MTD 24638L User Manual

OWNERS MANUAL

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ASSEMBLY OPERATION

MAINTENANCE

PARTS LIST

Important:

3-1/2 H.P.

LOG SPLITTER

Model Number

244-638-000

24638L

Read Safety Rules and

Instructions Carefully

PRINTED IN U.S.A.

Thank you for purchasing an

American built product.

FORM NO. 770-3133

INDEX

Operation Practices...................................................... 3

Assembly Instructions................................................... 5

Operation ..................................................................... 8

Maintenance ................................................................ 9

Off-Season Storage

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LIMITED WARRANTY

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For one year from the date of original retail purchase, MTD PRODUCTS INC will either repair or replace, at its option, free of charge, F.O.B. factory or authorized service firm, any

part or parts found to be defective in naterial or workmanship. Transportation charges for the movement of any power equipment unit or attachment are the responsibility of the pur chaser. Transportation charges for an/ parts submitted for replacement under this warran ty must be paid by the purchaser unless such return is requested by MTD PRODUCTS INC.

This warranty will not apply to any p£ rt which has become inoperative due to misuse, ex cessive use, accident, neglect, improper maintenance, alterations, or unless the unit has been operated and maintained in accordance with the instructions furnished. This warran

ty does not apply to the engine, motor, battery, battery chargeror component parts thereof.

Please refer to the applicable manufacturer’s warranty on these items.

Trouble Shooting Chart

Illustrated Parts Repair Parts List

Parts Information

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Back Cover

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This warranty will not apply where the unit has been used commercially. Warranty service is available through your local authorized service dealer or distributor. If

you do not know the dealer or distributor in your area, please write to the Customer Service Department of MTD.

The return of a complete unit will not be accepted by the factory unless prior written per

mission has been extended by MTD.

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This warranty gives you specific iegi: from state to state.

rights. You may also have other rights which vary

I WARNING {

TC PURCHASERS

OF INTERNAL COMBUSTION ENGINE EQUIPPED

MACHINERY OR DEVICES IN THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA

The equipment which you have just purchaser does not have a spark arrester, if this equipment is used on any forest covered land, brush covered land, c r grass covered unimproved land in the State of California, before using on such land, the California law requires that a spark arrester be provided. In addition, spark arrester is required by law to be in effectivî working order. The spark arrester must be attached to the exhaust system and comply with Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code.

IMPORTANT

It is suggested that this manual be read in its entirety before attempting to assemble or operate. Keep this manual

^ in a safe place for future reference and for ordering replacement parts.

This unit is shipped WITHOUT GASOLINE or 01L. After assembly, see separate engine manual for proper fuel and engine oil recommendations.

Your log splitter is a precision piece of power equipment, not a plaything. Therefore exercise extreme caution at all times.

SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES FOR LOG SPLITTERS

TRAINING

1. Know the controls and how to stop quickly-READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL.

2. Do not allow children to operate. Do not allow

adults to operate it without proper instruction.

Only persons well acquainted with these rules of safe operation should be allowed to use your log splitter.

3. Never use your splitter for any other purpose than splitting wood. It is designed for this use only and any other use may cause an injury.

4. Only the operator is to be near your log splitter during use. Keep all others, including pets, a

minimum of 20 feet away from your work zone.

Flying wood can be hazardous.

*^5. Don't step over your splitter when engine is

running. You may trip or accidentally activate ram if you step over. If you need to get to the other side, walk around.

PREPARATION

1. Do not wear loose fitting clothing that could get caught on the moving parts.

Do not operate equipment when barefoot or

wearing open sandals. Always wear safety shoes or heavy boots. A dropped log can seriously injure your foot.

Check the fuel before starting the engine. Do not

3. fill the gasoline tank indoors, when the engine is

running, or while the engine is still hot. Wipe off any spilled gasoline before starting the engine.

Use only in daylight or in good artificial light.

Never operate your splitter on slippery, wet,

5. muddy, or icy surfaces. Safe footing is essential in preventing accidents. Never operate your splitter while attached to a towing vehicle.

Always wear safety glasses or goggles while oper

ating your log splitter. A piece of splitting log could fly off and hit your eyes.

Both ends of each log must be cut square. This

will prevent the log from flying out of thesplitter while under pressure.

OPERATION

1. Do not change the engine governor settings or overspeed the engine. Excessive engine speeds are dangerous.

2. Never place hands or feet between log and split ting wedge or between log and ram during forward

or reverse stroke. To do so may result in crushed or amputated fingers or toes, or worse, you may

lose an arm or foot.

3. If the equipment should start to vibrate abnor mally, stop the engine and check immediately for

the cause. Vibration is generally a warning of trouble.

4. When cleaning, repairing or inspecting, make

certain ail moving parts have stopped. Disconnect the spark plug wire, and keep the wire away from the plug to prevent accidental starting.

5. Handle gasoline with care. It is highly flammable. A. Use approved gasoline container.

B. Never remove cap or add gasoline to a running

or hot engine or fill fuel tank indoors. Wipe up spilled gasoline.

C. Don't run engine in an enclosed area. Ex

haust gases contain carbon monoxide. This odorless gas can be deadly when inhaled.

6. Stand behind the ram when operating. See draw ings.

7. Be careful not to touch the muffler after the engine has been running. It is HOT.

8. Never try to split two logs on top of each other. One may fly out and injure you.

9. Never attempt to split wood across the grain. Some types of wood may burst or fly oit of

your splitter and result in injury to you or a

bystander.

10. Never leave your log splitter unattended wit ithe

engine running. Shut off the engine if you are leaving your splitter, even for a short period of of time. Someone could accidentally activate the ram and be injured.

11. Only use your hand to operate the ram or co itrol

lever. Never use your foot or a rope or any other extension device. This could result in your ir abil ity to stop your splitter quickly enough and cause an injury.

12. Only operate your splitter on the level ground and not on the side of a hill. It could tip, or rolling logs or poor footing could cause an accicent.

This also prevents the spillage of gas from the tank.

MAINTENANCE and STORAGE

1. Don't operate your splitter in poor mechiinical condition or when in need of repair.

2. Keep all nuts, bolts, screws, hose clamp;; and hydraulic fittings tight to be sure equipment is in safe working condition.

3. Replace all damaged or worn parts such cS hy draulic hoses and fittings immediately with man ufacturer approved replacement parts.

Never store the equipment with gasoline in the tank inside of a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark. Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure.

To reduce fire hazard keep engine free of grass,

5. leaves, wood chips, excessive grease and oil.

The hydraulic system of your log splitter re

quires the careful inspection along with the mechanical parts. Be sure to replace frayed, kinked, cracked or otherwise damaged hydraulic components.

Fluid escaping from a very small hole can almost be invisible. Do not check for leaks with your hand. Escaping fluid under pressure can have sufficient force to penetrate skin, causing serious personal injury. Leaks can be located by passing

a piece of cardboard or wood over the suspected

leak and look for discoloration. Should it become necessary to loosen or remove

any hydraulic fitting or line, be sure to relieve all pressure by shutting off the engine and moving

the control handle back and forth several times.

Don't remove the cap from the hydraulic tank or

9. reservoir while your log splitter is running. Hot

oil under pressure could cause injury.

10. Never store outside without a waterproof cover. Rain will cause rust on the inside of the cylinder.,

CAUTION

THIS UNIT SHOULD NOT BE TOWED ON ANY STREET, HIGHWAY OR PUBLIC ROAD. ANY

LICENSING NI:EDED TO COMPLY WITH THE EXISTING FEDERAL, LOCAL OR STATE VEH ICLE REQUIRI MENTS IS THE SOLE RESPONSI BILITY OF the; purchaser.

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FIGURE 1.

TOOLS REQUIRED (1) Raw Hide or Plastic Hammer

(1) 3/4" Wrench or Adjustable Wrench (1) Pipe Wrench (1) Pair of Pliers

OTHERS MATERIALS NEEDED One gallon of regular grade gasoline (for engine).

1-1/2 pints of SAE 30 or 10W30 oil (for engine)

Approximately 2 gallons of Dexron II automatic transmission fluid (may be obtained at any local service station or auto parts store)

Funnel Pipe sealant

CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK (See figure 1): A (1) Shoulder Bolt

B (1) Wave Washer C (1) Ferrule

D (1) Hairpin Cotter

E (2) Flat Washers

F (1) Cotter Pin G (2) Axle Push Caps H (1) Spacer

ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

FIGURE 2.

■LOOSE PARTS IN CARTON (See figure 2): J (2) Wheels

K (1) Axle Shaft

L (1) Engagement Rod

M (1) Engagement Handle

Hook the bent end of the engagement rod (L) into the lever on top of the pump. See figure 3.

Next, place flat washer (E) over the rod. Insert the cotter pin (F) into the hole in the rod and secure by bending the ends of the cotter pin in opposite directions.

FIGURE 3.

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