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- Page 1 Operator’s ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY CLOTHING IN CONJUNCTION WITH HAND, EYE, HEARING AND FOOT PROTECTION TO Handbook HSE/EN SPECIFICATIONS portek.co.uk...
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Page 2: Safety Information
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE Please refer to the safety instructions, assembly instructions and parts list before setting-up, operating, maintaining and cleaning the Charger Logsplitter. Keep this Instruction Manual safe so you may refer to it at any time. -
Page 3: Important Safety Information
If there is any doubt about this do not operate the Charger Logsplitter. 12. MAINTENANCE. For your own safety, the care and maintenance of the Charger Logsplitter should be on a regular basis. 13. WARNING! When operating, all persons, apart from operator, should keep at least 5m away from the Charger machine, to avoid injuries by wood or debris. - Page 4 Setting up Remove the Charger from the packaging - the unit is heavy so a 2 person lift is required. Operating Handle 1 Operating Handle 2 Attach the operating levers to the outside of the arms as shown using the 4 bolts, washers and nuts supplied. Ensure...
- Page 5 For best operation the Front Support should be fixed to the ground to ensure stability. Check all moving parts are attached and fixed securely. Please check your Charger Logsplitter and contact your supplier immediately if any parts are incomplete or if you are unsure.
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Page 6: Operation
Operation IMPORTANT OPERATING PROCEDURE NEVER OPERATE THE CHARGER FROM THE SIDE Plug the Charger into power supply. Use of a circuit protection breaker is recommended. When placing a log onto the Charger, ensure it is positioned length-ways and not horizontally... - Page 7 Operation Pull handle FIRMLY towards you and HOLD Push handle forward swiftly and firmly and HOLD The ram will move forward and drive the log on to the splitting wedge Once log is split, REVERSE the sequence to retract the ram NOTE: If the handles are suddenly released there is a mechanism to help prevent injury.
- Page 8 Operation IF THE LOG IS SPLIT AND THE RAM IS RETURNED TO THE START POSITION Remove split pieces carefully and repeat operation for next log IF LOG IS SPLIT BUT RAM DOES NOT RETURN Clean and clear the surface below the ram from debris IF LOG IS TOO KNOTTY AND DOES NOT SPLIT FIRST TIME...
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Page 9: Maintenance And Specifications
Maintenance and Specifications Before performing any maintenance procedure or inspection, stop the motor and unplug the power cord. Wipe down & clean the machine before storing in a dry, safe place. 1. Every time before use, check all the nuts and bolts have been fastened, ensure the machine is in good condition before using. -
Page 10: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Symptom Possible Cause Motor does not run Splitter unplugged; plug in Splitter. Machine electric cable may be damaged - do not use until unit is checked by competent electrician. The motor Reset has tripped; push the Reset Button. If the above causes are not the problem, a circuit breaker might need to be reset; Reset Circuit Breaker. -
Page 11: Parts List
Log Guide Front Lifting Handle Please contact Portek Ltd for spare parts availability. Any attempt to repair or indication of the guards having been removed to repair will invalidate the warranty. Contact Portek in the first instance if a problem occurs. -
Page 12: Ce Certificate Of Conformity
Portek Ltd, Bryn Hall, Knolton Bryn, Overton on Dee,Wrexham, LL13 0LF declare that, in accordance to the following directives: 2006/42/EC (Machinery Directive) 2004/108/EC (EMC Directive) the “Charger 8.5” has been designed to comply with the relevant sections of the below BS EN ISO standards: 12100-2: 2010 14121-1: 2007...
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