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GENERAL SAFETY RULES
Safety is a combination of common sense, staying alert, and knowing how to use the log splitter.
WARNING:
TO AVOID MISTAKES THAT COULD CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY,
DO NOT PLUG IN THE LOG SPLITTER UNTILTHE FOLLOWING STEPS HAVE
BEEN READ AND UNDERSTOOD.
1. READ and become familiar with this entire instruction manual. LEARN the tool’s
applications, limitations, and possible hazards.
2. AVOID DANGEROUS CONDITIONS. DO NOT use in wet or damp areas or expose to rain.
3. DO NOT use in the presence of flammable liquids or gases.
4. KEEP BYSTANDERS AT A SAFE DISTANCE. NEVER allow children or pets near the tool.
5. DRESS FOR SAFETY. DO NOT wear loose clothing, neckties, or jewelry (rings, watches,
etc.) when operating tool. Inappropriate clothing can get caught and pull you into moving parts.
6. ALWAYS WEAR EYE AND FACE PROTECTION.
7. ALWAYS remove the power cord plug from the electric outlet when making adjustments,
changing parts, or cleaning.
8. AVOID ACCIDENTAL START-UPS. Make sure the power switch is in the OFF position
before plugging in the power cord.
9. DO NOT abuse the power cord. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges, or moving parts.
Replace damaged cord immediately; it may create a shock or fire hazard.
10. NEVER LEAVE A RUNNING TOOL UNATTENDED. Turn the power switch to OFF. Do
not leave the tool until it has come to a complete stop.
11. DISCONNECT THE POWER. Unplug the tool when not in use, before making adjustments,
changing parts, cleaning, or working on the tool.
12. DO NOT OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
WARNING:
Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling and other
construction activities contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause
cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are:
Lead from lead-based paints,
Crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products, and
Arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated lumber
Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you do this type of work. To
reduce your exposure to these chemicals: work in a well-ventilated area, and work with approved
safety equipment, always wear MSHA/NIOSH approved, properly fitting face mask or respirator
when using such tools.
