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Summary of Important Safety information for Operation
Loading/Unloading
Unsplit log pile
. Do not pile logs to be split in a place that will make you reach across the log splitter in order to
load them
.
Hold bark side
. Hold the bark side of logs when loading or positioning, never the ends. Never place your hands or
any part of your body between a log and any part of the log splitter.
Ram moving
. NEVER load or unload logs while the ram is moving.
Cracks
. Cracks in logs can close quickly and pinch fingers. Keep fingers away from any cracks that open in
partially split logs
.
Split log pile
. Move each log away from log splitter after it is split. Split logs left near the log splitter are a trip
hazard
.
Remove hands
. Remove both hands from log before activating Split Control Lever.
Hand activate
. Use only your hand to operate the Split Control Lever. Never use any other body part, or a rope,
cable, or other remote device to actuate the control.
Returning ram
. Once the control valve is actuated in the return direction, the ram is designed to keep returning by
itself completely and then stop automatically. Stay clear while the ram is returning. It is still powerful enough on
the return stroke to cause serious injury.
Log stuck on wedge
. If a log does not split completely and becomes stuck on the wedge, follow the instructions
below to remove the log.
A log can become stuck to the wedge if the wedge becomes embedded in the log and the log doesn't split and
separate. This can happen if the log is too stringy or tough to split completely.
A stuck log will remain on the wedge on the initial attempt to retract the ram.
1.
Retract the ram completely.
2.
Turn engine OFF.
3.
Manually remove log from wedge. Be extremely careful as log pieces may fly off as they separate from the
wedge. Wear safety goggles and make sure bystanders are clear.
4.
Do not attempt to re-split a stuck log once it has been removed from the wedge.
WARNING: NEVER
attempt to remove a stuck log by:
Modifying the splitter.
Adding attachments to the splitter.
Personal injury could result from log or metal pieces flying out at high speed toward the operator or bystanders, or
the splitter could become damaged.
Refueling
. Never refuel the engine until it has cooled at least two minutes.
Safety – After use
Remove engine debris
. Debris on a hot engine can be a fire hazard. With the engine off, clean debris and chaff
from engine cylinder head, cylinder head fins, fan housing/recoil starter, and muffler areas. Avoid contact with
hot muffler.
Let engine cool before storing.
Let engine cool for at least five minutes before storing. A hot engine can be a
fire hazard.
Storage location.
Store the log splitter in a location away from sources of heat, open flames, sparks or pilot
lights – such as water heaters, space heaters, furnaces, clothes dryers, or other gas appliances. Even if the log
splitter's gas tank is empty, residual gasoline vapors could ignite.
Gasoline storage.
Store extra gasoline in a cool, dry place in an UL approved, tightly sealed container. Gasoline
vapors can ignite if they collect inside an enclosure.
Periodic maintenance.
Perform periodic maintenance as directed in this manual to keep the log splitter in safe
working condition.
