Husqvarna S427 Operation Manual - Page 5

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. 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. Keep sparks, flame and smoking materials away. 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. SAFETY 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. • 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. - 5 -