MTD 247-640A Owner's Manual page 6

E. Slowly move engagement handle forward until
ram rests against log. Release engagement
handle (Neutral).
F. Remove your hand from the log and step behind
the ram. See figure 10.
G. Move engagement handle forward until log is
split.
NOTE
If you attempt to run the ram beyond
its normal stroke it will automatically
return the engagement handle to neutral.
If ram takes longer than 30 seconds
to complete full forward cycle, check
strainer tube assembly.
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CAUTION
Always stop engine and disconnect
spark plug wire before doing any
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H. Move the engagement handle to the rear to return RAM OPERATION
ram.
DANGER
If the ram does not move smoothly, run the ram its
full stroke several times to clear out air in the
system. If this does not correct the problem see
strainer tube assembly paragraph. (Page 7).
RETURN COLLAR
Never stand next to the ram when
operating. See figure 12. Always
stand behind the ram.
Never attempt to cut a log in half
with the log splitter. See figure 11.
Adjust the return collar so it is 2 inches from the
front edge of the wedge. See figure 13.
FIGURE 11
FIGURE 13