Proper Use; General Safety Instructions - Scheppach Compact 8t Original Bedienungsanleitung

• 2x Split pin (C)
• 2x Wheel caps (D)
• 8x Hexagon bolts M8x50mm (E)
• 4x Hexagonal bolts M10x25mm (F)
• 1x 5mm Allen key (G)
• 1x operating manual

4. Proper use

The log splitter is designed exclusively for chopping
firewood in the direction of the grain.
The machine may only be used in the intended manner.
Any use beyond this is improper. The user/operator, not
the manufacturer, is responsible for damages or inju-
ries of any type resulting from this.
An element of the intended use is also the observance
of the safety instructions, as well as the assembly in-
structions and operating information in the operating
manual.
Persons who operate and maintain the machine must
be familiar with it and must be informed about potential
dangers.
In addition, the applicable accident prevention regula-
tions must be strictly observed.
Other general occupational health and safety-related
rules and regulations must be observed.
The liability of the manufacturer and resulting damages
are excluded in the event of modifications of the ma-
chine.
• The hydraulic log splitter is only suitable for upright
operation. Timbers may only be split vertically in the
direction of the grain. The dimensions of the timbers
to be split are:
- Wood length: 68 cm - 107 cm
- Wood diameter: 8 cm - 35 cm
• Never split wood horizontally or against the grain!
• The manufacturer's safety, operating and mainte-
nance specifications as well as the dimensions giv-
en in the technical data must be observed.
• Relevant accident prevention regulations and oth-
er generally recognized safety and technical rules
must also be observed.
• The machine may only be used, maintained or re-
paired by trained persons who are familiar with it and
have been informed of the dangers. Any liability of
the manufacturer for damages resulting from arbi-
trary changes to the machine is excluded
• The machine may only be operated with original ac-
cessories and original tools from the manufacturer.
• Any use beyond this is improper use. The manufac-
turer is not responsible for the resultant damages,
the user bears this risk alone.
• Keep the work area clean and free of obstructions.
• Only operate the product on a flat, firm surface.
• Before each commissioning, check that the log split-
ter is functioning properly.
• Only operate the product in areas that are a maxi-
mum of 1000 m above sea level.
• Please note that our equipment was not designed
with the intention of use for commercial or industrial
purposes. We assume no guarantee if the device is
used in commercial or industrial applications, or for
equivalent work.

5. General safety instructions

We have marked points in these operating instruc-
tions that impact your safety with this symbol: m
m WARNING: When using power tools, the basic
safety precautions below must be followed in order to
reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and personal in-
jury. Please read all instructions before working with
this tool
• Observe all safety information and danger notices
on the machine.
• Ensure that all of the safety information and danger
notices on the machine are complete and in legible
condition.
• The safety equipment on the machine must not be
disassembled or made unusable.
• Check mains connection cables. Do not use faulty
connection cables.
• Check for correct function of the two-hand control
before commissioning.
• The operating personnel must be at least 18 years
of age.
• Children may not work with this product.
• Wear work and safety gloves, safety goggles,
close-fitting work clothes, and hearing protection
(PPE) while working.
• Caution when working: Danger of injury for fingers
and hands due to the splitting tool.
• Modification, adjustment and cleaning work, as well
as maintenance and rectification of faults may only
be carried out when the engine is switched off. Pull
out the mains plug!
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