Oregon OR25TBS-1 Original Instruction Manual page 27

DO NOT place the other hand on the log while the wedge
is traveling towards the foot plate . NEVER touch the log
while hydraulics are engaged .
If the log does not split completely once the wedge has
fully traveled on the beam rails, retract the wedge by
pulling back on the handle as describe above and allow
the stripper plates to hold the log while the wedge
retracts . This will free the stuck log from the wedge .
Operating Instructions
• ALWAYS keep hands away from the
log and stripper plates while the
wedge retracts .
• ALWAYS keep work zone clean of split
wood and debris to avoid trip hazards .
Remember to keep the beam rails and debris slots free
of wood and debris .
For logs over 100 pounds, we recommend the log
splitter to be placed in vertical position.
NOTICE: Holding the valve in the "forward" position at the
end of the stroke may damage the pump .
NOTICE: To extend the life of the hydraulic cylinder, avoid
"bottoming out" wedge plate to the foot plate . To conform
with the industry safety recommendations, the wedge
stops at a minimum of 1" from the foot plate .
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