Clarke Log Buster 3 User's Guide

OPERATION & MAINTENANCEINSTRUCTIONS10/08LOG SPLITTERMODEL NO: LOGBUSTER 6PART NO: 3402035

10ASSEMBLYFITTING THE CONTROL ARMS 1. Position the control lever into the side of the arm assembly as shown. • Make sure the control lever goes into

11FITTING THE SUPPORT TABLEThere are 3 positions available for the support table to accomodate different log lengths.1. Insert the support table arms

12OPERATIONPREPARATION• Plan your work before hand. Have your logs positioned where they can be easily reached. • Route the cord from the power source

13INSERT THE MAINS LEAD1. Insert the adapter plug into the socket shown on the right.2. Insert the mains plug into the mains power supply and switch o

14SPLITTING A LOGThis log splitter is designed to be operated by one person only and requires two handed operation by the user - 1. Place the log onto

15ADJUSTMENTSTO SET WEDGE RAM STROKEAdjusting the ram stroke will set the height which the ram will return to, when you release the control levers.1.

16MAINTENANCEHYDRAULIC OILThe hydraulic system is a closed system with an oil tank, oil pump and control valve.• Check the oil level regularly using t

17TROUBLESHOOTINGPROBLEM CAUSE REMEDYMotor does not start. No power being supplied Check mains fuseExtension lead is defective Unplug, check and repla

18SPECIFICATIONSLogbuster 6Electrical Supply 230V @ 50HzInput Wattage 3000 WPart Number3402035Maximum Force 5.5 tonnesIP Rating IP54Duty Cycle S6 40%

19DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

2INTRODUCTIONThank you for purchasing this CLARKE product.Before attempting to use this product, please read this manual thoroughly and follow the ins

3CONTENTSIntroduction ... 2Guarantee ...

4GENERAL SAFETY RULES WORK AREA 1. Keep the work area clean and well lit. Cluttered and dark areas invite accidents. 2. Do not operate log splitters i

5USAGE 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.2. Disconnect the plug fro

612. Never use the log splitter if it is damaged or if it needs servicing.13. Before starting work, check correct functioning of all the safety device

7SAFETY SYMBOLS

8ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONSConnect the mains lead to a standard, 230 Volt (50Hz) electrical supply through an approved 13 amp BS 1363 plug, or a suitably

9IDENTIFICATION OF PARTSNo Description Part number No Description Part number1 Ram travel adjusting rodLGLOGB601 10 Oil tank cover / air bleederLGLOGB