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MTD 500 Series Operator's Manual

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Operator's Manual
IMPORTANT: Read safety rules and instructions carefully before operating equipment.
Warning:
This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-
covered, brush-covered or grass-covered land unless the engine's exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting
applicable 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 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 368022 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-9722.
MTD LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019
PRINTED IN U.S.A.

Log Splitter

Model Series
500 & 510
.
FORM NO
770-10509E.fm
(5/2004)

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  • Page 1: Log Splitter

    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 368022 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-9722. MTD LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019 PRINTED IN U.S.A.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Operating Your Log Splitter Adjusting Your Log Splitter This Operator’s Manual is an important part of your new log splitter. It will help you assemble, prepare and maintain the unit for best performance. Please read and understand what it says.

  • Page 3: Important Safe Operation Practices

    Logs should be cut with square ends prior to splitting. Use log splitter in daylight or under good artificial light. To avoid personal injury or property damage use extreme care in handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive.
  • Page 4 Origin” is required in your state, see your local dealer. 16. Do not tow machine faster than 45mph. 17. See Transporting the Log Splitter section in this manual for proper towing instructions once all federal, local, or state requirements are met.

  • Page 5: Assembling Your Log Splitter

    Connecting Cylinder to Beam • The log splitter is shipped with the beam in the vertical position. Pull out the vertical lock rod, rotate it back, and pivot the beam to the horizontal position until it locks. See Figure 2.
  • Page 6 • Attach taillights, if so equipped, following the taillight kit manual included with your log splitter. Reservoir Tank Figure 6 Much of the original fluid has...

  • Page 7: Know Your Log Splitter

    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.

  • Page 8: Operating Your Log Splitter

    Be careful not to overfill. NOTE: Gasoline can be added to the engine when the log splitter is in either the horizontal or vertical position. However, there are less obstructions when the unit is in the vertical position.
  • Page 9 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 vertical operation: Pull out the vertical beam lock on the tongue.

  • Page 10: Adjusting Your Log Splitter

    9. Attempting to start unit in temperatures under 20°F without pre-heating fluid in reservoir. 10. Unattended leaks in hydraulic system. Hydraulic Fluid • Check the hydraulic fluid level in the log splitter reservoir tank before each use. backing Gibs Lock...
  • Page 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 suitable container.

  • Page 12: Storing Your Log Splitter

    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. WARNING: Never store machine with fuel in the fuel tank inside of building where fumes...
  • Page 13 Hydraulic Cylinder: Troubleshooting Problem 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. Loose shaft coupling. 5. Gear sections damaged. 6. Damaged relief valve. 7.

  • Page 14: Illustrated Parts List

    SECTION 9: PARTS LIST FOR MODEL SERIES 500 AND 510 80 11...
  • Page 15 Model Series 500 and 510 Ref. Part No. Part Description 718-0773 Hydraulic Cylinder 727-0634 Hydraulic Tube 710-1018 Hex Cap Screw 1/2-20 x 2.75 737-0192 90 Degree Solid Adapter 718-0481 Control Valve 737-0153 Return Elbow 737-0238 Nipple Pipe 1/2-14 710-1806 Hex Cap Screw 1/2-13 x 3.25 719-0550 Wedge Assembly 712-0239...

  • Page 16: Warranty

    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 commencing on the...

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