MTD 24645-8 - Manual (Page 11)

LOG SPLITTER RESERVOIR FLUID
Check fluid level in log splitter reservoir before every
use. Refer to "Before Starting" under OPERATION
section.
,.-~jQhange the hydraulic fluid in the reservoir every 100
' burs of operation. Remove the six hex bolts, lock
.i/ashers and hex nuts which hold the end plate to the
beam. Remove the plate and drain the fluid. Be pre­
pared to catch the fluid in a suitable container.
NOTE
Drain the fluid and flush the reservoir
tank assembly and hoses with kerosene
each time repair work is performed on
on the tank, hydraulic pump or valve.
Contaminants in the fluid will damage
the hydraulic components.
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Use extreme caution when using
kerosene as it is an extremely flamm­
able liquid.
HEX BOLTS
LOCK WASHERS
HEX NUTS
figure 18
When the hydraulic fluid is drained from the reservoir,
clean the strainer tube assembly as follows.
1. Remove the hose clamp at the inlet hose {bottom
hose). See figure 18.
2. Pull the inlet hose off the fitting at the beam.
Using an adjustable wrench, remove the fitting
from the beam.
3. Reach inside the end of the beam and pull out the
strainer tube assembly. See reference number 96
on page 12.
4. Clean the strainer tube assembly with kerosene,
and reassemble in reverse order.
eassemble the end plate. Refill reservoir with
approximately 2-1/2 to 3 gallons of Dexron II auto­
matic transmission fluid and bleed the air from the
hydraulic system as instructed in "Before Starting"
under OPERATION section.
HOSE CLAMPS
Check the hose clamps on the bottom of the pump
for proper tightness before each use. Hose clamps on
return hose should be checked once a season.
CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENTS
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If any adjustments are made to the
engine while the engine is running
(e.g. carburetor), keep clear of all
moving parts. Be careful of heated
surfaces and muffler.
Refer to engine manual packed with your unit for
carburetor adjustment information.
TIRE PRESSURE
Check sidewall of tire for manufacturer's maximum
tire pressure. If this information does not appear on
your tire, maximum tire pressure under any circum­
stances is 30 p.s.i. Equal tire pressure should be
maintained on all tires.
INSTALLATION OF TIRE TO RIM
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The following procedure must be
followed when removing or installing
a tire to the rim.
Be sure rim is clean and rust free.
Lubricate both the tire and rim generously.
Never inflate to over 30 p.s.i. to seat beads.
Excessive inflation pressure when seating beads
may cause tire/rim assembly to burst with force
sufficient to cause serious injury.
OFF-SEASON STORAGE
If the machine is to be inoperative for a period
longer than 30 days, prepare for storage as follows.
1. Clean the engine and the entire unit thoroughly.
2. Wipe the entire machine with an oiled rag to
protect the surfaces.
3. Refer to the engine manual for correct engine
storage instructions. The engine must be
completely drained of fuel to prevent gum
deposits from forming on essential carburetor
parts, fuel lines and fuel tanks.
4. Store unit in a clean, dry area.
NOTE
When storing any type of power
equipment in an unventilated or
metal storage shed, care should be
taken to rust proof the equipment.
Using a light oil or silicone, coat the
equipment, especially all moving parts.
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