Safety - Husqvarna S427 Operator's Manual

Never place hands or body
part between a log and any
part of the log splitter.
Hold logs on sides when
loading. Keep hands and feet
away from cylinder, wedge,
and partially split logs.
Do not split logs against the
grain. Split logs end to end in
the direction of the grain only.
Keep sparks, flame and
smoking materials away.
WARNING! THIS SPLITTING
MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF CRUSHING
OR AMPUTATING BODY PARTS.
FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS IN THE MANUALS
AND ON DECALS COULD RESULT IN
SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
Before Operating
• Read, understand, and follow all
instructions on the machine and in the
manual.
• Understand how to operate all controls,
the functions of all controls, and how to
STOP in an emergency.
• Read these safety rules and follow them
closely. Failure to follow these rules
could lead to loss of control of unit,
severe personal injury or death to you or
bystanders or result in damage to property
or the machine.
• Make sure all assembly has been properly
completed.
• Understand all safety instructions provided
in the manual.
• Review control functions and operation of
the unit. Do not operate the unit unless all
controls function as described.
• Review recommended lubrication,
maintenance and adjustments.

SAFETY

• Inspect unit before each use for: missing
or damaged decals and shields. Replace
or repair as needed.
General Operation
• The user is responsible for preventing
accidents or injuries occurring to
themselves, other people or property.
• Do not allow anyone to operate the log
splitter who has not read the operator
manual or has not been instructed on the
safe use of the splitter.
• Do not use log splitter for any purpose
other than splitting logs.
• Keep children, people, and pets away. Be
alert and shut the unit off if anyone enters
work area. Keep children under watchful
care of a responsible adult.
• Never allow children or untrained adults to
operate this machine.
• Never allow anyone to ride on the
machine.
• Never transport cargo on the log splitter.
• Never operate the machine when under
the influence of alcohol, drugs, or
medication.
• Never leave the machine unattended with
the power source operating.
• Never operate the machine when under
the influence of alcohol, drugs, or
medication.
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To prevent serious injury
or death from escaping
hydraulic fluid, ALWAYS keep
body and hands away from
pin holes or nozzles that
eject hydraulic fluid under
pressure.
Escaping hydraulic fluid can
puncture skin and cause
blood poisoning.
Do not overfill fuel tank.
Replace fuel cap securely
and clean up spilled fuel
Never fill fuel tank when
engine is running, hot or unit
is indoors.