Rover RM 33 LS Operator's Manual
Safe Operation Practices • Set-Up • Operation • Maintenance • Service • Troubleshooting • Warranty
OperatOr’s Manual
RM 33 LS
WARNING
READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL
BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE THIS MACHINE.
FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY.
MTD LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019
Printed In USA
Form No. 769-08151B
(September 10, 2012)
To The Owner
Thank You
Thank you for purchasing an MTD Log Splitter It was carefully
engineered to provide excellent performance when properly
operated and maintained.
Please read this entire manual prior to operating the equipment.
It instructs you how to safely and easily set up, operate and
maintain your machine. Please be sure that you, and any other
persons who will operate the machine, carefully follow the
recommended safety practices at all times. Failure to do so could
result in personal injury or property damage.
All information in this manual is relative to the most recent
product information available at the time of printing. Review
this manual frequently to familiarize yourself with the machine,
its features and operation. Please be aware that this Operator’s
Manual may cover 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. We reserve
the right to change product specifications, designs and
equipment without notice and without incurring obligation.
Table of Contents
Safe Operation Practices ........................................ 3
Assembly & Set-Up .................................................. 7
Controls & Features ................................................ 12
Operation ................................................................13
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If applicable, the power testing information used to establish
the power rating of the engine equipped on this machine can be
found at www.opei.org or the engine manufacturer’s web site.
If you have any problems or questions concerning the machine,
phone your local authorized MTD service dealer or contact us
directly. MTD’s Customer Support telephone numbers, website
address and mailing address can be found on this page. We want
to ensure your complete satisfaction at all times.
Throughout this manual, all references to right and left side of the
machine are observed from the operating position
Maintenance & Adjustment .................................16
Service .....................................................................18
Troubleshooting .....................................................19
Replacement Parts .................................................21
Record Product Information
Before setting up and operating your new equipment, please
locate the model plate on the equipment and record the
information in the provided area to the right. You can locate the
model plate by standing at the operator’s position and looking
down at the top of the reservoir tank behind the engine. This
information will be necessary, should you seek technical support
via our web site, Customer Support Department, or with a local
authorized service dealer.
Model NuMber
Serial NuMber
Customer Support
Please do NOT return the machine to the retailer or dealer without first contacting the Customer Support Department.
If you have difficulty assembling this product or have any questions regarding the controls, operation, or maintenance of
this machine, you can seek help from the experts. Choose from the options below:
◊ Visit us on the web at www.mtdproducts..com
See How-to Maintenance and Parts Installation Videos at www.mtdparts.com/KnowledgeCenter
◊ Call a Customer Support Representative at 1300 951 594
◊ Write to MTD Products Australia Pty Ltd. • P.O. Box 376 • Dandenong. Vic. • 3175
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Important 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!
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65
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 safe operation practices 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 debris. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in
serious injury or death.
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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 operation.
Know how to stop the machine and disengage them
quickly.
3. Never allow children under 16 years of age to operate this
machine. Children 16 and over should read and understand
the instructions and safe operation practices in this manual
and on the machine and be trained and supervised by an
adult.
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 stacking
logs, never activate the control until the helper is a
minimum of 10 feet from the machine.
6. Keep bystanders, pets, and children at least 10 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, fittings, or tubing.
c. Stop the engine and relieve hydraulic system
pressure by cycling the valve control lever from
forward to reverse several times while engine is
not running; returning to neutral before repairing
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.
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Horizontal
Vertical
13. If your machine is equipped with an internal combustion
engine and is intended for use near any unimproved forest,
brush, or grass covered land, the engine exhaust should be
equipped with a spark arrestor. 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 when
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 machine is on a flat, dry, solid ground before
operating.
5. Always block wheels to prevent unintended movement,
and lock beam in either the horizontal or vertical position.
6. Always operate this machine from the operator zone(s)
specified in the manual. See Figure 2-1.
Figure 2-1
7. Logs should be cut with square ends prior to splitting.
8. Use log splitter in daylight or under good artificial light.
Safe Handling of Gasoline
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 clothes 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
⁄-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 and move machine to another area. Wait
five (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 five (5) minutes before
storing.
Operation
1. Before starting this machine, review the “Safe Operation
Practices”. 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 operating
properly for safe operation.
6. Operator Zone
a. Horizontal Operating Position: Stand on the control
lever side of the log splitter and stabilize log as
shown, if needed. See Figure 2-1.
b. Vertical Operating Position: Stand in front of the log
splitter and stabilize log as shown, if needed. See
Figure 2-1.
WARNING! When stabilizing log with left hand,
remove your hand when the wedge just contacts
the log or serious injury may occur.
7. When loading a log, always place your hands on the side
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 right hand to operate the controls.
9. Never attempt to split more than one log at a time.
10. For logs which are not cut square, the least square end of
the log should be placed toward the beam and wedge, and
the square end placed toward the end plate.
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11. When splitting in the vertical position, stabilize the log
before moving the control handle. Split as follows:
a. Place log on the end plate and turn until it leans
against the beam and is stable.
b. When splitting extra large or uneven logs, the log
must be stabilized with wooden shims or split wood
placed between the log and end plate or ground.
12. Always keep fingers away from any cracks that open in
the log while splitting. They can quickly close and pinch or
amputate your fingers.
13. Keep your work area clean. Immediately remove split wood
around the machine so you do not stumble over it.
14. Do not change the engine governor settings or overspeed
the engine. The governor controls the maximum safe
operating speed of the engine.
15. Never move this machine while the engine is running.
16. This machine should not be towed on any street, highway
or public road without checking the existing federal,
state, or local vehicle requirements. Any licensing or
modifications such as taillights, etc., needed to comply, is
the sole responsibility of the purchaser. If a “Statement of
Origin” is required in your state, see your local dealer.
17. Do not tow machine over 45 mph.
18. See Transporting the Log Splitter section in this manual for
proper towing instructions once all federal, local, or state
requirements are met.
9. Do not alter this machine in any manner, alterations such
as attaching a rope or extension to the control handle, or
adding to the width or height of the wedge may result in
personal injury.
10. 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 130 hours of operation. At the end of the Average Useful
Life 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.
Spark Arrestor
WARNING! This machine is equipped with an
internal combustion engine and should not be used
on or near any unimproved forest-covered, brush
covered or grass-covered land unless the engine’s
exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrestor
meeting applicable local or state laws (if any).
If a spark arrestor is used, it should be maintained in
effective working order by the operator. In the State of California
the above is required by law (Section 4442 of the California
Public Resources Code). Other states may have similar laws.
Federal laws apply on federal lands.
A spark arrestor for the muffler is available through your
nearest engine authorized service dealer or contact the service
department, P.O. Box 361131 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019.
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 by
cycling the valve control lever from forward to reverse
several times while engine is not running; returning to
neutral 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
arrestor 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!
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Safety Symbols
This page depicts and describes safety symbols that may appear on this product. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the
machine before attempting to assemble and operate.
Symbol Description
READ THE OPERATOR’S MANUAL(S)
Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual(s) before attempting to
assemble and operate
WARNING — CRUSHING HAZARD
Keep hands away from wedge, end plate, partially split wood and moving parts.
BYSTAN D ERS
Keep bystanders, helpers and children at least 10 feet away.
SINGLE OPERATOR
Only one person should operate the machine at a time. The adult who loads and stabilizes the
log must be the person who operates control handle.
WARNING — PRESSURIZED FLUID
Never check for hose leaks with your hands. High pressure fluid can escape through a pin hole
leak and cause serious injury by puncturing the skin and causing blood poisoning.
EYE PROTECTION
Always wear safety glasses or safety goggles when operating this machine.
WARNING — MOVING WEDGE
Keep hands away from wedge and moving parts.
WARNING—GASOLINE IS FLAMMABLE
Allow the engine to cool at least two minutes before refueling.
WARNING— CARBON MONOXIDE
Never run an engine indoors or in a poorly ventilated area. Engine exhaust contains carbon
monoxide, an odorless and deadly gas.
WARNING— HOT SURFACE
Engine parts, especially the muffler, become extremely hot during operation. Allow engine
and muffler to cool before touching.
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.
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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
Assembly & Set-Up
Self-Tapping
Screws
Flat Washer
Self-Tapping
Screws
Lock Nut
Contents of Carton
• One Log Splitter • One Operator’s Manual • One Engine Operator’s Manual
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WARNING! Use extreme caution when unpacking
this machine. Some components are very heavy and
will require additional people or mechanical
handling equipment.
NOTE: Your log splitter is shipped with motor oil in the engine.
You MUST check the oil level before operating. Be careful not to
overfill.
NOTE: All references in this manual to the left or right side of the
log splitter are from the operating position only. Exceptions, if
any, will be specified.
Loose Parts In Carton
• Reservoir Tank
• Engine-Pump Assembly
• Wedge, Beam and Cylinder Assembly
• Tongue Assembly
• Wheels
• Beam Support/Latch Bracket
• Log Tray Brackets
• Fenders
• 2 Hub Caps
Recommended Tools for Opening Crate
• Safety glasses
• Leather gloves
• Wire cutters
• Pry bar
• Claw hammer.
Recommended Tools for Assembly
• Standard Screw Driver
• Standard Socket Set
• Adjustable Wrench
• Torque Wrench
• Pliers
• Side Cutters
• Rubber Mallet
Assembly
Attaching the Fenders
1. Remove all three self-tapping screws and the flat washer
from one side of the reservoir tank. See Figure 3-1.
Figure 3-1
2. Place the fender and the fender bracket up against the
reservoir tank and align with the holes.
NOTE: The fender is pre-assembled to the fender bracket
by a self-tapping screw, flat washer and lock nut at the
factory.
3. Secure the fender bracket to the reservoir tank with two
of the self-tapping screws removed in step one. See Figure
3-1.
4. Secure the front of the fender to the reservoir tank using
the third self-tapping screw and flat washer removed in
step one.
5. Tighten all the hardware.
6. Install the second fender using the instructions above.
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Attaching The Wheels To The Reservoir Tank Assembly
Slotted Nut
Flat Washer
Cotter
Pin
Hub Cap
Hex bolts
Lock Nuts
Clevis Pin
Spring Clip
1. Block up the reservoir tank assembly about eight to twelve
inches.
2. Remove and discard the plastic shipping caps on the
outside of the wheels.
3. Remove the cotter pin, slotted nut and flat washer from
each axle. See Figure 3-2.
Attaching the Beam Support
1. Remove the two hex bolts and lock nuts from the tongue.
2. Place the beam support/latch bracket on the tongue
and secure it with the hex bolts and lock nuts previously
removed. Tighten Securely. See Figure 3-3.
Figure 3-2
NOTE: Wiping the axles with emery cloth before installing
the wheels is recommended.
4. Place a wheel on each axle with the valve stem facing
outward.
5. Place a flat washer on each axle and secure with a slotted
nut.
6. Tighten the slotted nut until snug and then back off
approximately ⁄-turn or until one of the slots on the
slotted nut lines up with the hole in the axle.
7. Insert the cotter pins through the slots in the nuts and
holes in the axle and secure the assembly by bending both
ends of the cotter pin out and then up against the end of
the axle as shown to provide clearance for the hub cap. See
inset Figure 3-2.
NOTE: The wheels should spin freely and there should be
no side to side play.
8. Place the hub caps in position on the wheels and tap onto
the axle with a rubber mallet. See Figure 3-2.
Figure 3-3
Jack Stand
The jack stand is shipped in the transport position.
1. Remove the spring clip and clevis pin and pivot the jack
stand toward the ground to the operating position.
2. Secure the jack stand in position with the clevis pin and the
spring clip. See Figure 3-4.
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Figure 3-4
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