MTD 2010 Shop Manual page 54

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2010 Log Splitters
12. Remove the log trays by removing screws that
attach them to the beam using a 1/2" wrench.
See Figure 6.8.
13. Pull on the locking pin and rotate it until it stays in
the unlocked position.
14. Move the beam to the vertical position.
The beam weighs around 150 lbs.
! CAUTION ! CAUTION
Take measures to prevent the
beam from falling on the technician
while separating it from the tank.
15. Remove the cotter pin from the pivot pin.
See Figure 6.9.
16. Slide the pivot pin from the splitter.
17. Roll the tank assembly away from the beam.
To install the beam:
18. Follow the previous steps in reverse order.
NOTE: Tighten the six nuts and bolts of the wedge and retainer plates to a torque of 38 - 53 ft lbs (52 - 72 Nm).
NOTE: When tightening hoses with O-ring face fittings, 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.
19. Test run the log splitter in a safe area before returning it to service.
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Log tray
Figure 6.8
Pivot pin
Cotter pin
Figure 6.9