How to Repair a Log Splitter

If you own a gas powered log splitter that you use frequently, it may eventually require repairs.

Depending on where you purchased the machine, you may have a warranty,

or the store’s technicians may be able to do the work for you as a service.

However, if you bought a model that was used or is no longer under warranty,

you may want to take on the repair of your hydraulic log splitter yourself.

There are just a few basic components to a hydraulic log splitter.

These are, in addition to the steel frame and wheels for ease of moving, a hydraulic cylinder,

an oil pump, a control valve and a gas powered engine.

Tools and materials may vary depending on what is wrong with the splitter,

but in general, it’s good to have a few basic items on hand.

Step 1: Troubleshoot – Oil Pump

Knowing precisely what is wrong with your log splitter is the first step to repair.

If you keep enough hydraulic fluid in the reserve tank, the oil pump should be in good working order.

You may need to replace the oil filter if it is old and worn out. Additionally, the hosing that channels the high-pressure and low-pressure fluid to and from the cylinder might need replacing.http://www.cnsuperpower.com/