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Never allow more than one person at a time to use the log splitter. This log splitter is designed for
use by only one person. The same person should both load and operate the log splitter. Use by
more than one person at a time creates a risk of injury.
Using the Log Splitter
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Always stand in the operator zone when
operating the log splitter. Keep your body and
hands away from the ram and the wedge while
the ram is in motion. (See figure 5.)
1. Select logs for splitting that are cut square on the ends and
are no more than 24" long.
2. Place the log splitter on flat, level ground that provides
secure footing.
3. Secure the wheels to prevent unexpected movement.
4. Start the engine and set the throttle to "Fast".
5. Grasp a log on the sides and place it on the log splitter,
centering it on the I-beam. Push the log firmly against the
wedge to help hold it in place. (See Figure 6.)
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Do not grasp the log by the ends when loading it
onto the log splitter. (See figure 7.) Doing so may
lead to a potentially severe injury. Always grasp
logs on the sides when loading.
6. If one end of a log is not cut square, position the log so that
the slanted end faces toward the wedge and butts against the
bottom
of the wedge. (See figure 8.)
OPERATOR
ZONE
OPERATOR
ZONE
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