MTD 5DM warranty Spark Arrestor, Average Useful Life, Use only your hand to operate the controls

f.Never overfill the fuel tank. Fill tank to no more than 1/2 inch below bottom of filler neck to provide space for fuel expansion.

g.Replace gasoline cap and tighten securely.

h.If gasoline is spilled, wipe it off the engine 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 at least 5 minutes before storing.

OPERATION

1.Before staring 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 overspeed 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.

8.Use only your hand to operate the controls.

9.Never attempt to split more than one log at a time unless the ram has fully extended and a second log is needed to complete the separation of the first log.

10.For logs which are not cut square, the least square end and the longest portion of the log should be placed toward the beam and wedge, and the square end placed toward the end plate.

11.Always keep fingers away from any cracks that open in the log while splitting. They can quickly close and pinch or amputate your fingers.

12.Keep your work area clean. Immediately remove split wood around the machine so that you do not stumble over it.

13.Never move this machine while the engine is running.

14.This machine should not be towed on any street, highway, or public road behind a vehicle.

MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE

1.Stop the engine, disconnect the spark plug and ground it against the engine before cleaning, or inspecting the machine.

2.Stop the engine and relieve hydraulic system pressure before repairing or adjusting fittings, hoses, tubing, or other system components.

3.To prevent fires, clean debris and chaff from the engine and muffler areas. If the engine is equipped with a spark arrester muffler, clean and inspect it regularly according to manufacturers instructions. Replace if damaged.

4.Periodically check that all nuts and bolts, hose clamps, and hydraulic fittings are tight to be sure equipment is in safe working condition.

5.Check all safety guards and shields to be sure they are in the proper position. Never operate with safety guards, shields, or other protective features removed.

6.The pressure relief valve is preset at the factory. Do not adjust the valve.

7.Never attempt to move this machine over hilly or uneven terrain without a tow vehicle or adequate help.

8.For your safety, replace all damaged or worn parts immediately with original equipment manufacturer’s (O.E.M.) parts only. “Use of parts which do not meet the original equipment specifications may lead to improper performance and compromise safety!”

9.Do not alter this machine in any manner, alterations such as attaching a rope or extension to the control lever, or adding to the width or height of the wedge may result in personal injury.

Spark Arrestor

Warning: This machine is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-covered, brushcov- ered or grass-covered land unless the engine’s exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting appli- cable local or provincial laws (if any).

If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator.

A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest engine authorized service dealer.

Average Useful Life

According to the Consumer Products Safety Commis- sion (CPSC) and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), this product has an Average Useful Life of seven (7) years, or 60 hours of operation. At the end of the Average Useful Life, buy a new machine or have the machine inspected annually by an authorized service dealer to ensure that all mechanical and safety systems are working properly and not worn excessively. Failure to do so can result in accidents, injuries or death.

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WARNING

This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not followed, could endanger the personal safety and/or property of yourself and others. Read and follow all instructions in this manual before at- tempting to operate this machine. Failure to comply with these instructions may result in personal injury. When you see this symbol,

HEED ITS WARNING!

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of this power machine to persons who read, understand

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