Safety Symbols

This page depicts and describes safety symbols that may appear on this product. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine before attempting to assemble and operate.

Symbol

Description

READ THE OPERATOR’S MANUAL(S)

Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual(s) before attempting to assemble and operate

WARNING— CRUSHING HAZARD

Keep hands away from wedge, end plate, partially split wood and moving parts.

BYSTANDERS

Keep bystanders, helpers and children at least 10 feet away.

SINGLE OPERATOR

Only one person should operate the machine at a time. The adult who loads and stabilizes the log must be the person who operates control handle.

WARNING— PRESSURIZED FLUID

Never check for hose leaks with your hands. High pressure fluid can escape through a pin hole leak and cause serious injury by puncturing the skin and causing blood poisoning.

EYE PROTECTION

Always wear safety glasses or safety goggles when operating this machine.

WARNING— MOVING WEDGE

Keep hands away from wedge and moving parts.

WARNING—GASOLINE IS FLAMMABLE

Allow the engine to cool at least two minutes before refueling.

WARNING— CARBON MONOXIDE

Never run an engine indoors or in a poorly ventilated area. Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an odorless and deadly gas.

WARNING— HOT SURFACE

Engine parts, especially the muffler, become extremely hot during operation. Allow engine and muffler to cool before touching.

WARNING! Your Responsibility—Restrict the use of this power machine to persons who read, understand and follow the warnings and instructions in this manual and on the machine.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!

6Section 2 — Important Safe Operation Practices