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Troubleshooting

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Problem

Cause

Remedy

Engine fails to start

1.  Spark plug wire disconnected.

2.  Fuel tank empty or stale fuel.

3.  Choke, if equipped, not in CHOKE position.

4.  Faulty spark plug.

5.  Blocked fuel line.

6.  Engine not primed properly (if equipped).

7.  Throttle control lever not in correct starting 

position.

1.  Connect wire to spark plug.

2.  Fill tank with clean, fresh fuel.

3.  Move choke to CHOKE position.

4.  Clean, adjust gap, or replace spark plug.

5.  Clean fuel line.

6.  Prime engine.

7.  Move throttle lever to FAST position.

Engine running erratically/

inconsistent RPM (hunting 

or surging)

1.  Log splitter running with CHOKE applied (if 

equipped).

2.  Spark plug wire loose.

3.  Blocked fuel line or stale fuel. 

4.  Water or dirt in fuel system.

5.  Dirty air cleaner.

6.  Carburetor not adjusted properly.

1.  Move choke lever to RUN position. 

2.  Connect and tighten spark plug wire.

3.  Clean fuel line; fill tank with clean, fresh (less 

than 30 days old) fuel.

4.  Drain fuel tank. Refill with fresh fuel.

5.  Clean or replace air cleaner.

6.  See authorized service dealer.

Engine Overheats

1.  Engine oil level low.

2.  Dirty air cleaner.

3.  Carburetor not adjusted properly.

1.  Fill crankcase with proper oil.

2.  Clean or replace air cleaner.

3.  See authorized service dealer.

Cylinder rod will not move

1.  Broken drive shaft.

2.  Set screws in coupling not adjusted properly.

3.  Loose shaft coupling. 

4.  Gear sections damaged.

5.  Damaged relief valve.

6.  Hydraulic lines blocked.

7.  Incorrect oil level.

8.  Damaged directional valve.

9.  Blocked directional valve.

1.  See authorized service dealer.

2.  See authorized service dealer.

3.  Correct engine/pump alignment as 

necessary.

4.  See authorized service dealer.

5.  See authorized service dealer.

6.  Flush and clean hydraulic system.

7.  Check oil level and fill as required.

8.  See authorized service dealer.

9.  Flush and clean hydraulic system.

Содержание LS 33T

Страница 1: ...ULES AND INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE THIS MACHINE FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY LS 33T Operator s Manual Form No 769 10994 June 19 2015 NOTE This Operator s Manual covers several models Features may vary by model Not all features in this manual are applicable to all models and the model depicted may differ from yours ...

Страница 2: ...l may not be applicable to all models We reserve the right to change product specifications designs and equipment without notice and without incurring obligation If applicable the power testing information used to establish the power rating of the engine equipped on this machine can be found at www opei org or the engine manufacturer s web site If you have any problems or questions concerning the ...

Страница 3: ... relieve hydraulic system pressure by cycling the valve control lever from forward to reverse several times while engine is not running returning to neutral before repairing 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 ...

Страница 4: ...wo minutes before refueling f Never overfill the fuel tank Fill tank to no more than 1 2 inch below bottom of filler neck to provide space for fuel expansion g Replace gasoline cap and tighten securely h If gasoline is spilled wipe it off the engine and equipment and move machine to another area Wait five 5 minutes before starting the engine i Never store the machine or fuel container inside where...

Страница 5: ...ructions Replace if damaged 4 Periodically check that all nuts and bolts hose clamps and hydraulic fittings are tight to be sure equipment is in safe working condition 5 Check all safety guards and shields to be sure they are in the proper position Never operate with safety guards shields or other protective features removed 6 The pressure relief valve is preset at the factory Do not adjust the va...

Страница 6: ... PRESSURIZED FLUID Never check for hose leaks with your hands High pressure fluid can escape through a pin hole leak and cause serious injury by puncturing the skin and causing blood poisoning EYE PROTECTION Always wear safety glasses or safety goggles when operating this machine WARNING MOVING WEDGE Keep hands away from wedge and moving parts WARNING GASOLINE IS FLAMMABLE Allow the engine to cool...

Страница 7: ...e Pry Bar and or Claw Hammer Hole Punch Crate Disassembly 1 Use a pry bar or claw hammer to loosen and remove the top of the crate 2 Use a pry bar or claw hammer to remove the four sides of the crate beginning with the short sides or front and back side of the log splitter and then the long sides or left and rides side of the log splitter Set the sides of the crate aside to avoid injury 3 Remove t...

Страница 8: ...ng clip and clevis pin and pivot the jack stand toward the ground into the operating position 2 Secure the jack stand in position with the clevis pin and the spring clip See Figure 4 4 Clevis Pin Spring Clip Figure 4 4 3 Carefully pry the small block of wood from the base of the crate and position it beneath the jack stand See Figure 4 5 Figure 4 5 Removing the Supports CAUTION Do not attempt to m...

Страница 9: ...he original fluid has been drawn into the cylinder and hoses Make certain to refill the reservoir to prevent damage to the hydraulic pump 3 Check the fluid level using the dipstick See Figure 4 9 Do not overfill NOTE Approved fluids include Shell Tellus S2 M 32 Hydraulic Fluid Dexron III Mercon Automatic Transmission Fluid Pro Select AW 32 Hydraulic Oil or 10WAW ISO Viscosity Grade 32 Hydraulic Oi...

Страница 10: ...tick if necessary NOTE Failure to refill the tank will void the log splitter s warranty 9 Extend and retract the wedge 12 complete cycles to remove any trapped air in the system the system is self bleeding 10 Refill the reservoir within the range marked on the dipstick if necessary NOTE Some fluid may overflow from the vent plug as the system builds heat and the fluid expands and seeks a balanced ...

Страница 11: ...ed on the beam support latch bracket Control Handle Use the control handle to move the log splitter wedge forward and backward along the beam It has three positions FORWARD NEUTRAL and REVERSE See the Operation section for instructions Vented Dipstick Use the vented dipstick to check the hydraulic fluid level Log Dislodger The log dislodger is designed to remove any partially split wood from the w...

Страница 12: ... WARNING Read understand and follow all the instructions and warnings on the machine and in included in the Operator s Manuals before operating Using the Log Splitter WARNING Wear work gloves safety shoes ear protection and safety glasses when operating the log splitter Ensure safe footing Operating Positions 1 Place the log splitter on flat dry solid ground 2 Block the front and back of both whee...

Страница 13: ...e or the hydraulic system from its original settings or manufacture in any way Splitting the Wood 1 Start the engine as instructed in the Engine Operator s Manual 2 Place the log against the end plate and only split the wood in the direction of the grain 3 To stabilize the log place your left hand on the side of the log opposite the beam as shown in Figure 6 1 WARNING Never place a hand on the end...

Страница 14: ...ro Select AW 32 Hydraulic Oil or 10WAW ISO Viscosity Grade 32 Hydraulic Oil Check the engine oil level Refill if necessary 3 Use a filter clean or replace regularly 4 Use a breather cap on the fluid reservoir 5 Make sure the pump is mounted and aligned properly 6 Use a flexible spider type coupling between the engine and pump drive shafts 7 Keep the hoses clear and unblocked 8 Bleed the air out of...

Страница 15: ... splitter reservoir tank before each use Maintain the fluid level within the range specified on the dipstick at all times Change the hydraulic fluid in the reservoir every 100 hours of operation Follow the steps below 1 Place a suitable oil collection container under the tank 2 If your engine has a horizontal engine set up shown in Figure 7 1 see Figure 7 1 for changing the hydraulic fluid If your...

Страница 16: ...of the threads are flush with the top of the pipe NOTE Always dispose of any used hydraulic fluid and engine oil at approved recycling centers only 15 Contaminants in the fluid may damage the hydraulic components Flushing the reservoir tank and hoses with kerosene whenever service is performed on the tank hydraulic pump or valve is recommended Contact an authorized service dealer Hose Clamps Check...

Страница 17: ... starter handle until the engine coupling half set screw is at the bottom Loosen the set screw using an allen wrench and slide the coupling half off the engine shaft 6 Slide the new engine coupling half onto the engine shaft until the end of the shaft is flush with the inner portion of the coupling half There must be space between the end of the engine support bracket and the coupling half Tighten...

Страница 18: ...RUN position 2 Connect and tighten spark plug wire 3 Clean fuel line fill tank with clean fresh less than 30 days old fuel 4 Drain fuel tank Refill with fresh fuel 5 Clean or replace air cleaner 6 See authorized service dealer Engine Overheats 1 Engine oil level low 2 Dirty air cleaner 3 Carburetor not adjusted properly 1 Fill crankcase with proper oil 2 Clean or replace air cleaner 3 See authoriz...

Страница 19: ...nternally damaged cylinder 1 See authorized service dealer 2 See authorized service dealer 3 Make certain pump inlet hoses are clear and unblocked 4 Check oil level 5 Drain oil clean reservoir and refill 6 See authorized service dealer 7 Do not attempt to split wood against the grain 8 See authorized service dealer Engine stalls during splitting 1 Low horsepower weak engine 2 Overloaded cylinder 1...

Страница 20: ...t Hose 727 04288 Hydro Hose 727 0443 Return Hose 727 04362 Hydro Hose 726 0132 Hose Clamp 634 0186 Wheel Assembly 16 0 x 4 8 x 8 0 N A Spark Plug See Engine Operator s Manual N A Fuel Filter See Engine Operator s Manual N A Air Filter See Engine Operator s Manual Phone 800 800 7310 to order replacement parts or a complete Parts Manual have your full model number and serial number ready Parts Manua...

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Страница 24: ...uch as Blades Bump Knobs Outer Spools Cutting Line Inner Reels Starter Pulley Starter Ropes Drive Belts Saw Blades Guide Bars Cultivator Tines Spark Plugs Carburettor Adjustments and Filters which can be subjected to use beyond their normal intended working capacity are also excluded This warranty is void if alterations are made to the machine without MTD Products Australia Pty Ltd prior written a...

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