Echo Bear Cat LS27270T - Manual (Page 6)

2 LOG SPLITTER
SAFETY
1.3 OPERATION SAFETY
1.4 MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE SAFETY
1.5 TOWING SAFETY
Always stand clear of discharge area when operating
this machine. Keep face and body away from cutting
area.
Keep hands and feet out of cutting
area while machine is operating
to avoid serious personal injury.
Stop and allow machine to come
to a complete stop before clearing
obstructions.
Set up your work site so you are
not endangering traffic and the public. Take great care
to provide adequate warnings.
Do not climb on machine when operating. Keep proper
balance and footing at all times.
Ensure the control lever is in the neutral detent position
before starting the machine.
Keep the machine clear of debris and other
accumulations.
Do not attempt to split two logs with one positioned on
top of the other.
Check the logs before splitting. Ensure there are no
foreign materials, such as nails, present in the wood.
Do not attempt to split wood across the grain.
Do not load the log splitter while the splitting wedge
is moving.
Hold the log by the sides when you are positioning it
into the log splitter. Do not hold the log by the ends.
Block the wheels of the log splitter before operating.
Do not step across the log splitter while the engine is
running.
Do not operate the log splitter while it is attached to a
towing vehicle.
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Before inspecting, servicing, storing, or changing an
accessory, shut off the machine and make sure all
moving parts have come to a complete stop. Disconnect
the spark plug.
Replace any missing or unreadable safety decals.
Refer to the safety decal section for part numbers.
Allow machine to cool before storing in an enclosure.
Store the machine out of reach of children and where
fuel vapors will not reach an open flame or spark.
Never store this machine with fuel in the fuel tank
inside a building where fumes may be ignited by an
open flame or spark. Ignition sources can be hot water
and space heaters, furnaces, clothes dryers, stoves,
electric motors, etc.
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Ensure the log splitter is locked in the horizontal position
before towing.
Connect hitch safety chains. Tighten trailer hitch bolts.
Do not attempt to tow the trailer if the vehicle is not
equipped with a 2” (50 mm) ball.
Do not exceed the maximum towing speed indicated
on tire sidewall. Inflate tires to manufacturer’s
specifications as stated on the tire sidewall.
Optimum towing performance can be achieved by
maintaining a horizontal trailer hitch.
Check wheel lug bolts periodically to ensure they are
tight and secure.
Make sure the jack stand on the trailer is in the UP
position during towing. Place the jack stand on a level
surface and secure it in the DOWN position before
using.
Never allow passengers to ride on the machine.
Shut off fuel supply when towing.
Towing laws may vary in different countries/regions/
states. It is recommended that you contact your local
motor vehicle department for any special regulations
that pertain to towing and know the laws of any country/
region/state you travel through.
Do not tow machine faster than 45 mph (72 kph).
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Drain the fuel and dispose of it in a safe manner for
storage periods of three months or more.
Replace any worn, cut, abraded, flattened or crimped
hydraulic hoses.
Wear proper hand and eye protection when searching
for a hydraulic leak. Instead of using your hands, use
a piece of wood or cardboard as a backstop to identify
a leak.
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