MTD 5DM - Manual (Page 9)

Starter Rope
The starter rope is located on the engine. See Figure 4-1.
Pull the recoil starter rope to start the unit.
Engine Switch
The engine switch is located on the engine. Turn it on
when starting the engine and use it to turn off the engine.
Choke
The choke is located on the engine and when activated,
closes the choke plate on the carburetor and aids in
starting the engine.
Starting Log Splitter
WARNING: Always keep hands and feet
clear of equipment moving parts. Do not
use a pressurized starting fluid. Vapors
are flammable.
NOTE: Make sure hydraulic pump is primed as instructed
in the “Setting Up Your Log Splitter” section.
1. Remove locking pin from cylinder storage position.
See Figure 4-2.
2. Use handle to slide cylinder rearward into the operat-
ing “Lock” position, engaging the safety switch, and
reinsert locking pin. See Figure 4-3.
3. Place the log splitter on level, dry, and solid ground.
4. Pull out the choke knob located on the engine. See
Figure 4-4 inset.
NOTE: Use of the choke may not be necessary if the
engine is warm or the air temperature is high.
5. Turn engine switch to on. See Figure 4-4 inset.
6. Pull the starter grip lightly until resistance is felt,
then pull rapidly to overcome compression, prevent
kickback and start engine. See Figure 4-4. If engine
does not start after ten seconds of repeated pulls, wait
a few minutes and repeat.
IMPORTANT: Do not allow the starter grip to snap
back against the rope guide. Return it gently to prevent
damage to the starter.
7. When engine warms up, push in the choke knob.
8. Use the hydraulic valve control to extend and retract
cylinder 4-6 cycles to remove trapped air in the
system.
WARNING: When starting a warm
engine, the muffler and surrounding
areas are hot and can cause a burn. Do
not touch.
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Operating
Your Log
Splitter
Figure 4-3
Figure 4-
Figure 4-4
Safety Switch
WARNING
Always keep hands
and feet clear of equip-
ment moving parts. Do
not use a pressurized
starting fluid. Vapors
are flammable.
When starting a warm
engine, the muffler and
surrounding areas are
hot and can cause a
burn. Do not touch.