Log Splitter Hydraulic locked up

[03marauderman]

Have an old home made log splitter that has been dormant for several years. The Old Briggs fired up no problem & I split 5-6 logs everything was fine....Several days later I noticed the ram was extended about 8 inches I went to start the motor & it was locked, as with the handle to move the ram forward & backwards. I took a log & gently whacked the handle & freed it up...I heard some gurgling in the oil reserve tank, but the pump will not turn...I put a pipe wrench on the shaft still won't move.....Stopped..... looking for advise....Would appreciate any help Thanks

 

[BigG]

Maybe back off one of the oil lines and see if the pressure is relieved and the pump can turn over.

 

[Redlands]

Watch for any spray into eye issues.

 

[03marauderman]

Well... That's my intention to crack open a fitting....but freeing the back & forth control valve should have relieved the pressure or is there somewhere else I should look for - Eye protection....great suggestion.....Thanks