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Never stop the machine by pulling out the plug: first turn the switch off, then unplug the power
cable.
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Use appropriate containers for collecting chips and other waste material produced during proces-
sing. Avoid the excessive accumulation of processed material in the machine’ s working area; keep
the machine and the working area clean and tidy.
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Do not use the machine if you are not in perfect mental-physical conditions.
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Wear suitable clothing that does not hinder movements and/or cannot get trapped in the moving
parts of the machine. Wear the required personal protective equipment for the operations to be
performed.
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Do not remove or bypass the safety systems on the machine.
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Do not remove or modify the plates applied to the machine.
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When using the machine, pay maximum care to avoid injuries to the fingers due to crushing betwe
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en the wedge and the log of wood.
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Check that the log to be split does not contain iron wires or nails that may damage the machine.
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The log must always be split along the grain; to avoid damage to the machine, never place the log
crossways.
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In the event of fires, do not use water: disconnect the power supply and only use multi-purpose
powder extinguishers.
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Check that the machine is properly connected to the three-point hitch and that the cor-
responding safety pins are always inserted.
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When manoeuvring, take care not to cause accidents or damage to others and to the
machine itself.
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The drive shaft must only be connected and disconnected when the tractor engine is off.
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Only use a drive shaft that is approved and suitable for the use of the log-splitter; this must be
equipped with the complete original safety guards.
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Do not stand in the area where the drive shaft is rotating during operation.
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Check that the tractor output RPM does not exceed the value shown on the machine’ s
rating plate (max 540 RPM).
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As regards the warnings on the use of the drive shaft, follow the instructions shown in the spe-
cific instruction manual (enclosed with the drive shaft).
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Do not operate the machine in closed places. The exhaust gas is harmful (it contains
carbon monoxide) and may cause loss of consciousness and consequently danger for the opera-
tor. If having to work in a closed or sheltered environment, make sure there is suitable aeration and
that the exhaust gas is not breathed in.
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During refuelling the engine must be off.
No modifications may be made to the machine !!!
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As regards the warnings relating to operation of the combustion engine, see the instructions
provided in the specific instruction manual (enclosed with the machine).
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Before performing maintenance operations or if the wedge gets stuck in the log, disconnect the
power supply from the machine, specifically:
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Switch off the tractor.
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Unplug the power supply.
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Switch off the motor/engine.
Do not leave the machine unsupervised without having disconnected the power supply.
