Yard Works 60-3800-4 Instruction Manual page 11

YW Log Split 60-3800-4 E
Operation - continued
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Place a log on the log splitter (Fig. 3)
WARNING:
OF THE LOG, NOT THE END. DO NOT LOAD A LOG WHEN THE PUSH
ROD IS IN MOTION.
Place a properly prepared log (1) firmly on the worktable (2) between the two
worktable guards (3). The log should fit between the push rod (4) and the splitting
wedge (5).
Fig. 3
Operate the log splitter (Fig. 3 and 4)
Two controls, a hydraulic control lever (7) and an ON/OFF push button (6),
must be activated to operate the log splitter. Both controls must be held during
the splitting process. If either control is released, the log splitter will not continue
to operate.
1. Loosen the bleed screw (9) one
or two turns, if needed.
2. Depress and hold the power push
button (6) with your right hand
and allow the motor to cycle up to
speed.
3. Push down on the hydraulic lever
(7).
4. Release the push button (6) and
the lever (7) when the log is split.
The push rod (4) will retract.
1/3/04 2:20 PM
WHEN LOADING A LOG, PLACE HANDS ON THE SIDES
Fig. 4
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