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For logsthatare not cut square, the longest
portion ofthe log shouldbe rotateddown and
the mostsquare end placed against the splitting
wedge.
Keep yourwork area clean. Immediately
remove splitwood around your splittersothat
you do not stumble over it.Clean chipsand dirt
off end plate (wood platform) aftereach log is
split,or whenever necessary to maintainflat
contact between wood and end plate (platform).
Never move the log splitterwhile the engine is
running.
Never leave yourlogsplitterunattended withthe
engine running.Shut offthe engine ifyou are
leaving yoursplitter,even for a shortperiodof
time. Someone could accidentallyactivate the
splittingwedge and be injured.
Do not runengine inan enclosed area. Exhaust
gases containcarbon monoxide. This odorless
gascan bedeadly when inhaled.
Becareful nottotouch the mufflerafter the
engine hasbeen running. It willbe HOT!
Ifthe equipmentshouldstart tovibrate
abnormally,stop the engine and check
immediatelyfor the cause. Vibration isgenerally
a warning oftrouble.
When cleaning, repairing or inspecting,make
certainall moving parts have stopped.
Disconnectthe spark plug wire and keep the
wire away from the plugto prevent accidental
starting.
Customer Responsibilities
• Do not operate yoursplitter in poor mechanical
conditionor when in need of repair.
• Periodicallycheck that all nuts, bolts,screws,
hose clamps and hydraulicfittingsaretightto be
sure equipment is insafe workingcondition.
Where appropriate, check allsafety guards and
shieldstobe sure they are inthe properposition.
Never operate your splitterwith safety guards,
shields orother protective features removed.
These safetydevices are for yourprotection.
• Replace all damaged or worn partssuch as
hydraulichoses and fittings immediately with
manufacturerapproved replacement parts.
• Do notchange the engine governorsettings or
overspeed the engine. This increasesthe
hazard ofpersonal injury.The maximum engine
speed ispreset bythe manufacturer and is
withinsafety limits.
• Do not alter your tog splitter in any manner such
as attaching a rope or extension to the control
lever or adding to the width or height of the
wedge. Such alterations may cause your splitter
tobe unsafe.
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• Perform all recommended maintenance
procedures before you use yoursplitter.
• Do not serviceor repairyourlog splitterwithout
disconnectingthe spark plugwire and moving it
away from the spark plug.
Never storethe equipmentwith gasolinein the
tank insideofa buildingwhere ignitionsources
are present, such as hotwater and space
heaters, clothesdryersand the like. Allow the
engine tocool beforestoringinany enclosure.
Always store gasolinein an approved, tightly
sealed container. Store thecontainer in a cool,
dry place. Do notstore in a building where
ignitionsources are present.
• To reduce fire hazard, keep engine free of grass,
leaves, wood chips, and excessive grease and
oil.
The hydraulic system of your log splitter requires
careful inspection, along with the mechanical
parts. Be sure to replace frayed, kinked, or
otherwise damaged hydraulic components.
• Fluid escaping from a very small hole can be
almost invisible. Do not check for leaks with your
hand. Escaping fluid under pressure can have
sufficient force to penetrate skin, causing
serious personal injury.Leakscan be located by
passing a piece of cardboard or wood over the
suspected leak and looking for discoloration.
• Should itbecome necessary to loosen or
remove any hydraulic fitting or line, be sure to
relieve all pressure by shuttingoff the engine
and moving the control handle back and forth
several times.
Do not remove the cap from the hydraulic tank or
reservoir while your log splitteris running. Hot oil
under pressure could cause injury.
• The pressure relief valve on your splitter is
preset at the factory. Do notadjust the valve.
Only a qualified service technician should
perform this adjustment.
• Completely drain fuel tank prior to storage. This
guards against accumulation of fuel fumes
which could result in a fire hazard.
• Never store log splitter outside without a
waterproof cover. Rain will cause rust on the
inside of the cylinder.
Important Information
Always:
Use clean fluidand checkfluid level regularly
• Use Dexron Ill AutomaticTransmission Fluid or
lOW non-foaminghydraulicfluid.
• Use a filter (clean orreplace regularly)
• Use a breather capon fluid reservoir