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SaFETY WaRning & cauTionS

REaD aLL inSTRucTionS BEFoRE uSing THiS TooL!

KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas invite injuries.
OBSERVE WORK AREA CONDITIONS. Do not use tools in damp, wet, or poorly lit 

locations. Don’t expose to rain. Keep work area well lit. Do not use electrically powered 

equipment in the presence of flammable gases or liquids.

KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. Children must never be allowed in the work area. Do not let them 

handle machines, tools, or  equipment.
STORE IDLE EQUIPMENT. When not in use, tools must be locked up in a dry location to 

inhibit rust. Always lock up tools and keep out of reach of children.
DO NOT FORCE THE TOOL. It will do the job better and more safely at the rate for which 

it was intended. Do not use inappropriate attachments in an attempt to exceed the tool’s 

capacities.
USE THE RIGHT TOOL FOR THE JOB. Do not use a tool for a purpose for which it was 

not intended.
DRESS PROPERLY Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry, as they can be caught in moving 

parts. Non-skid footwear is recommended. Wear restrictive hair covering to contain long hair. 

Always wear appropriate work clothing.
USE EYE, EAR AND BREATHING PROTECTION. Always wear ANSI approved impact 

safety goggles if you are producing metal filings or wood chips. Wear an ANSI approved dust 

mask or respirator when working around metal, wood, and chemical dusts and mists. Use 

ANSI approved ear protection when working in a loud or noisy environment.
DO NOT ABUSE THE POWER CORD. Protect the power cord from damage, either from 

impacts, pulling or corrosive materials. Do not yank machine’s cord to disconnect it from the 

receptacle. 
DO NOT OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Do not reach over or 

across running machines.
MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools sharp and clean for better and safer 

performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories. Inspect power 

cord periodically and, if damaged, have it repaired by an authorized technician. Inspect all 

hydraulic seals for leaks prior to use. Control handle and power switch must be kept clean, 

dry, and free from oil and grease at all times.
REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES. Be sure that keys and adjusting 

wrenches are removed from the tool or machine work surface before operation.
AVOID UNINTENTIONAL STARTING. Be sure that you are prepared to begin work before 

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WARNING: When using powered equipment, basic safety precautions should 

always  be followed to reduce the risk of personal injury and hazards. 

Summary of Contents for 40318

Page 1: ...ght Tools Copyright 1999 by Harbor Freight Tools All Rights Reserved No portion of this manual or any artwork contained herein may be reproduced in any manner shape or form without the express written...

Page 2: ...ic ram splits logs in a safe controlled manner without axes sledge hammers or wedges 5 2 Hand Safety Control Built in safety design keeps your hands away from the log and splitter during operation 6 D...

Page 3: ...ANSI approved impact safety goggles if you are producing metal filings or wood chips Wear an ANSI approved dust mask or respirator when working around metal wood and chemical dusts and mists Use ANSI...

Page 4: ...ic leaks Be sure the tool and your work area are clean and free of oil spills Hydraulic fluid can create hazards causing you to slip and fall your hands to slip while using the machine or fire hazard...

Page 5: ...Assembly K Motor Start Switch L Wheels Page 5 SKU 40318 Figure 2 Major Components Overview The only assembly required is as follows Screw Handle A D Below into Handle B E Below The Log Splitter is re...

Page 6: ...crew 14 located on the Front Cover 15 3 4 turns whenever the splitter is being used Retighten this screw when you are finished Place log onto Splitter Place the log onto the splitter lengthwise and ly...

Page 7: ...extension cord Only use rounded jacket extension cords listed by the Underwriters Laboratories UL Improper use of extension cords may cause inefficient operation of your tool which can result in overh...

Page 8: ...l is low refill using a recommended oil Sharpening the Wedge After long periods of operation and when required sharpen the wedge using a fine toothed file and carefully removing any burrs or flat spot...

Page 9: ...Model 40318 Log Splitter Parts List Page 9 SKU 40318...

Page 10: ...Page 10 SKU 40318 REV 02 02 Model 40318 Log Splitter Parts Diagram Note Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only and are not available individually as replacement parts REV 03 04...

Page 11: ...use of our product Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation of exclusion may not apply to you This warranty is expressly in...

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