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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING!
Read this Safety & Operating Instructions manual before you
use the KINETIC LOG SPLITTER. Become familiar with the
operation and service recommendations to ensure the best
performance from your machine. If you have any questions or
need assistance, please contact your local dealer.
WARNING LABELS
Your KINETIC LOG SPLITTER carries prominent labels as reminders for
its proper and safe use. Shown below are copies of all the Safety and
Information labels that appear on the equipment. Take a moment to study
them and make a note of their location on your LOG SPLITTER as you set
up and before you operate the unit. Replace damaged or missing safety
and information labels immediately.
PROTECTING YOURSELF AND THOSE AROUND YOU
WARNING!
This is a high-powered machine, with moving parts operating
with high energy. You must operate the machine safely.
Unsafe operation can create a number of hazards for you,
as well as anyone else in the nearby area. Always take the
following precautions when using this machine:
1. Keep in mind that the operator or user is responsible for accidents or
hazards occurring to other people, their property, and themselves.
2. Always wear protective goggles or safety glasses with side shields
while using the Log Splitter to protect your eyes from possible
thrown debris.
3. Avoid wearing loose clothing or jewelry, which can catch on moving
parts.
4. We recommend wearing gloves while using the Log Splitter. Be sure
your gloves fit properly and do not have loose cuffs or drawstrings.
5. Wear shoes with non-slip treads when using your Log Splitter. If you
have safety shoes, we recommend wearing them. Do not use the
machine while barefoot or wearing open toed sandals.
6. Wear long pants while operating the Log Splitter.
7. Use ear protectors or ear plugs rated for at least 20 dba to protect
your hearing.
8. Keep bystanders at least 50 feet away from your work area at all
times. Stop the motor when another person or pet approaches.
SAFETY FOR CHILDREN AND PETS
WARNING!
Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the
presence of children and pets. Children are often attracted
to the machine and the splitting activity. Never assume that
children will remain where you last saw them. Always follow
these precautions:
1. Keep children and pets at least 50 feet from the working area and
ensure they are under the watchful care of a responsible adult.
2. Be alert and turn the machine off if children or pets enter the work
area.
3. Never allow children to operate the Log Splitter.
GENERAL SAFETY
WARNING!
Operating this Log Splitter safely is necessary to prevent or
minimize the risk of death or serious injury. Unsafe operation
can create a number of hazards for you. Always take the
following precautions when operating this Log Splitter:
1. Your Log Splitter is a powerful tool, not a plaything. Exercise
extreme caution at all times. The machine is designed to split logs.
Do not use it for any other purpose.
2. Know how to stop the Log Splitter quickly; see “stopping the motor”
3. Never operate your unit on a slippery, wet, muddy, or icy surface.
Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling.
4. See manufacturer’s instructions for proper operation and installation
of accessories
5. Never use the machine without ensuring that all guards and shields
are in place.
6. Never, under any conditions, remove, bend, cut, fit, weld, or
otherwise alter standard parts on the Log Splitter. This includes all
shields and guards. Modifications to your machine could cause
personal injuries and property damage and will void your warranty.
7. Allow only one person to operate the Log Splitter at any time. This
includes placing the log on the beam.
8. If the machine should start making an unusual noise or vibration,
shut off the Motor, Unplug the Power Cord, wait five minutes
for machine to cool down then inspect for damage. Vibration is
generally a warning of trouble. Check for damaged parts and clean,
repair and replace as necessary.
9. Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper operation
regularly.
10. Before performing any maintenance or inspection procedure on the
Log Splitter, shut off the Motor, unplug the Power Cord and wait five
minutes for machine to cool down.
11. Never allow people who are unfamiliar with these instructions to use
the Log Splitter. Allow only responsible individuals who are familiar
with these rules of safe operation to use your machine.
12. Never overload or attempt to split logs beyond the recommendations
listed in this manual. Personal injury or damage to the machine
could result.
13. While using the Log Splitter, don’t hurry or take things for granted.
When in doubt about the equipment or your surroundings stop the
machine and take the time to look things over.
14. Never operate the machine when under the influence of alcohol,
drugs, or medication.
15. Use the machine only in daylight.
16. Stay alert for hidden hazards or traffic.
17. Keep all nuts and bolts tight and keep the equipment in good
operating condition.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer,
its service agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a
hazard.
• The appliance should be supplied via a residual current device (RCD)
with a tripping current of not more than 30mA.
Long power cables will cause a drop in voltage, impairing the
performance of the machine.
• Cables up to 25m long can have 1.5mm2 conductors, while cables
longer than 25m must have 2.5mm2 conductors.
Supply cords shall not be lighter than,
if rubber insulated, ordinary tough rubber sheathed flexible
cord (code designation 60245 IEC 53)
-- if polyvinyl chloride insulated, ordinary polyvinyl chloride
sheathe flexible cord (code designation 60227 IEC 53)
• Ensure that the plug pins on the cable and the machine are not bent,
and that the weight of the cable will not pull the socket part.
• Do not separate the plug and socket by pulling on the cables.
