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Page 3 - SECTION 1: IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES; General Practices

3 SECTION 1: IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES General Practices 1. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine and in the manual(s) before attempting to assemble and operate. Keep this manual in a safe place for future and regular reference and for ordering replacement parts. 2. B...

Page 5 - SECTION 2: ASSEMBLING YOUR LOG SPLITTER; Unpacking from Crate; Loose Parts In Carton; Before Assembly; Assembling the Tongue; Attaching the Jack Stand; Attaching the Tongue; Connecting Cylinder to Beam

5 SECTION 2: ASSEMBLING YOUR LOG SPLITTER Unpacking from Crate • Pry top, sides, and ends off the crate. Set panels aside to avoid tire puncture or personal injury. • Remove and discard plastic bag that covers unit. • Remove any loose parts if included with unit (i.e., operator’s manual, etc.) • Cut...

Page 6 - Preparing the Log Splitter

6 • Disconnect the log cradle from the beam on the side of the control valve. See Figure 4. Figure 4 • Lift and slide the cylinder up to the top of beam and into the weld brackets. • Attach the dislodger over the wedge assembly and secure with hardware, previously removed, to the weld brackets. See ...

Page 7 - SECTION 3: KNOW YOUR LOG SPLITTER; Control Handle; Beam Locks; Stopping Engine

7 SECTION 3: KNOW YOUR LOG SPLITTER Compare the illustration in Figure 7 below with the controls on your log splitter, and get familiar with its features before starting to operate. Know how to stop the machine quickly in the event of an emergency. Figure 7 Control Handle The control handle has thre...

Page 8 - SECTION 4: OPERATING YOUR LOG SPLITTER; Starting Engine

8 SECTION 4: OPERATING YOUR LOG SPLITTER Gas and Oil Fill-Up • Service the engine with gasoline and oil as instructed in the engine manual packed with your log splitter. Read instructions carefully. IMPORTANT: Your log splitter is shipped with motor oil in the engine. However, you MUST check the oil...

Page 9 - Horizontal Position; Operating Tips

9 • To lock the beam in the vertical position, pull out on the vertical beam lock and rotate it to secure the beam. See Figure 7. • Stand in front of the unit to operate the control handle and to stabilize the log. See Figure 8A. Figure 8 Horizontal Position • Pull the vertical beam lock out and rot...

Page 10 - SECTION 5: ADJUSTING YOUR LOG SPLITTER; Wedge Assembly; Gib; SECTION 6: MAINTAINING YOUR LOG SPLITTER; Conditions That Will Void Warranty

10 NOTE: Use caution when backing up. It is recommended to use a spotter outside the vehicle. SECTION 5: ADJUSTING YOUR LOG SPLITTER Wedge Assembly As normal wear occurs and there is excessive “play” between the wedge and beam, adjust the bolts on the side of the wedge assembly to eliminate excess s...

Page 11 - Hydraulic Filter; Beam and Splitting Wedge; Tires

11 • Maintain fluid level at all times within the range specified on the dipstick, or within 3-3.5” from top edge of the pipe. • Change the hydraulic fluid in the reservoir every 100 hours of operation. • Disconnect the suction hose from the bottom of the reservoir tank and drain the fluid into a su...

Page 12 - SECTION 7: STORING YOUR LOG SPLITTER; SECTION 8: TROUBLESHOOTING

12 SECTION 7: STORING YOUR LOG SPLITTER Prepare your log splitter for storage at the end of the season or if the log splitter will not be used for 30 days or more. • Clean the log splitter thoroughly. NOTE: We do not recommend the use of pressure washers or garden hose to clean your unit. They mayca...

Page 13 - Hydraulic Cylinder: Troubleshooting

13 Hydraulic Cylinder: Troubleshooting NOTE: For repairs beyond those listed here, contact your nearest authorized service center. Problem Cause Remedy Cylinder rod will not move 1. Broken drive shaft. 2. Shipping plugs left in hydraulic hoses. 3. Set screws in coupling not adjusted properly. 4. Loo...

Page 14 - SECTION 9: PARTS LIST FOR MODEL SERIES 500 AND 510

14 SECTION 9: PARTS LIST FOR MODEL SERIES 500 AND 510 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 80 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 10 22 23 24 25 23 26 27 28 29 30 33 18 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 4950 23 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 44 58 59 41 61 44 44 62 63 64 66 66 65 67 68 68 69 70 A A B B C C 31 71 40 44 5...

Page 16 - MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR:

MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR: The limited warranty set forth below is given by MTD LLC with respect to new merchandise purchased and used in the United States, its possessions and territories. “MTD”warrants this product against defects in material and workmanship for a period of two (2) years...