Owner's Manual 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. • • • • • Safety Assembly Operation Service Maintenance • Espa5ol Sears, Roebuck And Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179, U.S.A. Printed in U.S.A.
Content Page Content Warranty Information......................................... 2 Service & Adjustment ........................................ 15 Page 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. ,_ DANGER: Your leg splitter was built to be operated according to the rules for safe operation in this manual.
the control until the helper is clear of the area, More accidents occur when more than one person operates the log splitter than at any other time, No one should operate this unit while intoxicated or while taking medication that impairs the senses or reactions. A clear mind is essential for safety. Never allow a person who is tired or otherwise not alert to use your log splitter. Horizontal Operating Position: Stand behind the reservoir tank. See illustrations.
For logs that are not cut square, the longest portion of the log should be rotated down and the most square end placed against the splitting wedge. Keep your work area clean. Immediately remove splitwood around your splitter so that you do not stumble over it. Clean chips and dirt off end plate (wood platform) after each log is split, or whenever necessary to maintain flat contact between wood and end plate (platform). Never move the log splitterwhile the engine is running.
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 malfunction or servicing Use "pipe dope" on all hydraulic fittings Allow time for warm-up before splitting wood • Prime the pump before initial start-up by turning over the engine with spark plug disconnected • Split wood with the grain (lengthwise) only
IMPORTANT: This unitis shipped without gasoline in the engine. After assembly, see OPERATION section of this manual for proper fuel fill-up.
uprightposition.Release springlever. 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. See Figure 4, Spring Lever Jack Stand 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.i. Preparing Log Splitter Place the logsplitter on a firm, level surface.
Know Your Log Splitter Read this owner's manual and safety rules before operating your log splitter. Compare the illustrations on this page with your equipment to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. The operation of any log splitter can result in foreign objects being thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage.
OPERATING CONTROLS the oil's viscosity grade according to the expected operating temperature. Follow the 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, Do not operate the log splitter without the proper amount of hydraulic oil in the reservoirtank. Failure to refillthe tank will void your warranty. NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (514/30, 10W30, etc.
• • • • Make sure the spark plug wire is disconnected. Prime the pump by pulling the 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.
Tolowerthe beam, pull out the beam lock on the reservoir tank and pivot it down to release the beam. Carefully pull back on beam and lower it to the horizontal position. See Figure 10. Pull out the beam lock on the tongue, pivot it upwards and release it to hold the beam. Make certain it is latched securely. pulling out on the horizontal beam lock and pivoting it upwards. Refer to Figure 5 for location of beam locks. Stand behind the reservoir tank. See Figure 12.
Maintenance Schedule //Fill in service dates here Check reservoir fluid "0 Changehydraulicfluid "_ Change hydraulicfilter a. Lubricatebeam and wedge 4 Checkengine oil Changeengine oil W _ Serviceaircleanerfoam filter "-I_ Serviceair cleanerpaperfilter C g..I Clean engine Servicesparkplug Removecombustiondeposits Servicemuffler be 1.5" to 2" from the top of the tank (seven gallons approximately ). • Change the hydraulic fluid in the reservoirevery 100 hours of operation.
However, normal wear will occur. Periodically adjust the bolts on the side of the wedge plate as follows to eliminate excess space between the wedge plate and the beam. Loosen the lock nuts on the two adjustment boltson the side of the gib plate, located beneath the splitting wedge. See Figure 13. Turn the adjustment bolts in until snug, then back them off slowly untilthe wedge assembly willslide on the beam. To drain oil • Air Cleaner Drain oil while engine is warm. Follow the instructions given below.
• Tighten wing nut securely. least once a season or every 50 hours of 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. Clean engine Clean engine periodically. Remove dirt and debris with a cloth or brush. Cleaning with a forceful spray of water is not recommended as water could contaminate the fuel system.
spider fails completely, you will experience a loss of power. ,_ any manner, Never as a blow will engine cause permanent WARNING: hit the shaft in damage to the engine or the pump. • Follow the instructions carefully as the alignment of the couplings is critical. • Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug, and keep it away from the spark plug. • Using a 1/2 inch wrench, remove three nuts and lock washers which secure the pump to the coupling shield.
Prepare your log splitter for storage at the end of the season or if the log splitter will not be used for 30 days or more. WARNING: Never store machine with fuel in the fuel tank inside of building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark, or where ignitionsources are present such as hot water and space heaters, furnaces, clothes dryers, stoves, electric motors, etc.
Problem Cylinder rod will not move 1. Broken drive shaft, 2. Shipping plugs left in hydraulic hoses, 3. Set screws in coupling not adjusted properly. 4, Loose shaft coupling. 5. Gear sections damaged. 6. Damaged relief valve. 7, Hydraulic lines blocked. 8, Incorrect oil level. g. Damaged or blocked directional valve. Cylinder shaft speed slow while extending end retracting t. Gear sections damaged. 2. Excessive pump inlet vacuum. 3, 4. 5. 6. Slow engine speed. Damaged relief valve. Incorrect oil level.
Trouble-Shooting Guide continued Problem Possible Causes Engine failsto start 1. Serviceaircleaner following instruction_ on page 14 of thismanual. 2. 3. 4. 5. 2, Fuel tank empty, or stale fuel. Choke not in ON position. Blocked fuel line. Spark plug wire disconnected. 1. Unit running on choke, 2. Spark plug wire Loose. 3. Blocked fuel Lineor stale fuel. 4. Dirty air cleaner. 5. Carburetor out of adjustment Engineoverheats Action 1. Dirty air cleaner. 6. Faulty spark plug. Engineruns erratic.
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