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This symbol points out important
safety
instructions
which, if not followed,
could
endanger the personal safety and/or property
of
yourself and others. Read and follow
all
instructions
in this manual before attempting
to
operate this machine. Failure to comply
with
these instructions
may result in personal injury.
When you see this symbol, HEED ITS WARNING!
CALIFORNIA
PROPOSITION
65
Engine Exhaust, some of its constituents,
and certain vehicle
components
contain or emit chemicals
known to State
of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other
reproductive
harm.
This machine was built to be operated
according
to the
safe operation
practices in this manual. As with any type of
power equipment,
carelessness or error on the part of the
operator can result in serious injury. This machine is capable
of amputating
fingers, hands, toes and feet and throwing
debris. Failure to observe the following
safety instructions
could result in serious injury or death.
Your Responsibility--Restrict
the use of this power
machine to persons who read, understand
and follow
the warnings
and instructions
in this manual and on the
machine.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
Training
lo.
1.
Read, understand,
and follow all instructions
on the machine
and in the manual before attempting
to assemble
and
operate.
Keep this manual in a safe place for future and regular
reference
and for ordering
replacement
parts.
2.
Read the Operator's
Manual and follow
all warnings
and safety
instructions.
Failure to do so can result in serious injury to the
operator
and/or bystanders.
For questions
call, 1-800-4-MY-
HOME.
3.
Be familiar
with all controls
and their
proper operation.
Know
how to stop the machine
and disengage
them quickly.
4.
Never allow children
under 16 years of age to operate
this
machine.
Children
16 and over should
read and understand
the
instructions
and safe operation
practices in this manual and on
the machine
and be trained
and supervised
by an adult.
5.
Never allow adults to operate
this machine
without
proper
instruction.
6.
Many accidents
occur when more than one person operates
the machine.
Ifa helper is assisting in stacking
logs, never
activate
the control
until the helper is a minimum
of 10 feet
from the machine.
Z
Keep bystanders,
pets, and children
at least 20 feet from the
machine
while it is in operation.
8.
Never allow anyone to ride on this machine.
9.
Never transport
ca rgo on this machine.
Hydraulic
log splitters
develop
high fluid pressures during
operation.
Fluid escaping
through
a pin hole opening
can
penetrate
your skin and cause blood poisoning,
gangrene,
or
death. Give attention
to the following
instructions
at all times:
a.
Do not check for leaks with your ha nd.
b.
Do not operate
machine
with frayed, kinked, cracked, or
damaged
hoses, fittings,
or tubing.
c.
Stop the engine and relieve hydraulic
system pressure
before changing
or adjusting
fittings,
hoses, tubing,
or
other system components.
d.
Do not adjust the pressure settings
of the pump
or
valve.
10.
Leaks can be detected
by passing cardboard
or wood,
while wearing
protective
gloves and safety glasses, over the
suspected
area. Look for discoloration
of cardboard
or wood.
11.
If injured
by escaping
fluid, see a doctor
immediately.
Serious
infection
or reaction
can develop
if proper
medical
treatment
is not administered
immediately.
12.
Keep the operator
zone and adjacent
area clear for safe, secure
footing.
13.
If your machine
is equipped
with an internal
combustion
engine and is intended
for use near any unimproved
forest,
brush, or grass covered
land, the engine
exhaust should
be
equipped
with a spark attester.
Make sure you comply
with
applicable
local, state, and federal codes. Take appropriate
firefighting
equipment
with you.
14.
This machine
should
be used for splitting
wood only; do not
use it for any other purpose.
15.
Follow the instructions
in the manual(s)
provided
with any
attachment(s)
for this machine.
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