Powerhorse M1175B, Owner'S Manual

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10
Moving and Towing to the Job Site
WARNING
The log splitter is heavy. It can crush and cause serious injury if it rolls out of control or
tips over.
Follow the instructions below for safely moving and towing the log splitter.
Moving the log splitter:
1. Place in
Horizontal
position
Make sure the log splitter is locked in the horizontal position with latch rod
before moving
.
NEVER move log splitter when it is in vertical configuration because it will be
unstable and could tip.
2. Engine off.
IMPORTANT: Make sure log splitter engine is off.
Never move the log splitter with its engine running.
3. Fuel valve off
(if equipped)
Turn fuel valve off to prevent carburetor flooding and reduce the chance of fuel
leakage. Refer to Engine owner’s manual for fuel valve location.
4. Lock: Support leg
DOWN Lock the support leg
in the “DOWN” position
before you move the log splitter.
5.
Move log splitter
to work site or
tow hitch
Move log splitter by hand either directly to chosen work site or to vehicle
hitch for towing.
(See Before Each Use: Step Three: i nstructions on selecting a work site)
Important Safety Instructions :

Hills. Do not move the log splitter up or down hills by hand - use a towing
vehicle.

No riding. Never allow anyone to sit or ride on the log splitter.

No cargo. Never transport cargo or wood on the log splitter.
Support leg