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USER MANUAL LHS 6000 AL-KO

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INFORMATION | MANUALS | SERVICE

HOLZSPALTER

LHS 5500 / LHS 6000 / LHS 7000

Betriebsanleitung

© Copyright 2010

AL-KO KOBER GROUP Kötz, Germany

This documentation or excerpts therefrom may not be reproduced or disclosed to third parties without the express permission of the AL-KO KOBER GROUP.

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LHS 5500 LHS 6000, LHS 7000

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TypArt. Nr.	LHS 5500112 424	LHS 6000112 427	LHS 7000112 428
	230 V~/ 50 Hz 230 V~/ 50 Hz 400 V 3~/ 50 Hz
	3000 W S6 40% 3000 W S6 40% 3500 W S6 40%
	max. 5,5 t max. 6 t max. 7 t
	max. 320 mm max. 320 mm max. 320 mm
	max. 570/810/1050 mm max. 550/1050 mm max. 550/1050 mm
	23,2 MPa (232 bar) 22,4 MPa (224 bar) 26,2 MPa (262 bar)
	4 | 5,5 | 5,5 |
	max. 30 s max. 33 s max. 33 s
	II / IP 54 II / IP 54 II / IP 54
	114 kg 135 kg 133 kg

Sicherheitshinweise

Read the operating manual and adhere to the instructions therein at all times.

Retain the manual for later use and pass on to the future owner in the case of resale of the unit.

Observe all safety and warning instructions on the unit.

Technical data relating to your log splitter can be found at the beginning of the operating manual.

Symbols

On the unit

Read the operating manual before start-up

Ensure that other persons are kept out of the danger zone when starting the unit

Warning! Danger! Keep hands away from the split- ting wedge

Pull out the mains power plug prior to all service and maintenance work

When transporting, move the splitting blade right down and tie the operating levers together.

Wear protective gloves

Wear safety shoes

Wear eye protection

Warning!

Protection class criteria can only be maintained if original insulation material is used (in cases where repairs are necessary) and insulation distances are not changed.

In this operating manual

Caution!

Indicates working and operating procedures that must be strictly adhered to rule out any risk to persons.

Warning!

Contains information that must be observed to prevent damage to the unit.

Note:

Indicates technical requirements that should be given particular attention.

General safety instructions

Children, adolescents under 18 years of age and persons under the influence of alcohol, drugs or medicaments are prohibited from using the unit. Local regulations will indicate the minimum legal age requirements governing the user.

Accident prevention regulations must be observed.

Safety measures

Only one person is permitted to operate the log splitter.

Safety shoes, protective gloves and eye protection should be worn. A risk of injury exists emanating from timber splinters.

Clothing should be practical (close fitting) and should not hinder the wearer. A hair net must be worn to retain long hair.

Never reach into active range of the moving splitting wedge.

The log splitter should only be operated when it is assembled completely and both the log splitter and connection cable are free of damage.

Damaged protective fittings should only be replaced by a specialist firm or workshop.

The log splitter should only be operated with original spare parts.

The log splitter should be disconnected from the mains power supply for:

- service work

- adjustment work

- transportation

- brief work interruptions.

Repairs to the log splitter should only be realised by a specialist firm or workshop.

An operationally-ready log splitter should not be left unsupervised.

Do not operate the log splitter if uninvolved persons are in the close vicinity.

The log splitter should not be operated in rain or left exposed to rain or water splashes.

There is a risk emanating from electrical current.

No other persons should be present within the working area of the log splitter. Special heed should be paid to children and animals.

The user of the unit bears responsibility for accidents involving other persons or their property. The working area should be kept free of timber pieces and other objects – risk of stumbling.

Safety equipment

Motor circuit breaker

The motor circuit breaker switches the motor off in the event of overloading of the log splitter. The motor circuit breaker function should not be deactivated.

Proceed as follows if the motor circuit breaker deactivates the log splitter:

1. Disconnect the log splitter from the mains power supply.
2. Remedy the cause of overloading.
3. Re-establish the power connection after allowing the unit to cool for several minutes and switch on the log splitter.

Connection cable

Only rubber cable complying with the H07RN-F quality standard stipulated in VDE 0282 Part 14 with a wire cross section of min. 2.5 mm ^2 should be used.

The max. permissible cable length is 10 m. A longer cable impairs the motor performance and, consequently, the function of the log splitter.

The connection cable, plug and connection socket should be free of damage.

Repairs to the connection cable, plug and connection socket should only be realised by a specialist electrical firm or workshop. A defective connection cable (e.g. with cracks, cuts or bends in the insulation) should not be used.

Plug connections should not be exposed to damp or water.

Caution!

Do not damage or sever the connection cable.

Proceed as follows in case of damage:

1. Disconnect the connection cable immediately from the mains power supply.

Electrical requirements:

LHS 5500, LHS 6000 models

• 230 V/50 Hz current
• Min. connection cable cross section = 2.5 mm ^2
• Min. mains connection fuse protection = 16 A

LHS 7000 model

• 400 V 3\~/50 Hz three-phase current
• Mains connection and connection cable 5-wire: 3P+N+SL
• Min. connection cable cross section = 2.5 mm ^2
• Mains connection fuse protection = 16 A
• Direction of rotation of motor: in direction of arrow (arrow on fan cover).

The direction of rotation should be checked after every new power connection.

Correct use

The log splitter is designed for private use in the home and garden.

The log splitter is designed exclusively for the following applications:

- Splitting freshly-cut timber that does not exceed the dimensions specified in the technical data.

Incorrect use

• Splitting of timber containing metal components such as nails, wire, metal braces, etc. is prohibited
  – Operation in potentially-explosive atmospheres is not permitted
• Any other utilisation above or beyond correct use is prohibited.

Unit description (Illus. A)

1 Transportation handle
2 Splitting blade
3 Control arms with levers and hand guards
4 Splitting table
5 Hydraulic oil tank
6 Stand feet
7 Motor
8 Switch/Plug socket combination
9 Splitter column
10 Swivel table
11 Engaging lever on swivel table
12 Splitting cross
13 Securing rubber bands

Unpacking/Assembly

Caution!

The log splitter should only be used when all its component parts have been completely assembled.

1. Check the package contents (Illus. A). Inform the dealer if deficiencies are detected.

Note:

Tools required for assembly are depicted in Illus. C. These are not included in the scope of delivery.

Mounting the control arms

1. Grease the control arm bearing position top and bottom (Illus. 2).
2. Insert the control arm and tube in the transverse connection recess (Illus. 2).
3. Insert the retaining pin from above past the tube to the left and secure below with the washer and split pin (Illus. 3).

Adjusting the retaining claws

The retaining claws can be adjusted to suit the diameter of the timber. They should be set to the same dimension on both sides.

1. Loosen the star grip on the retaining claw and adjust longitudinally to suit the timber diameter (Illus. 4).
2. Tighten the star grip firmly again.

Mounting the splitting cross

1. Screw the fixing screw (Illus. 5-1) somewhat into the splitting cross.
2. Mount the splitting cross and screw the fixing screw into the recess in the splitting blade to draw the splitting cross upwards completely.
3. Secure in the end position with the locking nut (Illus. 5-2).

Mains connection

The power supply is established via a switch/plug socket combination (Illus. A-8).

The switch is fitted with an integrated undervoltage release. This prevents the motor from starting again spontaneously in the event of a power cut. The motor can only be restarted by pressing the green activation button.

1. Plug the connection cable into the unit.
2. Connect the cable to the mains supply.

Note:

Check the direction of rotation of the motor in the case of a log splitter with a three-phase current motor (LHS 7000). The direction of rotation should correspond to the arrow on the fan cover. A polarity reversal should be realised in the plug with the phase inverter if this is not the case.

Warning!

An incorrect direction of rotation will damage the hydraulic pump.

Plug polarity reversal

1. Press in the phase inverter in the plug with a straight screwdriver and turn through 90° (see Illus. 6).
2. Establish the power supply and check the direction of rotation of the motor again.

Operation

Caution!

The log splitter should not be operated if components (e.g. the protective hoops) are missing or defective or the connection cable is damaged.

Prior to every use

1. Conduct a visual inspection of the log splitter.
2. The log splitter should not be operated if components are missing, defective or loose.
3. Visually inspect the connection cable. A defective connection cable (e.g. with cracks, cuts, crushing damage or bends in the insulation) should not be used.
4. Visually inspect the hydraulic components for leaks.

Log splitter start-up

Caution!

The log splitter should only be used by one person.

1. Position the log splitter horizontally on a level, firm surface.
   Do not deposit the log splitter on the connection cable!
2. Lay the connection cable so that it cannot be damaged by bending, crushing or otherwise.

3. Loosen the star grips from the housing, unfold the feet outwards, securing them with the star grips.

4. Set the splitting table at the level of the timber to be split (see Illus. 7). The splitting table should engage securely and be horizontal.

5. In the case of the LHS 6000, LHS 7000 model, the swivel table can be swivelled inwards or outwards. The table has to be secured with the engaging lever when swivelled inwards (see Illus. 8).

Warning!

The splitting column moves automatically to the upper end position when the motor is switched on if the column is in the lowermost end position.

1. Unscrew the oil inspection rod by 2 turns.
2. Switch on the motor by pressing the green activation button.
3. Adjust the splitting column stroke if necessary (see Stroke limitation).
4. Position the piece of timber on the splitting table and secure with the retaining claws.
5. Press both control levers downwards. The splitting process commences.
6. Raise both control levers when the splitting process is completed to allow the splitting column to move upwards.

Caution!

The split timber should only be removed from the splitting table when the splitting column is in the upper end position.

Note:

Grease the splitting blade lightly when splitting extremely tough timber.

Stroke limitation

1. Position a piece of timber on the splitting table.
2. Press both control levers and move the splitting blade until it approaches to within 2 cm.
3. Release one control lever and switch off the motor. The splitting blade remains stationary in this position.
4. Release the fixing screw (Illus. 9-2), draw the stroke rod (Illus. 9-1) completely upwards and tighten the fixing screw firmly.

Transportation

1. Move the splitting blade completely downwards and switch off the motor.

Caution!

Pull out the unit plug prior to every change of location.

Warning!

The oil inspection rod must be screwed firmly if the log splitter is to be transported, as hydraulic oil will otherwise leak out.

1. Loosen the star grip on stand feet then fold the feet inwards and secure with a star grip.
2. Secure both the control levers at the front with a rubber band (see Illus. 10).
3. Tilt the splitter slightly to the rear with the hoop on the splitting column until the wheels are resting on the ground. The log splitter can be easily transported in this position.

Maintenance and care

Caution!

Switch off the log splitter and disconnect from the mains power supply prior to each working operation with the log splitter. Repairs to the log splitter should only be realised by a specialist firm or workshop.

Caring for the log splitter

Lubricating the splitting column

1. The splitting column should be lubricated with grease free of resin or acid before every use. This increases the service life of the sliding jaws.

Maintenance work

Sharpening the splitting wedge

1. The splitting wedge should be sharpened with a suitable file if necessary.

Checking the hydraulic oil filling level

Note:

Always check the hydraulic oil when the splitting column is moved inwards. The log splitter should be in a horizontal position.

1. Unscrew the oil inspection rod and wipe with a clean, lint-free cloth.

2. Insert the oil inspection rod (do not screw it in) and pull out again. The oil level should be between the markings "min" and "max" (see Illus. 11). Top up the hydraulic oil if necessary.

3. Check the seals (Illus. 11-1) for damage and replace if necessary.

Warning!

Refill only with viscosity class HLP 46 hydraulic oil.

An oil change is not necessary.

Malfunctions

Switch off the log splitter and pull out the mains power plug in the event of malfunctions occurring. Engage a specialist firm or workshop to remedy malfunctions that cannot be rectified on the basis of the following table.

Malfunction	Cause	Remedy
The splitting column does not move out/inToo little hydraulic oil Top	Motor rotation direction is incorrect (in case of LHS 7000)	Check direction of rotation
	up hydraulic oil
The splitting blade does not exert any forceTrigger rod is bent	Too little hydraulic oil Top up hydraulic oil	oil
	Have checked by specialist workshop
Motor does not start	Thermostatic switch has tripped Wait until the motor has cooled down.
	The mains plug or socket is defective Have checked by electrical specialist
	Cable defective Replace
Hydraulic pump makes a whistling noise, the splitting column moves with a jerking motion	Too little hydraulic oil Top up hydraulic oil
The green activation button does not engage after pressing	No neutral conductor connected	Have cable and electrical power mains checked by electrical specialist
	Defective fuse (only in case of LHS 7000)
	A phase is missing (only in case of LHS 7000)	Have cable checked by electrical specialist
	Switch is defective	Replace
Motor becomes excessively hot	Cable cross section is too small	Use cable with larger cross section
	A phase is missing (only in case of LHS 7000)	Have cable and electrical power mains checked by electrical specialist

Environmental protection, disposal

Do not dispose of old units in household waste!

The packaging, unit and accessories are made of materials that can be recycled and should be disposed of in a suitable manner.

Accessories

See Illus. B for available accessories for all log splitters.

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LHS 7000

SB1 KM FR1 FR2 SB2 M FR1 FR2 M

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Garantie

EC declaration of conformity

We hereby declare that this product, in the form in which it is marketed, meets the requirements of the harmonised EU guidelines, EU safety standards, and the product-specific standards.

Product

Log splitter

Serial number

G4064065

Manufacturer

AL-KO Geräte GmbH

Ichenhauser Str. 14

89359 KOETZ

DEUTSCHLAND

Executive Officer

Anton Eberle

Ichenhauser Str. 14

89359 KOETZ

DEUTSCHLAND

Model

LHS 5500

LHS 6000

LHS 7000

EU directives

2006/42/EG (2009-12-29 ...)

2006/95/EG

2004/108/EG

2000/14/EG (13)

Harmonised standards

EN 60335-1; VDE 0700-1:2007-02

EN 60204-1; VDE 0113-1:2007-06

EN 60204-1/A1; VDE 0113-1/A1:2008-01

EN 609-1:1999-05

EN 609-1/A1:2004-05

EN 609-1/A2:2008-04

Sound power level

measured / guaranteed

86 / 88 dB(A)

Conformity evaluation

2000 /14/EG

Appendix VI

Kötz, 2010-02-03

Antonio De Filippo, Managing Director

Warranty

If any material or manufacturing defects are found during the statutory customer protection period, we will either repair or replace the equipment, whichever we consider the more appropriate. This statutory period may vary according to the legislation in force in the country where the equipment was purchased.

Our warranty is valid only if: The warranty is no longer valid if:

The equipment has been used properly ■

The operating instructions have been followed ■

Genuine replacement parts have been used ■

The equipment has been tampered with ■

Technical modifications have been made ■

The trimmer was not used for its intended purpose (for example, used for commercial or communal applications)

The following are not covered by warranty:

Paint damage due to normal wear ■

Wear parts identified by a border ■ XXX (X) on the spare parts list

Combustion motors – these are covered by a separate warranty from the manufacturer concerned ■

To make a claim under warranty, please take this statement of warranty and proof of purchase to the nearest authorised customer service centre. This warranty does not affect the usual statutory rights of the customer relative to the seller.

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A	AL-KO Kober Ges.m.b.H.	(+43) 3578/2515227	(+43) 3578/251538
AUS	AL-KO International PTY. LTD	(+61) 3/9767-3700	(+61) 3/9767-3799
B / L	Eurogarden NV	(+32) 16/805427	(+32) 16/805425
BG	Valerii S&M Group SJ	([phone]	([phone]
CH	AL-KO Kober AG	(+41) 56/4183150	(+41) 56/4183160
CZ	AL-KO Kober Spol.sr.o.	(+420) 382/210381	(+420) 382/212782
D	AL-KO Geräte GmbH	(+49) 8221/203-0	(+49) 8221/203-138
DK	AL-KO Ginge A/S	([phone]	([phone]
EST/LT/LV	AL-KO Kober SIA	([phone]	([phone]
F	AL-KO S.A.S.	(+33) 3/85-763540	(+33) 3/85-763588
GB	Rochford Garden Machinery Ltd.	(+44) 1963/828050	(+44) 1963/828052
H	AL-KO KFT	(+36) 29/537050	(+36) 29/537051
HR	Brun.ko.-prom d.o.o.	([phone]	([phone]
I	AL-KO Kober GmbH / SRL	(+39) 039/9329311	(+39) 039/9329390
IN	AGRO-COMMERCIAL	([phone]	([phone]
IQ	Gulistan Com	([phone]
IRL	Cyril Johnston & Co. Ltd.	([phone]	([phone]
LY	ASHOFAN FOR AGRICULT. ACC.	([phone]	([phone]
MA	BADRA Sarl	([phone]	([phone]
MK	Techno Geneks	([phone]	([phone]
N	AL-KO GINGE A/S	([phone]	([phone]
NL	O.DE LEEUW GROENTECHNIEK	(+31) 38/4446160	(+31) 38/4446358
PL	AL-KO Kober z.o.o.	(+48) 61/8161925	(+48) 61/8161980
RO	OMNITECH Technology SRL	([phone]	([phone]
RUS	OOO AL-KO Kober	(+7) 499/1688718	(+7) 499/96600-00
RUS	AL-KO St. Petersburg GmbH	(+7) 812/4461075	(+7) 812/4461075
S	AL-KO Ginge Svenska AB	(+46) (0) 31573580	(+46) (0) 31575620
SK	AL-KO Kober Slovakia Spol.s.r.o.	(+421) 2/45994112	(+421) 2/45648117
SLO	Darko Opara s.p.	([phone]	([phone]
SRB	Agromarket d.o.o.	([phone]	([phone]
TR	ZIMAS A.S.	([phone]	([phone]
UA	TOV AL-KO Kober	(+380) 44/4923396	(+380) 44/4923397