Ribimex PREHLS8T/VN1 Manuel D'instructions Et D'utilisation page 39

5.7- Upon completion of work
Upon completing your work:
- Bring the ram / wedge to its lower position.
- Release one of the control arms.
- Switch the machine off and unplug machine from power source.
- Tighten the dipstick cap.
- Follow the general maintenance and cleaning instructions.
5.8- Tips:
- When the ambient temperature is below -5°C: let the log splitter run for at least 5-10 minutes with
no load so that the oil can be warmed.
Never force the log splitter for more than 5 seconds by keeping pressure on it to split
excessively hard wood! After this time interval, the oil under pressure will be
overheated and the machine could be damaged.
- For such extremely hard log, rotate it by 90° to see whether it can be split in a different direction.
- In any circumstances, if a log cannot be splitted, that means its hardness exceeds the capacity of
the machine and thus that log should be removed to protect the log splitter and cut using other tools.
- Do not attempt to split green logs.
- Dry, seasoned logs split much more easily, and will not jam as frequently as green wood.
- Never attempt to split logs containing nails, metals parts or any other hard piece.
- Only split logs with length meet the product specifications.
- Set and split the log in the direction of its growing grain.
- Do not place the log across the log splitter for splitting. It may be dangerous and may seriously
damage the machine.
- Do not attempt to split 2 pieces of logs at the same time. One of them may fly up and hit you.
- Well organize the woods after cutting. This maintain a safer work area, by keeping it uncluttered,
and avoid the danger of tripping, or damaging the power cord.
- Accumulated split wood and wood chips can create a hazardous work environment. Never continue to
work in a cluttered work area which may cause you to slip, trip or fall. Keep your work area clean and
tidy.
WARNING! Do not become careless in assuming your knowledge of the tool.
DO NOT be filled (over repeated use) with a sense of ease and familiarity with the
tool, neglecting strict compliance to the safety instructions given with the tool.
Improper us of the tool or failure to comply with the provided safety instructions in
this manual can cause severe injury.
Remember that a split second of negligence is enough to cause serious damage.
Stay alert for your surroundings and especially for any danger that you may not
hear while using the tool.
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