HERKULES SH7300E Original Bedienungsanleitung Seite 30

Service
• Only have your device repaired by qualified special-
ists and only with original spare parts. This ensures
that safety of the device is maintained.
Warning!
This power tool generates an electromagnetic field dur-
ing operation. This field can impair active or passive
medical implants under certain conditions. In order to
prevent the risk of serious or deadly injuries, we recom-
mend that persons with medical implants consult with
their physician and the manufacturer of the medical im-
plant prior to operating the power tool.
Special safety instructions for log splitters
m Caution!
Moving machine parts. Do not reach into the splitting
area.
m WARNING!
The use of this powerful device may cause particular
hazards. Take special care to keep yourself and those
around you safe. Basic safety precautions must always
be followed to reduce the risk of injury and danger.
The machine may only be operated by one oper-
ator.
• Never attempt to split trunks larger than the recom-
mended trunk capacity.
• Trunks must not contain nails or wires that can fly out
or damage the machine.
• The trunks must be cut flat at the end and all branch-
es must be removed from the trunk.
• Always split the wood in the direction of its grain. Do
not bring in and split wood across the splitter, as this
can damage the splitter.
• The operator must operate the machine control with
both hands without using any other contraption to
replace the control unit.
• The machine may only be operated by adults who
have read the operating manual before operating it.
No one may use this machine without having read
the manual.
• Never split two trunks at the same time in one opera-
tion, as wood can fly out, which is dangerous.
• Never add or replace wood during operation as this
is very dangerous.
• While the machine is working, people and animals
must be kept away from the log splitter within a radi-
us of at least 5 metres.
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• Never modify or work without the log splitter's pro-
tective devices.
• Never force the log splitter to split excessively hard
wood with cylinder pressure for more than 5 sec-
onds. Overheated oil under pressure can damage
the machine. Stop the machine and after turning
the trunk 90° try to split the trunk again. If the wood
still cannot be split, it means that the hardness of
the wood exceeds the capacity of the machine and
it must be sorted out so that the log splitter is not
damaged.
• Never leave the machine running unattended. Stop
the machine and disconnect it from the mains when
you are not working.
• Do not operate the machine near natural gas, petrol
gutters or other flammable materials.
• Never open the control box or the engine cover. If
necessary, contact a qualified electrician.
• Ensure that the machine and cables never come into
contact with water.
• Handle the mains cable with care and do not jerk or
yank the power cable to unplug it. Keep the cables
away from excessive heat, oil and sharp objects.
• Please note the temperature conditions at work.
Extremely low and extremely high ambient tempera-
tures can lead to malfunctions.
• First-time users should receive practical instruction
in the use of the log splitter from an experienced op-
erator and practice working under supervision first.
Check before working
• whether all functions of the device are working prop-
erly
• whether all safety devices are working properly
(two-hand safety switch, emergency stop switch)
• whether the device can be switched off properly
• whether the device is correctly adjusted (trunk bed,
trunk holding claws, riving knife height)
Always keep the working area free of obstructions
when working (e.g. pieces of wood).
Special warnings when operating the log splitter
Particular hazards may occur when operating this pow-
erful device. Take special care to keep yourself and
those around you safe.