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Part III: Operating The Log Splitter
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PART III: Operating the Log Splitter
It may be helpful to better familiarize yourself with the features of your Log Splitter by
reviewing Figure 1 in PART II before beginning the steps outlined in this chapter.
WARNING
A. Read and understand all instructions, safety precautions, and/or warnings listed in
“PART I: General Safety Rules” before operating the LOG SPLITTER. If any doubt or
question arises about the correct or safe method of performing anything found in this
manual, please contact the dealers in your area.
B. When operating the Log Splitter, make sure you are standing in the safe operating
area (OPERATOR ZONE). You must stay in the safe operating area at all times when
the ram is in motion (whether extending or retracting). Never place any part of your
body into a position that causes an unsafe operating condition.
C. Before loading and operating the Log Splitter, always wear protective gear, including
safety goggles, hearing protection, tight-fitting gloves without draw strings or loose
cuffs, and steel-toed shoes.
D. Knowing the correct and incorrect methods of splitting logs. Never split a log using an
incorrect or unsafe method.
Starting
1. Position your Log Splitter on flat, dry ground, and then stop the front wheel with brake,
make sure the machine cannot be moved.
2. Make sure the fuel shut-off valve is in the “ON” position.
3. Move the choke control lever to the “CHOKE” position (should only be needed if the
engine is cold).
4. Move the throttle control lever to the “FAST” position.
5. Recoil Start: Turn the Ignition Switch to the “On” position. Grasp the recoil starter
handle and slowly pull until you feel resistance. Let the cord retract a little bit then pull
the cord rapidly to start the engine. One or two pulls usually starts the engine.
6. Electric Start: Turn and hold the Key in the start position until Engine starts then let
the Key return to run position.
7. Move the choke control lever (if used for cold engine) slowly back to the “RUN”
position when the engine is running well.
8. If the Log Splitter has not been running (cold engine), warm up the engine by running
the engine at half throttle for 3 to 4 minutes, then advance the engine throttle control to
the maximum speed.