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  • Page 2: Product Specifications

    5-Ton Electric Log Splitter - Owner's Manual PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Model Number WS5T Motor 120V ~ 60Hz 15A 1 3/4Hp IP54 Log Capacity Diameter * 50 ~ 250 mm Length 520 mm Splitting Force Hydraulic Pressure 20 MPa Hydraulic Oil Capacity 3.2L...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    5240-546 TABLE OF CONTENTS Product specifications …………………………………………1 Table of contents …………………………………………2 Safety warnings & cautions …………………………………………3 Application conditions …………………………………………5 Electrical requirements …………………………………………6 Set up and preparation for operation …………………………………………6 Wiring diagram …………………………………………7 Plumbing diagram …………………………………………7 Log splitter operation …………………………………………8 Freeing a jammed log …………………………………………9 Replacing hydraulic oil …………………………………………10...

  • Page 4: Safety Warnings & Cautions

    5-Ton Electric Log Splitter - Owner's Manual SAFETY WARNINGS & CAUTIONS Understand your log splitter Read and understand the owner's manual and labels affixed to the log splitter. Learn its application and limitations as well as the specific potential hazards peculiar to it. Drugs, alcohol and medication Do not operate the log splitter while under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or any medication that could affect your ability to use it properly.
  • Page 5 5240-546 Extension cords Improper use of extension cords may cause inefficient operation of the log splitter which can result in overheating. Be sure the extension cord is no longer than 10 m and its section is no less than 2.5mm² to allow sufficient current flow to the motor. Avoid use of free and inadequately insulated connections.

  • Page 6: Application Conditions

    5-Ton Electric Log Splitter - Owner's Manual Protect your hands Keep you hands away from splits and cracks which open in the log. They may close suddenly and crush or amputate your hands. Do not remove jammed logs with your hands. Don't force tool It will do a better and safer job at its designed rate.

  • Page 7: Electrical Requirements

    5240-546 ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS Connect the main leads to a standard 120V±10% (60Hz±1 Hz) electrical supply which has protection devices of under-voltage, over-voltage, over-current as well as a resid- ual current device (RCD) which maximum residual current rated at 0.03A. SET UP AND PREPARATION FOR OPERATION 1.

  • Page 8: Wiring Diagram

    5-Ton Electric Log Splitter - Owner's Manual Failure to loosen the bleed screw will keep the sealed air in hydraulic system being compressed after being decompressed. Such continu- ous air compression and decompression will blow out the seals of the hydraulic system and cause permanent damage to the log splitter.

  • Page 9: Log Splitter Operation

    5240-546 LOG SPLITTER OPERATION This log splitter is equipped with "ZHB" control system that requires it to be operated by both hands of the user. Left hand controls the hydraulic control lever while right hand controls the push-button switch. The log splitter will freeze upon absence of either hand.

  • Page 10: Freeing A Jammed Log

    5-Ton Electric Log Splitter - Owner's Manual Always set logs firmly on the log retaining plates and work table. Make sure logs will not twist, rock or slip while being split. Do not force the blade by splitting the log on the upper part. This will break the blade or damage the machine.

  • Page 11: Replacing Hydraulic Oil

    5240-546 REPLACING HYDRAULIC OIL Replace the Hydraulic oil in the log splitter after every 150 hours of use. Take following steps to replace it. • Make sure all moving parts stops and the log splitter is unplugged. • Unscrew Oil Drain Bolt with Dipstick to remove it. •...

  • Page 12: Sharpening Wedge

    5-Ton Electric Log Splitter - Owner's Manual SHARPENING WEDGE After using the log splitters for some time, sharpen the wedge of the log splitter using a fine-toothed file and smooth any burrs or crushed area along the cutting edge. TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Probable Cause Remedy Suggested...

  • Page 13: Warranty

    RADLEY 5-TON ELECTRIC LOG SPLITTER WARRANTY If this Radley tool fails due to a defect in material or workmanship within three years from the date of purchase, return it to any Home Hardware store with the original bill of sale for ex- change.

  • Page 14: Parts Schematic

    5-Ton Electric Log Splitter - Owner's Manual PARTS SCHEMATIC...

  • Page 15: Parts List

    5240-546 PARTS LIST WARNING: When servicing, use only original equipment replacement parts. The use of any other parts may create a safety hazard or cause damage to the log splitter. Any attempt to repair or replace electrical parts on this log splitter may create a safety hazard unless repairs are performed by a qualified technician.
  • Page 16 5-Ton Electric Log Splitter - Owner's Manual Description Qty. Description Qty. Steel Ball Seal FB11x26x7 Pressure Limited Nut, M8 Valve Spring Screw M8x35 Adjusting Screw Motor M8x8 Log Pusher Block Tum 17 Connection Fan Shroud Weldment Lock Washer, M5 Lower Plastic Insert Flat Washer, M5 Upper Plastic Insert Screw M5x10...
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