MTD 242-610-000 - Manual (Page 8)

FIGURE 10.
A WARNING: If the fluid becomes exces­
sively hot at any time during operation,
stop the unit and aiiow the fiuid 1o cooi
down. Maximum performance wili not be
obtained from your log splitter if th e fiuid
is too hot. Use extreme caution as con­
tacting hot fiuid could result in serious
personai injury.
TO TRANSPORT LOG SPLITTER
Attach the hitch to a towing vehicle, making certain to
latch securely. Attach the safety chains to the towing
vehicle.
MAINTENANCE
A WARNING: Always stop the engine and
disconnect the spark plug wire before
performing any maintenance or idjust-
ments.
RESERVOIR FLUID
Check the hydraulic fluid level in the log splitter reser­
voir tank before each use. Refer to “Before Starting”
under Operation Section.
Change the hydraulic fluid in the reservoir evsry 100
hours of operation. Remove the six hex bolts, lock
washers and hex nuts which hold the end plat 3 to the
beam. See figure 11. Remove the plate, and drain the
fluid into a suitable container. Refill using only Dexron
II automatic transmission fluid, as instructed in the
“Initial Preparation” section of this manual, 3age 6.
Also, make certain to clean the strainer tube assembly.
NOTE: Drain the fluid and flush the reservoir tank and
hoses with kerosene whenever any repair work is per­
formed on the tank, hydraulic pump or valve.
Contaminants in the fluid will damage the hydraulic
components. (Should be performed by an authorized
service dealer.)
A WARNING: Use extreme caution when
working with kerosene, as it is an
extremeiy fiammable fluid.
FIGURE 11.
'Hex Bolts
Lock Washers
Hex Nuts
Suet on
Hosie
STRAINER TUBE ASSEMBLY
1. Loosen the hose clamp on the suction hose at
the beam. See figure 11. Disconnect the hose
from the beam.
2. Using an adjustable wrench, remove the fitting
from the beam.
3. Reach inside the end of the beam (end plate was
already removed), and pull out the strainer tube
assembly. See reference number 43 on page 10.
4. Clean the strainer tube assembly with kerosene.
Reassemble in reverse order.
5. Reassemble the end plate. Refill reservoir tank
with Dexron II automatic transmission fluid as
instructed under “Initial Preparation” in Operation
Section.
BEAM AND SPLITTING WEDGE
Lubricate the beam where it contacts the ram with
grease before each use to obtain years of service.
HOSE CLAMPS
Check the hose clamps on the suction hose (attached
to bottom of the pump) for proper tightness before
each use. Check the hose clamps on the return hose
(between beam and cylinder) at least once a season.
ENGINE
Refer to the separate engine manual for all engine
maintenance instructions.
Maintain engine oil as instructed in the separate
engine manual packed with your unit. Read and follow
instructions carefully.
Service air cleaner every 25 hours under normal con­
ditions. Clean every few hours under extremely dusty
conditions. Poor engine performance and flooding
usually indicates that the air cleaner should be ser­
viced. To service the air cleaner refer to the separate
engine manual packed with your unit.
The spark plug should be cleaned and the gap reset
once a season. Spark plug replacement is recom­
mended at the start of each season; check engine
manual for correct plug type and gap specification.
Clean the engine regularly with a cloth or brush. Keep
the cooling system (blower housing area) clean to
permit proper air circulation which is essential to
engine performance and life. Be certain to remove all
dirt and combustible debris from muffler area.