Safe Operation Practices • Set-Up • Operation • Service • Troubleshooting • Warranty Operator’s Manual Log Splitter WARNING READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE THIS MACHINE. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY. NOTE: This Operator’s Manual covers several models. Features may vary by model. Not all features in this manual are applicable to all models and the model depicted may differ from yours. MTD LLC, P.O.
1 To The Owner Thank You Thank you for purchasing this product. It was carefully engineered to provide excellent performance when properly operated and maintained. If applicable, the power testing information used to establish the power rating of the engine equipped on this machine can be found at www. opei.org or the engine manufacturer’s web site. Please read this entire manual prior to operating the equipment. It instructs you how to safely and easily set up, operate and maintain your machine.
2 Important Safe Operation Practices WARNING! This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not followed, could endanger the personal safety and/or property of yourself and others. Read and follow all instructions in this manual before attempting to operate this machine. Failure to comply with these instructions may result in personal injury. When you see this symbol.
11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. For logs which are not cut square, the least square end of the log should be placed toward the beam and wedge, and the square end placed toward the end plate. Always keep fingers away from any cracks that open in the log while splitting. They can quickly close and pinch or amputate your fingers. Keep your work area clean. Immediately remove split wood around the machine so you do not stumble over it. Do not change the engine governor settings or overspeed the engine.
3 Assembly & Set-Up Contents of Carton • Log Splitter (1) • Engine Operator’s Manual (1) • Tongue Assembly (1) • Operator’s Manual (1) • Bottle of Oil (1) • Light Kit — If equipped (1) 9. With the log splitter still secured to the bottom of the crate, remove two hex bolts and hex nuts from the tank bracket and remove the piece of wood inside the tank brackets. See Figure 3-2. WARNING! Use extreme caution unpacking this machine.
16. Lift and slide the cylinder up to the top of beam and into the weld brackets. See Figure 3-6. 23. Remove the clevis pin and bow-tie cotter pin from the control handle. See Figure 3-8. 2. Remove the dipstick, which is located in front of the engine on top of the reservoir tank. See Figure 3-9 Control Handle Cylinder Dipstick Clevis Pin Bow-Tie Cotter Pin Weld Brackets Reservoir Tank Figure 3-8 Figure 3-6 17.
4 Controls & Operation Cylinder 3. Control Handle Log Dislodger Place the beam in either the horizontal or vertical position and lock into place. WARNING! Take extra care when raising and lowering the beam as it is heavy. Having a second person assist with raising or lowering the beam is recommended. Be sure to keep hands away from any possible pinch points. Horizontal Beam Lock Beam Assembly Tongue End Plate Safety Chain 4.
Using the Control Handle WARNING! Only one operator permitted. The person who loads and stabilizes the log, must be the person who operates the control handle. The control handle has three positions. See Figure 4-5. Forward (To split wood) Neutral (To stop wedge) Reverse (To return wedge) 4. Move the control handle to the FORWARD position to split the wood. 5. Remove left hand from the side of the log once wedge just contacts the log. Continue moving control handle forward to split the log. 6.
5 Service WARNING! Do not make any adjustments without stopping the engine, disconnecting the spark plug wire, grounding it against the engine and relieving the hydro system pressure. Always wear safety glasses during operation or while performing any adjustments or repairs. 3. If your engine has a vertical set-up shown in Figure 5-2, see “Figure 5-2” for changing the hydraulic fluid. 11. Reconnect the spark plug wire and start the engine following the instructions in the Engine Operator’s Manual. 12.
Beam 2. Lubricate both sides of the beam (where it comes into contact with the splitting wedge), before each use, with engine oil. Remove the three flange lock nuts and hex screws that secure the pump to the coupling shield. Two flange lock nuts and hex screws are at the bottom corners and one is in the top center. See Figure 5-5.
6 Troubleshooting Problem Cylinder rod will not move Slow cylinder shaft speed while extending and retracting Cause 1. Broken drive shaft. 1. See authorized service dealer. 2. Shipping plugs left in hydraulic hoses. 2. Disconnect hydraulic hoses, remove shipping plugs, reconnect hoses. 3. Set screws in coupling not adjusted properly. 3. See authorized service dealer. 4. Loose shaft coupling. 4. Correct engine/pump alignment as necessary. 5. Gear sections damaged. 5.
Problem Wood will not split or wood splits too slowly Remedy 1. Small gear section damaged. 1. See authorized service dealer. 2. Pump check valve leaking. 2. See authorized service dealer. 3. Excessive pump inlet vacuum. 3. Make certain pump inlet hoses are clear and unblocked. 4. Incorrect oil level. 4. Check oil level. 5. Contaminated oil. 5. Drain oil, clean reservoir and refill. 6. Control valve leaking internally. 6. See authorized service dealer. 7. Overloaded cylinder. 7.
7 Replacement Parts Component Part Number and Description 737-0348A Vented Dipstick 735-04103 735-04395 718-04474 718-04392 710-1842A Spider Bushing Coupling, .875 (50M ,51M & 53M Models) Coupling, .750 (55M & 57M Models) Coupling, .500 Set Screw 723-0405 Hydraulic Oil Filter 737-04308 727-04290 727-04356 727-04288 727-0443 727-04362 Inlet Filter Inlet Hose (50M, 51M & 53M Models) Inlet Hose (55M & 57M Models) Hydro Hose Return Hose Hydro Hose 726-0132 Hose Clamp 634-0186 Wheel Assembly, 16.
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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 and/or its territories and possessions, and by MTD Products Limited with respect to new merchandise purchased and used in Canada and/or its territories and possessions (either entity respectively, “MTD”). b.
