Work Area; Preparation Of The Log; Operation Of The Log Splitter - Oregon OR25TBS-1 Original Instruction Manual

Safety Information

Work Area

DANGER
• NEVER operate the log splitter in an enclosed area . Exhaust fumes contain carbon monoxide which can be deadly when
inhaled .
WARNING
• NEVER operate the log splitter on slippery, wet,
muddy or icy ground .
• ALWAYS chock the wheels before splitting.
• ONLY operate the log splitter on level ground.
Operating on a slope could cause the log splitter
to roll over or logs to fall off.
• ONLY operate the log splitter in daylight or under
good artificial light.
• ALWAYS keep the work area clean. Remove split
wood around the log splitter immediately to
prevent accidents.

Preparation of the Log

Both ends of the log should be cut as square as possible to help prevent the log from riding out of the splitter during
operation . Do not split logs greater than 25 .5" in length .

Operation of the Log Splitter

Only one operator may operate the log splitter from the operator zone as shown in the diagram . Keep all bystanders and pets
away . The operator has the safest and most efficient access to the control valve and the beam in this location . Operating the
log splitter in another location can result in serious injury or death .
Horizontal Position
Foot
Beam
Plate
Operator
Zone
8
Engine
Tongue
Vertical Position
Operator
Zone