MTD 249-645A - Manual (Page 12)

MAINTENANCE and
ADJUSTMENTS
WARNING
Always stop engine and-disconnect
spark plug wire before doing any
maintenance.
RAM OPERATION
If the ram does not move smoothly, run the ram its
full stroke several times to clear out air in the system.
Be sure the breather valve is open.
If this does not correct the problem see strainer tube
assembly paragraph.
TIRE PRESSURE-
FOR SHIPPING PURPOSES, THE TIRES ON YOUR
UNIT MAY BE OVER-INFLATED. TIRE PRESSURE
SHOULD BE REDUCED BEFORE UNIT IS PUT
INTO OPERATION. RECOMMENDED PRESSURE
SHOULD BE APPROXIMATELY 15 P.S.I. EQUAL
TIRE PRESSURE SHOULD BE MAINTAINED ON
ALL TIRES. MAXIMUM TIRE PRESSURE IS 30
P.S.I.
Tighten hex locknut and operate log splitter. Repeat
if necessary.
HEX LOCKNUT
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STROKE RETURN
STOP PLUNGER
HEX BOLT
FIGURE 26
NOTE
When the pressure relief valve opens
a loud high pitched sound is heard
and engine labors.
HOSE CLAMPS
Check the hose clamps on the bottom of the pump
for proper tightness before each use.
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CAUTION
Installation of tire to rim;
1. Lubricate tire beads and rim
flanges.
2. Do not exceed 30 P.S.I. when
seating beads.
3. Adjust to recommended pressure
after beads are sealed.
Hose clamps on the return hose should be checked
once a season.
STRAINER TUBE ASSEMBLY
If the ram does not move back and forth smoothly
the strainer tube assembly may be clogged.
To clean follow these steps.
1. Remove the hose clamp at inlet hose (bottom
hose on rear of beam).
STROKE RETURN STOP PLUNGER
If the engagement handle does not return to neutral
(from reverse) before the pressure relief bypass opens,
loosen the hex locknut,, back out hex bolt one or
two turns. See figure 26. 12
NOTE
Be prepared to catch oil in some
container.
2. Pull off inlet hose from strainer tube assembly
and catch oil in a suitable container. See figure 27.