Troy-Bilt LS338, Operator'S Manual

Page 1: ...e local or state laws if any If a spark arrester 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...

Page 2: ...e unit and looking down at the hydraulic tank A sample model plate is explained below For future reference please copy the model number and the serial number of the equipment in the space below Copy t...

Page 3: ...ne with frayed kinked cracked or damaged hoses fitting or tubing c Stop the engine and relieve hydraulic system pressure before changing or adjusting fittings hoses tubing or other system components d...

Page 4: ...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 the machine so you do not stumble over it 14 Nev...

Page 5: ...ructions in this manual and on the machine Some of the safety labels are re produced here Always follow directions on safety labels found on your equipment OCK oeam in norlzontal position u_ lUt _ttUl...

Page 6: ...ble Jack Stand Assembly 11 Tail Light Kit 12 Hub Cap 2 Kit q Beam Support Latch Bracket Hitch Assembly Wheel Fender Assembly Assembly Jack Stand Figure 1 Before Assembling Disconnect spark plug wire a...

Page 7: ...re should be no side to side play Place hub caps in position on wheels and tap on to the axle with a soft hammer or mallet IMPORTANT Maximum tire pressure under any circumstance is 30 psi Equal tire p...

Page 8: ...s lock washers and hex nuts packed with the Operator s Manual Secure with lock washers and hex nuts Tighten to 14 ft lbs Engine Hex Mounting Bracket Reservoir Tank Washer Hex Bolts Pump Facing Out Fig...

Page 9: ...Preparing theLog Splitter Lubricate the beam area where the splitting wedge will slide with engine oil Do not use grease Remove vented reservoir dipstick which is located in front of the engine on top...

Page 10: ...handle BACK or UP to return the wedge toward the cylinder The control handle will lock in the disengaged position It will return to neutral automatically when the return stroke is complete Horizontal...

Page 11: ...ttle control lever about one third way towards the FAST position Turn engine switch to ON position Grasp starter handle and pull rope out slowly until engine reaches start of compression cycle rope wi...

Page 12: ...Use control handle to run wedge up and down beam 6 to 8 times to circulate the hydraulic fluid which will warm and thin the fluid Place log splitter on a firm level surface To raise the beam for verti...

Page 13: ...cating repairing or inspecting disengage the control lever and stop engine Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground it against the engine to prevent unintended starting Conditions thatwill voidWarran...

Page 14: ...mage to the engine Remove three nuts and lock washers that secure the pump to the coupling shield Two nuts are at the bottom corners and one is in the top center Remove the pump Rotate the engine by s...

Page 15: ...ll cause problems Store unit in a clean dry area Do not store next to corrosive materials such as fertilizer NOTE If storing in an unventilated or metal storage shed be certain to rustproof the equipm...

Page 16: ...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 See authoriz...

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Page 18: ...SECTION 9 PARTS LISTFORMODEL LS338 31 24 27 35 4 20 48 46 27 I I I NOTE The engine shown here for reference only may not resemble the engine on your equipment 59 53 56 72 71 66 70 18...

Page 19: ...ck Washer 5 16 Hex Screw Frame Assembly 7 0 Gal Lock Washer 5 16 Hex Nut 5 16 18 Hex Cap Screw 5 16 24 x 1 75 Ref No 50 51 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 61 62 63 64 65 66 67 68 69 70 71 72 73 74 75 76 77 78...

Page 20: ...as lubricants filters blade sharpening tune ups brake adjustments clutch adjustments deck adjustments and normal deterioration of the exterior finish due to use or exposure d Troy Bilt LLC does not ex...