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adding to the width or height of the wedge. Such
alterations may cause your splitter to be unsafe.
• Perform all recommended maintenance
procedures before you use your splitter.
• Do not service or repair your log splitter without
disconnecting the spark plug wire and moving it
away from the spark plug.
• Never store the equipment with gasoline in the
tank inside of a building where ignition sources are
present, such as hot water and space heaters,
clothes dryers and the like. Allow the engine to
cool before storing in any enclosure.
• Always store gasoline in an approved, tightly
sealed container. Store the container in a cool, dry
place. Do not store in a building where ignition
sources are present.
• To reduce fire hazard, keep engine free of grass,
leaves, wood chips, and excessive grease and oil.
• The hydraulic system of your log splitter requires
careful inspection, along with the mechanical
parts. Be sure to replace frayed, kinked, or
otherwise damaged hydraulic components.
• Fluid escaping from a very small hole can be
almost invisible. Do not check for leaks with your
hand. Escaping fluid under pressure can have
sufficient force to penetrate skin, causing serious
personal injury. Leaks can be located by passing a
piece of cardboard or wood over the suspected
leak and looking for discoloration.
• Should it become necessary to loosen or remove
any hydraulic fitting or line, be sure to relieve all
pressure by shutting off the engine and moving the
control handle back and forth several times.
• Do not remove the cap from the hydraulic tank or
reservoir while your log splitter is running. Hot oil
under pressure could cause injury.
• The pressure relief valve on your splitter is preset
at the factory. Do not adjust the valve. Only a
qualified service technician should perform this
adjustment.
• Completely drain fuel tank prior to storage. This
guards against accumulation of fuel fumes which
could result in a fire hazard.
• Never store log splitter outside without a
waterproof cover. Rain will cause rust on the inside
of the cylinder.
5. TOWING
• This unit should not be towed on any street,
highway or public road without checking the
existing federal, local or state vehicle
requirements. Any licensing or modifications such
as taillights, etc., needed to comply with the
existing federal, local or state vehicle requirements
is the sole responsibility of the purchaser.
• Before towing, be certain the log splitter is
correctly and securely attached to the towing
vehicle, and the safety chains are in place. Leave
slack in chains for turning allowance.
• Do not allow anyone to sit or ride on your splitter.
They can easily fall off and be seriously injured.
WARNING - YOUR RESPONSIBILITY:
Restrict the use of this power machine to persons
who read, understand and follow the warnings and instructions in this manual and on the machine.
KEEP HANDS AWAY FROM WEDGE, END PLATE, PARTLY SPLIT WOOD AND MOVING PARTS.
HOLD LOG ON IT'S SIDES NOT ON ENDS WHEN LOADING.
READ OPERATOR'S MANUAL
OPERATE THE LOG SPLITTER ON LEVEL SURFACE.
WEAR PROTECTIVE WORK GLOVES, SAFETY SHOES AND SAFETY GLASSES, WATCH
YOUR FOOTING.
NEVER OPERATE UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF ALCOHOL OR DRUGS.
DO NOT REFUEL A HOT OR RUNNING ENGINE.
