6. Keep bystanders, helpers, pets, and children at least 20 4. Make sure machine is on level surface before operating.
feet from the machine while it is in operation. 5. Always block machine to prevent unintended movement,
7. Never allow anyone to ride on this machine. and lock in either horizontal or vertical position.
8. Never transport cargo on this machine. 6. Always operate this machine from the operator zone(s)
9. Hydraulic log splitters develop high fluid pressures during specified in the manual.
operation. Fluid escaping through a pin hole opening can 7. Logs should be cut with square ends prior to splitting.
penetrate your skin and cause blood poisoning, 8. Use log splitter in daylight or under good artificial light.
gangrene, or death. Give attention to the following 9. To avoid personal injury or property damage use
instructions at all times: extreme care in handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely
a. Do not check for leaks with your hand. flammable and the vapors are explosive. Serious
b. Do not operate machine with frayed, kinked, personal injury can occur when gasoline is spilled on
cracked, or damaged hoses, fitting, or tubing. yourself or your clothes which can ignite. Wash your
c. Stop the engine and relieve hydraulic system skin and change immediately.
pressure before changing or adjusting fittings, a. Use only an approved gasoline container.
hoses, tubing, or other system components. b. Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and
d. Do not adjust the pressure settings of the pump or other sources of ignition.
valve. c. Never fuel machine indoors.
10. Leaks can be detected by passing cardboard or wood, d. Never remove gas cap or add fuel while the
while wearing protective gloves and safety glasses, over engine is hot or running.
the suspected area. Look for discoloration of cardboard e. Allow engine to cool at least two minutes
or wood. Before refueling.
11. If injured by escaping fluid, see a doctor immediately. f. Never overfill the fuel tank. Fill tank to no more
Serious infection or reaction can develop if proper than 1/2 inch below bottom of filler neck to
medical treatment is not administered immediately. provide space for fuel expansion.
12. Keep the operator zone and adjacent area clear for safe, g. Replace gasoline cap and tighten securely.
secure footing. h. If gasoline is spilled, wipe it off the engine
r more details about your unit, visit our website at and equipment. move machine to another
area. Wait 5 minutes before starting the
engine.
i. Never store the machine or fuel container inside where there is an open flame, spark or pilot light as on a water heater, space
heater, furnace,clothes dryer or other gas appliances.
j. Allow machine to cool 5 minutes before storing.
Operation
1. Before starting this machine, review the “Safety Instructions”. Failure to follow these rules may result in serious
injury to the operator or bystanders.
2. Never leave this machine unattended with the engine running.
3. Do not operate machine while under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or medication.
4. Never allow anyone to operate this machine without proper instruction.
5. Always operate this machine with all safety equipment in place and working. Make sure all controls are properly
adjusted for safe operation.
6. Do not change the engine governor settings or over-speed the engine. The governor controls the maximum safe
operating speed of the engine.
7. When loading a log, always place your hands on the sides of the log, not on the ends, and never use your foot to
help stabilize a log. Failure to do so, may result in crushed or amputated fingers, toes, hand, or foot.
