Craftsman 247.774500 Operator's Manual page 7

Know Your Log Splitter
Read this operator's manual and safety rules before operating your log splitter. Compare the
illustrations below 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. Always wear safety glasses, for operating this
equipment or while performing any adjustments or repairs on it.
Reverse
Neutral
_l_Forward
Control Handle
Splitting Wedge
Horizontal
Beam Lock
Vertical
Beam Lock
Figure 7
Operating Controls
(SeeFigure 7)
WARNING: Be familiar with all controls
and their proper operation. Know how to
stop the machine and disengage them
quickly.
ControlHandle
The control handle has three positions. See Figure 7.
Forward: Push the control handle forward or down.
Splitting wedge moves toward the end plate.
Neutral: Control handle will return to neutral position
when handle is released. Splitting wedges stops in
place.
Reverse: When pulling the control handle up or back,
the splitting wedge moves toward the cylinder. The
control handle will lock in the disengaged position. It
will return to neutral automatically when the
disengage stroke is complete.
BeamLocks
There are two position locks for each operating
position. See Figure 7.
Vertical: The vertical position lock is located next to
the oil filter.
Horizontal: The horizontal position lock is part of the
beam support latch bracket.
Engine Controls
ThrottleControl
Permits selection of fast or slow engine speed.
Primer
Used to start a cold engine. Do not use itto restart a
warm engine after a short shut-down.
Starter Handle
The starter handle is located on the engine. Pull the
starter handle to start engine.
Meets ANSI safety standards
Craftsman Log Splitter conform to the safety standard of the American National Standards Institute (ANSI).