Champion Power Equipment 100133 - Manual (Page 9)

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100133 ENGLISH
SAFETy RULES
Maintenance and Storage
1 . Always shut off the power source while repairing or
adjusting the splitter except as recommended by the
manufacturer .
2 . Clean debris and chaff from the engine cylinder,
cylinder head fins, blower house rotation screen,
and muffler areas . If the engine is equipped with a
spark arrestor muffler, clean and inspect it regularly
(follow manufacturer’s service instructions) .
Replace, if damaged .
3 . Never store the unit indoors with fuel in the tank .
Fumes might reach an open flame spark . Allow the
engine to cool before storing in any enclosure .
4 . Clear debris from moveable parts, but only when the
power source is shut off .
5 . Check to be sure all nuts and bolts are tight to
assure the equipment is in safe working condition .
Operation
1 . Before starting this log splitter, review all safety
rules . Failure to follow these rules may result in
serious injury to the operator or bystanders .
2 . Be sure to confirm all hose connections and hose
clamps are tight before each use . It is possible for
connections to vibrate loose over time .
3 . Never leave the machine unattended with the power
source operating .
4 . Never operate the machine when under the
influence of alcohol, drugs or medication .
5 . The machine owner should instruct all operators in
safe log splitter operation .
6 . Always operate the log splitter with all safety
equipment in place and all controls properly
adjusted for safe operation .
7 . Always operate the log splitter at manufacturer’s
recommended speed .
8 . Always keep hands and feet clear of moving parts .
9 . When loading a ram-type log splitter, place your
hands on the sides of the log, not the ends . Never
place your hands or any part of your body between a
log and any part of the log splitter .
a . On ram-type log splitters, never attempt to
split more than one (1) log at a time unless the
ram has been fully extended and a second log
is needed to complete the separation of the
first log .
10 . On ram-type log splitters on which the logs are not
cut square, the longest portion of the log should
be rotated down and the most square end placed
against the ram .
11 . Use only your hand to operate the log splitter
controls .
12 . Do not refuel the engine until it has cooled for several
minutes .