Wel-Bilt Horizontal Manual Hydraulic Log Splitter — 10-Ton

the ram is spring loaded, when you release pressure it begins to retract automatically, you need only retract the ram enough to remove the split wood, perhaps a couple of inches, thus if your wood is all more or less the same length...easy

To retract the ram you turn the valve at the base of the hydraulic unit. What helps is to not completely retract it, but just enough so that the next log barely fits. If you have a lot of wood to split and you are relying on this splitter it will take a lot of time and probably isn't for you. If you have a few that won't split with an axe/maul and want some mechanical assistance, this is perfect.

There is a nob on the ram. I turned it slowly to return the ram to near the size of log I was splitting. I saved time.

no there is a knob to release pressure from pump . speed of retraction is normal for a pump jack and not annoying

Nope it has a twist release at the back and you unscrew, the ram comes back then you re-tighten it. It was not annoying to me.

Simply turn the knurled handle counterclockwise to retract the Ram.

No. The ram retracts by turning the knurled handle counterclockwise. You can make it retract quickly, if you like, or slower.

both. the left handle moves the log quicker while right handle moves slower with more power to split tough logs

Independantly, one is for a more powerful thrust and one is more for nothcing it up and the harder logbreaks. Pretty effective actually.

I found that the right side pump handle moves the ram a shorter distance than the left, however using both in tandem action works as well as just using one. Besides it makes for a good workout. Once you have the length of your log you can stop the ram during retraction and cut down on the forward distance it must travel to make contact with the log.

The levers on this Wel-Bilt manual log splitter operate independently.

I USE THE HANDLES SEPARATELY, BUT THEY WILL WORK IN TANDEM.

Independently. You start with the left, longer travel, lever until tension is built, then switch to right, which has a shorter travel and generates more torque (if that's the right term). Once the split has started, you can go back to the longer travel lever to force it through the split.

To be honest you can use them either way, In tandum one behind the other or I found it to be a little easier to use the left handle to move the ram against the log [ it seems to move the ram faster] and then i use the right handle to split the log [ it seems to move the ram slower but with more force] I hope this helps with your question!!

Very small ones. Good in a garage, useless in the yard.

The heavy end has two small wheels. Suitable for rolling across firm ground or pavement. They're not widely spaced enough to be stable on rough ground, and they have very little ground clearance.

It comes with 2 small wheels on the back, its easy to move with the handle and wheels.

YES IT HAS WHEELS AND TIRES ,

yes

Yes, this Wel-Bilt Horizontal Log Splitter includes 2 wheels for easy maneuverability.

My unit was filled and did not have to be filled for many years of service. There is a small rubberized "button" on the surface of the jack (near the "bottom) which can readily be removed with strong fingernails. Fill it completely (with the handles in the BACK position) and then replace the rubber button (most likely have to use a blunt (NOT SHARP) screwdriver to re-seat. Be careful to NOT puncture or damage the button!

Yes, it's ready to go.

It's ready to go out of the box. No assembly or filling of any kind is required.

The splitter I received did have the hydraulic fluid already installed. The unit was ready to go out of the box.

This log splitter is shipped with a cylinder that's filled with hydraulic fluid.

You might have trouble with splitting something that big. I was able to use it on 13" logs and it started having issues there. It would push the log up instead of split it. I had to hold the log in place. It has the power to split the log, just not a high enough blade. I suppose you can weld on an extension to the blade which would resolve this issue but it might be easier to chain saw or us a maul and sledge the 2' log in two and then use this splitter to finish the job.

I have split logs that big but the unit didnt really like it too much and you have to keep rotating the log taking chunks out at a time

It's certainly not designed for logs that big, and you'd probably have to hold them in place until the jack pressed it against the splitting edge, but if they are somewhat dry, you might be able to get away with cracking them on one side and rotating 180 degrees until you get a full split.

This manual hydraulic log splitter is designed for logs that are 6" diameter or less.

I have split 14" green oak with no problem. The thing is pretty powerful. I recommend that the log end on the plunger side be flat against it. An angled piece on the plunger side puts some strain on the welds. On the splitter side it doesn't matter.

6-1/2 diameter!!!
I'd say it doesn't need splitting if it's that small.

I have had 26" split successfully, any bigger and I wouldn't want to lift it LOL

This Wel-Bilt Horizontal Manual Hydraulic Log Splitter is designed to split logs up to 18in. long with a 6 1/2in. diameter.

barely any. just keep oil in pump topped off and wedge sharp and free of debris

Inspect the splitter for lose or damaged parts before use, after use a simple wipe down with a soft rag will do. Check for hydrolic oil leaks and clean up as needed.

You will need to bleed this Wel-Bilt log splitter and also check and add hydraulic oil as needed. After every use wipe down the splitter to remove any tree sap or dirt left behind to extend the life of the splitter.

Any hydraulic jack oil from the hardware store should do.

The Wel-Bilt 10-Ton Log Splitter will use hydraulic jack oil, which can be found locally at most auto parts or hardware stores.

Parts are available from our Replacement Parts Department. Please call 1-800-222-5381 for pricing and availability.

The Wel-Bilt Horizontal Log Splitter has an oil plug located on top of the cylinder between the handles. When removed you can check and fill oil as needed, simply fill to just below the plug itself. Bleeding the cylinder is done a few simple steps that are detailed in the manual. Basically the ram is extended, oil filled, then retracted quickly to force any air out of the unit.