Important Safety Rules
WARNING
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Position muffler at least 7 feet from combustible objects.
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Before adding fuel, stop the engine and keep heat, sparks, and
flame away. Do not add fuel when engine is running or still hot. No
smoking near engine.
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Do not pump fuel directly into engine at gas station. Static charge
can build and ignite fuel. Use an approved fuel container to transfer
petrol to the engine. Wipe up fuel spills immediately.
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Store and handle fuel outdoors. Gasoline vapors can ignite if they
collect inside an enclosure. Explosion can result.
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Do not change or add to exhaust system. Fire can result.
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Do not change or add fuel tanks or fuel lines. Fire can result.
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Before each use, check fuel tank and fuel lines for leaks. Any fuel
leak is a fire hazard. Fix any fuel leaks before starting engine.
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During transportation take precautions to make sure machine will
not tip over and cause a fuel leak and fire hazard. Engine fuel lever
should be turned to off while transporting this log splitter.
5.) Risk of fire and explosion.
Hot exhaust fumes from the engine can cause a fire. Gasoline is
highly flammable and explosive. You can be burned or seriously
injured when handling fuel.
6.) Breathing hazard.
Poisonous fumes from the engine can kill you. Do not operate
indoors even if ventilated. This product is intended for outdoor
use only.
7.) Hot muffler.
You can be burned by the muffler. Do not touch muffler during
or immeiately after use.
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