LOG SPLITTER
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a responsible adult.
Do not operate the machine while under the
influence
of drugs, alcohol, or any medication
that could affect your ability to use it properly
.
Dress properly. Wear heavy long pants, boots,
and gloves. Do not wear loose clothing, short
pants, or jewel
le
ry of any kind. Secure long
hair so it is above shoulder level. Keep your
hair, clothing, and gloves away from moving
parts. Loose clothes, jewe
l
l
e
ry, or long hair
can be caught in moving parts.
Protect eyes, face, and head from objects that
may be thrown from the unit. Always wear
safety goggles or safety glasses with side
shields when operating.
Wear appropriate hearing protection.
Always keep hands and feet away from
all moving parts during operation. Moving
parts can cut or crush body parts.
Always keep hands and feet away from all
pinch points.
D o n o t t o u c h p a r t s t h a t m i g h t b e h o t
from operation. Allow parts to cool before
attempting to maintain, adjust, or service.
Stay alert, watch what you are doing, and use
common sense when operating the machine.
Do not overreach. Do not operate the
machine while barefoot or when wearing
sandals or similar lightweight footwear.
Wear
protective
footwear
that
will
protect your feet and improve your
footing on slippery surfaces. Keep proper
footing and balance at all times. This enables
better control of the machine in unexpected
situations.
Inspect your Machine
Check your machine before starting it. Keep
guards in place and in working order. Make
sure all nuts, bolts, etc are securely tightened.
Never operate the machine when it is in need
of repair or is in poor mechanical condition.
Replace damaged, missing, or failed parts
before using it. Check for fuel leaks. Keep the
machine in safe working condition.
Do not use the machine if the engine’s switch
does not turn it on or off. Any
petrol
powered machine that can’t be controlled with
the engine switch is dangerous and must be
replaced.
SAFETY
General Safety Rules
Understand your Machine
Read this manual and labels af
fixed
to the
machine to understand its limitations and
potential hazards.
Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and
their proper operation. Know how to stop the
machine and disengage the controls quickly.
Make sure to read and understand all the
instructions and safety precautions as outlined
in
the
Engine
Manufacturer’s
manual
packed separately with your unit. Do not
attempt to operate the machine until you
fully understand how to properly operate
and maintain the engine and how to avoid
accidental injuries and/or property damage.
If the unit is to be used by someone other than
original purchaser or loaned, rented, or sold,
always provide this manual and any needed
safety training before operation. The user can
prevent and is responsible for accidents or
injuries that may occur to themselves, other
people, and property.
Do not force the machine. Use the correct
machine for your application. The correct
machine will do the job more ef
fi
ciently and
safer at the rate it was designed.
Personal safety
Do not permit children to operate this machine
at any time.
Keep children, pets, and other people not
using the unit away from the work area. Be
alert and shut off unit if anyone enters work
area. Keep children under the watchful care of
MAX. 50 KPH
Do not transport with objects on the machine.
Maximum towing speed of
ph.
