Owner's Manual CRRFTSMRN ° 33 Ton Hydraulic Log Splitter Model Nos' 247.794520 CAUTION: Before using this product, read this manual and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions. Sears, Roebuck And Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179, U.S.A. Printed in U.S.A.
Content Page Content Page Warranty Information ......................................... 2 Service & Adjustment ........................................ 15 Safe Operation Practices................................... 3 Off-Season Storage ........................................... 17 Accessories ....................................................... 6 Trouble-Shooting ............................................... 18 Assembly ...........................................................
! This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not followed, could endanger the personal safety and/or property of yourself and others. Read and follow all instructions in this manual before attempting to operate your log splitter. Failure to comply with these instructions may result in personal injury. When you see this symbol--heed its warning. I DANGER: I_lb manual.
thecontroluntilthehelperisclearofthearea. Moreaccidents occur when more than one Horizontal Operating Position: Stand behind the reservoir tank. See illustrations. person operates the logsplitter than at any other time. No one should operate this unitwhile intoxicated or while taking medication that impairs the senses or reactions. A clear mind is essential for safety. Never allow a person who istired or otherwise not alert to use your log splitter.
• • • • • • • Customer • • • • • Perform all recommended maintenance procedures before you use your splitter. Do not service or repair your log splitter without " disconnectingthe spark plug wire and moving it away from the spark plug. Never store the equipment with gasoline in the tank inside of a buildingwhere ignitionsources are present, such as hot water and space heaters, clothesdryers and the like. Allow the engine to cool before stodng in any enclosure.
• • • • • • • • Make certain pump is mounted and aligned properly Use a flexible "spider" type coupling between engine and pump drive shafts Keep hoses clear and unblocked Bleed air out of hoses before operating Flush and clean hydraulic system before startup after any malfunctionor servicing Use "pipe dope" on all hydraulicfittings Allow time for warm-up before splittingwood Prime the pump before initialstart-up by turning over the engine with spark plug disconnected • Split wood with the grain (lengthw
IMPORTANT: This unit is shipped without gasoline in the engine. After assembly, see OPERATION section of this manual for proper fuel fill-up. Remove the two bolts, lock washers and hex nuts that Secure the tongue assembly to the beam assembly. See Figure 2. Unlock the two beam locks by pullingout on the beam locks and pivotingthem down. Remove the tongue assembly.
• upright position. Release spring lever. See Figure 4. Spring Lever Jack Stand • Lower the beam assembly to its horizontal position.Make certain the beam is locked securely with the horizontal beam lock. See Figure 5. Pull the log splitter off the pallet. Final Assembly Tire Pressure The tires may have been over-inflated for shipping purposes. • Check tire pressure regularly.The tire pressure should not exceed 30 p.s.L Preparing Log Splitter • • Place the log splitter on a firm, level surface.
Know Your Log Splitter " Read this owner's manual and safety rules before operating your log splitter.Compare the illustrationson this page with your equipment to familiarize yourself with the locationof various controlsand adjustments.Save this manual for future reference. The operation of any logsplittercan result in foreign objects being thrown intothe eyes, which can result in severe eye damage.
OPERATING CONTROLS the oil's viscosity grade according tothe expected operating temperature. Followthe chart below. (See Figure 6.) again refer to the safety rules onlog pages 3-6 WARNING: Before using your splitter, of this manual. Always be careful. Colder _1_ __ 5W30 Do not operate the !og splitter withoutthe proper amount of hydraulic oil in the reservoirtank. Failure to refillthe tank will void your warranty.
• • • • • Make sure the spark plug wire is disconnected. Pdme the pump by pullingthe recoil starter as far as it will go. Repeat approximately 10 times. Reconnect the spark plug wire and start engine. Use the control handle to engage the wedge to the far extended position. Refer to Figure 7. Retract the wedge. Fill tank to within 1-1/2" to 2" from the top of the tank.
• Tolowerthebeam,pulloutthebeamlockonthe • reservoir tank and pivotit down to release the beam. Carefully pull back on beam and lower it to the horizontal position.See Figure 10. PUllout the beam lock on the tongue, pivot it upwards and release itto hold the beam. Make certain it is latched securely. • • pulling out on the horizontal beam lockand pivoting it upwards. Refer to Figure5 for location of beam locks. Stand behind the reservoirtank. See Figure 12.
Maintenance Schedule :ooOi ,ooo/U service dates here l Check reservoirfluid "6 ,-z "O O Change hydraulic fluid Change hydraulic filter O. Lubricate beam and wedge Check engine oil V/ Change engine oil G) t=m _ Service air cleaner foam filter Service air cleaner paper filter LLI Clean engine Service spark plug Remove combustion deposits Service muffler '_ General Recommendations • • • • • • be 1.5" to 2" from the top of the tank (seven gallonsapproximately).
However, normalwearwilloccur.Pedodically adjust theboltsonthesideofthewedgeplateasfollowsto eliminate excessspacebetween thewedgeplateand thebeam. • • Loosen the lock nuts on the two adjustment bolts on the side of the gib plate, located beneath the splittingwedge. See Figure 13. Turn the adjustment bolts in untilsnug, then backthem off slowly until the wedge assembly will slide on the beam. Tighten the lock nuts securely against the gib plate to holdthe adjustment bolts in this position.
Cleanengine Cleanengineperiodically. Remove dirtand debdswithaclothorbrush.Cleaning with a operation. See Figure 16. Spark plug replacement is recommended at the start of each season. Refer to engine parts list for correct spark plug type. forceful spray of water is net recommended as water could contaminate the fuel system. Frequently remove grass clippings, dirt and debds from cooling fins, air intake screen and levers and linkages. See Figure 15.
spiderfailscompletely, youwillexperience a loss of between end of the engine support bracket and the couplinghalf.) Apply LoctifeTM to threads of set screw and torque to 78 inch-pounds. Inspectthe pump coupling halfjaws for signs of wear. Replace if necessary. To replace pump coupling half: Loosen set screw using 1/8 inch allen wrench. Slide coupling half off pump shaft. Install new couplinghalf on pump shaft making sure to align key way in coupling half with key in pump shaft.
Prepare yourlogsplitterforstorage attheendofthe seasonor ifthelogsplitterwillnotbeusedfor30days or more. A • Occur. • Use fresh fuel next season. NOTE: Fuel stabilizar is an acceptable alternative in minimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during storage.
Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action Cylinderrodwill not move 1. Broken ddva shaft. 1. Return unit to Sears service center. 2. Shippingplugs left in hydraulic hoses, 2. Disconnect hydraulic hose, remove shipping plugs, and reconnect hose. 3. Set screws in coupling not adjusted 3. Refer to adjustment secfion of this properly. manual and adjust the oouplers 4. Loose shaft coupling. 4. Correct engine/pump alignment. 5. Return unit to Sears service center. 5. Gear sections damaged. 6.
Trouble-Shooting Guide continued Problem Engine failsto stad Possible Causes 1. Serviceair cleanerfollowingInstruction,= on page 14 of thismanual. 2. 3. 4. 5. 2. 3. 4. 5. Fuel tank empty, or stale fuel. Choke not in ON position. BIcoked fuel line. Spark plug wire disconnected. 1. Unitrunningon choke. 2. Spark plug wire loose. 3. Blocked fuel line or stale fuel. 4. Dirty air cleaner. 5. Carburetor out of adjustment Engine overheats Action 1. Dirty air cleaner. 6. Faulty spark plug.
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Craftsman KEY NO. 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 9 H.P. Log Splitter Model 247.
Craftsman 9 H.P. Horizontal Shaft Engine Model No. 143.999003 for Craftsman Log Splitter Model 247.794520 >3OO I I 2gO 75 • 342 / 87 89 70 _1"_.151 1 69 --5 101 _:32.
Craftsman 9 H.P. Horizontal Shaft Engine Model No. 143.999003 for Craftsman Log Splitter Model 247.794520 • Key No. 0 Part No. Description Qty. Key No. Part No. Description Qty. RPM Low 1700 75 35319 Oil Seal 1 RPM High 3450 to 3750 80 31845 Governor Shaft 1 35385 Cylinder (Incl. 2, 20 & 72) 81 30590A Washer 1 2 27652 Dowel Pin 82 35378 Govemor Gear Ass'y.(Incl.
Craftsman 9 H.P. Horizontal Shaft Engine Model No. 143.999003 for Craftsmen Log Splitter Model 247.794520 Key No. Part No. 178 29752 Description Nut & LockWasher, 114-28 Qty. Key No. Part No. 2 280 36799A Heat Shield 1 Starter Bubble Cover 1 1 Description Qty.
Craftsman 9 H.P. Horizontal Shaft Engine Model No. 143.999003 for Craftsman Log Splitter Model 247.794520 Key No. o Part No. !64Oll 2 Description Qty. Carburetor(Incl.
Craftsman 9 H.P. Horizontal Shaft Engine Model No. 143.999003 for Craftsmen Log Splitter Model 247.794520 Key No, Part No. 1590704 12 Key No. Part No. Description 1 590599A 2 _90600 1 590599A Spring Pin (Incl.
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