Before loading and operating the log splitter, put on
the proper protective gear such as safety goggles,
face shield, hearing protection, tight-fitting gloves
(without draw strings or loose cuffs), and steel-toed shoes.
3. Start the engine using the instructions from
the engine manual. If the log splitter has
not been running (cold engine), warm up
the engine and hydraulic system by run-
ning the engine at half throttle for 3 to 4
minutes, then advance the engine throttle
control to maximum speed.
4. Use the following photos for the correct
and incorrect methods of splitting logs.
Never split a log using an incorrect or
unsafe method.
a. Place the log on the log splitter. Grasp
the log on the sides near the middle of
the block. Center the log, side-to-side,
on the rail of the log splitter, making
sure the sawed end is against the split-
ting wedge.
Do not place your hands on the
ends of the log when loading the
log splitter. This is a very
UNSAFE method and can result in injury to
your hands.
CAUTION
WARNING
Operation
Do not attempt to operate the log splitter without fully understanding
all our instructions, safety precautions, and/or warnings. If any doubt
or question arises about the correct or safe method of performing any-
thing found in this or other Iron & Oak Products’ manuals, contact your
Iron & Oak Products’ dealer or call the Sales and Service representatives at our
main headquarters. Proper care is your responsibility.
When operating the log splitter, make sure you
are standing in the safe operating zone, as
shown in these pictures. You must stay in the
safe operating zone at all times when the
splitting wedge is in motion (whether extend-
ing or retracting). Never place any part of your
body into a position that causes an unsafe
operating condition.
1. Set your log splitter on flat, dry ground.
Make sure you read all the recommenda-
tions from the “Safety” section before
using the log splitter.
2. Make sure both ends of the log you are
splitting are cut as square as possible.
This will prevent the log from sliding out of
position while under pressure. All logs
should be 24 inches long or shorter.
Never attempt to split wood across the
grain. The log splitter was not designed for
cross-grain splitting. Doing so will dam-
age the log splitter and may cause person-
al injury.
WARNING
WARNING
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