Ariens 917012 Specifications download pdf (Page 17)

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Splitting Logs

Determine if the size of the logs to be split

can be safely and comfortably lifted up onto

the beam in the horizontal position. If logs are

too heavy for the operator, position the beam

in the vertical position for splitting.

Working only in the Operator Zone (see

OPERATOR ZONE on page 9):

1. Fully retract cylinder.

2. Place log on beam:

• Split only from log ends, with the grain.

• Position log against grips on end plate

with the squarest end toward the

splitter edge.

• Position hands on sides of logs when

placing logs on unit and not on the

end. Never place hands or any part of

the body between a log and any part

of the log splitter.

• Do not attempt to stabilize logs with

legs or feet while operating.

3. Using only your hand, push the control

lever toward the log.

4. Hold the lever in the out position until log

is split.

5. Allow split logs to drop to the ground.

DO NOT try to catch split logs.

6. Move control lever away from the log

until it locks into retract position. Lever

will automatically return to neutral once

cylinder is fully retracted.

7. Do not load another log or remove split

pieces until the cylinder has completely

stopped and the control lever is in the

neutral position. Do not reach across the

unit.

8. Split only one log at a time unless the

cylinder has been fully extended and a

second log is needed to complete the

separation of the first log.

9. Move split logs as necessary to ensure

that all tripping hazards have been

eliminated from the operator zone.

FOR BEST PERFORMANCE

• Ensure that logs to be split are cut as

square as possible.

• Split dry, cured logs. Wet or recently

cut logs will be more difficult to split.

• Split logs with straight grain. Logs with

knots or twisted or irregular grain

patterns will be more difficult to split.

• Move split logs as needed to keep

operator zone free of tripping hazards.

• When splitting logs that are not square

place the longest portion of the log

closest to the beam and the most

square end against the splitter wedge.

WARNING: AVOID INJURY.

Read and understand the entire

Safety section before proceeding.

CAUTION: During operation,

engine and hydraulic system are

hot. Always stop engine and allow

unit to cool before changing beam

positions.

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