MTD Series 550 Operator's Manual page 8

10. Align the holes in the tongue with the holes in the tank
bracket and secure with the hardware just removed. See
Fig. 3-2.
NOTE:The high pressure hose, which runs from the gear
pump to the bottom of the control valve, must be above
the tongue assembly.
11. The log splitter is shipped with the beam in a vertical
position. Remove any bolts or straps securing the end plate
to the bottom of the crate.
12,
Pull out the vertical beam lock, rotate it back, and pivot the
beam to the horizontal position until it locks being sure to
avoid any possible pinch points. See Fig. 3-3.
14,
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15,
Disconnect the dislodger from the beam weld bracket by
removing the six hex screws. See Fig. 3-4.
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Figure 3-4
Disconnect the log tray from the beam on the side of the
control valve by removing the two hex washer screws that
secure it to the beam and the two hex washer screws in the
beam. See Fig. 3-5.
Figure 3-3
_lk WARNING! Take extra care when raising and
lowering the beam as it is fairly heavy. Having a
second person assist with raising or lowering the
-- beam is recommended. Be sure to keep hands away
from any possible pinch points.
13. Remove the wood between the wedge and the end plate
by cutting the cable tie that secures it. Cut the strap near
the hose on the front of the cylinder that secures it to the
beam weld bracket. Be careful not to damage the hose.
Log Tray
Figure 3-5
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SECTION2-- ASSEMBLY &
SET-UP