MTD 243-635-000 - Manual (Page 2)

IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR LOG SPLITTER USERS
ALWAYS:
Use clean fluid and check fluid level regularly
Use Dexron II Automatic Transmission Fluid oi
10W non-foaming hydraulic fluid.
Use a filter (clean or replace regularly)
Use a breather cap on fluid reservoir
Keep end of reservoir return tube below fluid k vel
Make certain pump is mounted and aligned prdperly
Use a flexible “spider” type coupling between (jngine
and pump driveshafts
Keep hoses clear and unblocked
Bleed air out of hoses before operating
Flush and clean hydraulic system before startup after
any malfunction or servicing
Use “pipe dope” on all hydraulic fittings
Allow time for warmup before splitting wood
Prime the pump before initial startup by turninc over
the engine with spark plug disconnected
Split wood with the grain (lengthwise) only
NEVER:
Use fluid below 0° F., or above 150° F.
Use a solid engine/pump coupling
Force pump when mounting
Operate through relief valve for more than several
seconds
Attempt to adjust unloading or relief valve settings
without pressure gauges
Operate with air in hydraulic system
Use Teflon tape on hydraulic fittings
Warm up engine apart from pump in cold weather
Attempt to cut wood across the grain
CONDITIONS WHICH WILL VOID YOUR WARRANTY
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1. Failure to maintain proper fluid level in reservoir will void your warranty, causing permanent damage to pump
by allowing air to be drawn into pump. Flu d will become foamy. Refer to “Initial Preparation” in the Operation
section of this manual.
2. Changing the relief valve setting or pressure adjustment of control valve without proper knowledge and
instruction from the factory will void your warranty. A very minor adjustment could destroy the structural and
safety limits for which the unit was designed. The system will produce more power than the structure will with­
stand. Higher pressure could cause the hoses to burst, cylinder to rupture and intense fluid releases, which
could result in serious personal injury.
Disassembling the pump will void your waranty. If replacement is necessary, merely disconnect and replace.
Do not attempt to adjust pump settings, as they are adjusted by the manufacturer at the factory.
Use of incorrect hydraulic fluid will void yo jr warranty. Use only Dexron II automatic transmission fluid or 10W
non-foaming hydraulic fluid.
5. The flexible pump coupler must be inspected regularly. Allowing the coupler to deteriorate will void your war­
ranty. Deterioration of spider insert and jrolonged use after deterioration will destroy pump bearings and
engine bearings, along with total destructi<»n of coupler hubs.
6. Improper beam lubrication will cause premature wear and looseness. Lubricate the beam regularly. Lack of
lubrication will void your warranty.
7. Improper adjustment of splitting wedge v^ill void your warranty. Become familiar with the proper tolerance
required for adjustment of the splitting wee ge as instructed in the Adjustment section of this manual.
a. If wedge is too loose, cylinder beam and wedge wear will result. Allowing the wedge to loosen and be
used under operating stress will cause damage which will not be covered under warranty.
b. If wedge is too tight, severe beam dam age will result which will not be covered under warranty.
8. Warranty card must be mailed or delivered directly to factory. Proper information must be completed and
mailed as per instructions. No warranty reiiords on file may result in delay.
9. Do not overheat the hydraulic system. Excessive heat will destroy the hydraulic system with hardened O-
rings and excessive friction.
10. Do not attempt to start in temperatures under 20° F. without pre-heating fluid in reservoir. Excessively cold
fluid cannot circulate and draw into pump. Warranty will be void.
11. Repair any leaks in hydraulic system immediately. Unattended leaks will cause air to enter system and/or
decrease fluid level in reservoir, causing damage to the hydraulic system which will not be covered by war­
ranty.