10
OPERATION
1.
Plan your work site.
Work safely
and efficiently by planning your work
before you begin splitting logs. Have
your logs positioned where they can be
easily reached. Choose a location near
the split wood or transport the split wood
to your worksite.
2.
Prepare the logs for splitting.
This
log splitter accommodates logs up to 520
mm / 20.47” in length. When cutting up
logs or limbs, do not cut the sections
longer than the specified length. Do not
attempt to split green logs. Dry,
seasoned logs are much easier to split
and will not jam as frequently as green
wood might (due to its high level of
moisture).
3. Route the power cord.
Locate an
appropriate power outlet and secure an
extension cord if necessary. Route the
cord from the splitter to the power
source in a way that safeguards against
tripping over the cord or having the cord
being damaged in the works session. Be
sure to avoid wet conditions.
4.
Position splitter securely.
Be sure the
splitter is positioned firmly on a level,
solid supporting platform, 60-75 cm
(2.63” – 2.95”) high. The splitter should
be free from any objects that could
prevent freedom of movement for the
operator while working. Never operate
this machine on the ground because this
may increase the risk of injury to the
face as a result of splintering or debris
that may occur during the log splitting
process. If necessary, block the wheels
to prevent rolling.
5.
Open the air bleed.
(see A in Figure
5). Loosen the BLEED SCREW (part 14)
about 3-4 turns whenever the splitter is
being used. Retighten the screw when
finished.
6.
Place log onto splitter.
Place the log
onto the splitter, lengthwise and lying
flat on the main body (I in Figure 1). The
log should lie flat on the splitter, and be
cradled by the log guiding plates (A in
Figure 1). Never attempt to split a log at
an angle. Be sure the wedge (J in Figure
