• DO NOT operate without wearing protective hearing
devices.
• NEVER wear loose clothing, jewelry or gloves that
could be caught by moving parts. Keep clothing away
from all moving parts of splitter. Wear proper head
gear to keep loose hair away from moving parts.
3 DURING OPERATION
Ensure the following general safety precautions are observed
during the operation of the splitter.
• DO NOT attempt to operate the splitter from outside
of the operation zone.
• DO NOT use the wood splitter with the I-beam in any
position other than vertical. The splitter was designed
to split wood only in the vertical position. Using it in
any other position could cause serious injury to the
user or damage to the splitter.
• DO NOT operate splitter on slopes, hills, or uneven
terrain. Operate only on level ground. The splitter
could tip over causing serious injury.
• DO NOT operate splitter on slippery, muddy, or icy
surfaces.
• ALWAYS block splitter wheels to prevent movement
while in use.
• ALWAYS keep operation zone and adjacent area clear
for safe and secure footing. Remove split wood
immediately so that you do not stumble over it and
fall.
• ALWAYS use both hands to operate the Function
Interrupt Valve and Wedge Controls. DO NOT use
any other means to operate the controls.
• ALWAYS operate your splitter with all safety
equipment in place and all controls properly adjusted.
DO NOT modify or attempt to override or defeat the
safety devices.
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