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Problem
Cylinder rod will not move SOLUTION: A,D
Slow cylinder rod speed when extending or
retracting
SOLUTION: A,B,D,I
Wood will not split or splits extremely slowly SOLUTION: A,B,D,G,I
Valve will not stay in detent or will not kick
out of detent position
SOLUTION:H
Engine bogs down during splitting SOLUTION: This is normal
Engine stalls under low load condition SOLUTION: L
Engine will not start
Engine is difficult to turn over and will not
start when cold
SOLUTION:J
Engine runs but cylinder does not move SOLUTION: D,K
Cause Solution
A-Insufficient oil to pump Check oil level in reservoir
B-Air in oil Check oil level in reservoir
C-Low engine oil Check and add engine oil
D-Blocked hydraulic lines Check for restriction
E-“ON”/“OFF” Move to “ON” position
F-Fuel shut off in “OFF” position Move to “ON” position
G-Damaged control valve Return control valve for authorized repair
H-Detent setting incorrect Remove plastic cap on valve and adjust
detent kick out pressure
I-Internally damaged cylinder Return cylinder for authorized repair
J-Cold ambient temperature Cold weather (below 32°) can result in
difficult engine starting. Change to ATF.
K-Broken pump / Engine coupler Check and replace coupler
Troubleshooting
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