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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Safety Symbols This page depicts and describes safety symbols that may appear on this product. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine before attempting to assemble and operate. Symbol Description READ THE OPERATOR’S MANUAL(S) Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual(s) before attempting to assemble and operate WARNING— CRUSHING HAZARD Keep hands away from wedge, end plate, partly split wood and moving parts. BYSTANDARDS Keep byst
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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 are from the operating position only. REmov ING ThE LoG Sp LITTER FRom ThE CARTo N 1. Pry the top, sides and ends off of the crate. 2 . S e t t h e p a n e l s a s i d e t o a v o i d t i r e p u n c t u r e s o r p e r s o n a l i n j u r y . 3. Re
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ASSEMBLY 3. Disconnect the log cradle from the beam on the side of the control valve. See Figure 3-5. 4. Lift and slide the cylinder up to the top of beam and into the weld brackets. 5. Attach the dislodger over the wedge assembly and secure it to the weld brackets with the previously removed hardware. NOTE : O n c e t h e s i x h e x s c r e w s a r e t i g h t e n e d , t h e r e m a y b e a s l i g h t gap between the dislodger and the weld brackets. This gap is normal. 6. Reattach the l
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OPERATION Cylinder Control Handle Log Dislodger Wedge Beam Assembly Tongue Jack Stand Vertical Log Beam Cradle Lock 1 2 Vertical Beam Lock Horizontal Beam Lock Figure 4-1 WARNING WARNING Read this operator’s manual and the safety rules before operating Be familiar with all the controls and their proper operation. Know how your log splitter. Compare the illustrations below with your equipment to stop the machine and disengage them quickly. t o f a m i l i a r i z e y o u r s e l f w i t h t h
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OPERATION ENGINE Co NTRo LS Stop Switch Push the switch to ON prior to choking for the engine start; push to OFF to shut the engine down. Choke Control To return The choke control is used to choke off the carburetor and assist in wedge starting the engine. Starter handle Neutral The starter handle is located on the engine. Pull the starter handle to To stop wedge start engine. Control handle The control handle has three positions. See Figure 4-2. To split wood • FORWARD: Move the contro
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OPERATION 2. Release the control handle to stop the wedge movement. STARTING ENGINE 3. Move the control handle BACK or UP to return the wedge. 1. Attach the spark plug wire to the spark plug. Make certain the metal cap on the end of the spark plug is fastened securely over the metal Log Dislodger tip on the spark plug. The log dislodger is designed to remove any partially split wood from 2. Push the stop switch to ON. the wedge. This may occur while splitting large diameter wood or freshly c
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OPERATION 2. Stand behind the reservoir tank to operate the control handle and to 7. Attempt to cut wood across the grain. stabilize the log. See Figure 4-4. 8. Attempt to remove partially split wood from the wedge with your hands. Fully retract the wedge to dislodge the wood with the log dislodger. TRANSpo RTING ThE LoG Sp LITTER IMPORTANT: Always turn the fuel valve to the OFF position before transporting the log splitter. 1. Lower the beam to its horizontal position. Make certain the beam
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SERVICE & ADJUSTMENTS GIb ADJuSTmENT Periodically remove and replace the “gibs” (spacers) between the wedge assembly and the back plate. NOTE: The gibs may be rotated and/or turned over for even wear. 1. Loosen the lock nuts under each back plate and slide the gibs out. Adjustment See Figure 5-1. Bolt 2. Turn or replace the gibs. 3. Reassemble the back plate and secure with the lock nuts. 4 . R e a d j u s t t h e b o l t s o n t h e s i d e o f t h e w e d g e a s s e m b l y . ho SE CLAmpS
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SERVICE & ADJUSTMENTS FLExIbLE pump Coup LER T h e f l e x i b l e p u m p c o u p l e r i s a n y l o n “ s p i d e r ” i n s e r t , l o c a t e d b e t w e e n the pump and the engine shaft. Over time, the coupler will harden and deteriorate. Replace the coupler if you detect vibration or noise coming from the area between the engine and the pump. If the coupler fails completely, y o u w i l l e x p e r i e n c e a l o s s o f p o w e r . IMPORTANT: Never hit the engine shaft in any manne
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MAINTENANCE maintenance Schedule TASKS Before First 5 Every 25 Every 50 Every 100 SERVICE DATES Each Use Hours Hours Hours Hours Lubricate Beam & Wedge Change Hydraulic Fluid Change Hydraulic Filter Clean Reservoir Screen Check Reservoir Fluid Check Engine Oil Change Engine Oil Service Air Cleaner Service Spark Plug Clean Engine Figure 5-1 2. The warranty on this log splitter does not cover items that have WARNING b e e n s u b j e c t e d t o o p e r a t o r a b u s
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MAINTENANCE hy DRAuLIC FLuID AND INLET FILTER • C h e c k t h e h y d r a u l i c f l u i d l e v e l i n t h e l o g s p l i t t e r r e s e r v o i r t a n k before each use. Maintain the fluid level within the range specified on the dipstick at all times. • C h a n g e t h e h y d r a u l i c f l u i d i n t h e r e s e r v o i r e v e r y 1 0 0 h o u r s o f operation. Follow the steps below: 1. Disconnect the suction hose from the bottom of the reservoir tank. 2. Carefully unthread th
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MAINTENANCE NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30, 10W30, etc.) improve season or every 50 hours of operation. starting in cold weather, they will result in increased oil consumption • C l e a n t h e a r e a a r o u n d t h e s p a r k p l u g . R e m o v e a n d i n s p e c t t h e when used above 32°F. Check your engine oil level more frequently to spark plug. avoid possible engine damage from running low on oil. • R e p l a c e t h e s p a r k p l u g i f t h e e l e c t r o d e s
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OFF-SEASON STORAGE Prepare your log splitter for storage at the end of the season or if the IMPORTANT: Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the log splitter will not be used for 30 days or more. f u e l t a n k o r p e r m a n e n t d a m a g e m a y o c c u r . U s e f r e s h f u e l n e x t s e a s o n . 3 . R e m o v e t h e s p a r k p l u g , p o u r a p p r o x i m a t e l y 1⁄2 oz. of engine oil into WARNING cylinder and crank it slowly to distribute the oil. WARNING: Ne
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TROUBLESHOOTING problem Cause Remedy 1. Connect wire to spark plug. 1. Spark plug wire disconnected. Engine fails to start 2. Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline. 2. Fuel tank empty or stale fuel. 3. Move choke to CHOKE position. 3. Choke lever not in CHOKE position. 4. Service spark plug following 4. Faulty spark plug. instructions in the maintenance section. 5. Blocked fuel line. 5. Clean fuel line. 6. Service air cleaner following 6. Dirty air cleaner. instructions in the maintenance sec
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Operator’s Manual
®
675 Series
LOG SPLITTER
Model No. 247.77640
• SAFETY
• ASSEMBLY
• OPERATION
• MAINTENANCE
• PARTS LIST
CAUTION: Before using
• Spanish
this product, read this
manual and follow all
safety rules and operating
instructions.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179, U.S.A.
Visit our web site: www.sears.com/craftsman
FORM NO. 769-03989A
04/14/2008
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Warranty Statement ..................................Page 2 Maintenance .............................................Pages 16-18 Repair Protection Agreement ...................Page 3 Off Season Storage ..................................Page 19 Safe Operation Practices ..........................Pages 4-6 Troubleshooting ........................................Page 20-22 Safety Labels ............................................Page 7 Parts List ..................................
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REPAIR PROTECTION AGREEMENT Congratulations on making a smart purchase. Your new Craftsman® Once you purchase the Agreement, a simple phone call is all that it product is designed and manufactured for years of dependable opera- takes for you to schedule service. You can call anytime day or night, or tion. But like all products, it may require repair from time to time. That’s schedule a service appointment online. when having a Repair Protection Agreement can save you money and The Repair Prot
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING DANGER This machine was built to be operated according to the This symbol points out important safety safe operation practices in this manual. As with any type of instructions which, if not followed, could power equipment, carelessness or error on the part of the endanger the personal safety and/or property of operator can result in serious injury. This machine is capable yourself and others. Read and follow all of amputating fingers, hands, toes and feet and
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Preparation Operation 1. Always wear safety shoes or heavy boots. 1. Before starting this machine, review the “Safety Instructions”. Failure to follow these rules may result in serious injury to the 2. Always wear safety glasses or safety goggles when operating operator or bystanders. this machine. 2. Never leave this machine unattended with the engine running. 3. Never wear jewelry or loose clothing that might become entangled in moving or rotating parts of the machin
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 12. When splitting in the vertical position, stabilize the log before Maintenance and Storage moving the control. Split as follows: a. Place log on the end plate and turn until it leans against WARNING the beam and is stable. This machine is equipped with an internal combustion engine and b. When splitting extra large or uneven logs, the log must should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-covered, be stabilized with wooden shims or split wood between brush-cove
