YARDMAX YS0552 5 Ton Electric Log Splitter

Yardmax electric log splitter will be an ideal choice for you to do a daily log splitting job. It is a lightweight, durable, and good metal built that comes with a workable stand that will speed up your work, and you can get them done the job very fast with the help of its decent driving force.

And also for some more benefits, this device may be on your list of favourites as it is well balanced and less physical work needs. The proper body structure, working capacity, and good hydraulic system make the device perfect or handy user. Let's know about the device.

Key Features of the YARDMAX YS0552 Electric Log Splitter

Powerful Force:

The device comes with a decent 5 tons of pressure that can easily chop a log, for instance. However, the 15 Amp motor with the 120volt of electricity makes the device perfect for splitting the job.

The pressure will preferably perfect for all kind s of the log. The device has many other features; if you consider those and pick the advantage of the utility, you won't look at other cons. The 5 Ton ram force makes the log splitter handy for single person use and usable for a long time with its powerful force.

Provided Stand

A mounting stand always keeps the device perfect for different height and gender of people. Some people like to operate on a flat space, and some are wanted to keep work on minimum height.

So the provided mounting stand can suitably perfect for those situations. On the other hand, if you don't need the stand, you can disassemble it, or if you need, you can quickly assemble it. You need a minimum time to keep the stand with you.

The built quality of the stand is a solid structure with well ironic metal and cover up with the paint. The curvey structure of the stand makes unique from all sorts of the electric splitter. The unique looks increase the recreational purpose and motivate you to use it for a long time.

Log Tray

The log tray is an important part of a log splitter. The tray will help you to keep the log inline when you are working on the splitter. The tray will also support you when you go to split a large diameter of the log. 

The log tray and cradle catches save time and prevent falling down of the log. If you follow the correct size of the proper log way, the log tray increases the usability of the work as well as speeds up the work.

Easy splitting

The Yardmax log splitter can split a maximum of 20.5 inches in length and 10 inches in diameter. The device can able to take the right amount of length. When you push with the ram, the log perfectly settled down toward the wedge. 

The sharpened wedge is well strong and maintains a good build quality. You don't need to worry about the wedge. Just check the wedge before every splitting if you see any distortion sharpen the wedge.

Cylinder cycle time

When you are trying to work fast and get the outcome quickly, then the cycle time will help to complete the task. The device has a standard 16 seconds cycle time that will increase your user experience and functioning with smooth operation. 

You may see there's a lot of splitters have more cycle time then the mentioned here. From the partial topic the cycle time, you need to know lower the cycle time higher the user experience.

Balance

The device is pretty much well balanced with or without a stand. The metal structure makes the device perfect for balancing. By the way, the weight distribution is good enough to operate and store. 

Though it doesn't fold when the product needs to keep for a long time, you can store it vertically. You need to uninstall the mounting stand and set it in a vertical position. But the device is not for vertical working.

Durable

The device is made with great quality metal which makes the device durable for everyday use. The provided stand, Tray handlebar is well designed and eye-catching for all sorts of use. The hydraulic system is top-notch and doesn't need to put hydraulic fluid initially.

It comes with hydraulic fluid, but if you face any problem next time you may need to change the fluid. So if you follow all safety rules as instructed, you will not face any problem. The durable structure favourably suitable for daily-basis of use.

Lightweight & Portable

If you give an option of some random people, what will you prefer for a splitting job at home? Heavyweight log splitter or Lightweight splitter. The answer must be in lightweight options Because, for a homeowner, the broad and heavyweight splitter won't help him.

Another way that could be a problem for him. So everybody chooses a lightweight but good product. The splitter is only 108 pounds. And the optimum size is without Stand 40.5" x 13.8" x 19.3" and with Stand 40.5" x 17.7" x 39".

In the case of portability, the device has a generous 7 inches diameter of a wheel. You attached withstand or not. But the standard wheel size makes the device convenient and portable.

Assembly

For this device, minimum assembly is required. The device comes readily. You need to insert the mounting stand if you want. If you don't want to insert the stand just follow the manual and start working. The 4ft extension cord is durable and maintained a balanced structure for secure electric supply.

In-Brief Technical information

• Model Number YS0552
• Splitting Force 5 ton
• Log Capacity 20.5" in length and 10" in diameter
• Wedge Size 5"
• Hydraulic Capacity 0.93 gal
• Cylinder Cycle Time 16 sec
• Wheel size 7."
• Motor 15 amp
• Product Weight 108 lbs
• Size — without Stand 40.5" x 13.8" x 19.3"
• Size — with Stand 40.5" x 17.7" x 39"
• Operating Position Horizontal
• Stroke Limiter, Stand, Log Tray Included

Have you face jammed log problem?

There are many reasons responsible for the log jamming problem. The problem occasionally arises from the device Ram's, Hydraulic system, unsharpen wedge, Etc.

If the hydraulic is unable to pressure enough to split a log, then you have to quickly check on the hydraulic fluid or the parts related to the system. Try not to split the log into the upper parts of the wedge. If you do, so there's a possibility of breaking the blade or damaging the machine.

First, provide a log onto the device and start chopping, if you see there's a problem with the starting position, then repeat the procedure and check where the problem arises.

And it will be easy for you to identify the problem and able to solve it. But don't try to use the jammed log with your bare hand or other objects. This could be fatal for you and the device.

Safety precautions you should consider during the work?

How can you increase the longevity of the device?

Some steps need to follow for proper maintenance. The electric log splitter performs through a hydraulic system. Thus if significant problems arise, it comes to the hydraulic system.

So if you want to keep the device for a long time, try to maintain the hydraulic system clean and check if there any leakage or is it filled with fluid or not. You have to remove the air from the hydraulic cylinder.

The bleed screw needs to loosen enough to maintain air problem-solving. Always try to clean the device after every usage. Keep the splitter in a clean and dry place. You can also cover the splitter if the time period is longer.

Sum up

Considering the above information and looking at the functionality of the device, it must be ahead of its time and ever more. And with the proper installation and regular maintenance, you can use it for upmost longer period of time.

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