Powerhorse M1156, Руководство пользователя

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Summary of Important Safety Information for Operation
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Safety During Towing
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Read instructions . Review towing safety instructions in your towing vehicle manual.
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Securely attached . Be sure the log splitter is securely attached to the towing vehicle before towing.
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Tires . Be sure tires are fully inflated and in good repair before towing the splitter. When adding air to tires, do
not over-inflate -- serious injury could occur if tire explodes.
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Added length . Be aware of the added length of the splitter.
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Speed limit . Never tow this log splitter over 15 mph. Faster speeds may result in loss of control.
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Rough terrain . Be extra cautious and drive slowly when traveling over rough terrain.
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Under the influence . Never tow this splitter while under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or medication.
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On public roads . When towing on public roads:
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Make sure to comply with all local, state, and federal towing requirements. It is your responsibility to obtain
licensing, trailer lights, safety chains or signage, as needed to comply.
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If driving slower than 15 MPH on public roads, it is recommended that you display a “Slow Moving Vehicle”
(SMV) emblem. Between 25 and 40 MPH, a “Speed Identification Symbol” (SIS) is sometimes required. SMV
and SIS signs are generally available at farm equipment dealers.
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Unattended . Turn off the towing vehicle before leaving the splitter unattended.
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Disconnect before operate . Do not use the log splitter while it is connected to the towing vehicle.
Safety – Before Use
Read/instruct
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Read manual.
Do not allow anyone to operate the log splitter who has not read the Owner’s Manual or has not
been instructed on the safe use of the splitter.
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Review safety rules . Before starting this log splitter, review the instructions for safe operation. Failure to follow
these instructions may result in serious injury to the operator or bystanders.
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Know how to stop . Be thoroughly familiar with all controls and with the proper use of the equipment. Know
how to stop the log splitter and relieve system pressure quickly if needed.
Personal protective equipment
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Eye protection . Always wear safety glasses or goggles when operating the machine. Pieces of log may fly out
and serious eye injury can occur.
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Boots . Falling logs can crush feet. Always wear safety shoes or heavy boots when operating or helping to load
logs.
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Loose / dangling . Loose or dangling apparel can become entangled in moving parts. Never wear jewelry or
loose-fitting clothing.
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Gloves . Wear snug fitting gloves without drawstrings or loose cuffs.
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Hearing protection . The use of earplugs or other hearing protection device is recommended.
Safety During Inspection/Maintenance
Always inspect your log splitter before each use, and repair as needed, to keep it in safe working condition:
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Engine off. Always make sure the engine is off before cleaning, repairing or adjusting the splitter, except as
recommended by the manufacturer.
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Engine debris. Debris on a hot engine can be a fire hazard. With the engine off, clean debris and chaff from
engine cylinder head, cylinder head fins, blower housing rotating screen, and muffler areas. Avoid contact with hot
muffler.
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Other debris. Debris on moving parts can cause excess wear. With the splitter engine off, clear debris from
moving parts.
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Fuel tank / lines. Before each use, check fuel tank and fuel lines for leaks. Any fuel leak is a fire hazard. Fix any
fuel leaks before starting engine.
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Mechanical parts. Check to be sure all nuts and bolts are tight to make sure the log splitter is in safe working
condition.
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Hydraulic system . Check the hydraulic system (hoses, tubing, clamps/fittings, pump, and cylinder) carefully
before each use. Do not operate the log splitter with frayed, kinked, cracked or damaged hydraulic hoses, fittings,