The Handy THLS-6-PLUS, Operators Manual & Partslist

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GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
It is important that you read and understand the owner’s manual and labels affixed to the
machine. Learn its application and limitations as well as the specific potential hazards. Retain
these instructions for future reference. The operator is responsible for following the warnings &
instructions in this manual and on the product.
Read & understand operator’s manual
before using the machine. Failure to
follow instructions could result in death
or serious injury.
Always pay full attention to the
movement of the log pusher.
Do not attempt to load the log on
until the log pusher has stopped.
Keep hands out of the way of all
moving parts.
Wear gloves to protect your hands
Keep your hands away from splits
and cracks which open in the log.
They may close suddenly and
crush your hands.
Do not remove jammed logs with
your hands
Whenever the machine is in use, safety
glasses must be worn to safeguard
against flying objects.
Hearing protection must also be used to
protect the operators hearing.
If the operator is working in an area
where there is a risk of falling objects, a
safety helmet must also be worn.
Unplug when not in use, before
making adjustments, changing
parts, cleaning, or working on the
log splitter. Consult the technical
manual before servicing.
Wear foot protection
Take used oil to an authorized
collection point or follow the
local stipulations that apply
where the log splitter is being
used.
Do not discharge into drains, soil
or water.
Check your log splitter before turning it
on. Keep guards in place and in working
order. Frequently check to see that keys
and adjusting wrenches are removed
from the tool area before turning it on.
Replace damaged, missing or failed parts
before using it.
10m
Keep all bystanders & animals at
least 10 metres away from the
machine during operation.
If approached, stop the machine
immediately.
Safety alert symbol. Used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that
follow this symbol to avoid possible injury.
DANGER
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in serious injury.
WARNING
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in serious injury
CAUTION
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.
CAUTION
Used without the safety alert symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
may result in property damage
.