Summary of Important Safety Information for Operation
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Log stuck on wedge
. 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. If this happens,
follow the directions below to manually remove the log:
IMPORTANT
:
NEVER attempt to remove a stuck log by using the hydraulic force of the splitter, or by
modifying or adding attachments to 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.
1.
Retract ram fully.
2.
Turn engine OFF.
3.
Remove stuck log from the wedge
manually
with a pry bar or a sledgehammer. 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 resplit a stuck log once it has been removed from the wedge.
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, blower housing rotating screen, 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.
