Log Splitter Losing Power

[Mr.PeterJ]

Hi, I’ve been having some issues with my log splitter since the temperatures dropped.
hydraulic oil seems to be aerating, and the ram moves jerky, sometimes stopping under load without the engine bogging down. Could cold weather be making the oil too thick? Any advice would be appreciated!

 

[Gerry]

Hey @Mr.PeterJ, cold weather can definitely make hydraulic oil thicker, which can cause aeration and jerky movement in your log splitter. You might want to check if you're using the right viscosity oil for low temperatures, switching to a winter-grade hydraulic fluid could help. Also, let the splitter run for a few minutes before use to warm up the oil. If air is getting into the system, check for loose fittings or a clogged filter. Hope that helps!

 

[Maxx_03]

Sounds like the cold could definitely be thickening up your hydraulic oil. Have you tried switching to a lower-viscosity winter-grade fluid? Letting it warm up a bit before splitting might help too!

 

[Albert78]

Yeah, cold weather can definitely mess with hydraulic oil. A winter-grade fluid might help, and letting it warm up before working could make a big difference. Have you checked for any air leaks in the system?

 

[RockRider85]

Hey @Mr.PeterJ, cold weather can definitely thicken the oil and mess with the performance. Switching to winter-grade hydraulic oil and letting the splitter warm up should help. Also, double-check the fittings and air leaks, they could be causing some of that jerky movement.

 

[Jake johnson]

Hi, cold temps can definitely thicken the oil and mess with performance. Besides switching to winter-grade hydraulic fluid, have you tried keeping the log splitter in a warmer area before use? It might help prevent that jerky movement and reduce the aeration issues.