Use and Care Manual
TOWING
SAFETY
Check all local and state regulations regarding towing, licensing,
and lights before towing your log splitter.
Before
towing
the log splitter, check tires
for
excessive wear, cuts,
or
damage. Check
for
proper
tire
inflation. Add
air
as
required.
Do
not
over inflate tires. Serious
injury
can
result
if
tires explode.
Check before
towing
to
make sure
the
log
splitter
is
correctly and
securely attached
to
the towing vehicle and the safety chains are
secured
to
the hitch
or
bumper
of
the
vehicle
with
enough slack
to
allow turning. Always
use
a
class
I,
2" ball
with
this log splitter.
Make sure the coupler
is
tight before towing
and
after towing 50
miles.
Never transport cargo on the log splitter.
9 I Safety
Never allow anyone
to
ride
or
sit
on the log splitter.
Always stop the engine, lock the beam in the horizontal position,
and close the fuel shut-off valve when transporting the unit.
Use extra care when
towing
the
log splitter. Do
not
exceed
45
mph. Towing
the
log
splitter
at
a speed greater than 45 mph could
result in loss
of
control, damage
to
the equipment, serious injury,
or
death.
Avoid sharp turns and steep angles. Avoid large holes
or
ditches
when
towing
the
equipment. Always be careful when backing
up
with
your
log
splitter
when
towing;
it
could jackknife. Use
caution when backing up; a
spotter
outside
the
vehicle
is
highly
recommended.
Disconnect
the
log
splitter
from
the
towing
vehicle before operating it.
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