Break log in the direction of its growing grain. Do not place 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.
6. HOW TO FREE A JAMMED LOG
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Release both controls.
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After the log pusher moves back
and completely stops at its
starting position, insert a wedge
wood under the jammed log.
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Start the log splitter to push the
wedge wood to go completely
under the jammed log.
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Repeat the above procedure with
sharper slope wedge woods until
the log is completely free.
WARNING:
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Never ask the assistance of another person when freeing a jammed log.
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All the safety rules described in chapter 3. Safety instructions apply
when carrying out the operations described above.
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Do not try to knock the jammed log off. Knocking about will damage the
machine or may launch the log and cause an accident.
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