MTD Troy-Bilt LS 27 TB Log Splitter Lawn Mower Owners Manual

4
Operating
Your Log
Splitter
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)
To return
wedge
NEUTRAL: Release the control handle  or move the
lever to neutral position to stop the wedge movement.
Neutral
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.
To stop
wedge
To split wood
NOTEneutral: positionReversemanually,position mayif necessary.also be operated back to
Figure 4-2
Stopping Engine
Starting Engine
1.
Move throttle control (if equipped)  to STOP or OFF
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.
position.
2.
3.
Turn off the engine switch, if so equipped.
WARNING
Disconnect spark plug wire and ground against  the
2.
Turn fuel valve (or engine switch), if equipped,  to the
engine to prevent unintended starting.
Read, understand, and
follow all instructions
and warnings on the
machine and in this
manual before operat-
ing.
ON position.
WARNING: Read, understand,  and
follow all instructions and warnings on
the machine and in this manual before
3.
4.
Move choke lever, if equipped, to CHOKE position.
If the engine is equipped with a primer, follow
instructions in the engine manual to prime  it.
operating.
5.
6.
Turnposition.the throttle control (if equipped)  to the FAST
WARNING: Wear leather work gloves,
safety shoes, ear protection,  and safety
glasses when operating a log splitter.
Ensure safe footing.
Grasp starter handle and pull rope out slowly  until
engine reaches start of compression  cycle (rope will
pull slightly harder at this point).
Wear leather work
gloves, safety shoes,
ear protection, and
safety glasses when
operating a log splitter.
Ensure safe footing.
Gas and Oil Fill-Up
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.
7.   Pull rope with a rapid, full arm stroke. Keep firm grip
on starter handle. Let rope rewind slowly. Repeat
until engine cranks.
1.
8.
After engine starts, move choke lever (if equipped)
to OFF position. Place throttle lever to the speed
desired.
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.
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.
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.
When starting a warm
engine, the muffler and
surrounding areas are
hot and can cause a
burn. Do not touch.
9
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LanguageEnglish
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Product TypeWalk Behind Mower
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