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WXR720/L, WXR740/L
Log Splitter
6.10 Start the Machine
WARNING!
Fast retraction of the starter cord (called
kickback) pulls your hand and arm toward the
engine faster than you can let go of the handle.
Serious bodily harm (for example; bruises,
sprains, fractures, and broken bones) can result.
When starting the engine, pull the starter cord
slowly until you feel resistance, and then pull it
rapidly to avoid kickback.
WARNING!
Before you start the machine, read and
understand all of the safety information in this
manual, the engine manufacturer's manual, and
the chain saw manufacture's manual.
IMPORTANT! If the engine does not start after
repeated attempts, contact your local dealer or go to
VanguardPower.com.
Before you start the machine, see the information under
Controls on page 18.
1. Complete the tasks described in the Pre-operation
Checklist on page 23.
2. Make sure that the machine is set up correctly, level, and in
a stable position.
3. Move the hydraulic controls to the neutral position (out of
detent).
4. Move the choke control to the Closed position.
5. Move the throttle control to the Fast position.
6. Firmly grip the starter-cord handle.
7. Pull the starter cord out slowly until you feel resistance, and
then pull it rapidly.
8. When the engine warms up, move the choke control to the
Open position.
6.11 Stop the Machine
IMPORTANT! Do not choke the carburetor to stop the
engine.
1. Stop loading material onto the splitter bed.
2. Move the hydraulic controls to neutral.
3. Move the engine throttle control to the STOP position to
turn off the engine and close the fuel shutoff valve.
4. Activate each hydraulic control two or three times to relieve
the hydraulic system pressure.
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6.12 Emergency Stop
In the event of an emergency:
1. Move the hydraulic controls to neutral.
2. Move the engine throttle control to the STOP position to
turn off the engine and close the fuel shutoff valve.
3. Remove the cause of the emergency before starting the
engine and resuming work.
6.13 Log Placement
Risk of pinching or crushing hazard between the
wedge or push block and the log!
Never place hands at the ends of the log.
Always grasp logs by the sides when loading or
removing.
• Always grasp the log by the sides not the ends when
placing in or removing logs from the splitter. This
minimizes the chance of the operator getting fingers, hands
or arm between the wedge / push block and the log.
• Any logs or debris remaining on the splitter bed should only
be removed after it is safe to do so.
Figure 18 – Correct log placement
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Operating Instructions
WARNING!
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