Craftsman 247.77466 Operator's Manual page 3

WARNING: This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not followed, could
endanger the personal safety and/or property of yourself and others. Read and follow all
instructions in this manual before attempting to operate this machine. Failure to comply with these
instructions may result in personal injury. When you see this symbol - heed its warning.
_ ARNING: Engine Exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle
components contain or emit chemicals known to State of California to cause cancer
and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
DANG ER: This machine was built to be operated according to the rules for safe operation in this
manual. As with any type of power equipment, carelessness or error on the part of the operator can
result in serious injury. This machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects.
Failure to observe the following safety instructionscould result in serious injury or death.
TRAINING
1. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on
the machine and in the manual(s) before
attempting to assemble and operate. Keep this
manual in a safe place for future and regular
reference and for ordering replacement parts.
2. Be familiar with all controls and their proper
operation. Know how to stop the machine and
disengage them quickly.
3. Never allow children under 14 years old to
operate this machine. Children 14 years old and
over should read and understand the operation
instructions and safety rules in this manual and
should be trained and supervised by a parent.
4. Never allow adults to operate this machine
without proper instruction.
5. Many accidents occur when more than one
person operates the machine. If a helper is
assisting in loading logs, never activate the
control until the helper is a minimum of 10 feet
from the machine.
6. Keep bystanders, helpers, pets, and children at
least 20 feet from the machine while it is in
operation.
7. Never allow anyone to ride on this machine.
8. Never transport cargo on this machine.
9. Hydraulic log splitters develop high fluid
pressures during operation. Fluid escaping
through a pin hole opening can penetrate your
skin and cause blood poisoning, gangrene, or
death. Give attention to the following instructions
at all times:
a. Do not check for leaks with your hand.
b. Do not operate machine with frayed,
kinked, cracked, or damaged hoses, fitting,
or tubing.
c. Stop the engine and relieve hydraulic
system pressure before changing or
adjusting fittings, hoses, tubing, or other
system components.
d. Do not adjust the pressure settings of the
pump or valve.
10. Leaks can be detected by passing cardboard or
wood, while wearing protective gloves and safety
glasses, over the suspected area. Look for
discok)ration of cardboard or wood.
11. If injured by escaping fluid, see a doctor
immediately. Serious infection or reaction can
develop if proper medical treatment is not
administered immediately.
12. Keep the operator zone and adjacent area clear
for safe, secure footing.
13. If your machine is equipped with an internal
combustion engine and it is intended for use near
any unimproved forest, brush, or grass covered
land, the engine exhaust should be equipped with
a spark attester. Make sure you comply with
applicable local, state, and federal codes. Take
appropriate fire fighting equipment with you.
14. This machine should be used for splitting wood
only, do not use it for any other purpose.
15. Follow the instructions in the manual(s) provided
with any attachment(s) for this machine.
PREPARATION
1. Always wear safety shoes or heavy boots.
2. Always wear safety glasses or safety goggles
during operating this machine.
3. Never wear jewelry or loose clothing that [flight
become entangled in moving or rotating parts of
the machine.
4. Make sure this machine is on level surface before
operating.
5. Always block the machine as required to prevent
unintended movement, and lock in either the
horizontal or vertical posgk)n.
6. Always operate this machine from the operator
zone(s) specified in the manual.
7. Logs should be cut with square ends prk)r to
splitting.