MTD 5DM User Manual

Safety • Setup • Operation • Maintenance • Troubleshooting • Parts Lists • Warranty

OPERATOR’S MANUAL

Log Splitter — Model Series 5DM

IMPORTANT:

READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE OPERATING EQUIPMENT.

PRINTED IN U.S.A. MTD Products Ltd., P. O. Box 1386, KITCHENER, ONTARIO N2G 4J1

769-03483

9/25/07

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Table of Contents

Safety Labels ......................................................3

Safe Operation Practices .................................. 4

Setting Up Your Log Splitter ............................. 6

Operating Your Log Splitter .............................. 8

Maintaining Your Log Splitter ......................... 12

Troubleshooting ................................................ 14

Finding and Recording Model Number

BEFORE YOU START ASSEMBLING YOUR NEW EQUIPMENT, please locate the model plate on the equipment and copy the model number and the serial number to the sample model plate provided to the right. You can locate the model plate by standing at the operating position and looking down at the rear of the machine.

Engine Appendix .............................................. 16

Engine Safe Operation Practices ................. 16

Operating Your Engine .................................. 18

Maintaining Your Engine ............................... 20

Warranty ............................................................ 23

Illustrated Parts List ........................................ 24

Emission Control System Warranty

Statement ...................................................... 26

Customer Support

Please do

purchased, without ﬁrst contacting Customer Support.

If you have difficulty assembling this product or have any questions regarding the controls, operation or maintenance of this unit, you can seek help from the experts. Choose from the options below:

1. Visit www.mtdcanada.ca for many useful suggestions, click on Customer Support button.

2. Call a Customer Support Representative at 1-800-668-1238.

Please have your unit’s model number and serial number ready when you call. See previous section to locate this information. You will be asked to enter the serial number in order to process your call.

NOT

return the unit to the retailer from which it was

Safety Labels Found On Your Log Splitter

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max.

DEXRON III

Safety

Labels

WARNING

DO NOT remove safety (or any) labels from log splitter for any reason.

Safe

Operation

Practices

WARNING

This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not followed, could endanger the personal safety and/or property of yourself and others. Read and follow all instructions in this manual before attempting to operate this machine. Failure to comply with these instructions may result in personal injury. When you see this symbol,

HEED ITS WARNING!

Your Responsibility

Restrict the use of this power machine to persons who read, understand and follow the warnings and instructions in this manual and on the machine.

WARNING: Engine Exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.

DANGER: This machine was built to be operated according to the rules for safe operation in this manual. As with any type of power equipment, carelessness or error on the part of the operator can result in serious injury. This machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death.

TRAINING

1. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine and in the manual(s) before attempting to assemble and operate. Keep this manual in a safe place for future and regular reference and for ordering replacement parts.

2. Be familiar with all controls and their proper opera tion. Know how to stop the machine and disengage them quickly.

3. Never allow children under 14 years old to operate this machine. Children 14 years old and over should read and understand the operation instructions and safety rules in this manual and should be trained and supervised by a parent.

4. Never allow adults to operate this machine without proper instruction.

5. Many accidents occur when more than one person operates the machine. If a helper is assisting in loading logs, never activate the control until the helper is a minimum of 10 feet from the machine.

6. Keep bystanders, helpers, pets, and children at least 20 feet from the machine while it is in operation.

7. Never allow anyone to ride on this machine.

8. Never transport cargo on this machine.

9. Hydraulic log splitters develop high fluid pressures during operation. Fluid escaping through a pin hole opening can penetrate your skin and cause blood poisoning, gangrene, or death. Give attention to the following instructions at all times:

a. Do not check for leaks with your hand.

b. Do not operate machine with frayed, kinked,

cracked, or damaged hoses, fitting, or tubing.

c. Stop the engine and relieve hydraulic system

pressure before changing or adjusting fittings, hoses, tubing, or other system components.

d. Do not adjust the pressure settings of the pump

or valve.

10. Leaks can be detected by passing cardboard or wood, while wearing protective gloves and safety glasses, over the suspected area. Look for discoloration of cardboard or wood.

11. If injured by escaping fluid, see a doctor immediately. Serious infection or reaction can develop if proper medical treatment is not administered immediately.

12. Keep the operator zone and adjacent area clear for safe, secure footing.

13. If your machine is equipped with an internal combustion engine and it is intended for use near any unimproved forest, brush, or grass covered land, the engine exhaust should be equipped with a spark

arrester. Make sure you comply with applicable local, state, and federal codes. Take appropriate firefighting equipment with you.

14. This machine should be used for splitting wood only, do not use it for any other purpose.

15. Follow the instructions in the manual(s) provided with any attachment(s) for this machine.

PREPARATION

1. Always wear safety shoes or heavy boots.

2. Always wear safety glasses or safety goggles during operating this machine.

3. Never wear jewelry or loose clothing that might become entangled in moving or rotating parts of the machine.

4. Make sure this machine is on level surface before operating.

5. Always block the machine as required to prevent unintended movement, and lock in either the horizontal or vertical position.

6. Always operate this machine from the operator zone(s) specified in the manual.

7. Logs should be cut with square ends prior to splitting.

8. Use your log splitter in daylight or under good artificial light.

9. To avoid personal injury or property damage use extreme care in handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive. Serious personal injury can occur when gasoline is spilled on yourself or your clothes which can ignite. Wash your skin and change immediately.

a. Use only an approved gasoline container.

b. Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other

sources of ignition.

c. Never fuel machine indoors.

d. Never remove gas cap or add fuel while the engine

is hot or running.

e. Allow engine to cool at least two minutes before

refueling.

f. Never overﬁll the fuel tank. Fill tank to no more than

1/2 inch below bottom of ﬁller neck to provide space for fuel expansion.

g. Replace gasoline cap and tighten securely.

h. If gasoline is spilled, wipe it off the engine and

equipment. move machine to another area. Wait 5 minutes before starting the engine.

i. Never store the machine or fuel container inside

where there is an open flame, spark or pilot light as on a water heater, space heater, furnace, clothes dryer or other gas appliances.

j. Allow machine to cool at least 5 minutes before

storing.

OPERATION

1. Before staring this machine, review the “Safety Instructions”. Failure to follow these rules may result in serious injury to the operator or bystanders.

2. Never leave this machine unattended with the engine running.

3. Do not operate machine while under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or medication.

4. Never allow anyone to operate this machine without proper instruction.

5. Always operate this machine with all safety equipment in place and working. Make sure all controls are properly adjusted for safe operation.

6. Do not change the engine governor settings or overspeed the engine. The governor controls the maximum safe operating speed of the engine.

7. When loading a log, always place your hands on the sides of the log, not on the ends, and never use your foot to help stabilize a log. Failure to do so, may result in crushed or amputated fingers, toes, hand, or foot.

8. Use only your hand to operate the controls.

9. Never attempt to split more than one log at a time unless the ram has fully extended and a second log is needed to complete the separation of the first log.

10. For logs which are not cut square, the least square end and the longest portion of the log should be placed toward the beam and wedge, and the square end placed toward the end plate.

11. Always keep fingers away from any cracks that open in the log while splitting. They can quickly close and pinch or amputate your fingers.

12. Keep your work area clean. Immediately remove split wood around the machine so that you do not stumble over it.

13. Never move this machine while the engine is running.

14. This machine should not be towed on any street, highway, or public road behind a vehicle.

MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE

1. Stop the engine, disconnect the spark plug and ground it against the engine before cleaning, or inspecting the machine.

2. Stop the engine and relieve hydraulic system pressure before repairing or adjusting fittings, hoses, tubing, or other system components.

3. To prevent fires, clean debris and chaff from the engine and muffler areas. If the engine is equipped with a spark arrester muffler, clean and inspect it regularly according to manufacturers instructions. Replace if damaged.

4. Periodically check that all nuts and bolts, hose clamps, and hydraulic fittings are tight to be sure equipment is in safe working condition.

5. Check all safety guards and shields to be sure they are in the proper position. Never operate with safety guards, shields, or other protective features removed.

6. The pressure relief valve is preset at the factory. Do not adjust the valve.

7. Never attempt to move this machine over hilly or uneven terrain without a tow vehicle or adequate help.

8. For your safety, replace all damaged or worn parts immediately with original equipment manufacturer’s (O.E.M.) parts only. “Use of parts which do not meet the original equipment specifications may lead to improper performance and compromise safety! ”

9. Do not alter this machine in any manner, alterations such as attaching a rope or extension to the control lever, or adding to the width or height of the wedge may result in personal injury.

Spark Arrestor

Warning: This machine is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-covered, brushcovered or grass-covered land unless the engine’s exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or provincial laws (if any).

If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator. A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest engine authorized service dealer.

Average Useful Life

According to the Consumer Products Safety Commission (CPSC) and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), this product has an Average Useful Life of seven (7) years, or 60 hours of operation. At the end of the Average Useful Life, buy a new machine or have the machine inspected annually by an authorized service dealer to ensure that all mechanical and safety systems are working properly and not worn excessively. Failure to do so can result in accidents, injuries or death.

Safe

Operation

Practices

WARNING

HEED ITS WARNING!

Your Responsibility

Restrict the use of this power machine to persons who read, understand and follow the warnings and instructions in this manual and on the machine.

WARNING: Use extreme caution unpacking this machine. Some components are very heavy and will require additional people or mechanical handling equipment.

Setting Up

Your Log

Splitter

WARNING

Use extreme caution unpacking this machine. Some components are very heavy and will require additional people or mechanical handling equipment.

Figure 3-1

max.

Do not overfill

NOTE: All references in this manual to the left or right side of the log splitter is from the operating position only. Exceptions, if any, will be specified.

Preparing the Log Splitter

IMPORTANT: The log splitter is shipped without hydraulic fluid in the reservoir tank. You MUST add fluid before operating. Proceed with the following steps:

1. Remove oil plug, which is located on the end of the beam assembly. See Figure 3-1.

2. Tilt unit back and add 1.5 gallons of hydraulic fluid (Dexron® III, or 10 weight AW hydraulic oil).

3. Replace and tighten oil plug.

4. Lower unit to level ground.

IMPORTANT: Maximum fluid level will not be achieved until cylinder is cycled (See Operating Your Log Split- ter). Check when fluid is cold and with unit level. Never run below this level - pump will be ruined.

NOTE: This Operators Manual covers a range of product specifications for various models. Characteristics and features discussed and/or illustrated in this manual may not be applicable to all models. MTD reserves the right to change product specifications, designs and equipment without notice and without incurring obligation.

IMPORTANT: This unit is shipped without gasoline or oil in the engine. Fill up gasoline and oil BEFORE priming pump or operating your log splitter.

5. Add oil provided before priming pump or starting unit for the first time out of the box. See Engine Operation section for this and for location of the oil fill.

6. Service the engine with gasoline as instructed in the Engine Operation section. See Engine Operation section for location of gas fill.

WARNING: Use extreme care when handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive.

Never fuel the machine indoors or while the engine is hot or running. Extinguish cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other sources of ignition.

7. Make sure that the engine switch is off. See Figure

3-2. Prime the hydraulic pump by pulling the recoil starter as far as it will go. Repeat approximately 4-6 times.

8. a. Remove clevis pin and hairpin clip. See Figure 3-3. b. Pivot hydraulic valve control back into slot of valve. c. Align holes and reinstall clevis pin and hairpin clip.

9. a. Pull locking pin from cylinder base. See Figure 3-4. b. Use handle to slide cylinder back to lock in place. c. Reinstall pin.

10. Lubricate the beam area (where the cylinder will slide)

with engine oil; do not use grease.

Setting Up

Your Log

Splitter

Figure 3-2

WARNING

Use extreme care

Figure 3-3

when handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive. Never fuel the machine indoors or while the engine is hot or running. Extinguish cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other sources of ignition.

Figure 3-4

Starter Rope

Hydraulic

Valve Control

Wedge

Air Vent

Beam

Hydraulic Oil Fill

Engine Switch

Cylinder

Choke

Ram

Locking

Handle

Operating

Your Log

Splitter

WARNING

Read, understand, and follow all instructions and warnings on the machine and in this manual before operating.

Know Your Log Splitter

Wear leather work gloves, safety shoes, ear protection, and safety glasses when operating a log splitter. Ensure safe footing.

Hydraulic Valve Control

The hydraulic valve control has three positions.

• FORWARD: Move control FORWARD toward wedge

to split wood.

NOTE: Control handle will return to neutral position as soon as handle is released.(Forward Position only)

NEUTRAL: Release the control or move the lever to

• neutral position to stop movement.

• REVERSE: Move control BACK to return toward the cylinder base. The control stays in the return (Reverse) position and returns to neutral automatically when fully retracted.

NOTE: Reverse position may also be operated back to neutral position manually, if necessary.

WARNING: Read, understand, and follow all instructions and warnings on the machine and in this manual before

operating.

Figure 4-1

WARNING: Wear leather work gloves, safety shoes, ear protection, and safety glasses when operating a log splitter. Ensure safe footing.

Handle

The handle is used to slide the cylinder into operating position.

Air Vent

The air vent is located on the rear of the wedge and is used to help vent air out of the hydraulic fluid reservoir. To prevent fluid from escaping out of this hole, the log splitter must always be operated on level ground.

Safety Switch

The safety switch is intended to prevent the operator from starting the engine without the cylinder being in the operating “lock” position. See Figure 4-3 for the location of the safety switch.

Starter Rope

The starter rope is located on the engine. See Figure 4-1. Pull the recoil starter rope to start the unit.

Engine Switch

The engine switch is located on the engine. Turn it on when starting the engine and use it to turn off the engine.

Choke

The choke is located on the engine and when activated, closes the choke plate on the carburetor and aids in starting the engine.

Starting Log Splitter

WARNING: Always keep hands and feet clear of equipment moving parts. Do not use a pressurized starting fluid. Vapors are flammable.

NOTE: Make sure hydraulic pump is primed as instructed

in the “Setting Up Your Log Splitter” section.

1. Remove locking pin from cylinder storage position. See Figure 4-2.

2. Use handle to slide cylinder rearward into the operating “Lock” position, engaging the safety switch, and reinsert locking pin. See Figure 4-3.

3. Place the log splitter on level, dry, and solid ground.

4. Pull out the choke knob located on the engine. See Figure 4-4 inset.

Operating

Your Log

Splitter

Figure 4-2

WARNING

Always keep hands and feet clear of equipment moving parts. Do not use a pressurized starting fluid. Vapors are flammable.

NOTE: Use of the choke may not be necessary if the

engine is warm or the air temperature is high.

5. Turn engine switch to on. See Figure 4-4 inset.

6. Pull the starter grip lightly until resistance is felt, then pull rapidly to overcome compression, prevent kickback and start engine. See Figure 4-4. If engine does not start after ten seconds of repeated pulls, wait a few minutes and repeat.

IMPORTANT: Do not allow the starter grip to snap back against the rope guide. Return it gently to prevent damage to the starter.

7. When engine warms up, push in the choke knob.

8. Use the hydraulic valve control to extend and retract cylinder 4-6 cycles to remove trapped air in the system.

WARNING: When starting a warm engine, the muffler and surrounding areas are hot and can cause a burn. Do not touch.

Safety Switch

Figure 4-3

When starting a warm engine, the muffler and surrounding areas are hot and can cause a burn. Do not touch.

Figure 4-4

Operating

Neutral

Forward

Reverse

Stopping Log Splitter

1. Turn off the engine switch.

2. Disconnect spark plug wire and ground against the engine to prevent unintended starting.

3. Remove locking pin.

4. Return cylinder back to original position.

5. Place locking pin back into cylinder base to lock unit.

Your Log

Splitter

WARNING

Never remove partially split wood from the wedge with your hands. Fingers may become trapped between split wood.

Figure 4-5

Before Each Use

1. Remove the oil plug and check hydraulic fluid level on level ground. Maintain fluid level to just below oil plug. Refill if necessary. Approved fluids include Dexron® III, or 10 weight AW hydraulic oil.

2. Check engine oil level. Refill if necessary.

3. Fill up gasoline if necessary.

4. Lubricate the beam area where cylinder will slide with engine oil. Do not use grease to lubricate. Make sure to lubricate both the top and bottom of the beam face.

5. Attach spark plug wire to the spark plug.

Using the Log Splitter

IMPORTANT: Always operate on level ground, otherwise fluid may be forced out through the air vent hole.

1. Block the front and back of both wheels.

2. Place the log against the splitting wedge. Only split wood in the direction of the grain.

3. Stabilize log, if needed, with your left hand on the side of the log only. Never place hand on the end

between the log and the ram.

IMPORTANT: Only one adult should stabilize the log and

operate the hydraulic valve control, so the operator has full control over the log and the ram.

4. Move hydraulic valve control FORWARD until ram touches log. Release the hydraulic valve control to NEUTRAL position to stop the ram movement. See Figure 4-5.

5. Remove your left hand from log. Move hydraulic valve control FORWARD to split log.

6. Move hydraulic valve control BACK to fully retract the ram to the locked position.

WARNING: Never remove partially split wood from the wedge with your hands. Fingers may become trapped between split wood.

Operating Tips

Always:

1. Use clean fluid and check fluid level regularly.

2. Use an approved hydraulic fluid. Approved fluids include Dexron® III, or a 10 Weight AW hydraulic oil.

3. Keep hoses clear and unblocked.

4. Use the hydraulic valve control to extend and retract cylinder 4-6 cycles to remove trapped air in the system before operating.

5. Flush and clean hydraulic system before restarting after servicing.

6. Use “pipe dope” on all hydraulic fittings.

7. Operate on level ground.

8. Allow time for warm-up before splitting wood.

9. Prime the pump before initial start-up by pulling the recoil starter on the engine 4-6 times with engine switch in OFF position and spark plug disconnected.

10. Split wood along the grain (lengthwise) only.

11. Keep log centered in front of ram.

Never:

1. Use when fluid is below 20° F or above 150° F.

2. Operate in FORWARD or REVERSE position with ram stopped for extended period.

3. Attempt to adjust unloading or relief valve settings.

4. Operate with air in hydraulic system.

5. Use teflon tape on hydraulic fittings.

6. Attempt to cut wood across the grain.

7. Attempt to remove partially split wood from the wedge with your hands.

Operating

Your Log

Splitter

Maintaining

Hydraulic Fluid

• Check the hydraulic fluid level in the log splitter reservoir tank before each use. Maintain fluid level to just below the oil plug.

• Have the hydraulic fluid in the reservoir changed every 100 hours of operation. See your authorized service dealer to have the hydraulic fluid changed.

Your Log

Splitter

WARNING

Do not at any time make any adjustments without first stopping engine, disconnecting spark plug wire, and grounding it against the engine. Always wear safety glasses during operation or while performing any adjustments or repairs.

Higher pressure could cause the hoses to burst, cylinder to rupture, and intense fluid to be released, which could result in serious personal injury.

Figure 5-1

WARNING: Before cleaning, lubricating, repairing, or inspecting, disengage the control lever and stop

engine. Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground it against the engine to prevent unintended starting. Always wear safety glasses during operation or while performing any adjustments or repairs.

Conditions that Will Void Warranty

1. Failure to maintain proper fluid level in reservoir

2. Changing the relief valve setting or pressure adjust

ment of control valve without proper knowledge and instruction from the factory

WARNING: Higher pressure could

cause the hoses to burst, cylinder

to rupture, and intense fluid to be released, which could result in serious personal injury.

3. Disassembling the pump

4. Use of incorrect hydraulic fluid

5. Lack of lubrication or improper lubrication of the

beam or unit

6. Excessive heating of the hydraulic system

7. Attempting to start unit in temperatures under 20°F

without pre-heating fluid in reservoir

8. Unattended leaks in hydraulic system

Beam and Splitting Wedge

• Lubricate top and bottom of the beam (where it comes into contact with the cylinder), before each use, with engine oil.

Hose Clamps (If Equipped)

• Check, before each use, if hose clamps on the suction hose (attached to the side of the pump) are tight. Check the hose clamps on the return hose at least once a season.

Engine

Refer to the Engine maintenance section for all maintenance instructions.

Changing the Belt

WARNING: Be sure to shut the engine off, disconnect the spark plug wire(s) and ground against the engine to prevent unintended starting before removing the belt.

The belt on your log splitter is subject to wear and should

be replaced if any signs of wear are present.

IMPORTANT: The V-belt found on your log splitter is a non-clutching, constant tension belt. A substitute (nonOEM) V-belt can be dangerous. For a proper working machine, use factory approved belts.

To change or replace the belt on your log splitter, proceed as follows:

NOTE: This procedure requires the assistance of a second person.

1. Place the unit in the transport position on level ground

as shown in Figure 5-1.

2. Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground it against

the engine.

3. Drain gasoline or place a piece of plastic beneath the

gas cap to prevent gasoline leakage.

4. Remove the belt cover by removing the six self-tap-

ping screws that fasten it to the frame. See Figure 5-1.

5. Chock both wheels, front and rear, and have your helper grasp the front of the unit and carefully tilt it back to expose the belt drive underneath.

IMPORTANT: To prevent engine oil from entering carburetor and/or hydraulic oil from escaping through the air vent hole, do not tilt unit to the side.

6. While your partner continues to hold the unit up, grasp the idler pulley nut with a 9/16 hex wrench or socket and pivot the idler bracket as shown in Figure 5-2. This will enable the belt to be easily removed from the idler pulley.

WARNING: Avoid the possibility of a pinching injury. Do not place your fingers on the idler spring or between the belt and a pulley while removing the belt.

7. Remove the belt from around the engine and pump pulleys.

8. Route the new belt around the three pulleys as shown in Figure 5-2.

NOTE: Idler bracket must pivot freely.

9. Have your partner lower unit and remount the belt cover removed earlier. Do not over tighten.

10. Remove piece of plastic from gas cap (if used).

11. Reconnect spark plug.

Storing Your Log Splitter

Prepare your log splitter for storage at the end of the season or if the log splitter will not be used for 30 days or more.

WARNING: Never store machine with fuel in the fuel tank inside of building where fumes may reach an open flame

or spark, or where ignition sources are present such as hot water and space heaters, furnaces, clothes dryers, stoves, electric motors, etc.

Engine

Pulley

Pump

Pulley

Idler Pulley

Nut

Figure 5-2

2. Wipe unit with an oiled rag to prevent rust, especially on the wedge and the beam.

3. Drain fuel tank. Always drain fuel into approved container outdoors, away from open flame. Be sure that engine is cool before draining the fuel. Do not smoke while handling fuel.

4. Start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty.

5. Remove spark plug. Holding a rag over the cylinder hole, pour approximately 1/2 ounce (approximately one tablespoon) of engine oil into cylinder and crank slowly to distribute the oil.

6. Replace spark plug.

7. Do not store gasoline from one season to another.

8. Replace your gasoline can if it starts to rust. Rust and/or dirt in the gasoline will cause problems.

NOTE: For more information on storing the engine, refer to the Engine Maintenance section.

9. Store unit in a clean, dry area. Do not store next to corrosive materials, such as fertilizer. DO NOT store unit in upright position.

Maintaining

Your Log

Splitter

WARNING

Avoid the possibility of a pinching injury. Do not place your fingers on the idler spring or between the belt and a pulley while removing the belt.

1. Clean the log splitter thoroughly.

NOTE: We do not recommend the use of pressure washers or garden hose to clean your unit. They may cause damage to bearings or the engine. The use of water will result in shortened life and reduce serviceability.

NOTE: If storing in an unventilated or metal storage shed, be certain to rustproof the equipment by coating with a light oil or silicone.

Trouble

Shooting

For repairs beyond the minor adjustments listed here, contact an authorized service dealer.

Engine fails to start

Engine runs erratic

Engine Overheats

Occasional skips

(hesitates) at

CauseProblem Remedy

1. Spark plug wire disconnected.

2. Fuel tank empty or stale fuel.

3. Choke, if equipped, not in CHOKE position.

4. Trunnions not depressing safety switch.

5. Faulty spark plug.

6. Blocked fuel line.

7. Engine Flooded.

1. Unit running on CHOKE, if equipped.

2. Spark plug wire loose.

3. Blocked fuel line or stale fuel.

4. Water or dirt in fuel system.

5. Dirty air cleaner.

6. Vent in gas cap plugged.

1. Engine oil level low.

2. Air flow restricted.

1. Connect wire to spark plug.

2. Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline.

3. Move choke to CHOKE position.

4. Move cylinder into locked position.

5. Clean, adjust gap, or replace.

6. Clean fuel line.

7. Wait a few minutes to start.

1. Push CHOKE knob in.

2. Connect and tighten spark plug wire.

3. Clean fuel line; fill tank with clean, fresh (less than 30 days old) gasoline.

4. Drain fuel tank. Refill with fresh fuel.

5. Refer to engine maintenance section.

6. Clear vent.

1. Fill crankcase with proper oil.

2. Remove blower housing and clean.

1. Adjust gap to .030”.1. Spark plug gap too close.

Hydraulic

Trouble

Shooting

high speed

Idles poorly

Cylinder rod will not

move

1. Spark plug fouled, faulty or gap too wide.

2. Dirty air cleaner.

CauseProblem Remedy

1. Broken or worn belt.

2. Shipping plugs left in hydraulic hoses.

3. Set screws in pump pulley not adjusted properly.

4. Loose pulley.

5. Pump gear sections damaged.

6. Damaged relief valve.

7. Hydraulic lines blocked.

8. Incorrect oil level.

9. Damaged directional valve.

10. Blocked directional valve.

11. Unlevel ground; hydraulic fluid not reaching pump.

1. Reset gap to .030” or replace spark plug.

2. Refer to engine maintenance section.

1. Replace belt.

2. Disconnect hydraulic hoses, remove shipping plugs, reconnect hoses.

3. See authorized service dealer.

4. Correct engine/pump alignment as necessary.

5. See authorized service dealer.

6. See authorized service dealer.

7. Flush and clean hydraulic system.

8. Check oil level.

9. See authorized service dealer.

10.Flush and clean hydraulic system.

11. Move log splitter to level ground.

Slow cylinder shaft

speed while extending

and retracting.

Leaking Cylinder

CauseProblem Remedy

1. Gear sections damaged.

2. Excessive pump inlet vacuum.

3. Slow engine speed.

4. Damaged relief valve.

5. Incorrect oil level.

6. Contaminated oil.

7. Directional valve leaking internally.

8. Internally damaged cylinder.

9. Unit not on level ground.

1. Broken seals.

2. Scored cylinder.

1. See authorized service dealer.

2. Make certain pump inlet hoses are clear and unblocked-use short, large diameter inlet hoses.

3. See authorized service dealer.

4. See authorized service dealer.

5. Check oil level.

6. Drain oil, clean reservoir, and refill.

7. See authorized service dealer.

8. See authorized service dealer.

9. Move log splitter to level ground.

1. See authorized service dealer.

2. See authorized service dealer.

Hydraulic

Trouble

Shooting

Engine runs but wood

will not split or wood

splits too slowly

Engine stalls during

splitting

Engine will not turn or

stalls under low load

conditions

Leaking pump shaft

seal

1. Small gear section damaged.

2. Pump check valve leaking.

3. Excessive pump inlet vacuum.

4. Incorrect oil level.

5. Contaminated oil.

6. Directional valve leaking internally.

7. Overloaded cylinder.

8. Internally damaged cylinder.

9. Worn belt.

10. Unit not on level ground.

1. Low horsepower/weak engine.

2. Overloaded cylinder.

1. Engine/pump misalignment.

2. Frozen or seized pump.

3. Low horsepower/weak engine.

4. Hydraulic lines blocked.

5. Blocked directional valve.

1. Broken drive shaft.

2. Engine/pump misalignment.

3. Gear sections damaged.

4. Poorly positioned shaft seal.

5. Plugged oil breather.

1. See authorized service dealer.

2. See authorized service dealer.

3. Make certain pump inlet hoses are clear and unblocked.

4. Check oil level.

5. Drain oil, clean reservoir, and refill.

6. See authorized service dealer.

7. Do not attempt to split wood against the grain.

8. See authorized service dealer.

9. Replace belt.

10. Move log splitter to level ground.

1. See authorized service dealer.

2. Do not attempt to split wood against the grain or see authorized service dealer.

1. Correct alignment as necessary.

2. See authorized service dealer.

3. See authorized service dealer.

4. Flush and clean hydraulic system.

5. Flush and clean hydraulic system.

1. See authorized service dealer.

2. Correct alignment as necessary.

3. See authorized service dealer.

4. See authorized service dealer.

5. Make certain reservoir is properly vented.

For repairs beyond the minor adjustments listed here, contact an authorized service dealer.

WARNING: Gasoline and its vapors are extremely flammable and explosive. Fire or explosion can cause severe burns or death. If gasoline is spilled on yourself or your clothes, wash your skin and change clothes immediately.

Engine

Safe

Operation

Practices

WARNING

Gasoline and its vapors are extremely flammable and explosive. Fire or explosion can cause severe burns or death. If gasoline is spilled on yourself or your clothes, wash your skin and change clothes immediately.

Starting engine creates sparking. Sparking can ignite nearby flammable gases. Explosion and fire could result.

Unintentional sparking can result in fire or electric shock. Unintentional start-up can result in entanglement, traumatic amputation, or laceration.

• When adding fuel, turn engine OFF and let engine cool at least 2 minutes before removing gas cap.

• Fill fuel tank outdoors or in well ventilated area.

• Use only an approved gasoline container.

• Never fill containers inside a vehicle or on a truck or trailer bed with a plastic liner. Always place containers on the ground away from your vehicle before filling.

• If possible, remove gas-powered equipment from the truck or trailer and refuel it on the ground. If this is not possible, then refuel such equipment on a trailer with a portable container, rather than from a gasoline dispenser nozzle.

• Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or container opening at all times until fueling is complete. Do not use a nozzle lock-open device.

• Do not overfill fuel tank. Fill tank to approximately 2 cm below lowest portion of neck to allow for fuel expansion.

• Keep gasoline away from sparks, open flames, pilot lights, heat, and other ignition sources.

• Never fuel equipment indoors because flammable vapors will accumulate in the area.

• Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other sources of ignition.

• Check fuel line, tank, cap, and fittings frequently for cracks or leaks. Replace if necessary.

• When starting engine, make sure spark plug, muffler, fuel cap and air cleaner are in place.

• Do not crank engine with spark plug removed.

• If fuel spills, wait until it evaporates before starting engine.

• When operating equipment, do not tip engine or equipment at angle which causes gasoline to spill.

• Do not choke carburetor to stop engine.

• When transporting equipment, transport with fuel tank EMPTY.

• When storing gasoline or equipment with fuel in tank, store away from furnaces, stoves, water heaters or other appliances that have pilot light or other ignition source because they can ignite gasoline vapors.

Starting engine creates sparking. Sparking can ignite nearby flammable gases. Explosion and fire could result.

• If there is a natural or LP gas leakage in area, do not start engine.

• Do not use pressurized starting fluids because vapors are flammable.

Engines give off carbon monoxide, an odorless, colorless, poisonous gas. Breathing carbon monoxide can cause nausea, fainting, or death.

• Start and run engine outdoors.

• Do not start or run engine in enclosed area, even if doors or windows are open.

Unintentional sparking can result in fire or electric shock. Unintentional start-up can result in entanglement, traumatic amputation, or laceration.

• Before peforming adjustments or repairs, disconnect spark plug wire and keep it away from spark plug.

• When testing for spark, use approved spark plug tester.

• Do not check for spark with spark plug removed.

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