User manual MTD 2070-1

[. . . ] Before starting work, familiarise yourself with all equipment and controls as well as their functions. Before using the unit, always check that all controls, safety devices and guards are in perfect working order and that all threaded connections are tight. Before using the unit, have all damaged, worn or incorrectly functioning parts replaced. Store the fuel in designated containers only and never near heat sources (e. g. [. . . ] Engine controls The positions and functions of the controls for the engine can be found in the enclosed engine manual. 6 English Operating Manual for Wood Splitter Operating the unit Also follow the instructions in the engine manual!Persons, children and/or animals must be kept away from the unit while it is being operated. They could be injured by ejected objects, etc. Always secure the unit to prevent it from rolling away. When working on slopes, the unit may tip over and you may be injured. Therefore be especially careful if working in this situation. Never work on slopes which have a gradient of more than 16 %. If the unit is damaged: Immediately switch off the engine and contact a repair shop. When working, always wear protective gloves made of leather, hard-toed boots, ear protection, goggles and tight-fitting clothing. Always split pieces of wood along the wood grain. Never attempt to remove partially split wood manually from the splitting wedge. Tilt the splitting column into the horizontal position. It automatically engages in the horizontal position and is locked. Starting the engine Note: Some models have no throttle, the speed is set automatically. The engine always runs at optimum speed. · · · · · · Connect the spark-plug terminal. Open the fuel tap (depending on the model). Set the engine stop switch on the engine (depending on the model) to "ON". Set the choke lever to "Choke/ ". Set the throttle (if featured) to "Fast / ". Slowly pull the pull-starter handle until it begins to resist, then pull it through quickly and forcefully. Do not let the pull-starter handle spring back, but guide it back slowly. Making settings before using the unit: Caution!Do not make any settings while the engine is running · Remove the spark-plug terminal. [. . . ] · The hydraulic system overheats. · The unit was started at a temperature below ­6 °C or above +65 °C. · Unnoticed leaks in the hydraulic system cause damage. Troubleshooting Danger Risk of injury from engine starting unintentionally. Before carrying out any work on the unit: · Switch off the engine. [. . . ]