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2. Safety Warnings
WARNING
WHEN USING THIS LOG SPLITTER, BASIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
(INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING) SHOULD ALWAYS BE FOLLOWED TO
REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK AND PERSONAL
INJURY.
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The Unit is to be operated by one person only! Keep in mind that the operator or user is responsible for
accidents or hazards occurring to other people or their property. Always keep area clear of children, pets, and
bystanders.
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Never request the assistance of another person to help you remove a jammed log, or for any other reason.
• Don’t
allow children, incapable people, or people who are not familiar with these instructions to operate this log
splitter.
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Dress properly. Do not wear loose closing or jewelry that can be caught in moving parts. Long pants, non-slip
gloves and sturdy work shoes with non-skid soles are recommended when working outdoors. Wear protective hair
covering to contain long hair.
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Keep the working area clean and free from obstructions, i.e. logs, split wood, etc. Cluttered areas invite injuries.
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Work only in daylight or in good artificial light.
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Always inspect your unit before each use and ensure that handles, guards and fasteners are secure and in place.
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Never attempt to use an incomplete machine or one fitted with unauthorized modification. Any modifications
to your machine can cause personal injuries, and will void your Warranty.
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Check the log before splitting. It should be free from nails or wire that may fly out during splitting operation. This
could cause personal injury or damage to the machine. The ends of the log should be cut as squarely as possible.
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Never attempt to split more than one log at a time, unless the ram is fully extended, and you need the second
log to complete the split of the first log.
Do not attempt to load the log while the ram of the log splitter is in motion. You could get trapped and injured.
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Keep your hands and body parts away from the open splits and cracks in the log. The wood can close in
suddenly and cause injury.
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Do not try to defeat or override any safety features.
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Stay alert. Watch what you are doing. Use common sense. Do not operate machine when you are tired, ill, or
under the influence of alcohol or other drugs.
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Never leave the machine unattended when in use.
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Do not use machine in an area were natural gas, gasoline fumes or flammable liquids are present.
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Never open the switch boxes or motor cover. Never try to do any electrical repairs yourself. Contact a
qualified electrician.
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When log splitter is used outdoors, use only extension cords intended for outdoor use.
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Always place log splitter on firm, level ground and block th e w h eels.
IMPORTANT!
ONLY OPERATE THE LOG SPLITTER WITH THE POWER CORD
PLUGGED INTO A PROPERLY GROUNDED OUTLET THAT SUPPLIES THE CORRECT LINE
VOLTAGE AND A MINIMUM OF 15 AMPS OF CURRENT. FOR ADDITIONAL PROTECTION,
IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT A GFCI (GROUND FAULT CIRCUIT INTERRUPTER) OUTLET
BE USED.
