Leak on 26ton Iron and Oak Valve

[G6 at Snook TX]

As I mentioned earlier, I bought an Iron and Oak log splitter. This morning, I went to check on it and other things and I noticed a leak on the valve. It was at the bolt on the lower right of the valve. Collar to tighten it seemed loose so I got that tight again, and I cleaned it up. What is the purpose of this bolt and collar on the valve? I checked the I&O manual and it is silent on what it does.

 

[LLigetfa]

I'm just guessing, but it would do one of two things, set the relief pressure or the auto-return kickout resistance.

 

[amateur cutter]

Judging from location I'm guessing pressure relief as well.

 

[G6 at Snook TX]

Should there be any drippings from it while in storage?

 

[LLigetfa]

It shouldn't leak but then how much is it leaking? My 8 year old splitter leaks a tiny amount from the spool... just enough to collect some dust. With nearly 5 gallons in the reserve tank, I'm not worried about it.

 

[G6 at Snook TX]

Not much at all. Enough to make a small mess on the shop floor, but not enough to drop the reservoir at all. I would like to stop it, but if I have to ignore then I will.

 

[jensent]

Call the factory, 1-800-350-8739 during regular busness hours.(cst) Ask for Linda or Jesse. Explain the problem. They have always been more than willing to help. We live 15mi from them.
Tom

 

[triptester]

That nut is for adjusting the return detent. The pressure relief is under the cap at the front of the valve. Attached is the instruction sheet for your valve.

www.princehyd.com/Portals/0/products/valves/LS3000InstS.pdf

 

[G6 at Snook TX]

Would I be right to assume it was too loose and allowed the fluid to bypass the back-up washer and the o-ring? Thanks for the schematic.

 

[triptester]

Possibly a worn or damaged O-ring. Tightening will only change the setting at which the detent operates.

 

[bogydave]

You just bought it new a few months ago didn't you?
They may just R&R the valves assembly for you.
Leaking like this new, it may just get worse as it gets used. "O" rings don't heal themselves.
My guess is one got pinched during assembly, you just got unlucky & got it.
It's gonna bother you every time you see the oil spot
I'd check with them for sure.

 

[G6 at Snook TX]

Thanks. I will give them a call on Monday morning.