Wel-Bilt M141300A - Page 22

Splitting Operation
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6. Operator
Position
Important safety instructions:
 Operator zone. ALWAYS operate the log splitter from the manufacturer's indicated
OPERATOR ZONE. (See diagram below.) Other positions including the Danger Zone ―D
Zone‖ are unsafe because they can increase the risk of injury from crushing, cutting, flying
objects, or burns.
 Remove hands. Remove both hands from log before activating Split Control Lever.
 Hand activate. Use only your hand to operate the Split Control Lever. Never use any
other body part, or a rope, cable, or other remote device to actuate the control.
 Second person. Many accidents occur when there is more than one person involved in
loading and operating the log splitter. Only one person should operate the controls. If a
second person is assisting in loading logs, the operator must NEVER actuate the Split
Control Lever until the assistant and all bystanders are at least 10 feet away. NEVER allow
an assistant to hold the log in place while the operator actuates the Split Control Lever.
7. Extend Push
Plate
Move control lever handle forward toward the wedge to extend the push plate to
begin splitting the log.