MTD 2010 Shop Manual page 50

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2010 Log Splitters
48. Tighten the screws and washers to lock the rod
guide in place. See Figure 5.22.
49. Put the cylinder in its normal operating position.
50. Attach the wedge to the ram.
51. Attach the log dislodger.
52. Install the control valve.
53. Connect the hydraulic lines.
NOTE: When tightening hoses with O-ring face fit-
tings, hold the hose so that the center part of
it does not rotate against the O-ring while the
swivel section is tightened. If the center part
rotates, the O-ring can be damaged and it
will leak under pressure.
54. Re-fill the hydraulic system.
55. Run, purge, and test the log splitter before returning
it to service.
NOTE: Cycle the cylinder 12 times to purge air from
the hydraulic system, then top-up the fluid.
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Screws and washers
Figure 5.22