B For Machines With Premium Graded Fuel Engine (Sps 42 B&S); C For Machines Driven By Cardan Shaft (Sts 42 Gc); Operating The Machine; A For Machines With Electric Motor (Sps 42 T) - Bell STS 42 Manual For Use And Maintenance

3.1.B - For machines with premium graded fuel engine (SPS 42 B&S)
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Take the necessary precautions against fire when working in dry areas.
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Do not smoke while working or refuelling.
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Never refuel the log splitter while it is running. Switch the engine off and leave it to cool. Fill with fuel taking care that the tank does not overflow.
Wipe off any traces of petrol before starting up. Handle fuel with care.
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Never touch the engine or the exhaust pipe as they become very hot and may cause burns.
WARNING
DO NOT START THE ENGINE IN AN ENCLOSED SPACE; EXHAUST FUMES ARE LETHAL.
3.1.C - For machines driven by cardan shaft (STS 42 GC)
WARNING
Use CE-marked cardan shaft only. Carefully follow the manufacturer operating instructions
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Never connect the log splitter with the tractor moving.
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Make sure that the machine is properly fixed to the 3 points of the tractor (11 in fig.1a, page 2)
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Make sure that the cardan shaft is fully inserted in the power take-off and has clicked in place.
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Never touch the cardan shaft with the engine running.

4 - OPERATING THE MACHINE

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The log splitter, in compliance with standard EN 609-1, is activated with a two hand control: the machine will function only when both the
levers are activated together (1 in fig.1, page 2).
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Never use the log splitter if it is not in perfect order or if it needs servicing. Before starting work, check correct functioning of all the safety
devices (Two hands control, switch-off button on electric machines and with premium graded fuel engine).
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Before starting work, check the level of the hydraulic oil in the tank (fig.4, p..3) and top up if necessary with one of the oils indicated on page 20.
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Before starting work, switch on the log splitter and let the oil warm up for a few minutes.
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After 200 hours of use, clean the oil filter as explained on page 25 paragraph 6.2 before starting the machine.
4.1.A - For machines with electric motor (SPS 42 T)
If the motor does not run in the correct direction, invert two of the phases in the socket. Remove the plug from the log splitter. Insert a slotted
screwdriver with a suitably sized wedge in the slot located in the connection inlet close to the electric motor as shown in figure 3. Exerting a slight
pressure, turn the white wheel by 180°. This operation physically inverts the poles on the three-phase motor.
Check that the motor runs in the correct direction as indicated by the arrow.
Never open the box containing the switch, or open the terminal block on the motor. if it is necessary to
do so, have these operations carried out by your electrician.
If the fuses blow or the protection valve trips, this means that you are overloading the motor or the electrical installation is not correctly rated.
Consult your electrician.
4.1.B - For machines with premium graded fuel engine (SPS 42 B&S)
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Before operating the log splitter, carefully read the user's manual for the engine fitted. study the maintenance regulations and guarantee
supplied.
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Check the oil level in the engine block. top up if necessary.
WARNING: working without oil causes irreparable damage.
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When the engine is new, it is important, at first start-up, to let it turn over without performing any work for at least twenty minutes. this running-
in period ensures maximum performance and smooth operation of the whole system.
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