Setting Up Your Log Splitter - MTD 5DM Series Operator's Manual

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Setting Up
Your Log
Splitter
max.
Do not overfill
Figure 3-1
WARNING: Use extreme caution
unpacking this machine. Some
components are very heavy and will
require additional people or mechanical
handling equipment.
NOTE: All references in this manual to the left or right
side of the log splitter is from the operating position only.
Exceptions, if any, will be specified.
Preparing the Log Splitter
IMPORTANT: The log splitter is shipped without hydraulic
fluid in the reservoir tank. You MUST add fluid before
operating. Proceed with the following steps:
1. Remove oil plug, which is located on the end of the
beam assembly. See Figure 3-1.
2. Tilt unit back and add 1.5 gallons of hydraulic fluid
(Dexron® III, or 10 weight AW hydraulic oil).
3. Replace and tighten oil plug.
4. Lower unit to level ground.
IMPORTANT: Maximum fluid level will not be achieved
until cylinder is cycled (See Operating Your Log Split-
ter). Check when fluid is cold and with unit level. Never
run below this level - pump will be ruined.
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