General Safety Instructions - Hakki Pilke Easy 42 Series Instructions For Assembly, Operation And Maintenance

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1 GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

To avoid injury to anyone nearby, always be extra cautious and aware when operating the
Hakki Pilke 42 hydro log splitter or when connecting it to a power source, such as a
tractor.
Do not operate the splitter while under the influence of alcohol or drugs, or if you are
exhausted, drowsy, or unable to control your bodily movements.
Only one person at a time is allowed to connect the splitter to a power source.
The 10-metre safety zone around the log splitter must be kept clear of unauthorised people
whenever the machine is in use or being connected to a power source.
The operator must inform anyone within the safety zone of all the dangers that are related
to the log splitter that is in operation.
Before using the log splitter, make sure that the operating environment, including the
ground underneath, is safe for the machine, operator, and environment.
The 42 hydro log splitter is designed for preparing firewood from pruned or processed
wood, such as billets. The log splitter must not be used to cut or split any treated wood,
such as construction waste. The manufacturer will not be liable for any damage to the
machine or the operator that is caused by processing such material.
The splitting groove is designed for logs up to 60 cm (23.6 inches) in length. Never cut or
split logs that exceed the maximum length.
The diameter of the cutter opening is 42 cm (16.5 in.). When estimating the diameter of
the log you are about to cut, note that the shape of the log and other factors, such as
branches and burrs, make the actual diameter larger, and may block the opening.
Never operate the log splitter if:
- you have not read and understood the instructions in this manual
- you are not familiar with the dangers associated with using the log splitter
- you do not know the proper emergency procedures related to the log splitter.
Hakki Pilke 42 Easy Original Version 4