General Safety - DK2 POWER OPS240 Guide De L'utilisateur

WARNING: GENERAL SAFETY
Operating this log splitter safely is necessary to prevent or minimize the risk of death or serious
injury. Unsafe operation can create a number of hazards for you. Always take the following
precautions when operating this log splitter:
A. Your log splitter is a powerful tool, not a plaything. Exercise extreme caution at all times. The
machine is designed to split logs. Do not use it for any other purpose.
B. Know how to stop the log splitter quickly; see SECTION III: STARTING & STOPPING.
C. Never operate your unit on a slippery, wet, muddy, or icy surface. Exercise caution to avoid
slipping or falling.
D. See manufacturer's instructions for proper operation and installation of accessories.
E. Never use the machine without ensuring that all guards and shields are in place.
Never, under any conditions, remove, bend, cut, fit, weld, or otherwise alter standard parts on
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the log splitter. The includes all shields and guards. Modifications to your machine could cause
personal injuries and property damage and will void your warranty.
Allow only one person to operate the log splitter at any time.
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H. If the machine starts to make an unusual noise or vibrate, shut down the engine, disconnect
the spark plug wire, keeping it away from the spark plug to prevent accidental starting, wait
five minutes for the engine to cool down, then inspect for damage. Vibration is generally a
warning of trouble. Check damaged parts and clean, repair and/or replace as necessary.
I. Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper operation regularly.
J. Before performing any maintenance or inspection procedure on the log splitter, shut down
the engine, disconnect the spark plug wire keeping it away from the spark plug to prevent
accidental starting, wait five minutes for machine to cool down.
K. Never allow people who are unfamiliar with these rules of safe operation to use your machine.
L. Never overload or attempt to split logs beyound the manufacturer's recommendation. It could
result in personal injury or damage to the machine.
M. While using the log splitter, do not hurry or take things for granted. When in doubt about the
equipment or your surroundings, stop the machine and take time to look things over.
Never operate the machine when under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or medication.
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O. Use the machine only in daylight.
P. Stay alert for hidden hazards or traffic.
Keep all nuts and bolts tight and keep the equipment in good operating condition.
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NOTE: List of warnings and cautions cannot be all-inclusive. If situations occur that are not
covered by this manual, the operator must apply common sense and operate this log splitter
in a safe manner. Contact the dealers for assistance in your area.
SAFETY RULES

GENERAL SAFETY

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