm. 5. In case of repeated use, the spark plug must be cleaned with a metal brush. After that set the correct gap. 6. Put the spark plug back in its place by means of a spark plug spanner. 7.
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CONTACTS Deutschland: DIMAX International GmbH Deutschland, Hauptstr. 134, 51143 Köln, www.ks-power.de Ihre Bestellungen Ihre Bestellungen orders@dimaxgroup.de Kundendienst, technische Kundendienst, technische Fragen und Unterstützung Fragen und Unterstützung support@dimaxgroup.de Garantie, Reparatur und Garantie, Reparatur und Service Service service@dimaxgroup.de Sonstiges Sonstiges info@dimaxgroup.de Polska: DIMAX International Poland Sp.z o.o.
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