20” Log Splitter
(Model 38-610C)
Dated 12-15-01
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Part No. 1235600
Copyright © 2001 Delta Machinery
A Pentair Company
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
Power Source ............................................................ 6
Extension Cords ........................................................ 6
Grounding Instructions .............................................. 6
UNPACKING MACHINE
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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
Installing Leg Assembly ............................................. 8
Attaching Operating Lever ......................................... 8
Attaching Wheel Bracket ........................................... 8,9
OPERATING CONTROLS, MAINTENANCE,
AND ADJUSTMENTS
Starting and Stopping Machine Cycle ....................... 9
Maintaining Proper Oil Level ..................................... 9
Adjusting Air Bleed Screw ......................................... 10
OPERATION, SHIPPING, AND STORAGE
Splitting a Log ............................................................ 10
Transporting and Storing Log Splitter ........................ 10
ACCESSORIES, PARTS,
SERVICE, AND WARRANTY
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SAFETY RULES
As with all machinery there are certain hazards involved with operation and use of this machine. Using the machine with respect and caution will considerably lessen the possibility of personal injury. However, if normal safety precautions are overlooked or ignored, personal injury to the operator may result. This machine was designed for certain applications only. Delta Machinery strongly recommends that this machine NOT be modified and/or used for any application other than for which it was designed. If you have any questions relative to a particular application, DO NOT use the machine until you have first contacted Delta to determine if it can or should be performed on the product.
Technical Service Manager
505 Southgate Drive
Guelph, ONTARIO N1H 6M7
WARNING: FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE RULES MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY.
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For your own safety, read instruction manual
before operating the tool. Learn the tool’s application and limitations as well as the specific hazards peculiar to it.
2.
Keep guards in place and in working order.
3.
Always wear eye protection. Wear safety glasses.
Everyday eyeglasses only have impact resistant lenses; they are not safety glasses. Also use face or dust mask if cutting operation is dusty. These safety glasses must conform to ANSI Z87.1 requirements. Note: Approved glasses have Z87 printed or stamped on them.
4.
Remove adjusting keys and wrenches. Form a habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting wrenches are removed from tool before turning it “ON”.
5.
Keep work area clean. Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents.
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Don’t use in dangerous environment. Don’t use power tools in damp or wet locations, or expose them to rain. Keep work area well-lighted.
7.
Keep children and visitors away. All children and visitors should be kept a safe distance from work area.
8.
Make workshop childproof – with padlocks, master switches, or by removing starter keys.
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Don’t force tool. It will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.
10. Use the right tool. Don’t force tool or attachment to do a job fro which it was not designed.
11. Wear proper apparel. No loose clothing, gloves, neckties, rings, bracelets, or other jewelry to get caught in moving parts. Nonslip hard-toed footwear is recommended. Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.
12. Don’t overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
13. Maintain tools in top condition. Keep tools sharp and clean for best and safest performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories.
14. Disconnect tools before servicing.
15. Never stand on tool. Serious injury could occur if the tool is tipped or if the cutting tool is accidentally contacted.
16. Check damaged parts. Before futher use of the tool, a guard or other part that is damaged should be carefully checked to ensure that it will operate properly and perform its intended function - check for alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting, and any other conditions that may affect its operation. A guard or other part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced.
17. Stay alert, watch what you are doing, and use
common sense when operating a power tool. Do not use tool while tired or under the influence of drugs,
alcohol, or medication. A moment of inattentioin while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury.
18. Make sure tool is disconnected from power
supply while motor is being mounted, connected or reconnected.
19.
WARNING: Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other
construction activities contains chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Some examples of these chemicals are:
• Lead from lead-base paints
• Crystalline silica form bricks and cement and other masonry products.
• Arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated lumber.
Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you do this type of work. To reduce your exposure to these chemicals: work in a well ventilated area, and work with approved safety equipment, such as those dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Refer to them often and use them to instruct others.
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ADDITIONAL SAFETY RULES FOR LOG SPLITTERS
WARNING: DO NOT OPERATE YOUR LOG SPLITTER UNTIL IT IS COMPLETELY
ASSEMBLED AND INSTALLED ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS.
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If you are not thoroughly familiar with the operation of a log splitter, obtain advice form your supervisor, instructor or other qualified person.
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Make sure wiring codes and recommended electrical connection instructions are followed, and that the machine is properly grounded.
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Make all adjustments with the power off.
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Machine must be positioned on a solid work surface before using.
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Do not split wood larger than the recommended capacity. If jam should occur, release motor switch button and use pry bar to remove jammed log.
NEVER use your hands.
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Do not try to remove split logs until the unit has totally completed work cycle.
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Stack logs as you work. This will provide a safer, uncluttered work area.
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Disconnect machine from the power source when making repairs.
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Replace all guards after servicing.
10. Before leaving the machine, make sure the work area is clean.
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ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
Power Source
A seperate electrical circuit should be used for your tool. This circuit should not be less than #12 wire and should be protected with a 20 amp time lag fuse. Before connecting the motor to the power line, make sure the switch is in the “OFF” position and be sure the electric current is of the same characteristics as indicated on the tool. All line connections should make good contact.
Running on low voltage will damage the motor.
Extension Cords
Make sure your extension cord is in good condition an is a 12 gauge, 3-wire extension cord which has a 3-prong grounding type plug and matching receptacle which will accept the tool’s plug. When using an extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current of the tool. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage, resulting in loss of power and overheating.
Extension cords should be no longer than 100 ft.
WARNING: DO NOT EXPOSE THE TOOL TO RAIN OR OPERATE IN DAMP LOCATIONS.
Grounding Instructions
WARNING: THIS TOOL MUST BE GROUNDED WHILE IN USE TO PROTECT THE
OPERATOR FROM ELECTRIC SHOCK.
All grounded, cord-connected tools:
In the event of a malfunction or breakdown, grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric shock. This tool is equipped with an electric cord having an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into a matching outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances. Do not modify the plug provided - if it will not fit the outlet, have the proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.
Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in risk of electric shock. The conductor with insulation having an outer surface that is green with or without yellow stripes is the equipment-grounding conductor. If repair or replacement of the electric cord or plug is necessary, do not connect the equipment grounding conductor to a live terminal. Check with a qualified electrician or service personnel if the grounding instructions are not completely understood, or if in doubt as to whether the tool is properly grounded.
Figure 1
Grounded, cord-connected tools intended for use on a supply circuit having a nominal rating less than 150 volts will have a grounding plug similar to illustration.
Fig. 1
WARNING: IN ALL CASES, MAKE SURE THE RECEPTACLE IN QUESTION IS PROPERLY GROUNDED.
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UNPACKING THE MACHINE
Carefully unpack the Log Splitter from the shipping container. Check to see that you have all of the following items. Do not turn the machine ON if any of these items are missing. You may cause injury to yourself and / or damage the machine.
Figure 2
1. Basic Unit and Motor
2. Operating Lever
3. Hex Head Screws (2) and Lock Nuts (2)
4. Support Leg Assembly
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Fig. 2
5. Hex Wrench
6. Assembly/Adjustment Wrenches (2)
7. Wheel Bracket, Axle, and Wheels (2)
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: FOR YOUR SAFETY, DO NOT CONNECT THE LOG SPLITTER TO A POWER SOURCE UNTIL THE
TOOL IS COMPLETELY ASSEMBLED AND YOU READ AND UNDERSTAND THE ENTIRE INSTRUCTION MANUAL.
Installing Leg Assembly
Figure 3
Place packing block (A) under machine body for support. Insert two hex head screws thru leg mounting bracket (B). Attach leg assembly
(C). using two locking nuts
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Fig. 3
Figure 4
This view shows finished installation of leg assembly.
Fig. 4
Attaching Operating Lever
Figure 5
Place supplied hex wrench (A) into operating lever hub (B). Rotate hub clockwise until operating lever (C) can be threaded into the hub. See (D) in Fig. 6.
Attaching Wheel Bracket
Figure 6
With supplied wrenches, remove cap nuts (A) prior to wheel bracket assembly.
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Fig. 5
Fig. 6
Figure 7
Mount wheel bracket assembly on the log splitter and attach using the two cap nuts (A).
Tighten with supplied wrenches.
OPERATING CONTROLS,
MAINTENANCE AND
ADJUSTMENTS
Starting and Stopping Machine Cycle
Figure 8
To start the cycle, depress the motor start switch (A). When the motor is up to speed, depress the operating lever (B). The log ram (C) will push the log into splitting wedge. To complete the cycle, release lever (B) until ram retracts. Then release motor switch (A).
Maintaining Proper Oil Level
NOTE: As with all hydraulic equipment, a certain amount of oil seepage is common. Do not be alarmed if this is noticed. This oil assures that the ram and other components are properly lubricated during operation and storage. Always check oil level before using splitter.
Figure 9
With log splitter raised 90 degrees to the work surface, unscrew the dip stick (A) and remove.
Figure 10
Clean the dip stick and insert in oil cylinder (A).
Remove again and make sure oil level is between the two marks (B) on the dip stick. If unit needs oil, use only clean, high quality hydraulic oil specifically made for this type of use (such as Mobile DTE 24).
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Fig. 10
Adjusting Air Bleed Screw
Figure 11
Before operating the log splitter, loosen the bleed screw (A) three to four turns. Retighten bleed screw before moving or storing log splitter to avoid oil leakage.
OPERATION, SHIPPING,
AND STORAGE
Splitting a Log
Figure 12
The log splitting operation requires use of both hands on the controls, keeping them away from the splitting action. Load a log, no larger than
12” x 20”, onto the log guides (A) and up against the splitting wedge (B).
Figure 13
When it is safe to do so, depress the motor start switch (A) with on hand. Wait until the motor is up to speed, then depress the operating lever
(B). The log ram (C) will make contact with the log and compress it against the wedge.
NOTE: Both hands are on the controls.
Figure 14
This view shows the wedge (A) splitting log in half. Once the log is split, release the operating handle and the motor start switch. The log ram will retract.
Transporting and Storing Log Splitter
Retighten bleed screw as per Fig. 11. It is also recommended that you remove the operating lever to avoid breakage.
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Fig. 11
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ACCESSORIES
A complete line of accessories is available from your Delta Supplier, Porter-Cable /
Delta Factory Service Centers and Delta Authorized Service Stations. Please visit our Web Site www.deltamachinery.com for a catalog or for the name of your nearest supplier.
WARNING: Since accessories other than those offered by Delta have not been tested with this product, use of such accessories could be hazardous.
For safest operation, only Delta recommended accessories should be used with this product.
PARTS, SERVICE, AND WARRANTY ASSISTANCE
All Delta Machines and accessories are manufactured to high quality standards and are serviced by a network of Porter-Cable / Delta Factory Service Centers and Delta
Authorized Service Stations. To obtain additional information regarding your Delta quality product or to obtain accessories, parts, service, warranty assistance, or the location of the nearest service outlet, please call 1-800-463-3582.
Two Year Limited Warranty
Delta will repair or replace, at its expense and at its option, any Delta machine, machine part, or machine accessory which in normal use has proven to be defective in workmanship or material, provided that the customer returns the product prepaid to a Delta factory service center or authorized service station with proof of purchase of the product within two years and provides Delta with reasonable opportunity to verify the alleged defect by inspection. Delta may require that electric motors be returned prepaid to a motor manufacturer’s authorized station for inspection and repair or replacement. Delta will not be responsible for any asserted defect which has resulted from normal wear, misuse, abuse or repair or alteration made or specifically authorized by anyone other than an authorized Delta Service facility or representative. Under no circumstances will Delta be liable for incidental or consequential damages resulting from defective products. This warranty is Delta’s sole warranty and sets forth the customer’s exclusive remedy, with respect to defective products; all other warranties, express or implied, whether of merchantability, fitness for purpose, or otherwise, are expressly disclaimed by Delta.
