Timber tuff 5 ton eletric log splitter will not move

Likely a thermal switch in the motor. Trick is determining if the motor is actually over heating or a defective thermal switch.

My thought is that there is air in the line. I had problem like that with my splitter. To cure it I had to stand the splitter on end because the oil fill is at the wedge end. I filled it. set it back horizontal and cycled the ram full length 3 times. I stood it on end again and could add more fluid. When I filled again it was now full of fluid and works properly. It also could be that the splitter is not powerful enough to split that size log down the middle. I must take a smaller bite then it works.

Its only a guess but see if its sheared the drive key between the motor and pump.

check all hydraulic filters, if ok, pump maay need service or oil too thick

Replace the Hydraulic oil in the log splitter after
every 150 hours of use. Take following steps to
replace it.

1. Make sure all moving parts stops and the log splitter is unplugged.
2. Unscrew Oil Drain Bolt with Dipstick to remove it.
3. Turn the log splitter on the Support Leg side over an 4 liters capacity container to drain the hydraulic oil off.
4. Turn the log splitter on the the motor side.
5. Refill fresh hydraulic oil at the volume as per the hydraulic oil capacity of a particular model indicated in above specifications table.
6. Clean the surface of Dipstick on the Oil Drain Bolt and put it back into the oil tank while keep the log splitter vertically.
7. Make sure the level of the refilled oil is just between 2 grooves around the Dipstick.
8. Clean the Oil Drain Bolt before thread them back. Make sure they are tightened to avoid leakage before place the log splitter horizontally.

Periodically check oil level to ensure it is between
2 grooves around the Dipstick. Upon Lower oil
level, oil refilling is required.

Source:
http://www.qci.net/files/5_Ton_Log_Splitter_-_USE_THIS_MANUAL.pdf

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Hi, not much info to go on here, but;

have you ensured that your outlet automatic fuse (if applicable) will handle the current of the electric motor? Check ratings. If motor rating is close to automatic fuse limits, you will need a "slow" type auto fuse or use a larger capasity outlet. This the first thing to check before looking further at the splitter itself, assuming that it is the fuse of your outlet that you blew?.

Kjell

look for a limit switch that might have debri in it not allowing it to read properly.

First of all, I hate to, but have to ask, have you verified oil level is up to proper level? Have you checked power at directional solenoid when handle is moved to different directions, as well as released? Obviously when handle is in stop position, there shouldn't be power to motor in either direction. I can't see exact model, or design obviously,but that would be a good place to start.

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