Craftsman 247.346250 - Manual (Page 13)

GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS Hex Bolts
A WARNING: ALWAYS STOP THE ENGINE
AND DISCONNECT THE SPARK PLUG
WIRE BEFORE PERFORMING ANY MAIN­
TENANCE OR ADJUSTMENTS.
Check all nuts, bolts and hose clamps periodically to
make certain they are tightened securely.
LOG SPLIHER
RESERVOIR FLUID
Check the hydraulic fluid level in the log splitter reser­
voir tank before each use. Fluid level should be 1-1/2“
to 2" from the top of the tank.
Change the hydraulic fluid in the reservoir every 100
hours of operation. Disconnect the suction hose from
the bottom of the reservoir tank, and drain the fiuid
into a suitable container. Refill using only Dexron II
automatic transmission fluid, as instructed in the
BEFORE INITIAL USE section of this manual. Also,
make certain to change the hydraulic filter.
NOTE: Drain the fluid and flush the reservoir tank and
hoses with kerosene whenever any repair work is per­
formed on the tank, hydraulic pump or valve.
Contaminants in the fluid wilt damage the hydraulic
components (should be performed by your SEARS
Service Center).
A
WARNING: USE EXTREME CAUTION
WHEN WORKING WITH KEROSENE, AS
IT IS AN EXTREMELY FLAMMABLE
FLUID.
Adjustment
Bolts
Back.
Plate
FIGURE 14.
Periodically remove and replace the “gibs” (spacers)
between the wedge plate and the back plate as fol­
lows.
NOTE: If desired, the gibs may be rotated and/or
turned over for even wear.
• Remove the center bolt on top of the wedge plate.
Slide the gib plate out. See figure 14.
• Remove and replace the gibs. Reassemble the gib
plate, making certain flat washer is in place under the
gib plate.
• Readjust the bolts on the side of the wedge plate as
instructed previously.
HYDRAULIC FILTER
Change the hydraulic filter every 50 hours of opera­
tion. Use only a 10 micron hydraulic filter. Order part
number 723-0405.
BEAM AND SPLITTING WEDGE
Lubricate both sides of the beam where it contacts the
splitting wedge with engine oil before each use to
obtain years of service. However, normal wear will
occur. Periodically adjust the bolts on the side of the
wedge plate as follows to eliminate the excess space
between the wedge plate and the beam. See figure
14.
• Loosen the three hex bolts on top of the wedge
plate (beneath the splitting wedge).
• Loosen the lock nuts on the two adjustment bolts
on the side of the gib plate, located beneath the
splitting wedge. Turn the adjustment bolts in until
snug, then back them off slowly until the wedge
assembly will slide on the beam.
• Tighten the lock nuts securely against the gib plate
to hold the adjustment bolts in this position.
• Retighten the three hex bolts on top of the wedge
plate.
ENGINE
ENGINE OIL
Only use high quality detergent oil rated with API ser­
vice classification SG. Select the oil’s viscosity grade
according to your expected operating temperature.
Colder 32“F Warmer
5W30 SAE 30
NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oil (5E30, 10W30,
etc.) improves starting in cold weather, these multi­
viscosity oils will result in increased oil consumption
when used above 32° F. Check your oil level more
frequently to avoid possible engine damage from run­
ning low on oil.
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