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Gas
Log Splitter ยป Operator's Manual
SPECIFIC
SAFETY
RULES
PREPARATION
OF
THE
LOG
Both
ends
of
the
log should be
cut
as
square
as
possible
to
prevent the log from rotating
out
of
the splitter during operation.
Never split logs greater than the specified log capacity.
Do
not
operate
the
log
splitter
on icy, wet, muddy,
or
slippery
ground. Only operate your log splitter on level ground.
Operating
on
a
slope
could
cause
the
log
splitter
to
roll
over
or
logs
to
fall off
the
equipment,
which
could
result
in
injury.
Do not move the log splitter over hilly
or
uneven terrain
without
a
tow
vehicle
or
adequate help.
Keep
the
work
area
free
of
clutter.
Remove
split
wood
from
around
the
log
splitter
immediately
after
each use
to
avoid
potential tripping.
OPERATOR
ZONE
This unit
is
designed
to
be
operated by one person located in the
operator zone
as
shown in the following diagrams.
Operate the
unit
only when standing in the operator zone.
Always
stop
the
unit
and
allow
moving
parts
to
stop
before
leaving operation zone. Do not leave a running
unit
unattended.
Many
accidents
occur
when
more
than
one
person
operates
the
log
splitter.
The
adult
who
loads
and
stabilizes
the
log
must
be
the
person
who
operates
the
control
handle.
HORIZONTAL
OPERATING
POSITION
VERTICAL
OPERATING
POSITION
MACHINE
USE
AND
CARE
Never operate the machine
without
good visibility
or
light.
Never attempt
to
split wood across the grain. The log splitter was
not designed
for
cross-grain splitting.
Always
block
the
front
and back
of
both
wheels
to
prevent
unintended movement.
Hold
the
bark
side
of
the
logs
when
loading
or
positioning,
never the ends. Never place your hands
or
any part
of
your body
between a log
and
any part
of
the log splitter.
Do not straddle
or
step over the log splitter during operation.
Do not reach
or
bend over the log splitter
to
pick up a log.
When stabilizing a log
with
the
left
hand, remove your hand when
the wedge contacts the log
or
serious injury may occur.
Never attempt
to
split more than one log
at
a time.
Do
not
attempt
to
load your log splitter when the ram
or
wedge
is
in motion.
Use
your hand
to
operate the control lever on the valve. Do not
use
your foot, a rope,
or
any extension device.
Do not move the log splitter while the engine
is
running.
Safety I 8