Troy-Bilt LS 27 TB warranty Operating Your Log Splitter, Stopping Engine, Gas and Oil Fill-Up

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Control Handle

The control handle has three positions. See Figure 4-2.

•FORWARD: Move control handle FORWARD or DOWN to move 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 handle or move the lever to neutral position to stop the wedge movement.

•REVERSE: Move control handle BACK or UP to return the wedge toward the cylinder. The control handle stays in the return (Reverse) position and returns to neutral automatically when fully retracted.

NOTE: Reverse position may also be operated back to neutral position manually, if necessary.

Stopping Engine

1.Move throttle control (if equipped) to STOP or OFF position.

2.Turn off the engine switch, if so equipped.

3.Disconnect spark plug wire and ground against the engine to prevent unintended starting.

WARNING: Read, understand, and follow all instructions and warnings on the machine and in this manual before

operating.

WARNING: Wear leather work gloves, safety shoes, ear protection, and safety glasses when operating a log splitter. Ensure safe footing.

Gas and Oil Fill-Up

1.Service the engine with gasoline and oil as instructed in the engine manual packed with your log splitter. Read instructions carefully.

WARNING: Use extreme care when han- dling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive. Never fuel machine indoors or while the engine is hot or running.

IMPORTANT: Your log splitter may be shipped with motor oil in the engine. You MUST check the oil level before operating. Be careful not to overfill.

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

To return wedge

Neutral

To stop wedge

To split wood

Figure 4-2

Starting Engine

1.Attach spark plug wire to spark plug. Make certain the metal cap on the end of the spark plug wire is fastened securely over metal tip of the spark plug.

2.Turn fuel valve (or engine switch), if equipped, to the ON position.

3.Move choke lever, if equipped, to CHOKE position.

4.If the engine is equipped with a primer, follow instructions in the engine manual to prime it.

5.Turn the throttle control (if equipped) to the FAST position.

6.Grasp starter handle and pull rope out slowly until engine reaches start of compression cycle (rope will pull slightly harder at this point).

7.Pull rope with a rapid, full arm stroke. Keep firm grip on starter handle. Let rope rewind slowly. Repeat until engine cranks.

8.After engine starts, move choke lever (if equipped) to OFF position. Place throttle lever to the speed desired.

9.In cold weather, run wedge up or down beam 6 to 8 times to circulate the hydraulic fluid.

WARNING: When starting a warm engine, the muffler and surrounding areas are hot and can cause a burn. Do not touch.

4

Operating

Your Log

Splitter

WARNING

Read, understand, and follow all instructions and warnings on the machine and in this manual before operat- ing.

Wear leather work gloves, safety shoes, ear protection, and safety glasses when operating a log splitter. Ensure safe footing.

Use extreme care when handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive. Never fuel machine indoors or while the engine is hot or run- ning.

When starting a warm engine, the muffler and surrounding areas are hot and can cause a burn. Do not touch.

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Contents LS 27 TB Log Splitter MTD LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, Ohio04/25/2007 Table of Contents Finding and Recording Model NumberCustomer Support Safety Labels Found On Your Log Splitter Safety LabelsYour Responsibility General PracticesPreparation Operation Maintenance and Storage Connecting Cylinder to Beam Setting Up Your Log SplitterAssembling the Tongue Attaching the Jack StandPreparing the Log Splitter Beam Locks Know Your Log SplitterEngine Controls WedgeStopping Engine Operating Your Log SplitterGas and Oil Fill-Up Control HandleUsing the Log Splitter Before Each UseOperating Tips Transporting the Log Splitter Raising and Lowering BeamNever To lower the beamWedge Assembly Adjustment Gib AdjustmentConditions that Will Void Warranty Maintaining Your Log SplitterBeam and Splitting Wedge Hydraulic Fluid and Inlet FilterHose Clamps EngineTires Install nylon spider onto engine coupling halfSet Screw Side View-Coupler 0600Replace spark plug Storing Your Log SplitterCause Remedy Problem Cause RemedyService dealer Engine stalls during Low horsepower/weak engineConditions Low horsepower/weak engine RetractingModel LS 27 TB Parts List 1800828-5500Description MANUFACTURER’S Limited Warranty for LS 27 TB Máquina rompetroncos Manual DEL OperadorBúsqueda y registro del número de modelo ÍndiceAsistencia al cliente Asistencia a través de su distribuidorTroy-BiltAdvertencia Etiquetas SeguridadPrácticas generales ResponsabilidadPreparativos No ajuste los valores de presión de la bomba o válvulaSu responsabilidad FuncionamientoDel combustible MientoColocación del gato Montaje de la lengüetaColocación de la lengüeta Manipulación mecánicoHaga rodar el tronco fuera de la caja de abajo Preparación de la máquina rompetroncosControles del motor Bloqueos de la viguetaFuncionami Ento de la Máquina Rompetroncos Detención del motorManija de control Encendido del motorAntes de cada uso Uso de la máquina rompetroncosConsejos de operación Elevación y descenso de la vigueta NuncaConecte las cadenas de seguridad al vehículo de remolque Ajuste del retenedor Ajuste del montaje de la cuñaCondiciones que anulan la garantía Vigueta y cuña de corte Fluido hidráulico y filtro de entradaAbrazaderas de la manguera MotorNeumáticos Tornillo de fijación Vista lateral AcopladorSujete con las tuercas extraidas anteriormente Almacenamiento de la máquina rom- petroncos Limpie la máquina rompetroncos por completoVuelva a colocar la bujía Problema Cause Solución Del cilindro durante la El mantenimiento Velocidad lenta del ejeVelocidad del motor lenta Vuelva a llenarloModelo LS 27 TB Nº de pieza Descripción Lista de PiezasGarantía Limitada DEL Fabricante Para

LS 27 TB specifications

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