Wallenstein 720123, Operator'S Manual

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Safety
WXR720/L, WXR740/L
Trailer Wood Splitter
Safety
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6. DO NOT remove fuel tank cap while engine is
running.
7. DO NOT operate engine if gasoline is spilled.
Move machine away from the spill and avoid
engine ignition until gasoline has evaporated.
8. DO NOT smoke while filling fuel tank.
9. DO NOT choke carburetor to stop engine.
Whenever possible, gradually reduce engine
speed before stopping.
10. DO NOT
run engine above rated speeds. This may
result in injury.
11. DO NOT tamper with governor springs, governor
links or other parts which may increase the
governed speed.
12. DO NOT tamper with the engine as set by the
original equipment manufacturer.
13. DO NOT
check for spark with spark plug or spark
plug wire removed.
14. DO NOT crank engine with spark plug removed. If
engine is flooded, crank until engine starts.
15. DO NOT strike flywheel with a hard object or
metal tool as this may cause flywheel to shatter in
operation. Use proper tools to service engine.
16. DO NOT operate engine without a muffler. Inspect
periodically and replace, if necessary.
17. DO NOT operate engine with an accumulation of
grass, leaves, dirt or other combustible materials in
the muffler area.
18. DO NOT use this engine on any forest covered,
brush covered, or grass covered unimproved land
unless a spark arrester is installed on the muffler.
The arrester must be maintained in effective
working order by the operator. In the state of
California, the above is required by law (Section
4442 of the California Public Resources Code).
Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws
apply on federal land.
19. DO NOT touch hot muffler, engine body or cooling
fins. Contact may cause burns.
20. DO NOT run engine with air cleaner or air cleaner
cover removed.
Be sure to:
1. Remove the wire from the spark plug when
servicing the engine or equipment to prevent
accidental starting. Disconnect the (-) ground wire
from the battery terminal.
2. Keep engine cooling fins and governor parts free
of grass and other debris that can affect engine
speed.
3. Examine muffler periodically to be sure it is
functioning effectively. A worn or leaking muffler
should be repaired or replaced as necessary.
4. Use fresh gasoline. Old fuel can clog carburetor
and cause leakage.
5. Check fuel lines and fittings frequently for cracks or
leaks. Replace if necessary.
2.12 Be Prepared
1. Determine where the split wood is going to be piled
ahead of time. Make sure it does not interfere with
safe loading of wood into the splitter.
2. Precut logs so wood is ready to load into the
splitter. Do not run a chain saw and the splitter at
the same time.
3. Determine a safe work area location:
• Area must be clear of stones, branches or
hidden obstacles that might cause a tripping,
hooking or snagging hazard.
• Ground should be firm and level.
4. Operate only in daylight or good artificial light.
5. Make sure machine is properly adjusted and in
good operating condition.
6. Store fuel well away from the wood pile.
7. Perform the Pre-operation Checklist procedure
before starting work (see
Pre-operation Checklist
on page 35)
.
8. Do not operate on hillsides or when working area is
cluttered, wet, muddy or icy to prevent slipping and
tripping. Operate only on level ground.
9.
Position machine so prevailing winds blow engine
exhaust fumes away from operator's station.
10. Stop engine when leaving the machine
unattended.