MTD 570 Series Operator's Manual

Safe Operation Practices • Set-Up • Operation • Maintenance • Service • Troubleshooting • WarrantyLLog Splitter m Model Series 510 thru 570MTD LLC, P.

Controlsand Features4Cylinder_,gDislodgerControl HandleHorizontalBeam LockAssemblyVerticalBeam LogLock CradleLightNOTE:This Operator's Manual cov

OperationStarting the EngineWARNING! Read, understand and follow allinstructions and warnings on the machine and inthis manual before operating.WARNIN

c. Stand in front of the log splitter to operate thecontrol handle and to stabilize the log. See Fig. 5-2.c. Stand behind the reservoir tank to operat

4. Secure with the spring clip and clevis pin previouslyremoved. See Fig. 5-5.Figure 5-55. Attach the coupler hitch to a class I or higher 2" bal

Maintenance& AdjustmentsWARNING! Do not make any adjustments without 2.first stopping the engine, disconnecting the sparkplug wire and grounding i

9.Refill the reservoir within range marked on the dipstick.See Fig. 6-2.Hydraulic FluidOnlyFigure 6-210. Extend and retract the wedge 12 complete cycl

WedgeAssemblyAs normal wear occurs and there is excessive "play" betweenthe wedge and beam, adjust the bolts on the side of the wedgeassembl

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Troubleshooting7ProblemEngine fails to startEngine runs erratic1.2.3.4.5.6.1,2.CauseSpark plug wire disconnected. 1.Fuel tank empty or stale fuel. 2.C

ProblemSlow cylinder shaft speedwhile extending andretractingLeaking CylinderEngine runs but wood willnot split or wood splits tooslowlyEngine stalls

ToTheOwner1ThankYouThank you for purchasing a Log Splitter manufactured byMTD LLC. It was carefully engineered to provide excellentperformance when pr

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MANUFACTURER'S LiMiTED WARRANTY FORThe limited warranty set forth below is given by MTD LLC withrespect to new merchandise purchased and used in

Nledidasimportantesdeseguridad.Configuraci6n.Funcionamiento,Nlantenimiento. Servicio.Soluci6ndeproblemas.GarantiaMANUALDELOPERADORM,_quina rornpe tron

A!propietario1GraciasGracias por comprar una m_quina rompetroncos fabricadapot MTD LLC. El mismo ha sido diseflado cuidadosamentepara brindar excelent

Medidasimportantesde seguddad2_i DVERTENCIA: La presencia de este s[mbolo indica que se trata de instruccionesimportantes de seguridad que se deben re

14. Estam_iquinasedebeutilizarunicamenteparacortarmadera,nolauseconningunottopropdsito.15. Sigalasinstruccionesdel(delos)manual(es)entregado(s)concual

11. En el caso de troncos que no est_in cortados en escuadra,el extremo menos cuadrado y la parte m_is larga del troncose deben colocar hacia la vigue

ImportantSafeOperationPractices2WARNING: This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not followed,could endanger the personal safet

SimbolosDeSeguridadEsta p_gina representa y describe los simbolos de seguridad que pueden aparecer en este producto. Leido, entienda, y siga todas las

tvlontajeyConfiguraci6n3Contenido de iacajaUna m_iquina rompe troncosUn montaje de lengOetaUn Manual del operadorUn kit de luz de cola (si corresponde

3. Desconecte el bastidor de troncos de la vigueta al costadode la v_lvula de control. Vea la Fig. 3-5.C0ne×i6ndel dlindr0 a laviguetaLa m_quina rompe

Instalad6nde luzde cola(si corresponde)Las abrazaderas de montaje de la cola de luz est_in instalados.Consulte la hoja de instalaci6n incluido con el

Controlesy Caractedsticas4Liberador dela maderaManija decontrolLeng_.ietaBIoqueo de laviga horizontalde laviguetaTGatoVertical:ViguetaTuercaLuz decola

Funcionamiento5Encendidodel motorIADVERTENClA! Lea, comprenda y siga todaslas instrucciones y advertencias que aparecen en lam_iquina yen este manual

4.c. P_irese delante de la unidad para operar la manija decontrol y estabilizar la madera. Vea la Fig. 5-2.Figura 5=2Para colocar la vigueta en la pos

1. Baje la vigueta a la posici6n horizontal. Asegurese de quela vigueta est_ trabada firmemente con el bloqueo devigueta horizontal.2. Retire la abraz

Mantenimientoy Ajustes6JADVERTENCIA! Siempre detenga el motor,desconecte el cable de la bujia y haga masa contra elmotor antes de realizar cualquier a

9. VuelvaaIlenareldep6sitodentrodeloslimitesmarcadosenlavarilla.Verfig.6-2.VarillaSblo de fluidoshidr;iulicosFigura 6=210. Extender y retirar la cuba

14. Thismachineshouldbeusedforsplittingwoodonly,donotuseitforanyotherpurpose.15. Followtheinstructionsinthemanual(s)providedwithanyattachment(s)forthi

Para bajar la vigueta:1. Tire del bloqueo de vigueta vertical sobre el tanque dedep6sito.2. Gire el bloqueo de vigueta hacia abajo para liberar lavigu

Soluci6ndeProblemasProblemaElmotor no arrancaElmotor funclona de maneraerr_tlcaElmotor recalientaLa vanlla del clhndro no semueveCausa1. Sehadesconect

ProblemaVelocidad lenta del eje delcilindro durante la extensi6n oretracci6n.Qhndroconp6rdldasElmotor funclona pero lamadera no se corta o se cortacon

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GARANTiA LIMITADA DEL FABRICANTE PARALasiguiente garantia limitada es otorgada per MTD LLC con respectoa nuevos productos adquiridos y utilizados en E

13. Keep your work area clean. Immediately remove split woodaround the machine so you do not stumble over it.14. Do not change the engine governor set

Safety SymbolsThis page depicts and describes safety symbols that may appear on this product. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on themach

Assembly& Set-Up3Contents of CartonOne Log SplitterOne Engine Operator's ManualOne Tongue AssemblyOne Tail Light Kit (If equipped)One Operato

ConnectingCylinderto BeamThe log splitter is shipped with the beam in the vertical position.I. Pull out the vertical beam lock, rotate it back, and pi

TailLight installation(If equipped)The mounting brackets for the tail light are installed. Refer to theinstallation sheet included with the tail light