Splitter issue

[Ctwoodtick]

went to start my hydraulic splitter this morning, which is a 25 ton dirty handtools model. Pull the chain to start it after doing all the normal stuff and the chain just pulls freely with no resistance in which to start the motor. I’m guessing this is some thing that happens fairly routinely, but I haven’t dealt with it yet. Any ideas on how to fix? Thanks in advance!

 

[Ctwoodtick]

I should put this post in The Gear section. I just moved it there.

 

[EatenByLimestone]

When you pull the cord, 2 arms should extend into pockets on the flywheel.

I’m sure there’s plenty of YouTube videos on recoil starters.

 

[Ctwoodtick]

Thank you for the info. I’ll take it apart soon and let you know what I come up with.

 

[Ctwoodtick]

Thank you for the info. I’ll take it apart soon and let you know what I come up with.

After I just yanked the string quick and hard, something got jostled in there and it’s working like normal again,. Thanks again for the advice.

 

[EatenByLimestone]

Must have been out of alignment. Fixed it and you didn’t even hit it with a hammer! Win!

 

[Woodsplitter67]

I should put this post in The Gear section. I just moved it there.

Pull the cover and blow the dirt and dust.. you need to lube the dog ears and lube the spring.. that won't hurt