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Mantis Swift Split User Manual

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M. Troubleshooting

N. Storage

1. Clean Unit.

2. Lubricate for rust prevention

3. Tighten the Air Bleed Screw

4. Fold in the handle (optional)

5. Store indoor in a sheltered/dry area not accessible to children.

Problem

Possible cause

Remedy

Log fails to split

Incorrect positioning of the log

Log exceeds permitted dimensions or
the wood is too hard for the capacity
of the machine

Wedge has burrs, nicks or flat spots
and needs to be sharpened

Oil level is low

Leak of hydraulic oil. Hydraulic
pressure is too low.

Re-position the log

Put this log aside and try
different one

Sharpen the splitting wedge as
directed in section J

Adjust the oil level

Place piece of cardboard under the
log splitter to locate the leak.
Worn components should be
replaced. Contact qualified
hydraulic mechanic for assistance
or call 1-800-366-6268.

Pressure plate advances

with a jerky motion or

with strong vibration

Air in the system

Hydraulic fluid level is low

Open bleed screw, and cycle pressure
plate of the log splitter three to four
times back and forth to help remove
any air that may have mixed into the
hydraulic fluid.

Check and adjust hydraulic oil level.

Slow Pressure Plate Response

Hydraulic fluid level is low

Check and adjust hydraulic oil level.

Hydraulic oil leak

Bleed screw was not tightened
before machine was moved

Worn hydraulic oil seals.

Tighten the bleed screw before
moving log splitter

Contact qualified hydraulic
mechanic for assistance or
call 1-800-366-6268.