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V4 - June 2016
Safety Stop Button
The SAFETY STOP BUTTON is a safety device designed to remove all power from the log splitter when
activated and prevent unexpected start up.
Activating the Safety Stop will turn the Engine OFF. If the wedge is moving, activating the Safety
Stop will not bring the wedge to an immediate stop (if the safety stop is activated while the wedge is
moving at full speed, the wedge will travel approximately 150mm before coming to a complete
stop).
Safety Function Check - Safety Stop Button
Before starting splitting operations, check that the SAFETY STOP BUTTON functions correctly.
1.
While the Engine is OFF. Check that the Safety Stop Button moves freely. Press the Safety
Stop Button and check that it locks in the ON position
2.
Release the Safety Stop Button to allow the engine to start
3.
Start the Engine and keep it running for at least 5 seconds
4.
Press the Safety Stop Button and check the Engine shut downs
DO NOT continue to use if the Engine fails to shut down after
pressing the Safety Stop Button
Shut the machine down using the ON/OFF switch at the engine.
Contact the Manufacturer
Two-Hand Control Lever System
The TWO-HAND CONTROL LEVER system is a safety device. It is designed to ensure that when the
splitting wedge is moving the operator has both hands and upper limbs clear of the splitting-zone.
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WARNING
ALWAYS use two hands on the controls
DO NOT modify the control levers or use an extension
device or tool to avoid two-hand operation
Safety Function Checks - Control Lever System
The control lever system is designed to ensure the splitting wedge stops immediately when either or
both of the levers are released.
1.
Start the machine and move the splitting wedge by actuating both levers at the same time
2.
Release the left-hand control lever and check that the splitting wedge stops immediately
3.
Repeat with the right-hand control lever
4.
Repeat by releasing both levers at the same time
DO NOT continue to use the machine if the splitting wedge fails
to stop when performing any of the above safety checks.
Contact the Manufacturer for instructions on repair or
replacement
