MTD 24BF572B729, Operator'S Manual

Page 1: ...orking 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 feder...

Page 2: ...s regarding the controls operation or maintenance of this unit you can seek help from the experts Choose from the options below 1 Visit mtdproducts com Click on Yardmachines and then the Customer Supp...

Page 3: ...ND PLATE 3TABILIZE THE LOG WHEN NEEDED ON ITS SIDES NEVER ON THE END BETWEEN THE LOG AND SPLITTING WEDGE NLY ONE ADULT SHOULD STABILIZE THE LOG AND OPERATE THE CONTROL OVE THE CONTROL HANDLE IN THE SP...

Page 4: ...des Take appropriate firefighting equipment with you 14 This machine should be used for splitting wood only do not use it for any other purpose 15 Follow the instructions in the manual s provided with...

Page 5: ...turn until it leans against the beam and is stable b When splitting extra large or uneven logs the log must be stabilized with wooden shims or split wood between the log and end plate or ground 12 Al...

Page 6: ...ue with the holes in the tank bracket and secure with hardware just removed See Figure 3 2 NOTE High pressure hose must be above the tongue assembly Connecting Cylinder to Beam The log splitter is shi...

Page 7: ...ipstick See Figure 3 7 Do not overfill 5 Replace vented dipstick securely tightening it until the top of the threads are flush with top of the pipe 6 Disconnect the spark plug and prime the pump by pu...

Page 8: ...cated on the beam support latch bracket See Figure 4 1 Engine Controls See the accompanying engine manual for the location and function of the controls on the engine IMPORTANT Your log splitter may be...

Page 9: ...or UP to return the wedge toward the cylinder The control handle stays in the return Reverse position and returns to neutral automatically when fully retracted NOTE Reverse position may also be opera...

Page 10: ...eck fluid level regularly 2 Use an approved hydraulic fluid Approved fluids include Dexron III Mercon III automatic transmis sion fluid a 10 Weight AW hydraulic oil or Pro Mix AW 32 Hydraulic Oil 3 Us...

Page 11: ...by turning over the engine with spark plug disconnected if not already done at factory 13 Split wood along the grain lengthwise only Never 1 Use when fluid is below 20 F or above 150 F 2 Use a solid...

Page 12: ...ng Always wear safety glasses during operation or while performing any adjustments or repairs Conditions that Will Void Warranty 1 Failure to maintain proper fluid level in reservoir 2 Changing the re...

Page 13: ...reservoir tank and hoses with kerosene whenever service is performed on the tank hydraulic pump or valve is recommended Contact an authorized service dealer Hydraulic Filter Change the hydraulic filt...

Page 14: ...when seating beads may cause tire rim as sembly to burst with force sufficient to cause serious injury Refer to sidewall of tire for recommended pressure WARNING Figure 5 3 5 Maintaining Your Log Spli...

Page 15: ...r Log Splitter 4 Start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty 5 Remove spark plug Holding a rag over the cylinder hole pour approximately 1 2 ounce approximately one t...

Page 16: ...with CHOKE applied if so equipped 2 Spark plug wire loose 3 Blocked fuel line or stale fuel 4 Water or dirt in fuel system 5 Dirty air cleaner 6 Carburetor not adjusted properly Cylinder rod will not...

Page 17: ...nder low load conditions 1 Correct alignment as necessary 2 See authorized service dealer 3 See authorized service dealer 4 Flush and clean hydraulic system 5 Flush and clean hydraulic system 1 Engine...

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Page 19: ...4 Push Cap 38 732 0583 Compression Spring 39 781 04180 Log Tray Bracket 40 710 0650 TT Screw 5 16 18 x 875 41 712 04065 Flange Lock Nut 3 8 16 42 781 04179 Log Tray Ref No Part No Description 43 681 0...

Page 20: ...terior finish due to use or exposure d Service completed by someone other than an authorized service dealer e MTD does not extend any warranty for products sold or exported outside of the United State...