Splitting Operation
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b) Set to
Vertical
position
Vertical Splitting Position
Pull out horizontal lock catch pin, grasp lifting handle and lift beam until it rotates into vertical
position.
WARNING
:
Crush hazard. The beam is heavy – do not let it just drop. It could crush
fingers or cause damage to the splitter.
1) Lock in vertical position using catch pin through the vertical lock.
2) To return to horizontal position, unlock vertical position, grasp lifting handle and lower
beam carefully in a controlled manner until it rests on the tow bar, lock beam in the
horizontal position with catch pin.
4. Start
engine
Start the engine.
See the engine owner’s manual for engine starting instructions.
NOTE:
a) Make sure the hydraulic oil is above 10
°
F before starting the engine. Cold hydraulic oil can
damage the hydraulic pump.
b) If outdoor air temperature is below 32
°
F, allow log splitter to warm up by extending and
returning the wedge several times before splitting wood.
WARNING:
Burns.
To avoid burns, stay clear of hot muffler if you are starting a warm engine.
Carbon monoxide.
The running engine gives off carbon monoxide, a poisonous gas
that can kill you. You CANNOT smell it, see it, or taste it. If you start to feel sick,
dizzy, or weak while using the log splitter, shut off the engine and get to fresh air
RIGHT AWAY. See a doctor. You may have carbon monoxide poisoning.
Other exhaust dangers
. Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle
components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth
defects, or other reproductive harm. Avoid inhalation of exhaust.
Horizontal lock
Vertical lock
Lifting handle
