Assembling Your Log Splitter - MTD 500 thru 510 Operator's Manual

8. For your safety, replace all damaged or worn parts
immediately with original equipment
manufacturer's (O.E.M.) parts only. "Use of parts
which do not meet the original equipment
specifications may lead to improper performance
and compromise safety!"
9. Do not alter this machine in any manner, alterations
such as attaching a rope or extension to the control
lever, or adding to the width or height of the wedge
may result in personal injury.
SECTION 2: ASSEMBLING YOUR LOG SPLITTER
This unit is shipped without gasoline or oil
IMPORTANT:
in the engine. Be certain to service engine with gasoline
and oil as instructed in the separate engine manual
before operating your machine.
NOTE: Reference to right or left hand side of the log
splitter is observed from the operating position.
Removing Unit From Crate
• Pry the top, sides, and ends off crate.
• Set panels aside to avoid tire punctures or personal
injury.
• Remove and discard plastic bag that covers unit.
• Remove any loose parts if included with unit (i.e.,
operator's manual, etc.)
• Cut and remove straps which secure parts to
bottom of crate. Unbolt any remaining parts which
may be bolted to the bottom of the crate.
WARNING: Restrict the use of this power
machine to persons who read, understand
and follow the warnings and instructions
in this manual and on the machine.
NOTE: Not all safety labels may apply to your log
splitters.
WARNING: Use extreme caution unpack-
ing this machine. Some components are
very heavy and will require additional peo-
ple or mechanical handling equipment.
Loose Parts In Carton
• Tongue Assembly
WARNING: Disconnect the spark plug wire
and ground against the engine to prevent
unintended starting.
Assembling The Tongue
Attaching The Jack Stand (See Figure 1)
• The jack stand is shipped in the transport position.
• Remove the spring clip and clevis pin and pivot the
jack stand to the operating position.
• Secure the jack stand in position with the clevis pin
and spring clip.
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