Operating Your Log Splitter - MTD 5DM Series Operator's Manual

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Operating
Your Log
Splitter
Starter Rope
Wedge
Air Vent
Hydraulic Oil Fill
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 automati-
cally 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.
Know Your Log Splitter
Hydraulic
Valve Control
Push Bracket
Beam
Figure 4-1
Handle
The handle is used to slide the cylinder into operating
position.
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.
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Handle
Cylinder
Engine Switch
Locking
Pin
WARNING: Wear leather work gloves,
safety shoes, ear protection, and safety
glasses when operating a log splitter.
Ensure safe footing.
Choke