Full Product Manual

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USING YOUR LOG SPLITTER
1. Start engine using instructions from engine manual.
2. Advance throttle control maximum speed.
3. Grab log by sides and place onto rails against wedge.
4. Push the safety handle down and move the control handle to the SPLIT position to initiate
cycle, release handle and the push plate will retract.
5. Push plate automatically retracts at end of stroke. To retract the push plate before end of
stroke, return lever to RETRACT position.
6. DO NOT at any time carry passengers, sit or stand on the log splitter.
7. Inspect the engine and make sure the engine oil level is correct.
8. Before towing the log splitter the tires need to be fully inflated.
TIRE WARNING
DO NOT over inflate tires. Serious injury can result if tires explode.
DO NOT tow the log splitter if the tires are worn or will not hold air.
DO NOT exceed the maximum10MPH towing speed.
9. Refer to the vehicle owner’s manual for proper safety and towing instructions.
TOWING WARNING
Serious injury or death can occur if towing safety rules are not followed.
Always use safety chains, secure and lock the log splitter to the vehicle hitch before moving.
Drive safely. Be aware of the added length of the log splitter.
Never exceed the maximum travel speed of10MPH.
Never ride or transport cargo on the log splitter.
Turn off the vehicle before leaving the log splitter unattended.
Block the log splitter wheels to prevent unintended movement.
10. The log splitter needs to be on a dry and level surface with good footing. Do not work on mud, ice,
brush or snow. When using the log splitter the work zone must be maintained at all times.
NOTE: Only one person operates the kinetic log splitter. Keep everyone else outside the
splitting zone when operate the kinetic log splitter.