OPERATOR'S MANUAL ELECTRIC LOG SPLITTER RY49701 Your Log Splitter has been engineered and manufactured to Ryobi's high standard for dependability, ease of operation, and operator safety. When properly cared for, it will give you years of rugged, trouble-free performance. WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the operator's manual before using this product. Thank you for buying a Ryobi product. SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE TABLE OF CONTENTS n Introduction ...................................................................................................................................................................... 2 n General Safety Rules .....................................................................................................................................................3-4 n Specific Safety Rules........................................................................................................................................................ 4 n Symbols.........................................................................................................................................................................5-6 n Electrical ........................................................................................................................................................................... 7 n Features............................................................................................................................................................................ 8 n Assembly .......................................................................................................................................................................... 9 n Operation...................................................................................................................................................................10-12 n Maintenance ................................................................................................................................................................... 13 n Troubleshooting .............................................................................................................................................................. 14 n Parts Ordering / Service ................................................................................................................................................. 16 INTRODUCTION This tool has many features for making its use more pleasant and enjoyable. Safety, performance, and dependability have been given top priority in the design of this product making it easy to maintain and operate. 2 GENERAL SAFETY RULES WARNING: Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions listed below, may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury. n DISCONNECT TOOLS. When not in use, before servicing, 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. Consult the operator's manual for recommended accessories. The use of improper accessories may result in injury. n NEVER STAND ON TOOL. Serious injury could occur if the tool is tipped. n CHECK DAMAGED PARTS. Before further use of the tool, a guard or other part that is damaged should be carefully checked to determine 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 must be properly repaired or replaced by an authorized service center to avoid risk of personal injury. n USE THE RIGHT DIRECTION OF FEED. Feed work into a blade, cutter, or sanding spindle against the direction or rotation of the blade, cutter, or sanding spindle only. n NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING UNATTENDED. TURN THE POWER OFF. Don't leave tool until it comes to a complete stop. n PROTECT YOUR LUNGS. Wear a face or dust mask if the cutting operation is dusty. n PROTECT YOUR HEARING. Wear hearing protection during extended periods of operation. n DO NOT ABUSE CORD. Never carry tool by the cord or yank it to disconnect from receptacle. Keep cord from heat, oil, and sharp edges. n USE OUTDOOR EXTENSION CORDS. When tool is used outdoors, use only extension cords with approved ground connection that are intended for use outdoors and so marked. n NEVER USE IN AN EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERE. Normal sparking of the motor could ignite fumes. n INSPECT TOOL CORDS PERIODICALLY. If damaged, have repaired by a qualified service technician at an authorized service facility. 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. Repair or replace a damaged or worn cord immediately. Stay constantly aware of cord location and keep it well away from the rotating blade. n INSPECT EXTENSION CORDS PERIODICALLY and replace if damaged. n KEEP TOOL DRY, CLEAN, AND FREE FROM OIL AND GREASE. Always use a clean cloth when cleaning. Never use brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-based products, or any solvents to clean tool. n STAY ALERT AND EXERCISE CONTROL. Watch what you are doing and use common sense. Do not operate tool when you are tired. Do not rush. 3 READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS n KNOW YOUR POWER TOOL. Read the operator's manual carefully. Learn the applications and limitations as well as the specific potential hazards related to this tool. n GUARD AGAINST ELECTRICAL SHOCK BY PREVENTING BODY CONTACT WITH GROUNDED SURFACES. For example: pipes, radiators, ranges, refrigerator enclosures. n KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in good working order. n REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES. Form habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting wrenches are removed from tool before turning it on. n KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents. DO NOT leave tools or pieces of wood on the tool while it is in operation. n DO NOT USE IN DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENTS. Do not use power tools in damp or wet locations or expose to rain. Keep the work area well lit. n KEEP CHILDREN AND VISITORS AWAY. All visitors should wear safety glasses and be kept a safe distance from work area. Do not let visitors contact tool or extension cord while operating. n MAKE WORKSHOP CHILDPROOF with padlocks, master switches, or by removing starter keys. n DON'T FORCE THE TOOL. It will do the job better and safer at the feed rate for which it was designed. n USE THE RIGHT TOOL. Do not force the tool or attachment to do a job for which it was not designed. n USE THE PROPER EXTENSION CORD. Make sure your extension cord is in good condition. Use only a cord heavy enough to carry the current your product will draw. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating. A wire gauge size (A.W.G.) of at least 14 is recommended for an extension cord 25 feet or less in length. If in doubt, use the next heavier gauge. The smaller the gauge number, the heavier the cord. n DRESS PROPERLY. Do not wear loose clothing, neckties, or jewelry that can get caught and draw you into moving parts. Rubber gloves and nonskid footwear are recommended when working outdoors. Also wear protective hair covering to contain long hair. n ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES WITH SIDE SHIELDS. Everyday eyeglasses have only impactresistant lenses, they are NOT safety glasses. n SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to hold work when practical, it is safer than using your hand and frees both hands to operate the tool. n DO NOT OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. n MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools sharp and clean for better and safer performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories. GENERAL SAFETY RULES n DO NOT USE TOOL IF SWITCH DOES NOT TURN IT ON AND OFF. Have defective switches replaced by an authorized service center. n DO NOT OPERATE A TOOL WHILE UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF DRUGS, ALCOHOL, OR ANY MEDICATION. n ALWAYS carry the tool only by the carrying handle. n USE ONLY RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES listed in this manual or addendums. Use of accessories that are not listed may cause the risk of personal injury. Instructions for safe use of accessories are included with the accessory. n TOOL SERVICE MUST BE PERFORMED ONLY BY QUALIFIED REPAIR PERSONNEL. Service or maintenance performed by unqualified personal could result in a risk of injury. n WHEN SERVICING use only identical replacement parts. Use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause product damage. n ALWAYS STAY ALERT! Do not allow familiarity (gained from frequent use of your tool) to cause a careless mistake. ALWAYS REMEMBER that a careless fraction of a second is sufficient to inflict severe injury. n MAKE SURE THE WORK AREA HAS AMPLE LIGHTING to see the work and that no obstructions will interfere with safe operation BEFORE performing any work using your tool. n ALWAYS TURN OFF THE TOOL before disconnecting it to avoid accidental starting when reconnecting to power supply. NEVER leave the tool unattended while connected to a power source. SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES n DO NOT ALLOW anyone to operate the log splitter who has not read the operator's manual or has not been instructed on the safe use of the splitter. n NEVER ALLOW CHILDREN OR UNTRAINED ADULTS TO OPERATE THIS MACHINE. n IF SOMEONE is helping load logs to be split, DO NOT start the machine until that person is clear of the area. n NEVER ALLOW ANYONE TO RIDE ON THE MACHINE. n NEVER TRANSPORT ANYTHING OR ANYONE ON THE LOG SPLITTER. n HIGH FLUID PRESSURES ARE DEVELOPED IN HYDRAULIC LOG SPLITTERS. Pressurized hydraulic fluid escaping through a pin hole opening can puncture skin and cause severe blood poisoning. Heed the following instructions at all times: a) Do not operate the machine with frayed, kinked, cracked, or damaged hoses, fittings, or tubing. b) Stop the engine and relieve hydraulic system pressure before changing or adjusting fittings, hoses, tubing, or other system components. c) Do not adjust the pressure settings of the pump or value. d) Never use your hand. Leaks can be located by passing cardboard or wood over the suspected area. Look for discoloration. If injured by escaping fluid, see a doctor at once. Serious infection or reaction can develop if proper medical treatment is not administered immediately. n KEEP THE OPERATOR ZONE and adjacent area clear for safe, secure footing. n LOG SPLITTERS SHOULD BE USED ONLY for splitting wood. DO NOT use for other purposes unless the manufacturer provides attachments and instructions. n MAKE SURE THE LOG SPLITTER is on a level surface. Block the splitter as required to prevent unintended movement. n ALWAYS OPERATE the splitter from the manufacturer's indicated operator zone. 4 n LOGS TO BE SPLIT ON RAM-TYPE UNITS should be cut as squarely as possible. n THE MACHINE OWNER should instruct anyone assisting him or her in safe log splitting operation. n ALWAYS operate the log splitter with all safety equipment in place and all controls properly adjusted for safe operation. n ALWAYS operate the log splitter at manufacturer's recommended speed. n WHEN LOADING a ram-type log splitter, place your hands on the sides of the log not at the ends. NEVER place your hands or any part of your body between a log and any part of the log splitter. n ON RAM-TYPE log splitters, NEVER attempt to split more than one (1) log at a time unless the ram has been fully extended and a second log is needed to complete the separation of the first log. n ON RAM-TYPE log splitters on which the logs are not square, the longest portion of the log should be rotated down and the most square end placed against the ram. n CLEAR DEBRIS from moving parts but only when the power source is shut off. n USE ONLY YOUR HAND TO OPERATE THE LOG SPLITTER CONTROLS. n ALWAYS UNPLUG FROM THE POWER SOURCE while repairing or adjusting the splitter except as recommended by the manufacturer. n CIRCUIT CAPACITY AND FUSES: a) Use only an electrical circuit having adequate capacity as recommended by the log splitter manufacturer. b) "Blowing" a fuse or tripping a circuit breaker is usually a warning that you are overloading the machine or have too many devices taking power from the circuit, or both. Do not install a higher capacity fuse! n LEARN AND UNDERSTAND all controls and the proper use of the equipment. n SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. Refer to them frequently and use to instruct other users. If you loan someone this tool, loan them these instructions also. SYMBOLS Some of the following symbols may be used on this tool. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper inter ...