MTD 241-645A - Manual (Page 10)

Tighten hex locknut and operate log splitter. Repeat
if necessary.
3. With an adjustable wrench remove the strainer
tube assembly. See figure 18.
HEX LOCKNUT
STROKE RETURN
STOP PLUNGER
HEX BOLT
FIGURE 17
NOTE
When the pressure relief valve opens
a loud high pitched sound is heard
and engine labors.
HOSE CLAMPS
Check the hose clamps on the bottom of the pump
for proper tightness before each use.
Hose clamps on the return hose should be checked
once a season.
STRAINER TUBE ASSEMBLY
If the ram does not move back and forth smoothly
the strainer tube assembly may be clogged.
To clean follow these steps.
1. Remove the hose clamp at inlet hose (bottom
hose on rear of beam).
INLET HOSE STRAINER TUBE
ASSEMBLY
HOSE CLAMP
BOTTOM HOLE ON
BEAM ASSEMBLY
FIGURE 18
NOTE
Thestreiner tube assembly is 53" long.
4. Clean and reassemble using a hydraulic pipe
sealant on the threads.
PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE SETTING
If the pressure relief valve is set too low it will open up
before enough pressure is built up to properly operate
the ram. See figure 19.
TO SET THE PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE
NOTE
Be prepared to catch oil in some
container.
1. Have someone place a log crossways in the Splitter
and allow the Ram to push against it with the
engine running wide open.
2. If the engine begins to lug down, the Relief Valve
setting is correct.
2. Pull off inlet hose from strainer tube assembly 3. If adjustment is necessary, tighten the screw until
and catch oil in a suitable container. See figure 18. the engine begins to lug down.
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