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V4 - June 2016
3.
OPERATION
Prior to Starting
1.
Put rear stabiliser legs into safe moving position (4th hole down) before moving log splitter
manually
2.
Use jockey wheel to raise the towbar and disconnect the Log Splitter from the towing vehicle
3.
Check that the ground is level and there is adequate ventilation for exhaust fumes
4.
Lower the stabiliser legs and level the machine. If necessary, use a large flat support pad under
the stabiliser feet to prevent the legs from sinking. Ensure the locking screws are secured firmly.
Keep towbar Stabiliser leg /jockey wheel down while machine is in use.
5.
Check for damage and loose parts - check the condition of the Safety Stop button
6.
Check fuel, engine oil level and hydraulic oil level
7.
Wear personal protective equipment
⚠
WARNING
AVOID SLIPS!
DO NOT operate on a wet, muddy or greasy surface!
Starting the Engine
⚠
CAUTION
AVOID
flooding the engine!
Check the Safety Stop button has been
released before starting
1.
Check no one is near the splitting-zone and bystanders are clear of the machine (outside the
operations hazard area)
2.
Check the Safety Stop button is released (twist to release)
3.
Turn the Fuel Switch to the ON position (Fig 1)
4.
Turn the Engine Switch to the ON position (Fig 2)
5.
If the engine is cold, close the Choke Lever (Fig 3)
6.
Start the Engine using the Pull Cord (Fig 4) - release once the Engine is running.
7.
Once the machine is running properly, return the Choke Lever to the OPEN position.
Stopping the Engine
1.
Turn the Engine switch to the OFF position (Fig 2)
ENGINE speed and Hydraulic System Pressure have been
factory set as a safety measure and to ensure the longevity of
the machine,
DO NOT
tamper with the Motor Speed control
DO NOT
tamper with the Hydraulic Pressure Relief Valve
