MTD 510 570 Log Splitter Lawn Mower Owners Manual

Safety · Assembly · Operation · Adjustments · Maintenance · Troubleshooting · Parts Lists · Warranty OPERATOR’S MANUAL Log Splitter — Model Series 510 Thru 570 IMPORTANT READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE OPERATION Warning: This unit 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 state laws (if any).

If a spark arrester 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 arrester 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. PRINTED IN U.S.A MTD LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019 FORM NO. 770-10529G 05/11/2007 This Operator’s Manual is an important part of your new log splitter. It will help you assemble, prepare and maintain the unit for best performance. Please read and understand what it says. Table of Contents Safety Labels .Page 3 Safe Operation Practices Page 4 Setting Up Your Log Splitter .Page 6 Operating Your Log Splitter Page 8 Maintaining Your Log Splitter Page 1 Troubleshooting .Page 16 Illustrated Parts List Page 18 Warranty .Page 0 Spanish Section . Pages 1-40 Finding and Recording Model Number STOP BEFORE YOU START ASSEMBLING YOUR NEW EQUIPMENT Please locate the model plate on the equipment and copy the information to the sample model plate provided to the right. You can locate the model plate by standing behind the unit and looking down at the hydraulic tank. This information will be necessary to use the web site or obtain assistance from your MTD dealer. Model Number Serial Number Customer Support Please do NOT return the unit to the retailer from which it was 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 mtdproducts.com. Click on the Customer Support menu option. 2. Phone a Customer Support Representative at 1-800-800-7310. Spanish speaking agents are available. 3. The engine manufacturer is responsible for all engine-related issues with regards to performance, power-rating, specifications, warranty and service. Please refer to the engine manufacturer’s Owner’s/Operator’s Manual, packed separately with your unit, for more information. Safety Labels Found On Your Log Splitter 1 Safety Labels WARNING DO NOT remove safety (or any) labels from log splitter for any reason. 3 Safe Operation Practices 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. General Practices 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 proper operation. Know how to stop the machine and disengage them quickly. 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. 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 3.

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