Posch M6140, Operating Instructions Manual

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General safety information
The machine may only be operated by persons who are familiar with the machine’s
operation and hazards and with the user manual.
▪ It is the operator’s responsibility to provide appropriate staff training.
Persons under the influence of alcohol, drugs or pharmaceutical products that impair
responsiveness must not operate or maintain the machine.
The machine may only be operated if it is in perfect working condition.
Only operate the machine if it is in a stable position.
Minimum age of operative: 18 years.
Only one person may operate the machine at a time.
Take regular breaks to ensure concentration.
Ensure that your workplace is adequately illuminated since poor lighting can significantly
increase the risk of injury.
Never work without the protective guards in place.
Only carry out repair, setup, maintenance and cleaning work when the drive is switched off
and the tool is stationary.
▪ If the machine is driven by an electric motor, set main switch to 0 and disconnect the
power cable.
Never leave the machine running unattended.
Switch off the machine's drive unit before carrying out any adjustments.
Only use original - POSCH - spare parts.
Do not modify or tamper with the machine.
Work on electrical equipment must only be carried out by qualified electricians.
Never use damaged cables.
Machines with electric motors must not be used in the rain as this can lead to a malfunction
of the switch or the motor.
Safety instructions for log splitter
Do not hold the log with your hand while splitting.
Do not reach into the splitting area.
Only use the machine outdoors.
Wear safety shoes and close-fitting clothes when working with this device.
Wear protective gloves.
Never split angle-cut wood.
Keep the work area free of chips and wood residues.
Shut the drive down before removing any jammed pieces of wood.
Max. log length 10 - 55 cm
Always retract the splitting tool when the machine is being transported or is not in operation.
The working pressure of the hydraulic system must not exceed 250 bar.
Noise
The workplace-related, A-rated emission sound pressure level is 70 dB(A), measured at the
operative's ear.
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