If your log splitter is equipped with an internal-combustion engine and intended for use near any unimproved forest, brush, or grass covered land, the engine exhaust should be equipped with a spark arrestor. Make sure you comply with applicable local, state, and federal codes. Take appropriate fire-fighting equipment with you.

Log splitters should be used only for splitting wood. Do not use for other purposes unless the manufacturer provides attachments and instructions.

If unit is to be used by someone other than original purchaser; loaned, rented or sold, ALWAYS provide this manual and any needed safety training before operation.

Operation

Before starting this log splitter, review the "Rules for safe Operation." Failure to follow these rules may result in serious injury to the operator or bystanders.

Never leave the machine unattended with the power source operating.

Never operate the machine when under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or medication.

The machine owner should instruct all operators in safe log-splitter operation.

Always operate the log splitter with all safety equipment in place and all controls properly adjusted for safe operation.

Always operate the log splitter at manufacturer's recommended speed.

Always keep hands and feet clear of moving parts.

When loading a ram-type log splitter, place your hands on the sides of the log not at the ends. Never place your hands or any part of your body between a log and any part of the log splitter.

On ram-type log splitters, never attempt to split more than one (1) log at a time unless the ram has been full extended and a second log is needed to complete the separation of the first log.

On ram-type log splitters on which the logs are not cut square, the longest portion of the log should be rotated down and the most square end placed against the ram.

Use only your hand to operate the log splitter controls.

Do not refuel the engine until it has cooled for several minutes.

Before starting engine ensure that control lever is in neutral position.

Operate unit only when there is sufficient light to clearly see work area.

NEVER allow children to operate or play on or near unit.

Operate unit only when standing in operator zone. Unit stabilizers must be extended before starting unit.

Use wheel chocks to prevent movement of unit during operation.

ALWAYS keep hands away from all moving parts during operation. Moving parts can cut or crush body parts.

DO NOT operate in the rain or in wet or damp locations. Assure that operator zone is free or debris and provides good footing.

Know the weight of logs. Limit logs to those you can safely control and the unit can safely handle.

Logs should be cut with square ends before placing on splitter.

Position logs against end plate grips before operating hydraulic cylinder.

On logs that are not square place the longest portion of the log closest to the beam and the most square end against the splitter wedge.

Do not attempt to stabilize logs with legs or feet while operating. Moving parts can cut off or crush body parts.

Split logs end to end in the direction of the grain, not against the grain.

Keep fingers and hands away from cracks in logs while splitting. These can quickly close and pinch or crush body parts.

Maintenance and Storage

Always shut off the power source while repairing or adjusting the splitter except as recommended by the manufacturer.

Clean debris and chaff from engine cylinder, cylinder head fins, blower housing rotating screen, and muffler areas. If the engine is equipped with a spark arrester muffler, clean and inspect it regularly (follow manufacturer's service instructions). Replace, if damaged.

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