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1.
BEFORE
operating this log splitter, make sure that you wear safety gear such as goggles or safety glasses,
steel toed shoes and tight fitting gloves (without loose cuffs or draw strings). Always wear a protective hearing
device when operating this log splitter.
2.
NEVER
wear loose clothing or jewelry that can be caught by moving parts of the log splitter. Keep clothing and
hair away from all moving parts when operating this log splitter.
3. Check all safety guards and shields to be sure they are in the proper position. Never operate with safety guards,
shields, or other protective features removed.
4. Make sure machine is on a flat, dry, solid ground before operating.
5.
ALWAYS
operate your log splitter attached on the Tractor in an open area. (Exhaust fumes contain carbon
monoxide which can be deadly when inhaled.)
6.
ALWAYS
operate your log splitter in daylight or under good artificial light.
7.
ALWAYS
operate your log splitter on level ground. (Operating on a slope could cause the log splitter to roll over
or logs to fall off.)
8.
ALWAYS
keep the work area clean. Remove split wood around the log splitter immediately so that you don’t
stumble over it.
9. Check all nuts, bolts and hydraulic fittings are tight to be sure the equipment is in a safe working condition.
10. Both ends of the log should be cut as square as possible to help prevent the log from riding out of the splitter
during operation. Do not split logs greater than 20 inches in length. Uneven logs (e.g. knotted, curved, etc.)
should not be used.
11. Do not allow familiarity with tools to make you careless. Remember that a careless fraction of a second is
sufficient to inflict serious injury.
WARNING:
The operation of any power tool can result in foreign objects being thrown into your eyes, which
can result in severe eye damage. Before beginning power tool operation, always wear safety goggles
or safety glasses with side shields and, when needed, wear a full face shield and earplugs. We
recommend a Wide Vision Safety Mask for use over eyeglasses or standard safety glasses with side
shields. Always use eye protection which is marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1.
INTENDED USE
PRE-OPERATION
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