MTD 2010 Shop Manual page 56

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2010 Log Splitters
7. Disconnect the return hose from the oil filter hous-
ing. See Figure 7.3.
8. Remove the oil filter housing by following the steps
described in the oil filter housing section of this
chapter.
9. Pull on the horizontal locking rod.
NOTE: Some models have a horizontal locking rod
that can be rotated it until stays in the
unlocked position.
10. 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.
11. Remove the cotter pin from the pivot pin.
See Figure 7.4.
12. Slide the pivot pin from the splitter.
13. Roll the tank assembly away from the beam.
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Return hose
Figure 7.3
Pivot pin
Cotter pin
Figure 7.4