Champion Power Equipment 90720 - Manual (Page 6)

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REV 90720-20131010
ENGLISH 90720
SAFETy RULES
Log Splitter engine exhaust contains carbon
monoxide, a colorless, odorless, poison gas.
Breathing carbon monoxide will cause nausea,
dizziness, fainting or death. If you start to feel dizzy
or weak, get to fresh air immediately.
Rotating parts can entangle hands, feet, hair,
clothing and/or accessories. Traumatic amputation or
severe laceration can result.
DANGER
DANGER
Operate log splitter outdoors only in a well
ventilated area. DO NOT operate the log splitter
inside any building, enclosure or compartment.
DO NOT allow exhaust fumes to enter a confined
area through windows, doors, vents or other
openings.
DANGER CARBON MONOXIDE, using a
log splitter indoors CAN KILL YOU IN MINUTES.
Keep hands and feet away from rotating parts. Tie up
long hair and remove jewelry. Operate equipment with
guards in place. DO NOT wear loose-fitting clothing,
dangling drawstrings or items that could become
caught.
The engine exhaust from this product contains
chemicals known to the state of California to cause
cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
Read this manual thoroughly before operating your
log splitter. Failure to follow instructions could result
in serious injury or death.
WARNING
WARNING
Sparks can result in fire or electrical shock.
DANGER
When servicing the engine:
Disconnect the spark plug wire and place it where
it cannot contact the plug. DO NOT check for spark
with the plug removed. Use only approved spark
plug testers.
Running engines produce heat. Severe burns can
occur on contact. Combustible material can catch
fire on contact.
DO NOT touch hot surfaces. Avoid contact with
hot exhaust gases. Allow equipment to cool before
touching. Maintain at least three feet of clearance
on all sides to ensure adequate cooling. Maintain
at least five feet of clearance from combustible
materials.
Crush Hazard
Wedge can cut through skin and break bones. Keep
all limbs away from wedge and endplate.
WARNING
WARNING
Projectile Hazard
Pieces of log may be ejected from the splitter while
operating.
Wear ANSI approved safety glasses when
operating. Be alert.
WARNING
Keep Operator Work Zone Clear
Keep work zone clear of debris while working to
ensure safe footing.
WARNING
Operation of this equipment may create sparks that
can start fires around dry vegetation.
A spark arrestor may be required. The operator
should contact local fire agencies for laws or
regulations relating to fire prevention requirements.
WARNING