MTD 24BF550E229 Operator's Manual page 13

3. Support the tongue and pivot the jack stand up against the
tongue. See Fig. 5-5.
Clevis Pin
Figure 5-5
4. Secure with the spring clip and clevis pin previously
removed. See Fig. 5-5.
5. Attach the coupler hitch to a class I or higher 2" ball on the
towing vehicle; latch securely.
a. If the coupler hitch does not fit on the ball, turn the
adjustment nut one turn counter-clockwise.
b. If the coupler hitch is too loose on the ball, turn the
adjustment nut one turn clockwise. Then recheck
and adjust accordingly.
6. Connect the safety chains to the towing vehicle.
WARNING!
Do not tow faster than 45mph and
check the local, state and federal requirements
before towing on any public road.
NOTE: Use caution when backing up, using a spotter outside the
vehicle is recommended.
Operating Tips
Always:
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Spring Clip
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10.
Jack Stand
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13.
Never:
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Use clean fluid and check the fluid level regularly.
Use an approved hydraulic fluid. Approved fluids include
Dexron® III / Mercon® automatic transmission fluid, Pro-
Mix™ AW-32 Hydraulic Oil or a 10 Weight AW hydraulic oil.
Use a filter (clean or replace regularly).
Use a breather cap on the fluid reservoir.
Make sure the pump is mounted and aligned properly.
Use a flexible "spider" type coupling between the engine
and pump drive shafts.
Keep the hoses clear and unblocked.
Bleed the air out of the hoses before operating.
Flush and clean the hydraulic system before restarting after
servicing.
Use "pipe dope" on all hydraulic fittings.
Allow time for the engine to warm-up before splitting the
wood.
Prime the pump before the initial start-up by turning over
the engine with the spark plug disconnected (if not already
done at the factory).
Split the wood along the grain (lengthwise) only.
Use when the fluid is below 20° F or above 150° F.
Use a solid engine /pump coupling.
Operate through the relief valve for long.
Attempt to adjust the unloading or relief valve settings
without pressure gauges.
Operate with air in the hydraulic system.
Use teflon tape on the hydraulic fittings.
Attempt to cut wood across the grain.
Attempt to remove partially split wood from the wedge
with your hands. Fully retract the wedge to dislodge the
wood with the log dislodger.
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