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NEVER
use this log splitter for any other purposes than splitting wood. It is designed for this use
only
. Any other
use can cause serious injury or death.
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BEFORE
operating this log splitter, make sure that you wear safety gear such as goggles or safety glasses, steel
toed shoes and tight fitting gloves (without loose cuffs or draw strings). Always wear a protective hearing device
when operating this log splitter.
Both ends of the log should be cut as square as possible to help prevent the log from riding out of the splitter during
operation. Do not split logs greater than 24-1/2 inches in length.
ONLY
one operator may operate the log splitter from the
operator zone as shown in the diagram. Keep all bystanders
and pets away. The operator has the safest and most
efficient access to the control valve and the beam in this
location. Operating the log splitter in another location can
result in serious injury or death.
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ALWAYS
block the wheels to prevent movement of the log splitter while in operation.
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KNOW
how to stop the log splitter and disengage the controls before operating it.
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NEVER
place hands or feet between the log and splitting wedge during forward or reverse strokes as this could
result in serious injury or death.
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NEVER
straddle or step over the log splitter during operation.
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NEVER
reach or bend over the log splitter to pick up a log.
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NEVER
try to split two logs on top of each other.
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NEVER
try to cross split a log.
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NEVER
attempt to load the log splitter when the ram or wedge is in motion.
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NEVER
use your foot, a rope, or any extension device to operate the control lever on the valve. Only use hand.
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NEVER
move the log splitter while the engine is running. Shut off the engine if you are leaving the log splitter, even
for a short period of time.
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NEVER
touch the muffler and hot areas of the engine during operation. Wait until the engine cools down.
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IMPORTANT
Holding the valve in the “actuate” position at the end of the stroke may damage the log splitter.
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ALWAYS
use extra care when splitting logs with unsquare ends.
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