MTD 550 Thru 570 Operator's Manual Page 1

Safety • Assembly • Operation • Adjustments • Maintenance • Troubleshooting • Parts Lists • WarrantyWarning: This unit is equipped with an internal co

10Control Handle 1. Move control handle FORWARD or DOWN to split wood.2. Release the control handle to stop the wedge move-ment.3. Move control han

11Transporting the Log SplitterIMPORTANT: Always turn fuel valve to OFF position before transporting the log splitter.1. Lower the beam to its horizo

125Maintaining Your Log SplitterWARNING: Do not at any time make any adjustments without first stopping engine, disconnecting spark plug wire, and gro

135WARNINGIMPORTANT Never hit the engine shaft in any manner, as a blow will cause permanent damage to the engine.Maintaining Your Log SplitterHydraul

146. Install pump coupling half and key on pump shaft. Rotate coupling half until set screw faces opening in shield. Do not tighten set screw.7. Ins

15Storing Your Log SplitterPrepare 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.

166Trouble ShootingFor repairs beyond the minor adjust-ments listed here, contact an authorized service dealer. CauseProblem RemedyEngine fails to sta

176HydraulicTrouble ShootingFor repairs beyond the minor adjust-ments listed here, contact an authorized service dealer. Slow cylinder shaft speed whi

1868636078747677To secure ground wireAA212522811013207133554445151819641761414169585756346541446762725966482351293027598250721861111234680579789446570

19Parts List7† If EquippedTo order replacement parts, call 1-800-800-7310 or visit www.mtdproducts.comRef. No.Part No. Description1. 718-0769A Hydr

2Finding and Recording Model NumberTable of ContentsThis Operator’s Manual is an important part of your new log splitter. It will help you assemble,

The limited warranty set forth below is given by MTD LLC with respect to new merchandise purchased and used in the United States, its possessions and

31SafetyLabelsWARNINGDO NOT remove safety (or any) labels from log splitter for any reason. Safety Labels Found On Your Log Splitter7! 2 . ) . '

42Safe Operation PracticesGeneral Practices1. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine and in the manual(s) before attempting to

52Safe Operation PracticesWARNINGThis symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not followed, could endanger the personal safety and/

63Setting Up Your Log SplitterWARNING: Use extreme caution unpacking this machine. Some components are very heavy and will require additional people o

73. Disconnect the log cradle from the beam on the side of the control valve. See Figure 3-5.4. Lift and slide the cylinder up to the top of beam an

84Operating Your Log SplitterWARNINGFigure 4-1Know Your Log SplitterBeam LocksThese two locks, as their name suggests, are used to secure the beam in

9NOTE: Gasoline can be added to the engine when the log splitter is in either the horizontal or vertical position. However, there are less obstruction