Gasand Oil Fill-Up; Tire Pressure; Preparing The Logsplitter - MTD Series 550 Operator's Manual

16. Lift and slide the cylinder up to the top of beam and into
the weld brackets. See Fig. 3-6.
,linder
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Weld
Figure 3-6
17. Attach the dislodger over the wedge assembly and secure
it to the weld brackets with the previously removed
hardware. See Fig. 3-4.
NOTE:Once the six hex screws are tightened, there may be
a slight gap between the dislodger and the weld brackets.
This gap is normal.
18. Reattach the log tray to the side of the beam with the
control valve, aligning the holes in the tray with the holes
in the beam. See Fig. 3-7.
Log Tray
Hex
Screw
Figure 3-7
19.
20.
Check for and remove any staples on the bottom of the
crate that may puncture the tire.
Cut the metal strap securing the log splitter to the bottom
of the crate and remove the wood under the engine and/or
any other wood, then roll the log splitter off the bottom of
the shipping crate.
Set-Up
Gasand Oil Fill-Up
Service the engine with gasoline and oil as instructed in
the engine manual packed with your log splitter. Read the
instructions carefully.
_ ARNING! Use extreme care when handling
gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable and the
vapors are explosive. Never fuel the machine
indoors or while the engine is hot or running.
NOTE:Your log splitter may be shipped with motor oil in the
engine. You MUST check the oil level before operating. Be careful
not to overfill. Gasoline can be added to the engine when the log
splitter is in either the horizontal or vertical position. However, it
may be easier when the splitter is in the vertical position.
TirePressure
The max recommended operating pressure is 30 psi. Under any
circumstances do not exceed the manufacturer's recommended
psi. Maintain equal pressure on all tires.
_ ARNING! Excessive pressure when seating beads
may cause tire/rim assembly to burst with force
sufficient to cause serious injury.
Preparing the LogSplitter
I. Lubricate the beam area (where the splitting wedge will
slide) with engine oil. Do not use grease.
2. Remove the vented reservoir dipstick, which is located in
front of the engine on top of the reservoir tank. See Fig. 3-8.
Reservoir
Tank
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NOTE:The log splitter is filled to the proper operating level
from the manufacturer with Shell Tellus ® 32 Hydraulic Fluid.
However, you MUST check the fluid level before operating.
If not filled, proceed with the following steps:
WARNING! Much of the original fluid has been
drawn into the cylinder and hoses. Make certain to
refill the reservoir to prevent damage to the
hydraulic pump.
SECTION 2 --
ASSEMBLY& SET-UP
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