1.
The
log
splitter mustalways beusedby
one operator only,
2.
Nobody must
be
allowedto use
the
log
splitter unlessthey havereadthe
instructionmanualandhavebeen
instructedinthe regulationsto follow for
correct
and
safe
use.
3.
The machine
must
be
used
byadults only.
Use
of
the
logsplitter
by
apprenticesof
not
lessthan
16
years of
age
must
be
supervisedby an
adult
authorized
to
use
the machine.
4.
Never
wear loose, unbuttonedclothing
which
may
become
trapped in moving
parts.
5.
Positionthe machineon
a
support
surface
of
60-75
cm
height,
free
from any
objects
that could preventcompletefreedom of
movement
for the operator
while
working.
The
surface
must
be
perfectlyleveledto
prevent
the
machinefromfalling during
operation.
6.
it
is
prohibitedtowork with the machine
on
the ground. This isnot only
an
uncomfortableworking positionbutitit
can
also
be
dangerous
because
theoperator
has
to bringhisface
close
tothe machine,
and
thus
risks
being struck
by
chips
or
debris.
7.
Check
thatthe
logs
to
be
split
are
free
from
nails or
wire,
which
may
fly
up
or
damage
the
machine,the
ends
of
the
Icgs
must
be
cut
square,
branches
must
be
cut
ofi
flush
with
the trunk.
8.
Nevertry tosplit logslargerthan those
indicated inthe technicalspecifications.
This could
be
dangerous
and
may
damage
the
machine.
9.
Break
wood inthedirectionof
the
grain,
do
notplace
wood
across
the
log
splitter
and leave itinthat positionfor
splitting;
It
may
be
dangerous and
may
seriously
damage
the machine.
10.
Never
attempt
to
cut
two
logsatonce,
one
may
fly
up
and hityou.
11.
Ifthe
log
moves
away
from
the
blade,
retract
the
ram
or the bladeand
turn
the
logthrough
90".
12.
Do
not
attempt
to load
the
log
in
the
log
splitterwhile the ramisin motion,you
could
get
trapped
and injured.
13.
Keep
your handswell away
from
any splits
and
crackswhich open inthe log;
these
may
closesuddenly
and
crushor
amputateyour
fingers.
34.
Neverforce
the
log
splitter
for
more
than
5
seconds
keepingthe cylinderunder
pressure
inthe attemptto split excessively
hardwood.
After
thistime interval,
the
oil
under pressure
is
overheatedand the
machinecould
be
damaged.
It
isthus
betterto stop androtatethe logby
90'
to
see
whether
it
can
be
split in
a
dilXerent
position.
In
any
case,
if
you
are not
able
to
split the
log,
this meansthat its hardness
exceeds
the
capacity
of
the
machineand
thusthat logshould
be
discarded
so
as
not
todamagethe top splitter.
15.
Do not
force
the bladebypushing
the
log
on
the upper
part,
as
this
mn
cause
the
blade
to
break
or
damage the
body
of the
machine. Always
set
the log
on
the
guides.
16.
Never
leave the machineunattended
while itis running.
If
you
leave
the
machine,
even
for
a
short
time,
remove
the
powersupply or any
possible
cause
of
accidentalstart-up.
17.
The logsplitter
must
never
be used
by
an
operator
who
isunder
the
influence
of
