Last Updated on April 20, 2020 by Forest Master If the ram does not return after removing the Duocut blade. Loosen the 2 rear lock nuts on the carriage arms […]
FAQs
Ram does not return fully or returns jerkily – Moving carriage arms bent
Last Updated on April 20, 2020 by Forest Master Use the Ramstop to lock the ram in position about 150mm forward. Remove the 4 bolts holding the Duoct blade/pusher to […]
Ram does not return fully or returns jerkily – Sap on log bed
Last Updated on April 20, 2020 by Forest Master Check the log bed for a build up of sap. Apply a thin layer of grease to the bed.
Ram does not return fully or returns jerkily – Moving carriage is obstructed
Last Updated on September 2, 2021 by Forest Master Check underneath the blade/pusher and down the sides of the carriage, for any splinters of wood that may be obstructing the […]
Log splitter trips RCD or blows fuse each time it starts or after running for a short while – Pump gears jammed
Last Updated on April 20, 2020 by Forest Master Remove the 6 bolts from the pump and separate the motor and pump. Check the gears for any silicone sealant or […]
Log splitter trips RCD or blows fuse each time it starts or after running for a short while – Pump gears binding
Last Updated on April 20, 2020 by Forest Master Loosen each of the 6 bolts on the back of the pump by ¼ of a turn and check if the […]
Log splitter trips RCD or blows fuse each time it starts or after running for a short while – Operating lever loose or not bent correctly and therefore not operating valve correctly
Last Updated on April 20, 2020 by Forest Master Check that the nut securing the lever is fully tightened. Check that the face of the lever that operates the valve […]
Log splitter trips RCD or blows fuse each time it starts or after running for a short while – Motor jammed
Last Updated on April 20, 2020 by Forest Master Check motor turns freely, remove the black fan cover. It should be possible to turn the fan with slight pressure from […]
