Brave MVH1334C, Owner/Operator And Safety Manual

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3 . Start the engine using the instructions from
the engine manual. If the log splitter has
not been running (cold engine), warm up
the engine and hydraulic system by
running the engine at half throttle for three
to four minutes, then advance the engine
throttle control to maximum speed.
Operation – Horizontal Position
WARNING
Before loading and operating the log splitter,
put on the proper protective gear such as
safety goggles, face shield, hearing
protection, tight-fitting gloves (without
drawstrings or loose cuffs), and steel-
toed shoes.
4 . Use the following photos for the correct
and incorrect methods of splitting logs.
Never split a log using an incorrect or
unsafe method.
a . Place the log on the log splitter. Grasp
the log on the sides near the middle of
the block. Center the log, side-to-side
on the rail of the log splitter, making
sure that the sawed end is against the
large plate (end plate), opposite the
splitting wedge.
CAUTION
Do not place your hands on the
ends of the log when loading the
log splitter.
This is a very
UNSAFE method and could result in injury
to your hands.