Maintenance & Service; Maintenance Schedule; Off-Season Storage - Troy-Bilt FLEX Serie Manual Del Operador

4. Use the hydraulic valve control to extend and
retract cylinder 4-6 cycles to remove trapped
air in the system before operating.
5. Flush and clean hydraulic system before
restarting after servicing.
6. Operate on level ground.
7. Allow time for warm-up before splitting
wood.
8. Split the wood along the grain (lengthwise)
only.
9. Keep log centered in front of ram.
Maintenance & Service

Maintenance Schedule

Check Hydraulic Fluid
Lubricate Beam & Splitting Wedge
Check clutch bumpers
Check Hardware
Replace Hydraulic Fluid
Warning! Before cleaning, lubricating,
repairing or inspecting, disengage the
control lever and stop engine.
Disconnect the FLEX™ Power Base
from the attachment. Always wear
safety glasses during operation or
while performing any adjustments or
repairs.
Maintenance
Hydraulic Fluid
Check the hydraulic fluid level in the log splitter
reservoir tank before each use. Maintain the fluid
level to just below the oil plug.
Have the hydraulic fluid in the reservoir changed
every 100 hours of operation. See your authorized
service dealer to have the hydraulic fluid changed.
Beam & Splitting Wedge
Before each use, lubricate the top and bottom of the
beam (where it comes into contact with the ram)
with engine oil.
Hardware
Check all the hardware at least once a season and
tighten any nuts, bolts, etc. that are loose
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Never:
1. Use when fluid is below 20° F or above 150° F.
2. Mix hydraulic fluids.
3. Operate in FORWARD or REVERSE position
with the ram stopped for an extended period.
4. Attempt to adjust the unloading or the relief
valve settings.
5. Operate with air in the hydraulic system.
6. Attempt to split wood across the grain.
After First 5 Hours Before Each use
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Clutch Bumpers
It is necessary to check the clutch bumpers, installed
on the dog clutch assembly, before each use. The
clutch bumpers are wearable parts that will need to
be replaced periodically after extended usage.
To replace the clutch bumpers, follow these
instructions:
1. Gently pry each clutch bumper out of the
dog clutch using a standard screw driver.
See Figure 5-1.
Figure 5-1
2. Replace the clutch bumpers (Kit Part No. 753-
08457) by fully pressing them into place.
7. Attempt to remove partially split wood from
the wedge with your hands.
8. Move attachment without connected to the
FLEX™ Power Base.
9. Transport when cylinder is in the extended,
operating position.
Every 8 Hours Every Season
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Off-Season Storage

When the log splitter will not be used for an
extended period of time, prepare it for storage as
follows:
1. Clean the log splitter thoroughly.
NOTE: Using a pressure washer or garden
hose to clean your attachment is not
recommended. The use of water will result in
shortened life and reduce serviceability.
2. Wipe the log splitter with an oiled rag to
prevent rust, especially on the wedge and the
beam.
3. Disconnect the FLEX™ Power Base from the
attachment.
4. Store the log splitter in a clean, dry area.
Do not store it next to any corrosive
materials, such as fertilizer. DO NOT store the
attachment in an upright position.
NOTE: If storing in an unventilated or metal
storage shed, be certain to rustproof the
equipment by coating with a light oil or
silicone.
Every Season or 100 Hours
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