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25-TON LOG SPLITTER - OWNER'S MANUAL
Hydraulic System Safety
The hydraulic system of the machine requires careful inspection along with the me-
chanical parts. Be sure to replace frayed, kinked, cracked, or otherwise damaged
hydraulic hoses or hydraulic components.
Hydraulic fluid can result in severe burns. Fluid in the hydraulic system can pene-
trate skin and result in serious injury or death. Be sure to stop the engine and relieve
hydraulic pressure before doing any work on hydraulic parts.
Keep body and hands away from pin holes or nozzles that expel hydraulic fluid when
under pressure. Use paper or cardboard, not hands, to search for leaks.
Ensure all hydraulic fluid connections are tight and all hydraulic hoses and lines are
in good condition before applying pressure to the system.
Do not remove the cap from the hydraulic tank or reservoir while the machine is running.
The tank could contain hot oil under pressure, which could result in serious injury.
Do not adjust the pressure setting on the hydraulic pump or valve.
If injured by escaping fluid, no matter how small the wound is, see a doctor at once.
A typical injection injury may be a small wound that does not look serious. However,
severe infection or reaction can result if proper medical treatment is not adminis-
tered immediately by a doctor who is familiar with injection injuries.
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES
Preparation Of The Log
Both ends of the log should be cut as square as possible to prevent the log from
rotating out of the splitter during operation.
Never split logs greater than the specified log capacity.
Do not operate the log splitter on icy, wet, muddy, or slippery ground. Only operate
your log splitter on level ground.
Operating on a slope could cause the log splitter to roll over or logs to fall off the
equipment, which could result in injury.
Do not move the log splitter over hilly or uneven terrain without a tow
vehicle or adequate help.
Keep the work area free of clutter. Remove split wood from around the log splitter
immediately after each use to avoid potential tripping.
