Craftsman 247.77466.1 Operator's Manual page 11

Horizontal Position
1. Pull the vertical beam lock out and rotate it down. See Figure 4-1.
Pivot beam to the horizontal position. The beam will lock automati-
cally in horizontal position.
2. Stand behind the reservoir tank to operate control handle and to
stabilize the log.
Operating Tips
Always:
1. Use clean fluid and check fluid level regularly.
2. Use an approved hydraulic fluid. Approved fluids include Dexron®
III / Mercon® III automatic transmission fluid, a 10 Weight AW
hydraulic oil or Pro-Mix™ AW-32 Hydraulic Oil.
3. Use a filter (clean or replace regularly).
4. Use a breather cap on fluid reservoir.
5. Make sure pump is mounted and aligned properly.
6. Use a flexible "spider" type coupling between engine and pump
drive shafts.
7. Keep hoses clear and unblocked.
8. Bleed air out of hoses before operating.
9. Flush and clean hydraulic system before restarting after servicing.
10. Use "pipe dope" on all hydraulic fittings.
11. Allow time for warm-up before splitting wood.
12. Prime the pump before initial start-up by turning over the engine
with spark plug disconnected.
13. Split wood along the grain (lengthwise) only.
Never:
1. Use when fluid is below 20° F or above 150° F.
2. Use a solid engine /pump coupling.
3. Operate through relief valve for long.
4. Attempt to adjust unloading or relief valve settings without pressure
gauges.
5. Operate with air in hydraulic system.
6. Use teflon tape on hydraulic fittings.
7. Attempt to cut wood across the grain.
8. Attempt to remove partially split wood from the wedge with your
hands. Fully retract wedge to dislodge wood with log dislodger.
OPERATION
Transporting the Log Splitter
IMPORTANT: Always turn fuel valve to OFF position before transport-
ing the log splitter.
1. Lower the beam to its horizontal position. Make certain the beam is
locked securely with the horizontal beam lock.
2. Remove spring clip and clevis pin from jack stand.
3. Support the tongue and pivot the jack stand up against the tongue.
See Figure 4-4.
4. Secure with the spring clip and clevis pin previously removed. See
Figure 4-4.
5. Attach coupler hitch to a class I or higher 2" ball on a towing
vehicle; latch securely.
a. If coupler hitch does not fit on ball: Turn adjustment nut one
turn counter-clockwise.
b. If coupler hitch is too loose on ball: Turn adjustment nut one
turn clockwise.
6. Connect the safety chains to the towing vehicle.
7. Plug in the tail lights, if so equipped, to the tail light connector on
the tow vehicle.
WARNING: Do not tow faster than 45mph and check
local, state, and federal requirements before towing
on any public road.
NOTE: Use caution when backing up. It is recommended to use a
spotter outside the vehicle.
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