Echo LS21 Owners Manual v.1 - Manual (Page 14)

10 LOG SPLITTER
OPERATION
1. Ensure the engine is running at full RPM before
attempting to split wood.
2. Select a log no more than 24 inches (61 cm) in length
to split. The log should be free from foreign materials.
Both ends of the log must be cut square.
3. Grasp the log by the sides and place it in the splitting
area. Center the log on the beam. Do not attempt to
split wood against the grain.
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CAUTION
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4. Stand behind the splitting area on the control lever side
of the log splitter.
5. Using your hand, push the control lever toward the
splitting area. Keep all body parts clear of the splitting
area while the splitting wedge is in motion.
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6. Hold the control lever in the forward position until either
the log is split or the ram has reached its full extension.
If the log starts to split in an undesired fashion, reverse
the ram, reposition the log and try again.
7. Pull the control lever back to the reverse position. The
lever will automatically return to the neutral position
when the cylinder is fully retracted. Keep all body parts
clear of the ram while it retracts.
8. Remove the split pieces and repeat the steps above
with a new log.
4.4 OPERATING THE LOG SPLITTER
WARNING
Read and follow all safety instructions in this manual.
Failure to operate the machine in accordance with
the safety instructions MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL
INJURY!
Obtain and wear safety glasses at all times when
operating the machine.
Do not wear loose fitting clothing.
The operator should always wear heavy boots, gloves,
and pants.
When splitting large and heavy material it is possible
for the log splitter to tip. Please secure the hitch before
operating.
Do not place your hands on the ends of the log when
loading the log splitter. If necessary, you may support
the log on the main beam by placing your hand on the
side of the log. Do not place your hand between the
log and splitting wedge. Only support the log with your
hand until the splitting wedge makes contact with the log.
Then, remove your hand from the splitting area, stand
clear and resume operation.
Keep all body parts away from the splitting area while
the splitting wedge is in motion.