Use and Care Manual

USING THE LOG SPLITTER

WARNING: It is important to select an appropriate work site and properly set up the log splitter in

order to minimize the risk of slips and falls, equipment rolling or tipping over, carbon monoxide poison-

ing, and accidental fires.

SELECT LOCATION

Make sure to find a dry level surface with good footing for operation. Stay clear of areas with mud, ice, tall grass,

weeds, brush, or snow. Always use the log splitter outdoors, away from air intakes.

Muffler should be at least seven feet from any combustible objects during operation. Hot exhaust fumes from the

engine could cause a fire. Also, hydraulic oil leaking or spraying on the hot engine can result in a fire.

WARNING: The running engine gives off carbon monoxide, a poisonous gas that can kill you. You

CANNOT smell it, see it, or taste it. ONLY run the log splitter OUTDOORS and away from air intakes.

NEVER run the log splitter inside homes, garages, sheds, or other buildings or semi-enclosed spaces.

These spaces can trap poisonous gases, EVEN if you run a fan or open windows.

If you start to feel sick, dizzy, or weak while using the log splitter, shut off the engine and get to fresh air RIGHT

AWAY. See a doctor. You may have carbon monoxide poisoning.

FIRE PRECAUTIONS

Make sure you comply with applicable local, state and federal codes.

Keep a fire extinguisher available (classified for both ordinary combustibles & flammable liquids) as a precaution-

ary measure when operating the log splitter in dry areas.

LOCK DOWN SUPPORT LEG & BLOCK WHEELS

Lock the support leg in the DOWN position.

Block the wheels to prevent unintended movement of the log splitter.

Support Leg

SET TO HORIZONTAL POSITION

Make sure the beam is locked securely in the horizontal position

by checking the horizontal lock.

Horizontal Lock