Speeco S400197N0 - Manual (Page 5)

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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
ONLY operate the log splitter from the operator zone.
KNOW how to stop the log splitter and disengage the controls before operating it.
NEVER place hands or feet between the log and splitting wedge during forward or reverse stroke. Serious injury or death
could result.
NEVER straddle or step over the log splitter during operation.
NEVER reach or bend over the log splitter to pick up a log.
NEVER try to split two logs on top of each other.
NEVER try to cross split a second log.
NEVER allow one person to operate the valve while another is positioning the log.
NEVER attempt to load your log splitter when the ram or wedge is in motion.
ALWAYS use your hand to operate the control lever on the valve. NEVER use your foot, a rope or any extension device.
Shut off the engine even if you are leaving the log splitter for a short period of time.
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Operator
Zone