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PROBLEM
Motor does not start
Fails to split logs
The log pusher moves
unevenly, making
unfamiliar noise or
vibrating a lot
Oil leaks around
cylinder ram or from
other points
PARTS DIAGRAM & PARTS LISTS
Refer to the Parts section of the King Canada web site for the most updated parts diagram and parts list.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
PROBABLE CAUSE
Overload protection device
disengaged to protect the log
splitter from being damaged.
Log is improperly positioned
The sizes or hardness of the log
exceeds the capacity of the machine.
Wedge cutting edge is blunt
Oil leaks
Unauthorized adjustment was made
on Max. Pressure Limiting Screw.
Lower max pressure rating was set
Lack of hydraulic oil and excessive
air in the hydraulic system
Air sealed in hydraulic system while
operating
Bleed screw is not tightened before
moving the log splitter
Oil drain bolt with dipstick is not tight Tighten the oil drain bolt with dipstick
Hydraulic control valve assembly
and/or seal(s) worn
REMEDY SUGGESTED
Let motor cool down, and push the
reset button of the overload protection
device to re-start the motor.
Refer to "Log splitter operation"
section for perfect log loading.
Reduce the log size before splitting it
on the log splitter.
Refer to "Sharpening wedge" section
to sharpen the cutting edge.
Locate leak(s)/contact service center.
Contact closest service center.
Check oil level for possible oil refilling.
Contact closest service center.
Loosen bleed screw by some rotations
before operating the log splitter
Tighten the bleed screw before moving
the log splitter
Contact closest service center.
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