Page 3 - GENERAL SAFETY RULES; READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
3 GENERAL SAFETY RULES n DISCONNECT TOOLS. When not in use, before servic- ing, or when changing attachments, blades, bits, cutters, etc., all tools should be disconnected from power source. n AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING. Be sure switch is off when plugging in any tool. n USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. ...
Page 5 - SYMBOLS
5 SYMBOLS Some of the following symbols may be used on this tool. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpreta-tion of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool better and safer. Read The Operator’s Manual Safety Alert SYMBOL NAME DESIGNATION/EXPLANATION Voltage Current Freque...
Page 6 - SERVICE; SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
6 SYMBOLS SERVICE Servicing requires extreme care and knowledge and should be performed only by a qualified service technician. For service we suggest you return the product to your nearest AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER for repair. When servic- ing, use only identical replacement parts. WARNING: SAVE TH...
Page 7 - ELECTRICAL; EXTENSION CORDS; ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
7 SPEED AND WIRING The speed is not constant and decreases under a load or with lower voltage. For voltage, the wiring in a shop is as important as the motor’s horsepower rating. A line intended only for lights cannot properly carry a power tool motor. Wire that is heavy enough for a short distance ...
Page 8 - FEATURES
8 FEATURES Fig. 2 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Hydraulic Cylinder Pressure ................................. 2320 psiOil Capacity ......................................... 118 oz. (3.7 quarts)Input ................................120 V, 60 Hz, AC only, 15 AmpsNet Weight` .....................................
Page 9 - ASSEMBLY; UNPACKING; ASSEMBLING THE WHEELS
9 ASSEMBLY UNPACKING This product has been shipped completely assembled. n Carefully remove the tool and any accessories from the box. Make sure that all items listed in the packing list are included. n Inspect the tool carefully to make sure no breakage or damage occurred during shipping. n Do not ...
Page 10 - BEFORE USING THE LOG SPLITTER; OPERATION
10 Fig. 4 WARNING: Do not allow familiarity with tools to make you care-less. Remember that a careless fraction of a second issufficient to inflict serious injury. WARNING: Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields when operating this tool. Failure to do so could result in objec...
Page 11 - STARTING THE LOG SPLITTER
11 OPERATION STARTING THE LOG SPLITTER See Figures 6 - 7. n Operator should be positioned at the rear of the log split- ter as shown in figure 7. n Place the left hand on the hydraulic control lever and the right hand on the on/off switch. n Push down and hold the on/off switch. n While continuing t...
Page 12 - FREEING A JAMMED LOG
12 Fig. 9 Fig. 10 Fig. 11 OPERATION WRONG RIGHT FREEING A JAMMED LOG See Figures 10 - 11. n Release both controls. n After the ram is back at the starting position, insert a wood wedge under the jammed log. n Start the log splitter to push the wood wedge completely under the jammed log. n If the log...
Page 13 - MAINTENANCE; GENERAL MAINTENANCE
13 MAINTENANCE WARNING: When servicing, use only identical Ryobi replacement parts. Use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause product damage. WARNING: Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields during power tool operation or when blowing dust. If operation is dusty, als...
Page 14 - TROUBLESHOOTING; PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION
14 TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Motor fails to start Won’t split logs Log mover jerks and vibrates Oil leaks around cylinder ram or from other points 1. Overload Protection Device is disengaged to protect the log splitter from being damaged. 1. Log is improperly positioned. 2. The...
Page 15 - NOTES
Page 16 - • MODEL NUMBER; OPERATOR’S MANUAL; ELECTRIC LOG SPLITTER
RYOBI TECHNOLOGIES, INC. 1428 Pearman Dairy Road, Anderson, SC 29625 Post Office Box 1207, Anderson, SC 29622-1207 Phone 1-800-860-4050 www.ryobitools.com 983000-588 11-04 • SERVICE Now that you have purchased your tool, should a need ever exist for repair parts or service, simply contact your neare...