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4.7 TRANSPORTING
TRANSPORT SAFETY
4.8 STORAGE
1. Make sure you are in compliance with all
local regulations regarding transporting
equipment on public roads and highways.
2. Make sure the SMV (Slow Moving Vehicle)
emblem and all the lights and reflectors that
are required by the local highway and
transport authorities are in place, are clean
and can be seen clearly by all overtaking
and oncoming traffic.
3. Do not allow anyone to ride on the Log
Splitter or tractor during transport.
4. Do not exceed 20 mph (32 kph). Reduce
speed on rough roads and surfaces.
5. Use retainers on the mounting pins when
attaching.
6. Always use hazard flashers on the tractor
when transporting unless prohibited by law.
1. Store the unit in an area away from human
activity.
2. Do not permit children to play on or around
the stored machine.
3. Store the unit in a dry, level area. Support
the frame with planks if required.
STORAGE SAFETY
When transporting the machine, review and
follow these instructions:
1.
Be sure all bystanders are clear of the ma-
chine.
2.
Be sure that the machine is securely
attached to the tractor and all retainer pins
are installed.
3.
Be sure you have installed extra weights on
the front of the tractor if required.
4.
Clean the SMV emblem, lights and reflectors
and be sure they are working.
5.
Be sure you are in compliance with all
applicable lighting and marking regulations
when transporting. Check with your local
authorities.
6.
Be sure your machine can clearly be seen by
overtaking and oncoming traffic.
7.
Keep to the right and yield the right-of-way to
allow faster traffic to pass. Drive on the road
shoulder if permitted by law.
8.
Do not allow riders.
9.
Always use hazard flashers on the tractor
when transporting unless prohibited by law.
After the season's use, the machine should be
thoroughly inspected and prepared for storage.
Repair or replace any worn or damaged compo-
nents to prevent any unnecessary down time at
the start of next season. To insure a long,
trouble free life, this procedure should be followed
when preparing the unit for storage:
1.
Clear the area of bystanders, especially small
children.
2.
Thoroughly wash the machine using a
pressure washer to remove all dirt, mud,
debris and residue.
3.
Inspect the wedge, strippers and wear plates
for damage or entangled material. Repair or
replace damaged parts. Remove all entangled
material.
4.
Touch up all paint nicks and scratches to
prevent rusting.
5.
Move to storage area.
6.
Select an area that is dry, level and free of
debris.
7.
Fully retract the cylinder ram.
8.
Unhook from tractor.
9.
If the machine cannot be placed inside, cover
with a waterproof tarpaulin and tie securely
in place.
10.
Store the machine in an area away from
human activity.
11.
Do not allow children to play on or around
the stored machine.
