Craftsman 247.774500 Operator's Manual

Know Your Log SplitterRead this operator's manual and safety rules before operating your log splitter. Compare theillustrations below with your equipment to familiarize yourself with the location of variouscontrols 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 thisequipment or while performing any adjustments or repairs on it.ReverseNeutral_l_ForwardControl HandleSplitting WedgeHorizontalBeam LockVerticalBeam LockFigure 7OperatingControls(SeeFigure7)WARNING: Be familiar with all controlsand their proper operation. Know how tostop the machine and disengage themquickly.ControlHandleThe 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 positionwhen handle is released. Splitting wedges stops inplace.Reverse: When pulling the control handle up or back,the splitting wedge moves toward the cylinder. Thecontrol handle will lock in the disengaged position. Itwill return to neutral automatically when thedisengage stroke is complete.BeamLocksThere are two position locks for each operatingposition. See Figure 7.Vertical: The vertical position lock is located next tothe oil filter.Horizontal: The horizontal position lock is part of thebeam support latch bracket.EngineControlsThrottleControlPermits selection of fast or slow engine speed.PrimerUsed to start a cold engine. Do not use itto restart awarm engine after a short shut-down.Starter HandleThe starter handle is located on the engine. Pull thestarter handle to start engine.Meets ANSI safety standardsCraftsman Log Splitter conform to the safety standard of the American National Standards Institute (ANSI).