Operation Instructions - Honda RedGum Silver Plus+ Lifter Owner's Manual

OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS

Proper Operation of the Log Splitter
1.) Always follow Operational warnings & checklist (refer pages 6-8).
2.) Start Engine by using the following instructions:
a. Turn the engine switch to 'ON' position.
b. Slide the choke lever away from the fuel tank to activate the choke.
c. Turn the fuel tap on.
d. Raise the engine revs by sliding the throttle lever away from the fuel tank. Always use
full throttle when using this machine.
e. Pull the starter cord handle lightly until resistance is felt, then pull briskly.
f. When the engine starts to run, deactivate the choke by sliding the lever towards the
fuel tank.
g. Do not let go of the starter cord suddenly. Prevent handle snapping by returning it to
engine.
3.) Place a log into the lifting table.
4.) Use the Lifting Table Control Valve (17) to raise the lifting table from the
ground. When the lifting table sits level with the Beam (6), roll the log onto the beam
and push the log's end against the End Plate (22).
The Log's end must sit correctly against the End Plate otherwise you
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could damage the End Plate. Damaging the End Plate by incorrectly placing a log is
not covered under the warranty offered by the manufacturer. See next page for
instructions on splitting logs with a slant or uneven surfaces.
5.) Start the splitting procedure by pushing and holding the Control Valve
Lever (3) forward. Please note the Splitter Wedge (4) only moves forward when
you are holding the lever forward. When you let go of the Control Valve Lever (3),
the Splitter Wedge (4) stops immediately.
The Crush Hazard Zone is between the Splitter Wedge (4) and the End
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Plate (22). Make sure hands are clear of the Crush Hazard Zone.
6.) To return wedge to starting position, simply pull the Control Valve Lever (3)
backwards and away from the End Plate (22). Please note the Splitter Wedge (4)
returns back to the original starting position automatically. You should observe the
Control Valve Lever (3) returns to the neutral position after the Splitter Wedge (4)
has returned back to it's original starting position. Please also note for safety
reasons, the Splitter Wedge (4) stops approx. 3-4cm from the End Plate (22).
To avoid the build up of Hydraulic Pressure, please refrain from holding
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the Control Valve Lever (3) forward after the Splitter Wedge (4) has reached the
end of it's travel.
7.) Clear the split wood from the operator zone.
8.) Repeat above steps as required.
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