AL-KO LSV 550/6, Manual

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Safety instructions
2.8 Product overview (01, 02)
The log splitters consist of the following compo-
nents:
No. Component
1 Splitting wedge
2 Transport handle
3 Splitting column
4 Adjustable retaining claws
5 Splitting table
6 Lateral rests
7 Engine
8 Base apron
9 Transport wheels
10 Locking screw for lifting rod
11 Protective bracket (2x)
12 Operating arms with control lever
and hand guard
13 Connecting bracket for operating
arms
14 Mains plug socket
15 Vent plug and filler neck for hydrau-
lic oil
16 Appliance leg On LSV 550/6: with
bores for anchoring to the ground.
17 Green and red buttons for ON/OFF
3 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
DANGER! Danger of fatal injury and dan-
ger of extremely severe injury! Lack of knowl-
edge of the safety instructions and operating in-
structions can lead to extremely serious and even
fatal injury.
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Observe all safety instructions and instruc-
tions for use in these operating instructions
as well the operating instructions which are
referred to before you start using the appli-
ance.
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Keep all supplied documents in a safe place
for future reference.
3.1 Operator
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Young people under 16 years of age and
people who do not know the operating in-
structions are not allowed to use the tool. Ob-
serve any country-specific safety regulations
regarding the minimum age of the user.
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Inexperienced operating personnel must be
instructed and trained in the operation of the
appliance.
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Do not operate the appliance if you are under
the influence of alcohol, drugs or medication.
3.2 Personal protective equipment
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Wear clothing and protective equipment in
accordance with the regulations in order to
avoid injury to the head and limbs as well as
to avoid hearing impairment.
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The clothing must be appropriate (tightly fit-
ting) and must not restrict movements. If you
have long hair, it is essential to wear a hair
net. Never wear loose items of clothing or ac-
cessories that be pulled into the appliance,
e.g. scarves, loose-fitting shirts, long neck
chains.
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The personal protective equipment compris-
es:
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Hearing protection and protective eye-
wear
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Long trousers and sturdy shoes
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Protective gloves
3.3 Safety in the workplace
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Work only in daylight or under very bright arti-
ficial light.
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Ensure that the appliance is stable:
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Operate the appliance only on firm and
level ground.
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Anchor the appliance to the ground (if
possible with the appliance).
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Never expose the appliance to rain or snow.
Water entering the appliance can result in an
electric shock.
3.4 Safety of persons, animals and property
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Note that the user is responsible for acci-
dents and damage that may befall other per-
sons or their property.
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Use the appliance only for the purposes for
which it is intended. Any non-intended use
can lead to injury and property damage.
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Switch on the appliance only when there are
no other persons or animals in the working
area.