Cotech LS5T-52 User Manual

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14. Keep thetools in working order!
Ensure that they are clean and that thecutting edges are sharp for anoptimal and safe result. Follow
therecommendations in themanual regarding lubrication and change of fittings. Check thepower cable
regularly. If it is damaged it should be changed by aqualified service technician. Check all extension cables
regularly to ensure that they are not damaged. Ensure that thehandles and controls of themachinery/tools
are dry, clean and completely free from oil, grease etc.
15. Switch thepower off!
Pull out theplug and press theemergency stop button before servicing and when changing fittings such as
planer tools, drill bits, knives, abrasive belts or blades.
16. Remove all keys and service tools!
Make ahabit of checking that all keys and service tools are removed from themachinery before switching
on thepower.
17. Avoid starting unintentionally!
Do not carry atool with your finger on theswitch if thecable is plugged into asocket.
Ensure that theswitch is in theoff position when connecting theplug.
18. Use thecorrect extension cables.
When using extension cables outdoors, only use those which are intended for outdoor use. Use extension
cables with asufficient conductivity. Uncoil theentire cable!
19. Use common sense and be careful!
Think twice before carrying out aworking operation so that you can carry it out in asafe manner!
Do not use themachinery/tool when you are tired, under theinfluence of medication etc.
20. Ensure that all parts are intact!
Before starting themachinery check: that all safety guards and other parts are intact and serve their
purpose, that all moving parts can rotate freely and are correctly aligned, that no moving parts can get
caught, that no defects have arisen and that no other circumstances can affect thework. A safety guard or
other part that has been damaged must be repaired by anexpert or changed. Damaged power cables and
switches must always be changed by anexpert. Never use thetool if you cannot switch it off or start it in
asafe manner.
21. Use recommended fittings!
Using fittings that have not been recommended may cause accidents and personal injury.
22. Must be repaired by aqualified technician.
The machinery conforms to current safety requirements. Repairs on themachinery must always be carried out
by anexpert using genuine replacement parts. Otherwise thetool may cause accidents or personal injury.
23. Electrical tools should be connected to themains via anearth fault breaker for personal safety!
The product must not be altered or used for working operations for which it is not designed!
Check regularly that all screws and nuts are properly tightened.
2. Special safety regulations for the log splitter
• Retain themanual and ensure that it goes with themachine when lent out etc.
• Read thewarning labels on themachine and make sure they are legible.
• Ensure that thesocket has thecorrect voltage before connecting thelog splitter (230 V).
• Never try to change thepressure settings. It is set at thefactory to exert amaximum pressure of 5 tonnes.
Incorrect setting may lead to serious personal injury, impaired function or machine damage.
• Use safety goggles, ear protectors and safety boots when necessary.
• Always stand so that you can carry out all working operations with good balance and hold theswitch and
pressure lever with both hands.
• Keep hands and fingers at asafe distance from thepressure plate and splitting wedge. As always when
working with machines, use common sense and be careful.
• Ensure that people and animals are not around themachine as sharp wood chips my shoot out with
great force.
• Always disconnect theplug from thesocket before servicing and when not in use and make sure
that children cannot start thelog splitter.
• Just to be sure, connect thelog splitter to asocket via anearth fault breaker.

Cotech LS5T-52 Specifications

General

Brand	Cotech
Model	LS5T-52
Category	Log Splitter
Language	English