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8 tonne Electric hydraulic Log Splitter Assembly, Installation, Care, Maintenance useage Instruction Manual
2.0 SAFETY USAGE
•UNDERSTAND YOUR LOG SPLITTER
Read and understand the owner’s manual and labels
axed to the log splitter. Learn its application and
limitations as well as the specific potential hazards peculiar
to it.
•DRUGS, ALCOHOL AND MEDICATION
Do not operate the log splitter while under the influence
of drugs, alcohol, or any medication that could aect your
ability to use it properly.
•AVOID DANGEROUS CONDITIONS
Put the log splitter on a 60 - 75cm high, stable, flat,
and level work bench where there is plenty of room for
handling, and help the operator stay alert.
Bolt the log splitter to the work surface if it tends to slip,
walk, or slide. Keep your work area clean and well lighted.
Cluttered areas invite injuries.
Do not use the log splitter in wet or damp areas or expose
it to rain.
Do not use it in areas where fumes from paint, solvents or
flammable liquids pose a potential hazard.
•INSPECT YOUR LOG SPLITTER
Check your log splitter before turning it on. Keep guards in
place and in working order.
Form a habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting
wrenches are removed from tool area before turning it on.
Replace damaged, missing or failed parts before using it.
•DRESS PROPERLY
Do not wear loose clothing, gloves, neckties or jewelry
(rings, wrist watches). They can be caught in moving parts.
Protective electrically nonconductive gloves and
non-skid footwear are recommended when working.
Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair,
preventing it from get caught in machinery.
•PROTECT YOUR EYES AND FACE
Any log splitter may throw foreign objects into the eyes.
This can cause permanent eye damage. Always wear
safety goggles. Everyday eyeglasses have only impact
resistant lenses. They are not safety glasses.
Do not put the log splitter on the ground for operations.
This is awkward operating position that the operator has
to bring his face close to the machine, and thus risks being
struck by wood chips or debris.
•EXTENSION CORDS
Improper use of extension cords may cause inecient
operation of the log splitter which can result in
overheating.
Be sure the extension cord is no longer than 10m and its
section is no less than 2.5mm2 to allow sucient current
flow to the motor.
Avoid use of free and inadequately insulated connections.
Connections must be made with protected material
suitable for outdoor use.
•AVOID ELECTRICAL SHOCK
Check that the electric circuit is adequately protected and
that it corresponds with the power, voltage and frequency
of the motor.
Check that there is a ground connection, and a regulation
dierential switch upstream. Ground the log splitter.
Prevent body contact with grounded surfaces: pipes,
radiators, ranges, and refrigerator enclosures.
Never open the pushbutton box on the motor. Should
this be necessary, contact a qualified electrician Mark sure
your fingers do not touch the plug’s metal prongs when
plugging or unplugging the log splitter.
•KEEP VISITORS AND CHILDREN AWAY
The log splitter must be always operated by one person
only. Other people should keep a safe distance from
the work area, especially when the log splitter is under
operations. Never use another people to help you with
freeing jammed log.
•INSPECT YOUR LOG
Make sure there are no nails or foreign objects in logs to
be split. The ends of the logs must be cut square. Branches
must be cut of flush with the trunk.
•DON’T OVERREACH
Floor must not be slippery. Keep proper footing and
balance at all times.
Never stand on log splitter. Serious injury could occur if
the tool is tipped or if the cutting tools is unintentionally
contacted.
Do not store anything above or near the log splitter where
anyone might stand on the tool to reach them.
2.1. General Safety
