100330-1 - 37 TON FULL BEAM LOg SPLiTTER
iMPORTANT SAFETY iNSTRUCTiONS
6
Fuel Safety
DANgER
GaSOLINE aND GaSOLINE VaPORS aRE hIGhLY
FLammaBLE aND EXPLOSIVE.
Fire or explosion can cause severe burns or death.
Gasoline and gasoline vapors:
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Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive.
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Gasoline can cause a fire or explosion if ignited.
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Gasoline is a liquid fuel but its vapors can ignite.
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Gasoline is a skin irritant and needs to be cleaned up
immediately if spilled on skin or clothes.
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Gasoline has a distinctive odor, this will help detect potential
leaks quickly.
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In any petroleum gas fire, flames should not be extinguished
unless by doing so the fuel supply valve can be turned OFF.
This is because if a fire is extinguished and a supply of fuel is
not turned OFF, then an explosion hazard could be created.
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Gasoline expands or contracts with ambient temperatures.
Never fill the gasoline tank to full capacity, as gasoline needs
room to expand if temperatures rise.
When adding or removing gasoline:
DO NOT light or smoke cigarettes.
Turn the engine off and let it cool for at least two minutes before
removing the gasoline cap. Loosen the cap slowly to relieve
pressure in the tank.
Only fill or drain gasoline outdoors in a well-ventilated area.
DO NOT pump gasoline directly into the engine at the gas station.
Use an approved container to transfer the fuel to the engine.
DO NOT overfill the gasoline tank.
Always keep gasoline away from sparks, open flames, pilot lights,
heat and other sources of ignition.
When starting the engine:
DO NOT attempt to start a damaged engine.
Make certain that the gasoline cap, air filter, spark plug, fuel lines
and exhaust system are properly in place.
Allow spilled gasoline to evaporate fully before attempting to start
the engine.
Make certain that the log splitter is resting firmly on level ground.
When operating the log splitter:
DO NOT move or tip the log splitter during operation.
DO NOT tip the log splitter or allow fuel or oil to spill.
When transporting or servicing the log splitter:
Make certain that the fuel valve is in the OFF position, the gasoline
tank is empty.
Disconnect the spark plug wire.
When storing the log splitter:
Store away from sparks, open flames, pilot lights, heat and other
sources of ignition.
Do not store log splitter or gasoline near furnaces, water heaters,
or any other appliances that produce heat or have automatic
ignitions.
WARNiNg
Never use a gasoline container, gasoline tank or any other fuel
item that is broken, cut, torn or damaged.
Training
1. Read the Operator’s Manual completely before attempting to
use this log splitter.
2. Do not allow anyone to operate your log splitter who has not
read the Operator’s Manual or has not been instructed on the
safe use of the log splitter.
3. Never allow children or untrained adults to operate this
machine.
4. Many accidents occur when more than one (1) person
operates the log splitter. If a helper is assisting in loading logs
to be split, never actuate controls until helper is clear of the
area.
5. Never allow anyone to ride on the machine.
6. Never transport cargo on the log splitter.
7. High fluid pressures are developed in hydraulic log splitters.
Pressurized hydraulic fluid escaping through a pin hole
opening can puncture skin and cause sever blood poisoning.
Therefore, the following instructions should be heeded at all
times.
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Do not operate the unit with frayed, kinked, cracked or
damaged hoses, fittings, or tubing.
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Stop the engine and relieve hydraulic system pressure
before changing or adjusting fittings, hoses, tubing, or
other system components.
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Do not adjust the pressure settings of the pump or valve.
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Do not check for leaks with your hand. Leaks can
be detected by passing cardboard or wood over the
suspected area. Look for discoloration. If injured by
escaping fluid, see a doctor at once. Serious infection or
reaction can develop if proper medical treatment is not
administered immediately.
