Yard-Man 550 Thru 570 manual Your Responsibility, General Practices, Preparation

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Safe

Operation

WARNING: Engine Exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle compo- nents 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. This machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death.

Practices

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 man- ual 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

Your

Responsibility

Restrict the use

of this power machine to persons who read, understand

and follow the warnings

and instructions in this manual.

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.

3.Never allow children under 16 years to operate this machine. Children,16 years and over, should read and understand instructions and safety rules in this manual and should be trained and supervised by a parent.

4.Never allow adults to operate this machine without proper instruction.

5.Many accidents occur when more than one person operates the machine. If a helper is assisting in load- ing logs, never activate the control until the helper is

aminimum of 10 feet from the machine.

6.Keep bystanders, helpers, pets, and children at least 20 feet from the machine while it is in operation.

7.Never allow anyone to ride on this machine.

8.Never transport cargo on this machine.

9.Hydraulic log splitters develop high fluid pressures during operation. Fluid escaping through a pin hole opening can penetrate your skin and cause blood poisoning, gangrene, or death. Give attention to the following instructions at all times:

a.Do not check for leaks with your hand.

b.Do not operate machine with frayed, kinked, cracked, or damaged hoses, fitting, or tubing.

c.Stop the engine and relieve hydraulic system pressure before changing or adjusting fittings, hoses, tubing, or other system components.

d.Do not adjust the pressure settings of the pump or valve.

10.Leaks can be detected by passing cardboard or wood, while wearing protective gloves and safety glasses, over the suspected area. Look for discolor- ation of cardboard or wood.

11.If injured by escaping fluid, see a doctor immediately. Serious infection or reaction can develop if proper medical treatment is not administered immediately.

12.Keep the operator zone and adjacent area clear for safe, secure footing.

13.If your machine is equipped with an internal com- bustion 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.

Preparation

1.Always wear safety shoes or heavy boots.

2.Always wear safety glasses or safety goggles during operating this machine.

3.Never wear jewelry or loose clothing that might become entangled in moving or rotating parts of the machine.

4.Make sure machine is on level surface before operat- ing.

5.Always block machine to prevent unintended move- ment, and lock in either horizontal or vertical position.

6.Always operate this machine from the operator zone(s) specified in the manual.

7.Logs should be cut with square ends prior to splitting.

8.Use log splitter in daylight or under good artificial light.

9.To avoid personal injury or property damage use extreme care in handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive. Serious personal injury can occur when gasoline is spilled on yourself or your clothes which can ignite. Wash your skin and change immediately.

a.Use only an approved gasoline container.

b.Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and other sources of ignition.

c.Never fuel machine indoors.

d.Never remove gas cap or add fuel while the engine is hot or running.

e.Allow engine to cool at least two minutes before refueling.

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Contents Log Splitter Model Series 550 Thru Model 24BF572B729 ShownMTD LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, Ohio 01/24/2007Finding and Recording Model Number Table of ContentsCustomer Support Safety Labels Safety Labels Found On Your Log SplitterGeneral Practices Your ResponsibilityPreparation Maintenance and Storage OperationUse only your hand to operate the controls Do not tow machine faster than 45mphSetting Up Your Log Splitter Connecting Cylinder to BeamAssembling the Tongue Attaching the Jack StandPreparing the Log Splitter Operating Your Log Splitter Know Your Log SplitterBeam Locks Engine Controls Function of the controls on the engineStopping Engine Gas and Oil Fill-UpControl Handle Starting EngineBefore Each Use Using the Log SplitterOperating Tips Raising and Lowering Beam Transporting the Log SplitterNever To lower the beamGib Adjustment Wedge Assembly AdjustmentConditions that Will Void Warranty Maintaining Your Log SplitterHydraulic Fluid and Inlet Filter Beam and Splitting WedgeHose Clamps EngineInstall nylon spider onto engine coupling half TiresSet Screw Side View-Coupler 0600Storing Your Log Splitter Replace spark plugProblem Cause Remedy Cause RemedyEngine stalls during Low horsepower/weak engine Service dealerConditions Low horsepower/weak engine RetractingModel Series 550 Thru Parts List DescriptionMANUFACTURER’S Limited Warranty for

550 Thru 570 specifications

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