North Star 5044310 - Page 14

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Moving and Towing to the Job Site
6. Lock jack and
outrigger leg UP
Move the jack to the UP position and lock. (Both the jack and the outrigger leg
must remain in the up position during towing.)
7. Tow to desired
location
Tow log splitter carefully to desired work site.
(See Before Each Use section on selecting an appropriate work site)
Important safety instructions:
• Added length. Be aware of the added length of the splitter.
• Backing up. The log splitter is short and can easily jack-knife. Use caution
and drive slowly if backing log splitter into position.
• Speed limit. Never tow this log splitter over 45 mph. Faster speeds may
result in loss of control.
• Rough terrain. Drive slowly and take extra caution when traveling over
rough terrain.
• On public roads. If towing on a public road, make sure to comply with all
local, state, and federal towing requirements. It is the sole responsibility of
the purchaser to obtain licensing, trailer lights, safety chains or signage, as
needed to comply.
• Unattended. Turn off the towing vehicle before leaving the splitter
unattended.
• Under the influence. Never tow or operate this splitter while under the
influence of alcohol, drugs, or medication.
8. Lock jack down
and unhitch
Lock jack in the DOWN position and disconnect from vehicle.
NEVER operate log splitter while it is attached to the vehicle.
Attach coupler to class 2
or higher hitch with 2"
ball. Latch securely.
Hook both safety
chains to the towing
vehicle
Lock outrigger leg
in the
UP position
Lock jack in the
UP position