White Outdoor Series 510, Operator'S Manual

Page 1: ...tained 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 arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest engine authorized service dealer or contact the service department P O Box 361131 Cleveland Ohio 44136 ...

Page 2: ...draulic tank This information will be necessary to use the web site or obtain assistance from your White Outdoor dealer DEALER LOCATOR PHONE NUMBER 800 949 4483 MTD LLC P O BOX 361131 CLEVELAND OH 44136 www whiteoutdoor com Customer Support If you have difficulty assembling this product or have any questions regarding the controls operation or maintenance of this unit you can seek help from the ex...

Page 3: ...3 1 Safety Labels WARNING DO NOT remove safety or any labels from log splitter for any reason Safety Labels Found On Your Log Splitter ...

Page 4: ...odes 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 any attachment s for this machine Preparation 1 Always wear safety shoes or heavy boots 2 Always wear safety glasses or safety goggles during operating this machine 3 Never wear jewelry or loose clo...

Page 5: ...d 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 Always keep fingers away from any cracks that open in the log while splitting They can quickly close and pinch or amputate your fingers 13 Keep your work area clean Immediately remove split wood around...

Page 6: ... bolts and hex nuts from the end of the tongue See Figure 3 2 2 Align the holes in the tongue 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 shipped with the beam in the vertical position 1 Pull out the vertical beam lock rotate it back and pivot the be...

Page 7: ...verfill 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 pulling the recoil starter as far as it will go Repeat approximately 10 times 7 Reconnect the spark plug wire and start engine following instructions in the OPERATION section 8 Use control handle to engage the wedge to the farthest e...

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 is shipped with motor oil in the engine However you MUST check the oil level before operat ing Be careful not to overfill Horizontal Beam Lock Vertical Beam Lock Control Handle Wedge Cylinder Tongue Log Dis...

Page 9: ...nings on the machine and in this manual before operat ing Wear leather work gloves safety shoes ear protection and safety glasses when operating a log splitter Ensure safe footing Use extreme care when handling gasoline Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive Never fuel machine indoors or while the engine is hot or run ning When starting a warm engine the muffler and surroundi...

Page 10: ...heck 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 Use a filter clean or replace regularly 4 Use a breather cap on fluid reservoir 5 Make sure pump is mounted and aligned properly Before Each Use 1 Remove the dipstick and check hydraulic fluid level Re...

Page 11: ...initial start up by turning over the engine with spark plug disconnected 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 engine pump coupling 3 Operate through relief valve for long 4 Attempt to adjust unloading or relief valve settings without pressure gauges 5 Operate with air in hydraulic system 6 Use teflon tape on hydraulic fitti...

Page 12: ...ing 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 relief valve setting or pressure adjust ment of control valve without proper knowledge and instruction from the factory WARNING Higher pressure could cause the hoses to burst cylinder to rupture and in...

Page 13: ...nded Contact an authorized service dealer Hydraulic Filter Change the hydraulic filter every 50 hours of opera tion Use only a 10 micron hydraulic filter Order part number 723 0405 Beam and Splitting Wedge Lubricate both sides of the beam where it comes into contact with the splitting wedge before each use with engine oil The wedge plate on the log splitter is designed so the gibs on the side of t...

Page 14: ...ual pressure on all tires WARNING Excessive pressure 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 Splitter 1 Remove three nuts that secure the pump to the coupling shield Two nuts are at the bottom corners and one is in the top center See Figure 5 3...

Page 15: ...ur 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 tablespoon of engine oil into cylinder and crank slowly to distribute the oil 6 Replace spark plug 7 Do not store gasoline from one season to another 8 Replace your gasoline can if it starts to rust R...

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 move 1 See authorized service dealer 2 Disconnect hydraulic hoses remove shipping plugs reconnect hoses 3 See operator s manual for correct adjustment 4 Correct engine pump alignment as necessary 5 S...

Page 17: ...under 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 pump misalignment 2 Frozen or seized pump 3 Low horsepower weak engine 4 Hydraulic lines blocked 5 Blocked directional valve Engine runs but wood will not split or wood splits too slowly 1 Small gea...

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Page 19: ...11 1587 Clevis Pin 35 781 0690 Lock Rod 36 714 0470 Cotter Pin 37 726 0214 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 04129 Log Tray 43 681 04040 Frame Assembly 44 710 0521 Hex Bolt 3 8 16 x 3 45 719 0353 Coupling Shield 46 714 0122 Square Key 3 16 x 75 47 718 04145 Flexible Coupling 48 712 040...

Page 20: ... the exterior 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 States its possessions and territories except those sold through MTD s authorized channels of export distribution f Replacement parts that are not genuine MTD parts g Transportation charges and serv...