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Operating your log splitter, Warning, Know your log splitter – Troy-Bilt 570 User Manual

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Operating

Your Log

Splitter

WARNING

Figure 4-1

Know Your Log Splitter

Beam Locks

These two locks, as their name suggests, are used
to secure the beam in the horizontal or the vertical
position. The vertical beam lock is located next to the oil
filter. The horizontal beam lock is located on the beam
support latch bracket. See Figure 4-1.

Engine Controls

See the accompanying engine manual for the location
and function of the controls on the engine.

IMPORTANT

Your log splitter is

shipped with motor oil

in the engine. However,

you MUST check the

oil level before operat-

ing. Be careful not to

overfill.

Horizontal Beam Lock

Vertical Beam Lock

Control Handle

Wedge

Cylinder

Tongue

Log

Dislodger

Jack Stand

Beam Assembly

Log Cradle

Tail Light

(If Equipped)

Vertical

Beam

Lock