ZIHS5TN - Distributor Zipper - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL ZIHS5TN Zipper

17.1 Safety instructions 30
17.2 Residual risks 31

18 ASSEMBLY BASE FRAME (ONLY FOR ZI-HS7TU) 32
19 ASSEMBLY ZI-HS5TN & ZI-HS7TU 34

19.1 Lifting Handle 34
19.2 Log Tray 34
19.3 Steel Guard 36

21.1 Preparatory activities 37

21.1.1 Greasing the splitting wedge 37
21.1.2 18.1.2 Bleeding the hydraulic system 38
21.1.3 Fixing the log splitter (ZI-HS5TN only) 38

21.2 Operating the log splitter 38
21.2.1 Freeing jammed logs 40

22 MAINTENANCE 41

22.1 Maintenance schedule 41
22.2 Changing the hydraulic oil 41
22.3 Sharpening the wedge 43

23 DISPOSAL 43
24 TROUBLESHOOTING 43
25 PREDSLOV (SK) 44
26 BEZPECNOST 45

EN CE-Conformal! - This product complies with the EC-directives.

SK CE-ZHODA! - Tento vyrobok zodpovedá smerniciam ES.

EN READ THE MANUAL! Read these operating instructions carefully and familiarize yourself well with the operating elements of your machine in order to be able to operate and maintain it properly and thus prevent damage to man and machine.

PRECITAJTE SI TENTO NAVOD! Precitajte si riadne navod na prevadzku a

SK udrzbu Vasho stroja a dobre sa oboznámte s ovladacimi prvkami stroja, aby bol tento riadne obsluhovany a predislo sa tak skodam na stroji a zraneniam osb.

PRECTETESI TENTONAVOD!Prcteste s radne navod na obsluhu a udrzbu

EN Do not remove or tamper with any protection or safety devices.

EN Dispose used oil in an environmental-friendly way!

SK Pouzity olej zlikvidujte sposobom setrnym k zivotnému prostrediu!

EN Do not use in the rain!

EN Warning! Sharp blade!

SK Vystraha! Ostré ostrie!

CZ Vystraha! Ostre ostri!

SL Opozorilo! Ostra rezila!

HR Oprez! Ostrica!

FR Attention!Lame tranchant!

ES i Advertancia! iHoja aflada!

EN Warning! Do not remove jammed logs by hands!

EN Warning! Stay clear of moving parts!

SK Vystraha! Udrziavajte odstup od pohyblivych casti!

Connect the machine to a 220-240 V/50 Hz power supply with undervoltage, overvoltage, overcurrent protection and a residual current device with a maximum residual current of 0.03 A.

(SK) POZIADAVKY NA ELEKTRICKE PRIPOJENIE

These operating instructions contain information and important notes on commissioning and handling the ZI-HS5TN and ZI-HS7TU wood splitters.

In the following, the usual trade designation of the machine (see cover sheet) in these operating instructions is replaced by the designation "Machine".

The operating instructions are an integral part of the machine and must not be removed. Keep them for later use and attach these instructions to the machine if they are passed on to third parties!

Observe the safety instructions!

Please read these instructions carefully before putting the unit into operation. This will make it easier for you to handle the device properly and will prevent misunderstandings and possible damage. Observe the warning and safety instructions. Disregard can lead to serious injuries.

Due to the constant further development of our products, illustrations and contents may differ slightly. If you notice any errors, please inform us.

Subject to technical changes!

Copyright

2018

This documentation is protected by copyright. The constitutional rights thereby reserved! In particular the reprint, the translation and the removal of photos and illustrations will be prosecuted.

The place of jurisdiction shall be the regional court of Linz or the court responsible for 4707 Schlüsslberg.

Customer Support:

Only use the machine in a technically perfect condition and in accordance with its intended use, safety-conscious and aware of the dangers! Have faults which could impair safety rectified immediately!!

The machinery is intended exclusively for the following activities:

For splitting wood in grain direction, with dimensions within the limits specified in the "Technical data" section.

The splitting process of the machine is intended for operation by only one person.

ZIPPER-MASCHINEN accepts no responsibility or warranty for any other use or use beyond this and for any resulting damage to property or injury.

Operating conditions:

The machine is intended for use under the following conditions:

Rel. humidity: max. 50%

Temperature (Operation) +5^ bis +40^

Temperature (storage, transport) -25°C bis +55°C

Any improper use or disregard of the information and instructions given in this manual will void all warranty claims and claims for damages against Zipper GmbH.

Improper use:

• Operation of the machine without adequate physical and mental aptitude
• Operating the machine without knowledge of the operating instructions
• Changes in the design of the machine
• Operating the machine under explosive conditions
• Operating the machine outside the specified power range
• Remove the safety markings attached to the machine.
• Modify, circumvent or disable the safety devices of the machine.

17.1 Safety instructions

Warning signs and/or stickers on the machine which are illegible or have been removed must be replaced immediately!

Local laws and regulations may determine the minimum age of the operator and restrict the use of this machine.

In order to avoid malfunctions, damage and adverse health effects, the following additional measures for safe working must be observed UNCONDITIONALLY:

• Do not split soaked wood.
• Only split the wood horizontally in the direction of the grain!
• Do not split wood that contains foreign objects such as nails, cables, etc.
• Never operate the machine outdoors in the rain.
• Choose a level, vibration-free, non-slip surface as the installation location.
• Ensure sufficient lighting conditions at the workplace.
• Keep the working area free of obstacles (e.g. pieces of wood, leftover wood, etc.).
  Before each use, check the machine for its perfect condition (tight fit of hoses and screws, operability of the switch-off devices, etc.).
• Never leave the running machine unattended.
• The machine may only be operated, serviced or repaired by persons who are familiar with it and who have been informed of the dangers arising during this work.
• Although it is possible that several operators could work on the machine (e.g. for loading and unloading), only one person should ever operate the splitting process.

• As the operator of the machine, make sure that unauthorised persons maintain an appropriate safety distance from the machine and, in particular, keep children away from the machine.

• Wear suitable work clothing (eye protection, work gloves, safety shoes and close-fitting work protective clothing, never loose clothing, ties, jewellery, etc. - danger of being drawn in!

• Keep your hands away from crevices and cracks that open in the wood.
• Do not reach into the splitting area.
• Do not work on the machine if you are tired, not concentrated or under the influence of medication, alcohol or drugs!
• Do not use the machine in areas where vapours from paints, solvents or flammable liquids represent a potential danger (danger of fire or explosion!).
• Do not smoke in the immediate vicinity of the machine (fire hazard)!
• Make sure that the on/off switch is in the "Off" position before switching on the machine.
• Ensure that the machine is earthed.
• Only use suitable extension cords.
• Always disconnect the unit from the mains before cleaning, maintenance or repair work and secure it against unintentional reconnection.
• Use only intact tools.

17.2 Residual risks

Despite intended use, certain residual risks remain. Due to the design and construction of the machine, hazardous situations may occur which are identified in these operating instructions as follows:

DANGER

A safety instruction designed in this way indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

WARNING

A safety instruction designed in this way indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.

NOTICE

A safety notice designed in this way indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in property damage.

Irrespective of all safety regulations, your common sense and appropriate technical suitability/training are and will remain the most important safety factor for error-free operation of the machine. Safe working depends primarily on you!

18 ASSEMBLY BASE FRAME (ONLY FOR ZI-HS7TU)

CAUTION

Due to its high weight, at least two persons are required to mount the log splitter on the base frame

A. Disconnect device from the mains:

Make sure that the device is not connected to the mains and is protected against unintentional switching on!

B. Remove wheels and support leg: Remove wheels (14) and support leg (16).

C. Mount the base frame: Assemble the base frame (as shown in the illustration on the left).

D. Mounting the machine body: Mount the machine body (as shown in the illustration on the left) on the base frame.

E. Follow the steps below to complete assembly!

19 ASSEMBLY ZI-HS5TN & ZI-HS7TU

19.1 Lifting Handle

A. Mounting the lifting handle: Attach the lifting handle to the U-bracket with two M6x16 screws.

19.2 Log Tray

B. Fastening the guard bottom plate:

Mount the guard bottom plate to the rear guide plate and secure it with the two socket head cap screws M6×12 and the lock nuts. Loosen the socket head cap screw and the large washer on the wheel bracket, insert the open end of the support strut 2 between the large washer and the wheel bracket and tighten the screw. Connect the upper end of support strut 2 to the guard bottom plate with a cross recessed pan head screw M6×12 and lock nut M6 and tighten.

C. Log tray right: Align the two mounting holes of log tray right with the holes on the rear of the splitter. Insert one socket head cap screw M6×12 and a spring washer 6 into the mounting hole on the left side, another socket head cap screw M6×12 and lock nut M6 on the right side and tighten both screws firmly (1).

Then loosen the cup head bolt and nut on the left side of the front leg, insert the open end of support strut 1 onto the bolt and tighten the nut.

Connect the upper end of support strut 1 by means of a cross recessed pan head screw M6×12 and lock nut M6 with log tray 1 and tighten the screw (2).

D. Log tray left: Align the two mounting holes of log tray left with the holes on the front of the splitter. Insert a socket head cap screw M6×12 and a spring washer 6 into the mounting hole on the right side, another socket head cap screw M6×12 and lock nut M6 on the left side and tighten both screws firmly. Then loosen the cup head bolt and nut on the right side of the front leg, insert the open end of support strut 1 onto the bolt and tighten the nut.

Connect the upper end of the support strut 1 with the cross recessed pan head screw M6×12 and the counter nut M6 with log tray 2 and tighten the screw.

E. Connecting log tray right and left: Connect log tray 1 and 2 with two screws M6 × 12 and lock nuts.

19.3 Steel Guard

A. Attaching front guard plates, left guard plate and rear guard plates: Fix the front guard plate, the left guard plate and two rear guard plates with screws M6 × 12 and nuts to the log tray and the bottom plate (1).

B. Connecting top guard plates / rear guard plates: Mount the two top guard plates with M5 × 12 bolts and nuts to the vertical plates (2). Connect the top guard plates / rear guard plates with the plate connectors and M5 × 12 bolts and nuts (3).

20 TRANSPORT

For easier transport over short distances, the log splitter is equipped with two wheels and a transport handle.

NOTICE
!		Before moving the log splitter, make sure that the vent screw is tightened!

WARNING
		When using a crane for lifting (e.g. when loading the splitter onto a truck), attach the hoist only to the intended places - see illustration on the left.
		Observe the applicable regulations regarding load securing!
		Never hang the hoist on the transport handle!
		Never transport the log splitter when loaded!

To move the log splitter over short distances, hold it by the transport handle and tilt it slightly - see illustration on the left.

21 OPERATION

CAUTION

!

Never adjust the pressure relief screw! The maximum splitting force of the log splitter is factory set and the pressure limiting screw is sealed with adhesive to ensure that the pressure does not exceed the preset maximum. Adjustment was made by a qualified mechanic using professional instruments. Unauthorized adjustment of the pressure relief screw may result in serious injury or damage to the machine!

21.1 Preparatory activities

21.1.1 Greasing the splitting wedge

Apply a thin layer of grease to the splitting wedge of your wood splitter before starting work. This will prolong the life of your tool.

21.1.2 18.1.2 Bleeding the hydraulic system

NOTICE

Never forget to loosen the breather screw before starting to operate the log splitter! Otherwise, the air in the system will be released and compressed again and again, which will destroy the seals of the hydraulic circuit and make the log splitter unusable.

To bleed the hydraulic system, loosen the bleed screw a few turns so that the air can flow gently into and out of the oil tank.

The air flow through the oil tank should be visible during operation.

Important: Tighten the air-vent screw before each transport to prevent oil leakage.

21.1.3 Fixing the log splitter (ZI-HS5TN only)

Before putting the wood splitter into operation place it on a 72 - 85cm high, stable and level workbench and fasten the support leg with two screws (M8x35) as shown in the picture on the left.

21.2 Operating the log splitter

The log splitter is equipped with a two-hand control. The left hand controls the hydraulic control lever, the right hand the pressure switch (see illustration on the left). If one hand is missing, the log splitter " freezes".

The trigger-controlled locking device is designed to prevent accidental lowering of the hydraulic control lever.

To operate the hydraulic control lever, first move it forwards and then pull the trigger downwards with your index finger (Fig. left).

Only when both hands release the control elements the log pusher automatically returns to its starting position.

NOTICE

Never press the log splitter for more than 5 seconds, as the oil under pressure will overheat, which may cause the blade to break or damage the machine.

Make sure that the wood does not twist, wobble or slip when splitting. Also note the five-second time limit for pressurizing. If the log cannot be split within this period of time, its hardness exceeds the capacity of the machine. In this case, turn the log by 90^ and try to split the log this way. If this does not work either, the log should be sorted out for safety reasons and to protect the machine.

Always split blocks in the direction of the grain.

To split, place the blocks firmly on the wood support boards and the worktable, and keep your hands away from cracks and tears that open in the wood.

Never try to split two or more pieces of wood at the same time. One of them could be catapulted out and hit and injure you.

21.2.1 Freeing jammed logs

CAUTION
!	Do not try to remove trapped wood by hand, either yourself or with the help of other people! You could slip off and/or get trapped and seriously injure yourself.
	Note: Never try to free a jammed logs by hitting it (e.g. with an axe). The hitting could damage or launch the machine and cause accidents.
	To free a jammed log: • Release both control elements. • After the wood slide moves back and comes to a standstill at its starting position, place a wedge under the clamped log. • Start the log splitter to move the wedge so that it lies completely under the clamped log.
	• Repeat above procedure with sharper slope wedge woods until the log is completely freed.

22 MAINTENANCE

WARNING

Before carrying out any maintenance work, ensure that moving parts are stationary, that the machine is disconnected from the mains and secured against unintentional restarting! Only trained specialist personnel is authorised to carry out repair work on this machine!

22.1 Maintenance schedule

Activity	ZI-HS5N	ZI-HS7TU
Check oil level	Before usage	Before usage
Change hydraulic oil	Every 150h or after one year	Every 150 h or after one year

22.2 Changing the hydraulic oil

NOTICE

Check the oil level regularly. Change the hydraulic oil completely at least once a year. Always dispose of used oil correctly and never dispose of it in household waste or waste water!

The hydraulic system of the log splitter is a closed system with oil tank, oil pump and control valve.

The following oils (or equivalent products) are recommended for the splitter hydraulic transmission system: Shell Tellus 22, Mobil DTE 11, Aral Vitam GF 22 oder BP Energol HLP-HM 22.

OIL-LEVEL CHECK: If the oil level is too low, the oil pump may be damaged and overfilling may cause the hydraulic system to overheat. Check the oil level regularly with the dipstick - see graphic on the left!

Waste oils are toxic and must not be discharged into the environment. Contact your local authorities for information on proper disposal.

To change oil carry out the following steps: 1. Make sure that all moving parts stand still and that the splitter is disconnected from the power source. 2. Loosen the oil drain plug with dipstick and remove it.

3. Turn the log splitter on the support leg over a four litres capacity container and drain the hydraulic oil off.

4. Then turn the wood splitter to the motor side. 5. Top up with fresh hydraulic oil of appropriate specification. 6. Make sure that the level of the refilled oil is correct. 7. Re-insert the oil drain bolt with the dipstick and tighten. 8. Make sure that the bolt is tightened to prevent oil from leaking when the log splitter is returned to the horizontal position.

22.3 Sharpening the wedge

The wood splitter is equipped with a re-inforced splitting wedge with a specially treated cutting edge. After a long period of operation and if necessary, sharpen the wedge with a fine file to remove burrs or notches.

23 DISPOSAL

	Observe the national waste disposal regulations. Do not dispose of the machine, machine components or equipment in residual waste. If necessary, contact your local authorities for information on the disposal options available. If you buy a new machine or an equivalent device from your specialist dealer, he is obliged in certain countries to dispose of your old machine properly.
	Waste oils are toxic and must not be discharged into the environment. If necessary, contact your local authorities for information on proper disposal.

24 TROUBLESHOOTING

PROBLEM	PROBABLE CAUSE	REMEDY SUGGESTED
Failure to split logs	Log is improperly positioned	Refer to "Log Splitter Operation" section for correct log loading.
	The sizes or hardness of the log exceeds the capacity of the machine	Reduce the log sizes before splitting it on the log splitter.
	Wedge cutting edge is blunt	Refer to "Sharpening Wedge" section to sharpen the cutting edge.
	Oil leaks	Locate leak(s) and contact the dealer
	Unauthorized adjustment was made on max. pressure limiting screw. Lower max. pressure rating was set.	Contact your distributor.
The log pusher moves jerkily, taking unfamiliar noise or vibrating a lot	Lack of hydraulic oil and excessive air in the hydraulic system.	Check oil level for possible oil refilling.Contact your distributor.
Oil leaks around cylinder ram or from other points	Air sealed in hydraulic system while operating	Loosen bleed screw by 3-4 rotations before operating the log splitter.
	Bleed screw is not tightened before moving the log splitter.	Tighten the bleed screw up before moving the log splitter.
	Oil drain bolt with dipstick is not tight.	Tighten the oil drain bolt with dipstick.
	Hydraulic control valve assembly and / or seal(s) worn	Contact your distributor.

All repair work on this machine must be carried out by a specialist for this product!

25 PREDSLOV (SK)

Vázeny zákazník!

(EN) With ZIPPER spare parts you use spare parts that are ideally matched to each other. The optimal fitting accuracy of the parts shortens the installation times and increases the service life.

IMP OR TAN T

The installation of other than original spare parts voids the warranty!

So you always have to use original spare parts

When you place a spare parts order please use the service formular you can find in the last chapter of this manual. Always take a note of the machine type, spare parts number and part name. We recommend to copy the spare parts diagram and mark the spare part you need.

You find the order address in the preface of this operation manual.

No.	Description	Q'ty
93	Connection Terminal	1
94	Capacitor	1
95	Switch	1
96	Switch Box	1
97	Waterproof Underlay	1
98	Motor Support Left Shoe	1
99	Motor Support Right Shoe	1
100	Pin 8x24	2
101	O-ring 46.2x18	2
102	Sliding Sleeve	4
103	Bolt M8x30	3
104	Spring Washer 14 (Model E5553 is none)	2
105	Screw M6x12 (Machin for assembling Steel Guard)	13
	Screw M6x12 (Machin for assembling Wire Guard)	5
106	Guard Bottom Plate	1
107	Locknut M6	17
108	Log Tray 1	1
109	Support Strut 1	2
110	Log Tray 2	1
111	Support Strut 2	1

Parts List
Parts List Steel Guard

No.	Description	Q'ty
112	Top Guard Plate 2	1
113	Screw M5×12 (For model 65558, 65558-6, 65558-7)	20
	Screw M5×12 (For model 65553 only)	19
114	Locknut M5 (For model 65558, 65558-6, 65558-7)	20
	Locknut M5 (For model 65553 only)	19
115	Plate Connector	2
116	Top Guard Plate 1	1
117	Left Guard Plate	1
118	Rear Guard Plate 2	1
119	Rear Guard Plate 1	1
120	Front Guard Plate	1

Company ZIPPER Maschinen GmbH grants for mechanical and electrical components a warranty period of 2 years for amateur use; and warranty period of 1 year for professional use, starting with the purchase of the final consumer. In case of defects during this period, which are not excluded by paragraph 3, ZIPPER will repair or replace the machine at its own discretion.

2.) Report:

In order to check the legitimacy of warranty claims, the final consumer must contact his dealer. The dealer has to report in written form the occurred defect to ZIPPER. If the warranty claim is legitimate, ZIPPER will pick up the defective machine from the dealer. Returned shipments by dealers which have not been coordinated with ZIPPER, will not be accepted and refused.

3.) Regulations:

a) Warranty claims will only be accepted, when a copy of the original invoice or cash voucher from the trading partner of ZIPPER is enclosed to the machine. The warranty claim expires if the accessories belonging to the machine are missing.
b) The warranty does not include free checking, maintenance, inspection or service works on the machine. Defects due to incorrect usage of the final consumer or his dealer will not be accepted as warranty claims either. Some examples: usage of wrong fuel, frost damages in water tanks, leaving fuel in the tank during the winter, etc.
c) Defects on wear parts are excluded, e.g. carbon brushes, collection bags, knives, cylinders, cutting blades, clutches, sealings, wheels, saw blades, splitting crosses, riving knives, riving knife extensions, hydraulic oils, oil/air/fuel filters, chains, spark plugs, sliding blocks, etc.
d) Also excluded are damages on the machine caused by incorrect or inappropriate usage, if it was used for a purpose which the machine is not supposed to, ignoring the user manual, force majeure, repairs or technical manipulations by not authorized workshops or by the customer himself, usage of non-original ZIPPER spare parts or accessories.
e) After inspection by our qualified personnel, resulted costs (like freight charges) and expenses for not legitimated warranty claims will be charged to the final customer or dealer.
f) In case of defective machines outside the warranty period, we will only repair after advance payment or dealer's invoice according to the cost estimate (incl. freight costs) of ZIPPER.
g) Warranty claims can only be granted for customers of an authorized ZIPPER dealer who directly purchased the machine from ZIPPER. These claims are not transferable in case of multiple sales of the machine.

4.) Claims for compensation and other liabilities:

The liability of company ZIPPER is limited to the value of goods in all cases. Claims for compensation because of poor performance, lacks, damages or loss of earnings due to defects during the warranty period will not be accepted. ZIPPER insists on its right to subsequent improvement of the machine.

93 ZARUÇNÉ PODMIENKY (SK)

1.) Záruka:

We monitor the quality of our delivered products in the frame of a Quality Management policy.

Your opinion is essential for further product development and product choice. Please let us know about your:

• Impressions and suggestions for improvement.
• experiences that may be useful for other users and for product design
• Experiences with malfunctions that occur in specific operation modes

We would like to ask you to note down your experiences and observations and send them to us via FAX, E-Mail or by post

Please describe amongst others in the problem:

What has cause the problem/defect, what was the last activity before you noticed the problem/defect?

For electrical problems: Have you had checked you electric supply and the machine already by a certified electrician?

3. Bitebeachten

UNVOLLSTÄNDIG AUSGEFÜLLTE FORMULARE KONNEN NICT BEARBEITET WERDEN!

GARANTIEANTRAGE KONNEN AUSSCHLIESLLICH UNDER BEILAGE DES KAUFBELEGES/ABLIEFERBELEGES AKZEPTIERT WERDEN.

Additional information

INCOMPLETELY Filled SERVICE FORMS CANNOT BE PROCESSED!
FOR GUARANTEE CLAIMS PLEASE ADD A COPY OF YOUR ORIGINAL SALES / DELIVERY RECEIPT OTHERWISE IT CANNOT BE ACCEPTED.
FOR SPARE PART ORDERS PLEASE ADD TO THIS SERVICE FORM A COPY OF THE RESPECTIVE EXPLODED DRAWING WITH THE REQUIRED SPARE PARTS BEING MARKED CLEARLY AND UNMISTAKABLE.
THIS HELPS US TO IDENTIFY THE REQUIRED SPARE PARTS FASTLY AND ACCELERATES THE HANDLING OF YOUR INQUIRY.