This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not followed, could endanger the per- sonal safety and/or property of yourself and others. Read and follow all instructions in this manual before
attempting to operate your log splitter. Failure to comply with these instructions may result in personal injury.
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The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Towing
•This unit should not be towed on any street, highway or public road without checking the existing federal, local or state requirements.
Such informationmay be obtained by callingyour state or local bureau of motorvehicles. Any licensingor modificationsneeded to comply with federal, local or state vehicle requirements is the sole responsibilityof the purchaser.*
•Make sure you follow the wiring diagram color codes when installing the light kit on the log splitter. (e.g. ground to ground, left turn to left turn, etc.). Failure to wire unit correctly may cause the tow vehicle wiring to overheat and/or the log splitter lights to operate incorrectly, it may be necessary to replace the turn signal flasher unit in your tow vehicle if it is not capable of operating the additional lights on the log splitter.
•Before towing the log splitteron a street, highway or public road, vedfy that all lights are functioning properly and the yellow side reflectors are in position. Replace bulbs if they are burnt out.
•Before towing, always check to be certain the log splitter is correctly and securely attached to the tow vehicle, and safety chains are in place. Leave slack in chains for turning allowance.
Use a class I or higher hitch with a
•Be sure the coupler is secured to the hitch ball and the lock lever is down tight and locked. Check vehicle hitch, ball and coupler for signs of wear or damage. Replace any parts that are worn or damaged before towing.
•The coupler must be secured to the log splitter tongue tube with the original equipment bolts and nuts. See your authorized service dealer for replacement parts. Coupler nuts should be tightened securely (20 foot pounds).
•Make sure beam assembly is securely latched in
the horizontal position and jack stand (if provided) is pivoted and secured in the up position before towing log splitter. Never tow with the beam in vertical position.
•Do not tow the log splitter faster than 45 MPH. Higher speeds may damage log splitter. Excessive high speeds may cause the log splitter to "fishtail" or otherwise become unstable.
•Check the tire pressure on the log splitter tires. It should not exceed 30 p.s.i, for highway travel.
•When parking, storing or using your log splitter, keep the coupler off the ground so dirt will not build up in the ball socket.
•Do not allow anyone to sit or ride on your log splitter. They can easily fall off and be seriously injured.
Training
•Before operating this logsplitter, read and understand this operator'smanual completely. Become familiar with itfor your own safety. To fail to do so may cause serious injury. Do not allow anyone to operate your log splitter who has not read this manual. Keep this manual in a safe place for future and regular reference and for ordering replacement parts.
Never use your splitterfor any other purpose than splittingwood. It is designed for this use and any other use may cause an injury.Your log splitter is a precision piece of power equipment, not a toy.
Therefore, exercise extreme caution at all times.
•Never allow children to operate your log splitter. Do not allow adults to operate it without proper instruction.Only persons well acquainted with these rules of safe operation should be allowed to use your logsplitter.
Only the operator is to be near your log splitter during use. Keep all others, includingpets and children, a minimum of 20 feet away from your work zone. Flyingwood can be hazardous. If a helper is assisting in loading logs, never activate
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