Gardeo GFBHT65-22TBSI/C, Original Instructions Manual

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IMPORTANT SAFETY RULES
WARNING
1.) Read this manual completely.
Serious injury or death can result if safety instructions are not
followed.
Everyone who operates the log splitter must read and
completely understand all safety rules, operating instructions,
and maintenance instructions.
You must be 16 or older to operate this machine. Keep
untrained people away.
-Shut engine off before leaving log splitter unattended
2.) Crush hazard.
Wedge can cut through skin and break bones. Keep both
hands away from wedge and endplate.
-Serious accidents can happen when other people are allowed
inside the work zone. Keep everyone else out of the work zone
while operating control valve.
-Do not wear loose clothing. It can get tangled in moving parts
of log splitter.
-Only use the log splitter in daylight so you can see what you
are doing.
3.) Flying objects.
Pieces of log may fly out while splitting. Wear safety glasses.
Serious eye injury can occur.
4.) Skin injection hazard.
High pressure fluid can inject under skin resulting in serious
injury including amputation.
-Make sure all fittings are tight before applying pressure.
Relieve system pressure before servicing.
-Do not check for leaks with hand. Instead, use a piece of
cardboard to check for leaks.
-If skin injection happens, seek immediate “Surgical
Treatment”.
5.) Towing hazard.
Serious injury or death can occur if towing safety rules are not
followed.
-Drive safely. Be aware of the added length of the log splitter.
-Never ride or transport cargo on the log splitter.
-Drive the vehicle with the log splitter securely attached.
-Turn off the vehicle before leaving the log splitter unattended.
-Choose a level surface to operate the log splitter.
-Block the log splitter wheels to prevent unintended movement.
-Never tow or operate this splitter while under the influence of
alcohol, drugs, or medication.