Echo LS21160 Owners Manual v.5 - Manual (Page 18)

14 LOG SPLITTER
Section
TRoubLESHooTING
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PRobLEm PoSSIbLE cAuSES REmEdY
Engine will not start.
Improper control settings. use proper settings.
lack of fuel. Fill fuel tank.
Spark plug disconnected. Connect spark plug.
Dirty, stale or contaminated
gas.
Refill gas tank with fresh, clean unleaded regular gasoline.
Internal engine problems. See your engine dealer.
Engine overheats.
Cooling system plugged. Clean cooling fan and fins.
Improper oil level.
Fill engine to correct oil level. Refer to the engine owners
manual.
Engine stalls while
splitting wood
Engine not operating at full
RPM.
Move engine throttle to maximum RPM.
Trailer sways during
towing.
Tire air pressure not correct Check tire sidewall for inflation limits.
Log splitter loses
hydraulic power.
low hydraulic fluid levels. Check the hydraulic fluid tank and fill if needed.
There is a leak in the
hydraulic system.
Check for hydraulic fluid leaks by using a piece of
cardboard. Do not check for leaks with your hands or other
body parts.
Hydraulic cylinder
will not extend with
control lever in
forward position.
Hydraulic fluid level is low. Check hydraulic fluid level.
Damaged coupler.
Check the coupler that connects the engine shaft to the
hydraulic pump. Replace if needed.
Damaged hydraulic cylinder. Replace the cylinder if needed.
Damaged hydraulic motor. Replace the motor if needed.
Hydraulic cylinder
will not retract with
control lever in
reverse position.
The splitting wedge or track is
damaged.
Check for damage. Replace parts if needed.
The valve assembly is not
functioning properly.
Check valve assembly. Replace if needed.
Machine vibrates
excessively when
running.
Hydraulic pump is out of
alignment.
Remove coupler cover and loosen the four bolts holding the
hydraulic pump to the bracket. The pump will move back
into alignment. Retighten the four bolts and reinstall coupler
cover.
Before performing any of the corrections in this troubleshooting chart, refer to the appropriate information contained in
this manual for the correct safety precautions and operating or maintenance procedures. Contact your dealer or the
factory for service problems with the machine.