Wel-Bilt M141300A - Safe Operation and Worksite Preparation; Moving, Towing, and Site Selection

Moving and Towing to the Job Site
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WARNING
The log splitter is heavy. It can crush and cause serious injury if it rolls out of control or tips over.
Follow the instructions below for safely moving and towing the log splitter.
Moving the log splitter:
1. Engine off
IMPORTANT: Make sure log splitter engine is off.
Never move the log splitter with its engine running.
2. Fuel valve off
(if equipped)
Turn fuel valve off to prevent carburetor flooding and reduce the chance of fuel
leakage. Refer to Engine section of this manual for fuel valve location.
3. Dipstick
Always tighten the dipstick before moving the Logsplitter.
4. Move log splitter
to work site or
tow hitch
Move log splitter by hand either directly to chosen work site or to vehicle
hitch for towing.
(See ―Before Each Use‖ section on selecting a work site)
Important Safety Instructions:
 Hills. Do not move the log splitter up or down hills by hand—use a towing
vehicle.
 No riding. Never allow anyone to sit or ride on the log splitter.
 No cargo. Never transport cargo or wood on the log splitter.