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12.
Whensplittingintheverticalposition,stabilizethelogbefore
movingthecontrol.Splitasfollows:
a. Placelogontheendplateandturnuntilitleansagainst
thebeamandisstable.
b. Whensplittingextralargeorunevenlogs,thelogmust
bestabilizedwithwoodenshimsorsplitwoodbetween
thelogandendplateorground.
12. Alwayskeepfingersawayfromanycracksthatopeninthelog
whilesplitting.Theycanquicklycloseandpinchoramputate
yourfingers.
13. Keepyourworkareaclean.Immediatelyremovesplitwood
aroundthemachinesoyoudonotstumbleoverit.
14. Nevermovethismachinewhiletheengineisrunning.
15. Thismachineshouldnotbetowedonanystreet,highwayor
publicroadwithoutcheckingtheexistingfederal,state,or
localvehiclerequirements.Anylicensingormodificationssuch
astaillights,etc.,neededtocomply,isthesoleresponsibility
ofthepurchaser.Ifa"StatementofOrigin"isrequiredinyour
state,seeyourlocaldealer.
16. Donottowmachineover45mph.
17. SeeTransportingtheLogSplittersectioninthismanualfor
propertowinginstructionsonceallfederal,local,orstate
requirementsaremet.
Maintenanceand Storage
This machine is equipped with an internal combustion engine and
should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-covered,
brush-covered or grass-covered land unless the engine's exhaust
system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local
or state laws (if any)
1. Stop the engine, disconnect the spark plug and ground it
against the engine before cleaning, or inspecting the machine.
2. Stop the engine and relieve hydraulic system pressure before
repairing or adjusting fittings, hoses, tubing, or other system
components.
3. To prevent fires, clean debris and chaff from the engine
and muffler areas. If the engine is equipped with a spark
attester muffler, clean and inspect it regularly according to
manufacturers instructions. Replace if damaged.
4. Periodically check that all nuts and bolts, hose clamps, and
hydraulic fittings are tight to be sure equipment is in safe
working condition.
5. Check all safety guards and shields to be sure they are in the
proper position. Never operate with safety guards, shields, or
other protective features removed.
The pressure relief valve is preset at the factory. Do not adjust
the valve.
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10.
Never attempt to move this machine over hilly or uneven
terrain without a tow vehicle or adequate help.
For your safety, replace all damaged or worn parts immediately
with original equipment manufacturer's (O.E.M.) parts only.
"Use of parts which do not meet the original equipment
specifications may lead to improper performance and
compromise safety!"
Do not alter this machine in any manner, alterations such as
attaching a rope or extension to the control handle, or adding
to the width or height of the wedge may result in personal
injury.
According to the Consumer Products Safety Commission
(CPSC) and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA),
this product has an Average Useful Life of seven (7) years, or
130 hours of operation. At the end of the Average Useful Life
have the machine inspected annually by an authorized service
dealer to ensure that all mechanical and safety systems are
working properly and not worn excessively. Failure to do so
can result in accidents, injuries or death.
SparkArrestor
Ira spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in effective
working order by the operator. In the State of California the above
is required by law (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources
Code). Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on
federal lands.
A spark attester for the muffler is available through your nearest
Sears Parts and Repair Service Center.
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