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Log splitter hydraulic troubleshooting – Cub Cadet I-Beam Style User Manual

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Test Kit Components. See Figure 6-59.

IMPORTANT: The following test kit information
and systematic questioning allows diagnoses
of the hydraulic log splitter. Proper testing and
maintenance procedures provide safe and
effective methods to do these tests. Use the
blank lines “_____” to verify a performed step
or record a test result. Make certain all the test
results are recorded, there will be a need to
refer back to them throughout this test.

General Inspection

IMPORTANT: Always disconnect the spark
plug wire from the spark plug and ground it to
the engine block when the log splitter is not
being run.

1. As a standard service procedure, replace the

hydraulic oil filter._____ See Figure 6-60.

NOTE

When installing the hydraulic oil filter, lubricate
the seal with hydraulic fluid, rotate the filter
clockwise by hand until it is snug and com-
plete the installation by rotating the filter 1/8 of
a turn clockwise beyond the snug position.

2. Check the fluid level and add (or remove) fluid

as required._____

NOTE

Check with the owner to find out what fluid is
being used in the hydraulic log splitter. DO
NOT mix hydraulic fluids. See Figure 6-61.

3. Inspect the coupler assembly between the

engine and the pump in the following
sequence: See Figure 6-62.

Log Splitter Hydraulic Troubleshooting

Test Kit #759-3742

Figure 6-59.

Figure 6-60.

Figure 6-61.

Figure 6-62.

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