Storing Your Log Splitter - MTD 500 Series Operator's Manual

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Maintaining
Your Log
Splitter
WARNING
Excessive pressure
when seating beads
may cause tire/rim
assembly to burst
with force sufficient to
cause serious injury.
Refer to sidewall of
tire for recommended
pressure.
NOTE: Make certain proper clearance/gap is obtained
before tightening set screw.
Tires
See sidewall of tire for recommended pressure. Under
any circumstances do not exceed manufacturer's
recommended psi. Maintain equal 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.

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 may reach an open flame
or spark, or where ignition sources are
present such as hot water and space
heaters, furnaces, clothes dryers,
stoves, electric motors, etc.
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1. Clean the log splitter thoroughly.
NOTE: We do not recommend the use of pressure wash-
ers or garden hose to clean your unit. They may cause
damage to bearings or the engine. The use of water will
result in shortened life and reduce serviceability.
2. Wipe unit with an oiled rag to prevent rust, especially
on the wedge and the beam.
3. Drain fuel tank. Always drain fuel into approved
container outdoors, away from open flame. Be sure
that engine is cool before draining the fuel. Do not
smoke while handling fuel.
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. Rust
and/or dirt in the gasoline will cause problems.
9. 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 equipment by coating with a
light oil or silicone.
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