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BE-LS40TS390 USER MANUAL
WARNING
The operation of any power tool can result in foreign objects being thrown into your eyes, which can
result in severe eye damage. Before beginning power tool, always wear safety goggles or safety glasses
with side shields and when needed, wear a full-face shield and earplugs. We recommend a Wide
Vision Safety Mask for use over eyeglasses or standard safety glasses with side shields. Always use eye
protection marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1.
PRE-OPERATION
• BEFORE
operating this log splitter, make sure that you wear safety goggles or safety glasses, steel toed
shoes and tight-fitting gloves (without loose cuffs or draw strings). Always wear a protective hearing
device when operating this log splitter.
• NEVER
wear loose clothing or jewelry that can be caught by moving parts of the log splitter. Keep clothing
and hair away from all moving parts when operating this log splitter.
• Check all safety guards and shields to be sure they are in the proper position. Never operate with safety
guards, shields or other protective features removed.
• Make sure machine is on a flat, dry, solid ground before operating.
• ALWAYS
operate your log splitter in an open area. (Exhaust fumes contain carbon monoxide which can be
deadly when inhaled).
• ALWAYS
operate your log splitter in daylight or under good artificial light.
• ALWAYS
operate your log splitter on level ground. (Operating on a slope could cause the log splitter to roll
over or logs to fall off).
• ALWAYS
block wheels to prevent unintended movement.
• ALWAYS
keep the work area clean. Remove split wood around the log splitter immediately so that you
don’t stumble over it.
• Check all nuts, bolts and hydraulic fittings are tight to be sure the equipment is in a safe working condition.
• Both ends of the log should be cut as square as possible to help prevent the log from riding out of the
splitter during operation. Do not split logs greater than 20.5 inches in length. Uneven logs (e.g., knotted,
curved, etc.) should not be used.
• ALWAYS
check the oil level before you start the log splitter.
• Do not allow familiarity with tools to make you careless. Remember that a careless fraction of a second is
sufficient to inflict serious injury.
