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Caution! Risk of injury and/or damage and/or deterioration of product in case of
non-compliance to safety requirements.
Understand your log saw
Read the instructions manual.
Read and understand the manual and labels affixed to the log saw.
Learn its application and limitations as well as the specific potential hazards
peculiar to it.
Make sure all users read the instructions.
Operators need to receive necessary training and instruction before operating the
product.
Never permit a person without training or proper instruction to operate this machine.
Keep this manual handy for future reference
Do not expose to or use in weather conditions (ex.: storm, rain, snow ...), moisture.
Do not use in damp or wet areas.
The machine must NOT be sprayed with water (danger due to the presence of
electric current).
Do not operate the unit outdoors when it is raining.
Avoid dangerous conditions
Always operate your log saw on dry, solid, level ground.
Never operate your log saw on slippery, wet, muddy, or icy surfaces.
The location you choose should be free from any tall grass, brush, or other
interferences.
There should be plenty of room for handling, and help the operator stay alert.
To avoid tripping, do not leave tools, logs, or other components laying around the
work area.
Do not use it in areas where fumes from paint, solvents or flammable liquids pose a
potential hazard.
Inspect your log splitter
Check your log saw before turning it on.
Keep guards in place and in working order.
Warning: pay attention to fingers pinching or entrapment hazard.
Do not disassemble or modify the protective devices or the log saw.
Form a habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting wrenches are removed from
tool before turning it on.
Replace damaged, missing or failed parts before using it.
Make sure all nuts, bolts, screws, hydraulic fittings, hose clamps, etc. are securely
tightened.
Always check the oil level in the hydraulic oil tank.
Never operate your log saw when it is in need of repair or is in poor mechanical
condition.
Before starting work, hydraulic pipes and hoses shall be inspected and stopping
devices shall be tested;
Inspect your log
Make sure there are no nails or foreign objects in logs to be cut.
Never attempt to cut logs containing nails, wire or debris.
Wear protective equipment
- Protect your eyes and face
Any log cutting saw may throw foreign objects into the air.
Flying debris can cause permanent eye damage or face & head injury.
Always wear protective face shield or safety goggles.
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