Operation Manual

 The intended usage also includes compliance with the
operating, servicing and repair conditions prescribed by the
manufacturer and following the safety instructions included in
the instructions.
 Any other use is deemed not to be use as prescribed. The
manufacturer is not liable for any type of damage resulting
from this: the user bears the sole risk.
 Unauthorised modifications on the log splitter exclude a
liability of the manufacturer for damages of any kind resulting
from it.
 Only persons who are familiarised with the device and
informed about possible risks are allowed to prepare, operate
and service this device. Repair works may only be carried out
by us or by a customer service agent nominated by us.
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Even if used properly, residual risks can exist even if the
relevant safety regulations are complied with due to the design
determined by the intended purpose.
Residual risks can be minimised if the “Safe working” and the
“Proper use” as well as the whole of the operating instructions are
observed.
Observing these instructions, and taking proper care, will reduce
the risk of personal injury or damage to the equipment.
 Failure to observe the safety precautions can lead to injury to
the operator or damage to property.
 Carelessness, failure to comply with the safety regulations
and incorrect use can result in injuries to your hands and
fingers when the splitting blade is moving.
 Risk from electricity, by using non-standard electrical
connections.
 Touching live parts of opened electrical components.
 Impairment of hearing when working on the machine for
longer periods of time without ear protection.
In addition, in spite of all the precautionary measures taken, non-
obvious residual risks can still exist.
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Before commissioning this product, read and keep to
the following advice. Also observe the preventive regulations
of your professional association and the safety provisions
applicable in the respective country, in rder to protect
yourself and others from possible injury.
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Pass the safety instructions on to all persons who work
with the machine.
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Keep these safety instructions in a safe place.
 Be observant. Attend to what you do. Start working with
rationality. Do not use the device when you are tired or under
the influence of drugs, alcohol or medicaments. One moment
of carelessness when using the device can result in serious
injuries.
 Make yourself familiar with the equipment before using it, by
reading and understanding the operating instructions.
 Do not use the machine for unsuitable purposes (see “Proper
use” and “Working with the log splitter”).
 Ensure that you have stand in a secure standing position
and maintain your balance at all times.
 Take up a working position which is close to the controls.
 Never stand on top of the machine.
 When working with the machine, always wear
− face mask
− safety gloves
− hearing protection
− safety shoes with steel toe-caps
 Wear suitable work clothing:
− do not wear any loose-fitting clothing or jewellery, since
these may be caught or trapped by moving parts
 Within his area of work the operator is responsible for third
parties.
 The machine may not be operated by children or young
people under the age of 18.
 Keep children away form machine.
 Never operate the machine if other persons are in the
immediate vicinity.
 Never leave the machine unattended.
 Keep your workplace in an orderly condition! Untidiness
can result in accidents.
 Do not overload the machine! You work better and safer in the
given performance range.
 Only operate the machine with complete and correctly
attached safety equipment and do not alter anything on the
machine that could impair the safety.
 Do not modify the machine or parts of it.
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Do not spray machine with water
(this is hazardous due to live components).
 Do not leave the machine standing in the rain or use when
raining.
 Store the unused machine in a dry locked place away from
the reach of children.
 Switch the machine off and remove the mains plug from the
socket when
− carrying out repair works
− maintenance and cleaning work
− checking connecting lines, whether these
are knotted or damaged
− removing faults
− transporting
− leaving unattended (even during short interruptions)
 Check the machine for possible damage
− Before continuing to use the machine, the protective
devices must be inspected to ensure that they work
perfectly and with their intended function
− Check whether the movable parts function perfectly and
do not stick or whether the parts are damaged. All parts
must be correctly installed and fulfil all conditions to
ensure perfect operation of the machine.
− Damaged guards and parts must be properly repaired or
exchanged by a recognized, specialist workshop; insofar
as nothing else is stated in the instructions for use.
− Damaged or illegible safety warning labels should be
replaced immediately.