Assembly - Craftsman 247.77466.1 Operator's Manual

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ASSEMBLY

IMPORTANT: Your log splitter is shipped with motor oil in the engine.
However, you MUST check the oil level before operating. Be careful
not to overfill.
NOTE: All references in this manual to the left or right side of the log
splitter is from the operating position only.
Removing Unit From Carton
1. Pry the top, sides, and ends off crate.
2. Set panels aside to avoid tire punctures or personal injury.
3. Remove and discard plastic bag that covers unit.
4. Remove any loose parts if included with unit (i.e., operator's
manual, etc.)
5. Cut and remove straps which secure parts to bottom of crate.
Unbolt any remaining parts which may be bolted to the bottom of
the crate.
WARNING: Use extreme caution unpacking this
machine. Some components are very heavy and will
require additional people or mechanical handling
equipment.
Loose Parts In Carton
1. Tongue Assembly
WARNING: Disconnect the spark plug wire and
ground against the engine to prevent unintended
starting.
Assembling the Tongue
Attaching the Jack Stand
The jack stand is shipped in the transport position.
1. Remove the spring clip and clevis pin and pivot the jack stand
towards the ground to the operating position.
2. Secure the jack stand in position with the clevis pin and spring clip.
See Figure 3-1.
Attaching the Tongue
1. With the log splitter still standing upright, remove two hex bolts and
hex nuts from the tank bracket. See Figure 3-2.
2. Align the holes in the tongue with the holes in the tank bracket and
secure with hardware just removed. See Figure 3-2.
NOTE: High pressure hose must be above the tongue assembly.
Connecting Cylinder to Beam
The log splitter is shipped with the beam in the vertical position.
1. Pull out the vertical beam lock, rotate it back, and pivot the beam to
the horizontal position until it locks. See Figure 3-3.