Speeco 401622PH User Manual
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GENERAL SAFETY
EVER
NEVER allow children to operate this log splitter. NEVER allow adults lacking proper instructions and understanding to
operate this log splitter.
KEEP all people and pets a minimum of 10 feet away from your work area when operating this log splitter. Only the
operator is to be near the log splitter during use.
NEVER actuate the control until all people are clear of the work area.
NEVER operate the log splitter when under the influence of alcohol, drugs or medication.
NEVER allow a person who is tired or otherwise not alert to operate the log splitter.
PREPARATION OF THE LOG
Both ends of the log should be cut as square as possible to help prevent the log from riding out of the splitter during
operation. Do not split logs greater than 26 in. in length.
WORK AREA
NEVER operate the log splitter on slippery, wet, muddy or icy ground.
ONLY operate your log splitter on level ground. Operating on a slope could cause the log splitter to roll over or logs to fall
off.
NEVER operate your log splitter in an enclosed area. Exhaust fumes contain carbon monoxide which can be deadly when
inhaled.
NEVER attempt to move your log splitter over hilly or uneven terrain without a tow vehicle or adequate help.
ALWAYS block the wheels to prevent movement of the log splitter while in operation.
ONLY operate your log splitter in daylight or under good artificial light.
ALWAYS keep the work area clean. Remove split wood around your log splitter immediately so that you don’t stumble
over it.
OPERATION OF THE LOG SPLITTER
Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury or death.
OPERATOR
ZONE
TONGUE
FOOT PLATE
ENGINE
ONLY operate the log splitter from the operator zone as
shown in the diagram. The operator has the safest and
most effcient access to the control valve and the beam
in this location.Failure to operate the log splitter in this
position can result in serious injury or death.
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read the operator’s manual before operation. It is located in the plastic canister on the tongue.
BEAM