PALDU 1100-12 Operating Instructions Manual

Operating Instructions

Log splitter 1100-12

D1010396 - V001

*D1010396-V001*

English

Copyright by Posch Gesellschaft m.b.H., Made in Austria

Manufacturer

Manufacturer

POSCH Gesellschaft m.b.H.

© Copyright by POSCH Gesellschaft m.b.H., Made in Austria

Please be sure to fill this in before starting. Then you can be sure that this document relates
to your machine, so if you have any queries you will be given the correct information.

Machine number:..............................................................................

Serial number:.....................................................................................

POSCH Austria:

8430 Leibnitz, Paul-Anton-Keller-Strasse 40, telephone: [phone], fax: [phone], e-mail: [e-mail]

POSCH Germany:

84149 Velden/Vils, Preysingallee 19, telephone: [phone], fax: [phone], e-mail: [e-mail]

Paul-Anton-Keller-Strasse 40
A-8430 Leibnitz

Tel.: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

E-mail: [e-mail]
http://www.posch.com

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Contents

Contents

1 Foreword 5

1.1 Copyright notice 5

1.2 Liability for defects 5

1.3 Reservations 5

1.4 Definitions 5

1.5 Operating instructions 6

2 Safety information 7

2.1 Explanation of symbols 7

2.2 General safety information 8

2.3 Safety instructions for log splitter 8

2.4 Noise 9

2.5 Remaining risks 9

2.6 Proper use 9

2.7 Incorrect use 9

3 General 10

3.1 Scope 10

3.2 Description 10

3.3 Important parts of the machine 11

3.4 Stickers and their meaning 12

3.5 Set-up 13

4 Start-up 14

4.1 Driven by electric motor (type E) 14

4.2 Driven by tractor via cardan shaft (type Z) 15

4.3 Driven by the tractor's hydraulic system (type PS) 15

5 Operation 16

5.1 Two-hand controller 16

5.2 Extending the cylinder 16

5.3 Splitting process 17

6 Put out of operation 19

6.1 Switching off the machine 19

7 Transport 20

7.1 Transporting by three-point linkage on the tractor 20

8 Checks 22

8.1 Protective guards 22

8.2 Screw fittings 22

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Contents

8.3 Electrical equipment 22

8.4 Hydraulic lines 23

8.5 Tool guide 23

8.6 Oil level 23

8.7 Two-hand controller 23

8.8 Log retaining tip 23

9 Maintenance 24

9.1 Tool guide 24

9.2 Oil changing 24

9.3 Cleaning 26

10 Additional equipment 27

10.1 Splitting cross 27

10.2 Splitting table 28

10.3 Lifting unit 28

11 Troubleshooting 30

11.1 Disposal 31

12 Technical data 32

13 Service 33

EC Declaration of Conformity 34

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Foreword

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Thank you for buying our product.

This machine has been built in conformity with applicable European standards and
regulations.

These operating instructions explain how to operate the machine safely and efficiently and
how to maintain it.

Any person entrusted with the transport, installation, commissioning, operation or
maintenance of the machine must have read and understood:

▪ the operating instructions

▪ the safety instructions

▪ the safety information given in the individual chapters.

To avoid operator error and ensure problem-free operation, the operating instructions must
be available to the operating personnel at all times.

Foreword

1.1

1.2

Copyright notice

All documents are protected by the law of copyright.

Documents including excerpts thereof may not be distributed or reproduced nor may their
content be communicated without express permission.

Liability for defects

Read these operating instructions through carefully before putting the machine into
operation.

We accept no liability for damage or disruptions caused by failure to observe the operating
instructions.

Claims for liability must be reported as soon as the defect is identified.

Claims are null and void for example in the following cases:

▪ improper use

▪ faulty attachments and drives not supplied with the machine

▪ failure to use original spare parts and accessories

▪ conversions or modifications, where not agreed with us in writing

We are not liable for defects of wearing parts.

1.3

1.4

Reservations

Technical data, dimensions, illustrations of the machine and safety standards are subject
to continual change and are therefore not in any circumstances binding in relation to the
supplied machine.

We accept no liability for printing and typesetting errors.

Definitions

Operator

The operator is the party which operates the machine and uses it for its intended purpose
or causes it to be operated by suitable, trained personnel.

Operating personnel

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Foreword

The operating personnel (operators) are those entrusted by the operator to operate the
machine.

Technical personnel

Technical personnel are persons entrusted by the operator of the machine with special tasks
such as installation, set-up, maintenance and troubleshooting.

Electrician

An electrician is a person who, by virtue of his specialist training, has knowledge of electrical
systems, standards and regulations and is able to identify and prevent possible hazards.

Machine

The term machine replaces the commercial designation of the object to which these
operating instructions relate (see cover sheet).

1.5

Operating instructions

This manual is a "translation of the original operating manual"

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Safety information

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Safety information

2.1

Explanation of symbols

The following symbols and instructions in this manual provide warnings about possible
personal injury or property damage or give useful information about working with the
machine.

DANGER

Warning about danger zones

Instruction regarding safe working, where non-compliance entails the risk of serious or
fatal injury.

Always observe these instructions and ensure that you work with particular caution and
care.

DANGER

Warning of dangerous electrical voltage

Contact with live parts can result in immediate death.

Protective covers and enclosures marked with this sign may only be opened by qualified
electricians after the electricity supply has been turned off.

DANGER

Crushing hazard

Risk of injury through upper limbs getting trapped.

DANGER

Danger of tipping over

Risk of serious injury if the machine tips over.

NOTICE

Instruction

Symbol for proper use of the machine.

Non-observance can result in malfunctions by or damage to the machine.

Noise

Symbol for an area where noise levels can exceed 85 dB(A).

Non-observance can cause hearing problems or deafness.

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Safety information

Further information

Symbol for further information relating to a bought-in part.

Information

Action-related information.

2.2

General safety information

The machine may only be operated by persons who are familiar with the machine’s
operation and hazards and with the user manual.

▪ It is the operator’s responsibility to provide appropriate staff training.

Persons under the influence of alcohol, drugs or pharmaceutical products that impair
responsiveness must not operate the machine or carry out maintenance work on it.

The machine may only be operated if it is in perfect working condition.

If faults occur on the machine, work must be stopped immediately.

Ensure the machine is stable before starting it.

Minimum age of operative: 18 years.

Only one person may operate the machine at a time.

Take regular breaks to ensure concentration.

Ensure that your workplace is adequately illuminated as poor lighting can significantly
increase the risk of injury.

Never work without the protective guards in place.

Only carry out repair, set-up, maintenance and cleaning work when the drive is switched off
and the tool is stationary.

▪ If the machine has a PTO drive, the universal joint shaft must be removed from the

tractor.

▪ The electric motor must be switched off and the power cable disconnected.

Never leave the machine running unattended.

Switch off the machine's drive unit before carrying out any adjustments.

Only use original - Paldu - spare parts.

Do not modify or tamper with the machine.

Work on electrical equipment must only be carried out by qualified electricians.

Never use damaged cables.

Machines with electric motors must not be used in the rain as this can lead to a malfunction
of the switch or the motor.

2.3

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Safety instructions for log splitter

Do not hold the log with your hand while splitting.

Do not reach into the splitting area.

Wear safety shoes and close-fitting clothes when working with this device.

Only use the machine outdoors.

Safety information

Wear protective gloves.

Never split angle-cut wood.

Keep the work area free of chips and wood residues.

Shut the drive down before removing any jammed pieces of wood.

Max. log length 15 - 110 cm

Always retract the splitting tool when the machine is being transported or is not in operation.

The working pressure of the hydraulic system must not exceed 230 bar.

2.4

2.5

Noise

The workplace-related, A-rated emission sound pressure level is 70 dB(A), measured at the
operative's ear.

In the case of machines with a PTO drive, the noise level depends on the noise of the tractor.

The stated values are emissions values, and thus do not necessarily represent reliable
values for the work area. Although there is a correlation between emission and pollutant
levels, it is not possible to deduce reliably from that whether or not additional precautionary
measures are necessary. Factors that influence the level of pollutants present in the work
area include the individual nature of the work area, other sources of noise, e.g. the number
of machines and other work operations being carried out in the vicinity. Equally, permissible
values for a work area may vary between different countries. However, this information
should enable the user to estimate the dangers and risks more accurately.

Remaining risks

Even if all safety precautions are observed and the machine is used in accordance with the
instructions, some risks still remain:

▪ Touching of revolving parts or tools.

▪ Injury caused by flying logs or log pieces.

▪ Risk of burns if the engine is not properly ventilated.

▪ Hearing loss if ear protection is not worn when working.

▪ Human error (e.g. due to excessive physical exertion, mental strain, etc.)

With every machine, some risks still remain. Therefore you should always be very careful
when working. It is up to the operating personnel to ensure that work is carried out safely.

2.6

2.7

Proper use

The machine - Log splitter 1100-12 - is designed exclusively for splitting logs with a diameter
of 10 - 80 cm and a length of 15 - 110 cm.

The machine may only be used to process firewood.

Incorrect use

Any incorrect use or use other than that specified under "Proper use" is expressly forbidden.

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General

General

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3.1

Scope

This user manual applies to the following machines:

Machine type

Article no. * Designation - Type Drive
M6602 Log splitter 1100-12 - PZG PTO
M6604 Log splitter 1100-12 - PZGE5.5 PTO/Electric motor
M6600 Log splitter 1100-12 - PS Tractor hydraulics

*The article number is stamped on the machine's rating plate.

Models

.....S

Additional equipment

F0001521

F0002602 Splitting table

F0002710 Mechanical lifting device

Model - S (higher power)

Splitting cross

3.2

Description

The Log splitter 1100-12 machine is suitable solely for splitting logs with a maximum length
of 15 - 110 cm.

The splitter is driven hydraulically; the hydraulic system is driven by the tractor's hydraulic
system or by an electric motor or by a PTO shaft.

The machine is operated via a two-hand safety controller.

As soon as the control levers of the safety circuit have been pressed down simultaneously,
the splitting knife is advanced.

As soon as you release one of the two control levers, the splitting knife halts. If the control
levers are pushed upwards, the splitting knife returns to its starting position.

The wood is placed on a pressure plate under the splitting knife.

The splitting knife presses into the log when working and splits it.

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General

3.3

Important parts of the machine

1 Cylinder 11 PTO pump
2 Guide rod 12 Identification plate
3 Two-hand controller 13 Oil sight glass
4 Splitting blade 14 Switch/plug
5 Guard bracket 15 Grease nipple
6 Retaining tip 16 Electric motor
7 Tool guide 17 Ventilation screw
8 Floor plate 18 Control valve
9 Oil drain screw 19 Oil filter

10 Three-point linkage

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Z2001170

Z2001220

Z2001220

Z2001260

Z2001360

350 ... 380 min

-1

Z2040075

Z205 0010

Z2050400

Z2050470

max. 16 l/min

General

3.4

Stickers and their meaning

1 Only one person may operate the machine at a time
2 Only carry out repair, set-up, maintenance and cleaning

work when the drive is switched off and the tool is stationary.
3 Wear protective gloves
4 Wear safety shoes
5 Wear goggles and ear defenders
6 Caution, moving tools
7 Always read the user manual before operating the machine

Caution, moving tools

Note the direction of rotation of the motor. The pump will be

damaged if rotation is in the wrong direction.

Rotational direction of motor

Rotational direction of PTO

Grease tool guide

Oil level

PTO speed

Phase inverter

Lubrication point

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Maximum efficiency

Stickers on controls

Z2050870

Using the splitter

General

3.5

Set-up

Ensure the machine is stable before starting it.

Set up the machine on a level, firm and clear work surface.

The machine must be placed directly on the ground. Do not place wooden boards, flat pieces
of metal etc. underneath it.

The machine must not be set up under an overhead electrical power line.

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2

Start-up

Start-up

4

Before starting to operate the machine, please check that the protective and safety systems
are working and also the hydraulic hoses and oil level.

Before each start-up, the condition of the electrical cables must be checked.

If a fault occurs during operation, the machine must be shut down immediately and secured
so it cannot be switched on accidentally or started-up by unauthorised persons.

4.1

4.1.1

Driven by electric motor (type E)

Machines with 400 V motor

The machine must only be operated on electric circuits equipped with 30 mA FI fault current
protection or a Portable Residual Current Device (PRCD).

Work on electrical equipment must only be carried out by qualified electricians.

Type E5.5

Connect the machine to the mains:

▪ Mains voltage 400 V (50 Hz)

▪ Circuit-breaker 16 A (tripping characteristic C)

▪ For the feed, a cable cross-section of at least 2.5 mm² must be used.

This cable cross-section is only a minimum specification. In the event of a lengthy

supply cable, its size must be determined by an electrician.

▪ Turn the switch to the ON position.

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Neutral position 2 On position

If the electric motor will not start (red light for rotational direction detection is on):

A phase inverter in the plug controls the direction of rotation of the motor (press in the disc
in the plug with a screwdriver and turn 180˚).

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A tight plug connection can rip the CEE plug out of the switch housing.

▪ This can be remedied using standard plugs and a silicone spray.

Any such damage to the switch is not covered by the guarantee.

Start-up

4.2

Driven by tractor via cardan shaft (type Z)

▪ Assemble the machine on the three-point linkage of the tractor.

▪ Attach the universal joint shaft and secure with the safety chain.

▪ Clockwise rotation of the tractor PTO shaft.

▪ Turn the tractor's manual throttle to minimum.

▪ Slowly engage the tractor PTO shaft and allow the machine to start moving.

▪ Set the required PTO shaft speed using the manual throttle.

Maximum PTO shaft speed:

▪ 380 rpm

The maximum PTO shaft speed must on no account be exceeded, otherwise the oil will
become too hot. This leads to premature wear and leaks in the pump, cylinder and hydraulic
pipes.

Before disengaging the universal joint shaft, set the manual throttle of the tractor to
minimum.

The universal joint shaft must be stored in the universal joint shaft linkage when it is
disconnected.

4.3

Driven by the tractor's hydraulic system (type PS)

▪ Assemble the machine on the three-point linkage of the tractor.

▪ Connect the hydraulic hoses to the tractor's hydraulic system.

▪ Turn the control valve on the tractor to the "On" position.

Ensure that the viscosity of the tractor hydraulic oil is compatible with that of the machine.

▪ Hydraulic oil HLP M46

Observe the flow and return.

Maximum efficiency of tractor's hydraulic
system

16 l/min 230 bar

Maximum working pressure of tractor's
hydraulic system

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Operation

Operation

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At outdoor temperatures below 0°C, let the machine idle for approximately five minutes
to allow the hydraulic system to reach the correct operating temperature (the hydraulic pipes
will then be warm to the touch).

5.1

Two-hand controller

Position "0"

Control levers in home position, splitting blade does not move.

Position "I"

Place both control levers simultaneously in position "I". As long as the control levers remain
in this position, the splitting blade continues to extend.

▪ With V2 (2 splitting speeds) the splitting blade travels at low speed with maximum

splitting force.

Position "II"

In position "II" the splitting blade travels at maximum speed with reduced splitting force.

Position "III"

Lever position with latch. In position "III" the splitting blade returns to the starting position
and then goes back to position "0".

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5.2

Extending the cylinder

1 Hexagon nut

2

1

The machine is supplied with the cylinder in the retracted position.

Before starting work, the cylinder must be extended and fixed.

When extending and retracting the cylinder, make sure the hydraulic hoses are not
trapped!

▪ Press the control levers downwards.

– The cylinder rises until it lies against the cylinder support plate.

▪ Tighten the two hexagon nuts of the cylinder.

– The two hexagon nuts are fixed on the right hand side of the shut-off flap with a wing

nut for safekeeping.

▪ Press the control levers upwards. The splitting blade retracts.

Log splitting can now be carried out.

Height in working position: 260 cm

Operation

5.3

Splitting process

Only one person may operate the machine at a time.

Ensure that no other people are in the vicinity of the machine.

Do not reach under the splitting tool; always grasp the log from the side.

1 Control lever 2 Guard bracket

▪ Place the log upright under the splitting knife and press it against the timber holder tip

so that even relatively thin logs stand without needing to be held.

▪ Pull both control levers downwards at the same time.

– The splitting knife advances and splits the log.

– As soon as the control levers are released, the splitting knife halts.

▪ Press the two control levers upwards to retract the splitting knife again.

▪ The return stroke of the splitting blade can be changed using the shut-off rod.

– Loosen the wing nut and push the shut-off rod into the desired position.

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Operation

If the wood presses against the guard bracket during the splitting process, the guard
bracket jumps out of the detent position and swings downwards. This means that the guard
bracket is not damaged.

Before starting a new splitting process, the guard bracket must be pressed back up again
into the working position.

5.3.1

Notes on splitting

Never split angle-cut wood.

Logs must always be split lengthways.

Splitting extremely crooked wood:

▪ split the billets from the edge.

Remove jammed wood from the splitting blade with a striking tool.

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Put out of operation

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Before switching off the machine, depressurise all hydraulic functions

by placing all control levers in the neutral position.

Put out of operation

6.1

Switching off the machine

Driven by electric motor (Type E)

Type E5.5

▪ Move the switch to the 0 position.

Driven by tractor via universal joint shaft (type PZG)

▪ Disengage the universal joint shaft on the tractor.

– Before disengaging, turn the manual throttle to minimum.

Driven by the tractor's hydraulic system (type PS)

▪ Turn the control valve on the tractor to the “Off” position.

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Transport

Transport

7

Before transport, it is vital to switch off the drive and secure it so it cannot be switched on
accidentally or started-up by unauthorised persons.

Disconnect the machine from the mains.

▪ In addition, pull out the plug of the device.

▪ Disengage the universal joint shaft on the tractor.

– Before disengaging, turn the manual throttle to minimum.

The cylinder must be lowered before transporting the machine.

To lower the cylinder for transport:

7.1

1

▪ Press the control levers downwards. Extend the splitting blade fully.

▪ Loosen the 2 hexagon nuts of the cylinder on the cylinder support plate.

Stow the two hexagon nuts on the right hand side of the shut-off flap (secure with wing nuts).

▪ Press the control levers upwards. The cylinder drops.

When raising and lowering the cylinder, make sure the hydraulic hoses are not trapped.

▪ Attach and lock the splitting cross (additional equipment) on the splitting blade, then

retract the splitting blade fully.

▪ Switch off the drive unit and swing the side guard brackets upwards.

Height in transport position: 205 cm

Hexagon nut

Transporting by three-point linkage on the tractor

No one is permitted to stand in the area between the tractor and the machine during the
raising or lowering process.

▪ Attach the machine to the three-point linkage and use the tractor hydraulics to raise it.

If the tractor's rear lights are obscured, a light must be fitted to the rear of the machine (e.g.
magnetic holder, clip-on light, etc.)

Due to the weight of the machine, the tractor-machine combination can become unstable.

In order to test the overall stability, the following formula can be used to calculate the
minimum weight on the front side I

weight of the tractor:

with a minimum front axle load of 20% of the empty

F,min

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F

I

R

T

E

T

F

T

R

I

F,min

=

I

R

(

x(c + d))-

( )

T

F x b(0,2 x

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T

E x b

a + b

Transport

T

(kg) Empty weight of the tractor *

E

TF(kg) Front axle load of the empty tractor *

TR(kg) Rear axle load of the empty tractor *

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(kg) Total weight of the machine **

R

I

(kg) Total weight of the front load

F

a (m) Distance between front load's centre of gravity and centre of the front

axle
b (m) Wheelbase of the tractor ***
c (m) Distance between centre of the rear axle and centre of the lower link

balls
d (m) Distance between centre of the lower link balls and the machine's centre

of gravity

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*….. see tractor operating instructions

**….. see "Technical Data" (It is vital to ensure that the weight of any additional equipment on the machine is taken into account)

***….. take measurement

Observe the road traffic regulations when driving on public highways.

Maximum transport speed: 25 km/h

When the machine is uncoupled from the tractor, it must be placed on a firm, level

surface.

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Checks

Checks

8

Before control work on the machine, it is vital to switch off the drive and secure it so it cannot
be switched on accidentally or started-up by unauthorised persons.

Disconnect the machine from the mains.

▪ In addition, pull out the plug of the device.

▪ Disengage the universal joint shaft on the tractor.

– Before disengaging, turn the manual throttle to minimum.

▪ Remove the universal joint shaft from the tractor.

8.1

8.2

8.3

Protective guards

All the protective guards (covers, safety grilles, etc.) must be in place on the machine at all
times!

Screw fittings

Tighten all screws and nuts after the first hour of operation.

Tighten the screws and nuts after every 100 hours of operation.

▪ Replace missing screws and nuts.

Electrical equipment

Before each start-up, the condition of the electrical cables must be checked.

▪ Damaged cables must be replaced immediately.

A regular test of the electrical equipment should be carried out by an electrical specialist in
line with the statutory requirements, but at least every three years, with the test results being
recorded. As a minimum, the test should cover the following points:

▪ Visual inspection of correct condition

▪ Protective measures to prevent direct contact (basic protection)

▪ Protective measures to prevent indirect contact (fault protection)

▪ Where appropriate, protective measures providing additional protection

▪ Where appropriate, recording of the temperature of relevant electrical operating

resources.

In the case of moveable electrical operating resources, the tests must cover the following,
as a minimum:

▪ Visual inspection of correct condition

▪ Function test

▪ Where appropriate, test of the earth conductor and measurement of the earth conductor

current

▪ Where appropriate, measurement of the insulation resistance.

Work on electrical equipment must only be carried out by qualified electricians.

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Checks

8.4

8.5

8.6

8.6.1

Hydraulic lines

After the first hour of operation, check that all hydraulic connections are secure and are not
leaking.

Check that all hydraulic connections are secure and are not leaking after every further
100 hours of operation.

▪ Damaged hydraulic lines must be replaced immediately.

Tool guide

The tool guide must always be well greased.

Oil level

To check the oil level place the machine on an even surface.

Check the oil level with the splitting blade retracted.

Hydraulic oil level

When the oil sight glass is filled, the oil level is at its maximum.

When the oil level is in the centre of the oil sight glass, the oil level is at its minimum.

If this is the case, the hydraulic oil must be topped up immediately.

▪ See: Changing the hydraulic oil [➙ 24]

The oil filter only needs to be checked when the oil is changed.

8.7

8.8

Two-hand controller

Check the joints of the two-hand controller to make sure they move easily and lubricate if
necessary.

Check that the rocker moves freely.

Log retaining tip

1 Log retaining tip

If the end of the log retaining tip breaks off, it can easily be reground with an angle-grinder.

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2

Maintenance

Maintenance

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Before maintenance work on the machine, it is vital to switch off the drive and secure it so
it cannot be switched on accidentally or started-up by unauthorised persons.

Disconnect the machine from the mains.

▪ In addition, pull out the plug of the device.

▪ Disengage the universal joint shaft on the tractor.

– Before disengaging, turn the manual throttle to minimum.

▪ Remove the universal joint shaft from the tractor.

Work on electrical equipment must only be carried out by qualified electricians.

Never work without the protective guards in place.

Only use original - Paldu - spare parts.

9.1

Tool guide

1 Grease nipple 2 Grease brush

Lubricate the grease nipple on the tool guide with lubricating grease every 10 hours.

Apply grease with a brush.

The tool guide must always be well greased.

Recommended lubricating greases:

Manufacturer
Genol Multi-purpose grease
Fuchs Multi-purpose grease 5028

Type

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9.2

9.2.1

Oil changing

Old oil must be disposed of in an environment-friendly manner. Find out about the
environmental regulations in your country.

Changing the hydraulic oil

The first oil change should be carried out after 500 operating hours, all further oil changes
should then be carried out after every 1000 operating hours or annually.

▪ Retract the splitting blade before changing the oil.

▪ Remove the ventilation screw.

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2

Maintenance

▪ Open the oil drain screw.

The oil drain screw is located at the rear of the base of the column.

▪ Drain the old hydraulic oil into a container.

▪ Screw the oil drain screw back into the tank and fill with new hydraulic oil through the

ventilation screw opening.

▪ Screw the ventilation screw into the tank.

▪ Turn on the machine and allow it to run for a short while.

▪ Check the oil level and top up hydraulic oil if necessary.

Total filling capacity of the hydraulic system:

Quantity

16.5 litres

Please note that the information here concerns initial oil filling. Depending on the type
and variant, the refill quantity may be slightly less (as some of the hydraulic components
are not empty).

Our hydraulic system is filled with OMV HLP M46 hydraulic oil.

This high-quality oil comes highly recommended when changing the oil.

A mixture of products of the same quality poses no problem.

9.2.2

Recommended hydraulic oils

Manufacturer Oil specification
OMV ATF II
SHELL Donax TA
ELF Hydrelf DS 46
ESSO Univis N46
CASTROL Hyspin AWH-M 46
ARAL Vitam VF46
GENOL Hydraulic oil 520
FUCHS Plantohyd 32S * / Renolin B46 HVI

*.....biological hydraulic oils

Oil filter

1 Filter cover 2 Filter insert

The filter insert should be changed every time the oil is changed.

Any aluminium particles can be disregarded, as these occur when the pump is running in.

Do not wash out the filter insert with petrol or paraffin products, as these damage it.

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Maintenance

9.3

Cleaning

Before cleaning work on the machine, it is vital to switch off the drive and secure it so it
cannot be switched on accidentally or started-up by unauthorised persons.

Disconnect the machine from the mains.

▪ In addition, pull out the plug of the device.

▪ Disengage the universal joint shaft on the tractor.

– Before disengaging, turn the manual throttle to minimum.

▪ Remove the universal joint shaft from the tractor.

Clean the machine regularly to ensure proper operation.

Only wash new machines (during the first 3 months) with a sponge.

▪ The paint is not yet completely set, so cleaning with a high pressure cleaner may

damage the finish.

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Additional equipment

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10.1

Additional equipment

Splitting cross

1 Splitting cross 3 Splitting blade
2 Locking clip

During the splitting process the log is split into four billets.

For uniform billets with maximum log diameter of 30-35 cm.

Not suitable for knotty or deformed wood (danger of jamming).

Fitting:

1. Extend the splitting blade approx. 30 cm and switch off the machine.

2. Push the splitting cross over the splitting blade.

3. Close the locking clip.

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Additional equipment

10.2

Splitting table

1 Splitting table 2 Fixing lever

The splitting table is for splitting short logs up to 55 cm in length.

Fitting:

Place the splitting table on the base plate.

When fitting the splitting table, be careful not to put your head under the splitting blade or
injure your head on the splitting blade.

Raise both the fixing levers, push the splitting table fully on to the frame, then lower the
levers.

10.3

Lifting unit

1 Mounting plate (frame) 4 Mounting plate (splitting blade)
2 Lifting arm 5 Lifting chain
3 Floor plate

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Additional equipment

The logs which are to be split are lifted into the splitting position by means of the lifting
device.

The lifting device must only be used when the machine is attached to the three-point linkage.

Mounting:

▪ Remove the right-hand guard bracket

▪ Screw the mounting plate (frame) onto the guard bracket bearing.

▪ Screw the pre-assembled lifting device onto the floor plate.

▪ Assemble the mounting plate (splitting blade) for the lifting chain on the splitting blade.

Set lifting chain:

Lifting arm should move up and down with the splitting blade:

▪ Hook the last chain link of the lifting chain onto the mounting plate.

Lifting arm should stay up:

▪ Mount the required chain link on the mounting plate (frame).

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Troubleshooting

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Troubleshooting

Before rectifying faults on the machine, it is vital to switch off the drive and secure it so it
cannot be switched on accidentally or started-up by unauthorised persons.

Disconnect the machine from the mains.

▪ In addition, pull out the plug of the device.

▪ Disengage the universal joint shaft on the tractor.

– Before disengaging, turn the manual throttle to minimum.

▪ Remove the universal joint shaft from the tractor.

Work on electrical equipment must only be carried out by qualified electricians.

Fault Possible cause Remedy See page

Electric motor fails to

start or switches off

frequently

Faulty power supply

cable

Fuses keep tripping -

incorrectly rated fuse for

power supply cable

Motor circuit breaker

tripped

Direction of rotation

wrong

Have the cable

examined by a

specialist

Use correctly-rated

fuses

Use stronger power

supply cable

Swap over two phases

See [➙ 14]

Switch does not work Faulty power supply

Fuses keep tripping -

incorrectly rated fuse for

power supply cable

circuit breaker faulty

Splitting blade does not

Splitting blade does not

Hydraulic oil getting too

Machine loses power Hydraulic oil getting too

extend

extend

hot

Not enough hydraulic oil

in hydraulic system

PTO shaft rotates in

Not enough hydraulic oil

in hydraulic system

Poor quality hydraulic

Not enough hydraulic oil

in hydraulic system

cable

Contactor or motor

Switch elements

jammed

wrong direction

oil

Oil filter unclean or

blocked

hot

Have the cable

examined by a

specialist

Use correctly-rated

fuses

Have switch checked or

send it in

Check switch elements

Check hydraulic oil level See [➙ 24]

Change PTO shaft

rotation direction

Check hydraulic oil level See [➙ 23]

Change hydraulic oil See [➙ 24]

Change filter insert See [➙ 25]

See "Hydraulic oil

getting too hot"

Check hydraulic oil level See [➙ 24]

See [➙ 14]

See [➙ 15]

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Splitting tool jammed Knotty wood Split log from the edge See [➙ 18]

Machine is noisy PTO shaft running too

Machine is noisy Oil filter unclean or

Hydraulic cylinder

leaking

Sealing sleeve worn Renew sealing sleeves

Piston rod guide loose Retighten piston rod

Piston rod damaged Renew piston rod

fast

blocked

Adhere to specified

speed

Change filter insert See [➙ 25]

guide

See [➙ 15]

Troubleshooting

11.1

Control lever does not

stay in return position

Latch seat in control

valve is worn

Latch seat is worn Replace latch seat

Turn the latch seat

Disposal

Disposal must be carried out in accordance with the relevant national applicable regulations
and/or guidelines.

Dispose of recyclable materials separately ensuring they are clean for recycling.

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Technical data

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Technical data

Type PZG PZGE5.5 PS
Drive
Drive type PTO PTO/Electric

motor
Output kW 7 7 / 5.5 S6 ** 5
Voltage V - 400 ­Fusing A - 16 ­Motor speed rpm - 1500 ­PTO shaft speed rpm 380 380 ­Splitting system
Splitting force t 12 12 12
Cylinder stroke cm 100 100 100
Max. pressure bar 230 230 230
Max. log length cm 110 110 110
Max. log diameter cm 50 50 50
Advance speed cm/s 16 16 / 10 11
Retraction speed cm/s 15 15 / 9 10
Dimensions *
Width cm 125 125 125
Depth cm 125 125 125
Height cm 260 260 260
Weight kg 250 275 220

*......The stated dimensions and weights are for guidance purposes and apply to the basic equipment.

**....Power rating S6: continuous-operation periodic duty with related load changes – the percentage value is shown on the rating plate.

Tractor hydraulics

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Service

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Service

Paldu- Product

To order spare parts for your machine please contact your local dealer directly.

If you require a replacement parts list for your machine, you can download this at any

time by entering the serial number at the following link:

www.posch.com/download

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EC Declaration of Conformity

EC Declaration of Conformity

We hereby declare that the following machine, its design and manufacture, comply with the
health and safety requirements of the EC Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC.

The machine furthermore complies with the EC Low Voltage Directive 2006/95/EC and the
EC Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Directive 2004/108/EC.

This Declaration is not valid for any modifications to the machine which are not approved
by us.

Wood splitter - Log splitter 1100-12

Item no.:
Serial no.: from 1,101,001A

To implement the health and safety requirements mentioned in the EC Directives, the
following standards are applied:

▪ EN ISO 12100 Safety of machinery - Basic concepts, general principles for design

▪ EN ISO 4254-1 Agricultural machinery – Safety - General requirements

▪ EN ISO 13857 Safety distances to prevent hazard zones being reached by upper and

lower limbs

▪ EN 349 Minimum gaps to avoid crushing of parts of the human body

▪ EN 60204-1 Electrical equipment of machines

▪ EN 609-1 Safety of log splitters

▪ EN 574 Two-hand control devices

▪ EN ISO 4413 Safety requirements - Hydraulics

Internal measures ensure that this series of devices always complies with the requirements
of the EC Directives and the applied standards.

Below is the name and address of the person who signs the above EC Declaration of
Conformity and is authorised to compile the technical documentation.

M6602 , M6604 , M6600

Leibnitz, date:

05.01.2011

Posch
Gesellschaft m. b. H.
Paul-Anton-Kellerstrasse 40
8430 Leibnitz, Austria

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Ing. Johann Tinnacher

Managing Director

Your Paldu-Dealer