Troy-Bilt LS 27 TB Manual Del Operador página 4

14. Do not change the engine governor settings or
overspeed the engine. The governor controls the
maximum safe operating speed of the engine.
15. See Transporting the Log Splitter section in this
manual for proper towing instructions once all
federal, local, or state requirements are met.
16. Operator Zone
a. Horizontal Operating Position: Stand on
the control lever side of the log splitter
and stabilize log as shown, if needed.
b. Vertical Operating Position: Stand in
front of the log splitter and stabilize log
as shown, if needed.
Vertical
WARNING! When stabilizing log with
left hand, remove your hand when the
wedge just contacts the log or serious
injury may occur.
Safety Symbols
This page depicts and describes safety symbols that may appear on this product. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine before attempting to assemble and operate.
Symbol
WARNING! Your Responsibility—Restrict the use of this power machine to persons who read, understand and follow the warnings and
instructions in this manual and on the machine.
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17. Do not tow machine over 45 mph.
18. Never move this machine while the engine is
running.
Maintenance and Storage
1. Stop the engine, disconnect the spark plug and
ground it against the engine before cleaning,
or inspecting the machine.
2. Stop the engine and relieve hydraulic system
pressure by cycling the valve control lever from
forward to reverse several times while engine
is not running; returning to neutral before
repairing or adjusting fittings, hoses, tubing, or
other system components.
3. To prevent fires, clean debris and chaff from
the engine and muffler areas. If the engine
is equipped with a spark arrestor muffler,
clean and inspect it regularly according
to manufacturers instructions. Replace if
damaged.
4. Periodically check that all nuts and bolts, hose
clamps, and hydraulic fittings are tight to be
sure equipment is in safe working condition.
5. Check all safety guards and shields to be sure
they are in the proper position. Never operate
with safety guards, shields, or other protective
features removed.
6. The pressure relief valve is preset at the factory.
Do not adjust the valve.
7. Never attempt to move this machine over hilly
or uneven terrain without a tow vehicle or
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adequate help.
8. For your safety, replace all damaged or worn
parts immediately with original equipment
manufacturer's (O.E.M.) parts only. Use
of parts which do not meet the original
equipment specifications may lead to improper
performance and compromise safety!
READ THE OPERATOR'S MANUAL(S)
Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual(s) before attempting to assemble and operate
WARNING— CRUSHING HAZARD
Keep hands away from wedge, end plate, partially split wood and moving parts.
BYSTANDERS
Keep bystanders, helpers and children at least 10 feet away.
SINGLE OPERATOR
Only one person should operate the machine at a time. The adult who loads and stabilizes the log must be the person
who operates control handle.
WARNING— PRESSURIZED FLUID
Never check for hose leaks with your hands. High pressure fluid can escape through a pin hole leak and cause serious
injury by puncturing the skin and causing blood poisoning.
EYE PROTECTION
Always wear safety glasses or safety goggles when operating this machine.
WARNING— MOVING WEDGE
Keep hands away from wedge and moving parts.
WARNING—GASOLINE IS FLAMMABLE
Allow the engine to cool at least two minutes before refueling.
WARNING— CARBON MONOXIDE
Never run an engine indoors or in a poorly ventilated area. Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an odorless and
deadly gas.
WARNING— HOT SURFACE
Engine parts, especially the muffler, become extremely hot during operation. Allow engine and muffler to cool before
touching.
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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
9. Do not alter this machine in any manner,
alterations such as attaching a rope or
extension to the control handle, or adding to
the width or height of the wedge may result
in personal injury.
10. According to the Consumer Products
Safety Commission (CPSC) and the U.S.
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), this
product has an Average Useful Life of seven
(7) years, or 130 hours of operation.
11. At the end of the Average Useful Life have
the machine inspected annually by an
authorized service dealer to ensure that all
mechanical and safety systems are working
properly and not worn excessively. Failure
to do so can result in accidents, injuries or
death.
Spark Arrestor
WARNING!
This machine is
equipped with an internal
combustion engine and should not
be used on or near any unimproved
forest-covered, brush covered or
grass-covered land unless the
engine's exhaust system is equipped
with a spark arrestor meeting
applicable local or state laws (if any).
If a spark arrestor is used, it should be maintained
in effective working order by the operator. In the
State of California the above is required by law
(Section 4442 of the California Public Resources
Code). Other states may have similar laws. Federal
laws apply on federal lands.
A spark arrestor for the muffler is available through
your nearest engine authorized service dealer or
contact the service department, P.O. Box 361131
Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019.