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EARTHQUAKE, Division of Ardisam, Inc.
SAFETY
OWNER’S RESpONSIbIlITY
Safe and effective use of the mini electric log splitter
is the owner’s responsibility.
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Read and follow all safety instructions.
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Maintain the log splitter according to directions and
schedule, included in this Earthquake Operator’s Manual.
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Check your log splitter before turning it on. Keep
guards in place and in working order. Replace damaged,
missing or failed parts before using it.
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Ensure that anyone who uses the log splitter is
familiar with all controls and safety precautions.
SpECIAl MESSAGES
Your manual contains special messages to bring
attention to potential safety concerns, machine damage,
as well as helpful operating and servicing information.
Please read all the information carefully to avoid injury
and machine damage.
NOTE: General information is given throughout
the manual that may help the operator perform the
operation or service of the machine.
Avoid damage! This text is used to tell the operator
of actions or conditions that may result in damage
to the machine.
CAUTION
Avoid injury! This symbol and text highlight’s
potential hazards or death to the operator or
bystanders that may occur if the hazards or
procedures are ignored.
IMpORTANT SAFETY pRECAUTIONS
Please read this section carefully. Operate the mini
electric log splitter according to the safety instructions
and recommendations outlined here, and stated
throughout the text. Anyone who uses this log splitter
must read the instructions carefully and be familiar with
the controls.
This symbol signifies important safety
instructions, which, if not followed could
endanger your personal safety. Read and
follow all instructions in this manual before
attempting to operate this equipment.
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Do not transpor t the log splitter with the motor
running.
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Dress appropriately when operating the log splitter.
Always wear sturdy footwear. Do not wear sandals,
sneakers, or open toed shoes, and never operate the
log splitter with bare feet. Do not wear loose clothing
or jewelry that may get caught in moving parts. Always
wear safety goggles for eye protection. Everyday glasses
have only impact resistant lenses and are not effective
safety glasses.
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Always pay full attention to the movement of the
log pusher. Do not attempt to load the log onto the log
splitter until the log pusher has come to a complete stop.
Always keep hands, feet, hair and loose clothing away
from any moving parts on the log splitter.
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Do not allow children to operate this log splitter.
Adults should not operate the log splitter without proper
instruction.
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Do not operate any power equipment under the
influence of drugs, alcohol, or any medication that could
affect your ability to use the equipment properly.
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Always keep your work area clean and well lit.
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Keep all screws, nuts and bolts tight.
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Always inspect the logs to be split for nails or other
foreign objects. The ends of the logs must be cut square.
Branches must be cut off flush with the trunk.
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Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at
all times. Never stand on the log splitter. Do not use the
log splitter as a step.
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Do not operate the log splitter from ground level.
Place log splitter at a comfortable height (24-32 inches),
on a stable, flat, and level work surface where there is
plenty of room for handling material. Bolt the log splitter
to the work surface if it tends to slip, walk, or slide.
