Why Is Safety Important; Safety Rules - Wallenstein WX540 Operator's Manual

WX540, WX540L
Trailer Wood Splitter

2.3 Why is SAFETY important?

Three Big Reasons:
• Accidents Disable and Kill
• Accidents Cost
• Accidents Can Be Avoided
The policy of Wallenstein Equipment Inc. is to produce products
that are safe and reliable. However, even when using well-
engineered equipment, there is always an element of risk. To
minimize the risks and promote safety at all times, this section
of the operator's manual details a number of safety rules that
must always be followed and obeyed.
YOU are responsible for the SAFE operation and maintenance of
your Wallenstein Trailer Wood Splitter. YOU must ensure that you
and anyone else who is going to use, maintain or work around
the wood splitter be familiar with the operating and maintenance
procedures and related safety information contained in this
manual. This manual provides good safety practices that should
be followed while using the wood splitter.
Remember, YOU are the key to safety. Good safety practices
not only protect you but also the people around you. Make
these practices a working part of your safety program. Be
certain that EVERYONE using this equipment is familiar with the
recommended use and maintenance procedures and follows all
the safety precautions.

2.4 Safety Rules

• DO give operating instructions to operators or employees
before allowing them to operate the machine, and REVIEW
annually thereafter.
• DO read and understand ALL Safety and
Operating instructions in the manual and
follow them. The most important safety
device on this equipment is a SAFE
operator.
• DO review safety related items annually with all personnel
who are operating the machine or performing maintenance.
• DO wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
The suggested equipment includes but is not limited to the
following:
- Hearing Protection
- Protective glasses, goggles or face shield
- Heavy work gloves
- Protective shoes with slip resistant soles
• DO have a first-aid kit available for use
should the need arise and know how to
use it.
• DO read and understand all safety signs located on the
machine before operating, servicing, adjusting, or cleaning.
• DO inspect and secure all guards before starting.
• DO check engine intake and exhaust. Make sure they are
clear of debris prior to starting the machine.
• DO have a fire extinguisher available for use
should the need arise. Know how to use it.
• DO think SAFETY! Work SAFELY!
• DO NOT touch hot engine parts, muffler cover, hydraulic
hoses, engine body, engine oil, and so on during operation
or if the engine was recently shut off. Contact may cause
burns.
• DO NOT expect a person who has not read and understood
all operation and safety instructions to use the machine.
An untrained operator is not qualified and is exposed
to possible serious injury or death. It is the owner's
responsibility to make sure to the operator has familiarity
and understanding of the machine.
• DO NOT allow riders during transport.
• DO NOT risk injury or death by ignoring good safety
practices.
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Safety