Caution;
Read and Follow
All Safety Rules
and Instructions
Before Operating
This Equipment
SEARS. ROEBUCK AND CO., Chicago, IL 60684 U.S.A.
25.5 TON
HYDRAULIC LOG SPLITTER
Assembly
Operation
Customer Responsibilities
Service and Adjustment
Repair Parts
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IMPORTANT
SAFETY RULES
THIS SYMBOL POINTS OUT IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WHICH, IF NOT FOLLOWED, COULD ENDANGER THE PERSON
AL SAFETY AND/OR PROPERTY OF YOURSELF AND OTHERS. READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL BEFORE
ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE YOUR LOG SPLITTER. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PERSON
AL INJURY. WHEN YOU SEE THIS SYMBOL— ^ HEED ITS WARNING.
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Your log splitter was built to be operated according to the rules tor safe operation in this manual. As with
any type of power equipment, carelessness or error on the part of the operator can result in serious
injury. If you violate any of these rules, you may cause serious injury to yourself or others.
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TRAINING
1. Before operating this splitter, read and understand this manual
completely. Become familiar with it for your own safety. To fail
to do so may cause serious injury. Do not allow anyone to
operate your splitter who has not read this manual. Keep this
manual in a safe place for future and regular reference and for
ordering replacement parts.
2. Never use your splitter for any other purpose than splitting
wood. It is designed for this use and any other use may cause
an injury. Your log splitter is a precision piece of power equip
ment, not a toy. Therefore, exercise extreme caution at all
times.
3. Never allow children to operate your log splitter. Do not allow
adults to operate it without proper instruction. Only persons
well acquainted with these rules of safe operation should be
allowed to use your log splitter.
4. Only the operator is to be near your log splitter during use.
Keep all others, including pets and children, a minimum of 20
feet away from your work zone. Flying wood can be haz
ardous. If a helper is assisting in loading logs, never activate
the control until the helper is clear of the area. More accidents
occur when more than one person operates the log splitter
than at any other time.
5. No one should operate this unit while intoxicated or while tak
ing medication that impairs the senses or reactions. A clear
mind is essential for safety. Never allow a person who is tired
or otherwise not alert to use your splitter.
PREPARATION
1. Never wear loose clothing or jewelry that can be caught by
moving parts of your log splitter and pull you into it. Keep
clothing away from all moving parts of your log splitter.
2. Wear proper head gear to keep hair away from moving parts.
Always wear protective hearing devices as needed.
3. Always wear safety shoes. A dropped log can seriously injure
your foot.
4. Always wear safety glasses or goggles while operating your
splitter. A piece of splitting log could fly off and hit your eyes.
5. If you wear gloves, be sure they are tight fitting without loose
cuffs or draw strings.
6. Use your log splitter in daylight, or under good artificial light.
7. Never operate your splitter on slippery, wet, muddy or icy sur
faces. Safe footing is essential in preventing accidents. Never
operate your splitter while attached to a towing vehicle.
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DANGER
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8. Only operate your splitter on level ground and not on the side
of a hill. It could tip, or rolling logs or poor footing could cause
an accident. Operating the splitter on level ground also pre
vents the spillage of gasoline from the fuel tank.
9. Never attempt to move the log splitter over hilly or uneven ter
rain without a tow vehicle or adequate help.
10. Always block the wheels to prevent movement of log splitter
while in operation.
11. Check the fuel before starting the engine. Gasoline is an
extremely flammable fuel. Do not fill the gasoline tank indoors,
when the engine is running, or while the engine is still hot.
Replace gasoline cap securely and wipe off any spilled gasoline
before starting the engine as it may cause a tire or explosion.
12. Both ends of each log must be cut as square as possible to
help prevent the log from riding out of the splitter during oper
ation.
OPERATION
1. Stand behind the reservoir tank when operating. See illus
trations.
2. Know how to stop the unit and disengage the controls.
3. Never place hands or teet between log and splitting wedge or
between log and end plate during forward or reverse stroke. To
do so may result in crushed or amputated fingers or toes, or
worse, you may lose an arm or foot.
4. Do not straddle the splitter when using it. A slip in any position
could result in a serious injury.
5. Do not step over your log splitter when the engine is running.
You may trip or accidentally activate the splitting wedge it you
step over. If you need to get to the other side, walk around.
6. Never try to split two logs on top of each other. One may fly
out and injure you.
7. When loading the log splitter, place your hands on the side of
the log, not at the ends. Never attempt to load your splitter
while the splitting wedge is in motion. You may get caught by
the wedge and injured.
8. Only use your hand to operate the splitting wedge or control
lever. Never use your foot or a rope or any other extension
device. This could result in your inability to stop your splitter
quickly enough to avoid injury.
9. Always keep fingers away from any cracks that open in the log
during splitting operation. They can quickly close and pinch or
amputate your fingers.
10. Never attempt to split woods across the grain. Some types of
wood may burst or fly out of your splitter and result in injury to
you or a bystander.
11. For logs that are not cut square, the longest portion of the log
should be rotated down and the most square end placed
against the splitting wedge.
12. Keep your work area clean. Immediately remove split wood
around your splitter so that you do not stumble over it. Clean
chips and dirt off end plate (wood platform) after each log is
split, or whenever necessary to maintain flat contact between
wood and end plate (platform).
13. Never move the log splitter while the engine is running.
14. Never leave your log splitter unattended with the engine run-
ning. Shut off the engine if you are leaving your splitter, even
for a short period of time. Someone could accidentally activate
the splitting wedge and be injured.
15. Do not run engine in an enclosed area. Exhaust gases contain
carbon monoxide. This odorless gas can be deadly when
inhaled.
16. Be careful not to touch the muffler after the engine has been
running. It will be HOT!
17. If the equipment should start to vibrate abnormally, stop the
engine and check immediately for the cause, Vibration is gen
erally a warning of trouble.
18. When cleaning, repairing or inspecting, make certain all mov
ing parts have stopped. Disconnect the spark plug wire and
keep the wire away from the plug to prevent accidental start
ing.
3. Replace all damaged or worn parts such as hydraulic hoses
and fittings immediately with manufacturer approved replace
ment parts.
4. Do not change the engine governor settings or overspeed the
engine. This increases the hazard of personal injury. The maxi
mum engine speed is preset by the manufacturer and is within
safety limits.
5. Do not alter your splitter in any manner such as attaching a
rope or extension to the control lever or adding to the width or
height of the wedge. Such alterations may cause your splitter
to be unsafe.
6. Perform all recommended maintenance procedures before you
use your splitter.
7. Do not service or repair your log splitter without disconnecting
the spark plug wire and moving it away from the spark plug.
8. Never store the equipment with gasoline in the tank inside of a
building where ignition sources are present, such as hot water
and space heaters, clothes dryers and the like. Allow the
engine to cool before storing in any enclosure.
9. Always store gasoline in an approved, tightly sealed container.
Store the container in a cool, dry place. Do not store in a build
ing where ignition sources are present.
10. To reduce fire hazard, keep engine free of grass, leaves, wood
chips, and excessive grease and oil.
11. The hydraulic system of your log splitter requires careful
inspection, along with the mechanical parts. Be sure to replace
frayed, kinked, or otherwise damaged hydraulic components.
12. Fluid escaping from a very small hole can be almost invisible.
Do not check for leaks with your hand. Escaping fluid under
pressure can have sufficient force to penetrate skin, causing
serious personal injury. Leaks can be located by passing a
piece of cardboard or wood over the suspected leak and look
ing for discoloration.
13. Should it become necessary to loosen or remove any hydraulic
fitting or line, be sure to relieve all pressure by shutting off the
engine and moving the control handle back and forth several
times.
14. Do not remove the cap from the hydraulic tank or reservoir
while your log splitter is running. Hot oil under pressure could
cause injury.
15. The pressure relief valve on your splitter is preset at the facto
ry. Do not adjust the valve. Only a qualified service technician
should perform this adjustment.
16. Completely drain fuel tank prior to storage. This guards against
accumulation of fuel fumes which could result in a fire hazard.
17. Never store log splitter outside without a waterproof cover.
Rain wilt cause rust on the inside of the cylinder.
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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Do not operate your splitter in poor mechanical condition or
when in need of repair.
2. Periodically check that all nuts, bolts, screws, hose clamps and
hydraulic fittings are tight to be sure equipment is in safe
working condition. Where appropriate, check all safety guards
and shields to be sure they are in the proper position. Never
operate your splitter with safety guards, shields or other pro
tective features removed. These safety devices are for your
protection.
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TOWING
1. This unit should not be towed on any street, highway or public
road without checking the existing federal, local or state vehi
cle requirements. Any licensing or modifications such as taillights, etc., needed to comply with the existing federal, local or
state vehicle requirements is the sole responsibility of the pur
chaser.
2. Before towing, be certain the log splitter is correctly and
securely attached to the towing vehicle, and the safety chains
are in place. Leave slack in chains for turning allowance.
3. Do not allow anyone to sit or ride on your splitter. They can
easily fall off and be seriously injured.
CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of a Sears
Craftsman log splitter. It has been designed, engineered
and manufactured to give you the best possible dependabil
ity and performance.
Should you experience any problem you cannot easily rem
edy, please return the lawn mower to the nearest Sears
Service Center/Department in the United States. We have
competent, well-trained technicians and the proper toots to
service or repair this unit.
Please read and retain this manual. The instructions will
enable you to assemble and maintain your log splitter prop
erly. Always observe the “SAFETY RULES.”
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Horsepower:
Displacement:
Fuel Capacity:
Spark Plug {Gap .030 in.):
5.0
12.57 cu. in.
1 Gallon
(Unleaded)
Champion
J19LM (or
Equivalent)
MODEL
NUMBER 247.346250
SERIAL
NUMBER
DATE OF
PURCHASE
THE MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBERS WILL BE FOUND
ON A LABEL ATTACHED TO THE FRAME.
YOU SHOULD RECORD BOTH SERIAL NUMBER AND
DATE OF PURCHASE AND KEEP IN A SAFE PLACE
FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
• Read and observe the safety rules.
• Follow a regular schedule in maintaining, caring for
and using your log splitter.
• Follow the instructions under “Customer
Responsibilities" and “Storage” sections of this
Owner’s Manual.
Magnetron® Ignition Air Gap:
Tire Pressure
.0125 in.
12-15 p.s.i.
MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT
A Sears Maintenance Agreement is available on this
product. Contact your nearest Sears store for details.
WARNING: This unit is equipped with an internai combus
tion engine and should not be used on or near any
unimproved forest-covered, brush-covered or grass-covered
land unless the engine’s exhaust system is equipped with a
spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws (if any).
If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in
effective working order by the operator.
In the State of California the above is required by law
(Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code).
Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on
federal lands. A spark arrester for the muffler is available
through your nearest Sears Authorized Service Center.
(See the REPAIR PARTS section of this manual.)
ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN LOG SPLITTER
For one year from the date of purchase, when this Craftsman Log Splitter is maintained and lubricated accord
ing to the instructions in the owner’s manual, Sears will repair, free of charge, any defect in material and work
manship.
If this Craftsman log splitter is used for commercial purposes, this warranty applies for only 30 days from the
date of purchase.
This warranty does not cover:
• Expendable items which become worn during normal use, such as air cleaners and spark plugs.
• Repairs necessary because of operator abuse or negligence, including the failure to maintain the equipment
according to the instructions contained in the owner’s manual.
WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY RETURNING THE CRAFTSMAN LOG SPLITTER TO THE NEAR
EST SEARS SERVICE CENTER/DEPARTMENT IN THE UNITED STATES. THIS WARRANTY APPLIES
ONLY WHILE THIS PRODUCT IS IN USE IN THE UNITED STATES.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which may vary from state to
state.
SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., D/817WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
These accessories were available when the log splitter was purchased. They are also available at most Sears
retail outlets, catalog and service centers. Most Sears stores can order repair parts for you, when you provide the
model number of your log splitter.
Wedge, Beam and
Cylinder Assembly
Tongue
and Hitch
Assembly
Jack
Stand
Wheels and
Reservoir
Tank
Assembly
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FIGURE 1.
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT: This unit has been shipped without
gasoiine or oil in the engine. Be certain to service
engine with gasoline and oil before operating your
log splitter.
TOOLS REQUIRED FOR ASSEMBLY
(1) Knife
(1) Cutters
(2) 9/16" Wrenches*
(1) Screwdriver
(1) Pliers
‘Adjustable Wrenches may be used.
OTHER MATERIALS REQUIRED
Engine Oil (Provided in Carton)
Unleaded Gasoline
Approximately 7.6 Gallons of Dexron II Automatic
Transmission Fluid or 10W Non-Foaming Hydraulic
Fluid
UNPACKING
• Remove staples in top flaps of carton. Remove top
panel.
• Cut carton down along each corner. Lay carton
down flat. See figure 2.
Wedge, Beam and
Cylinder Assembly
• Cut and remove the bands holding the unit in
place.
NOTE: All hardware needed for assembly has been
placed in position on the various parts of the log
splitter.
Wheels and
Reservoir Tank
Assembly
FIGURE 2.
Tongue and Hitch
FIGURE 3.
Assembly
Tongue and Hitch
Assembly
Wheels and
Reservoir Tank
Assembly
-«-PARTS IN CARTON (See figure 2)
Wheels and Reservoir Tank Assembly
Wedge, Beam and Cylinder Assembly
Tongue and Hitch Assembly
Bottle of Engine Oil (Not Shown)
ASSEMBLING YOUR LOG SPLIHER
• Remove the hex nuts, lock washers and hex bolts
from the middle of the wheels and reservoir tank
assembly.
• Place the end of the tongue and hitch assembly in
between the brackets on the wheels and reservoir
tank assembly. Secure with hardware just
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removed. See figure 3.
• Roll the wheels and reservoir tank assembly off the
packing material.
• Rotate the wedge, beam and cylinder assembly
90'^ so the end plate (refer to figure 1) is off the
wooden pallet. Stand the wedge, beam and
cylinder assembly upright, with cylinder to the top.
WARNING: USE EXTREME CAUTION AS
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ASSEMBLY IS VERY HEAVY.
figure 6.
Return
Hose
• Turn the wedge, beam and cylinder assembly
around 180° degrees so the wheels and reservoir
tank assembly can be easily attached to it.
• Remove the cotter pin and the hinge pin, located
on top of the reservoir tank assembly. Move the
reservoir tank assembly in position against the
—beam. See figure 4. Line up holes by lifting hitch
end of assembly.
• Insert hinge pin just removed through welded
brackets on beam and reservoir tank assembly.
Secure with cotter pin, bending the ends of the pin
in opposite directions.
• Tilt the log splitter and roll off the packing materials.
• The jack stand is attached to the longue, and is in
the transport position. Remove the spring pin and
clevis pin. Pivot the jack stand to the operating
position (90°), and secure with the clevis pin and
spring pin. Refer to figure 1.
AHACHING THE HOSES
IMPORTANT: REMOVE ANY PLASTIC PROTEC
TIVE CAPS ON HOSE ENDS AND FITTINGS
BEFORE ATTACHING HOSES.
SUCTION HOSE
• The suction hose is attached to the reservoir tank,
— beneath the engine mounting bracket. See figure 5.
Cut off the securing strap. Loosen the hose clamp
on the free end of the hose using a screwdriver.
• Remove the protective cap from the fitting on the
bottom of the pump (some oil may flow from
pump). Attach the end of the suction hose to the
fitting on the bottom of the pump. Place the hose
clamp at the base of the fitting, and tighten
securely.
RETURN HOSE
NOTE: The return and pressure hoses are protected
by wire hose guards. It may be necessary to push
hose guards back to install hoses to the log splitter.
• The return hose is attached to the top of the control
valve. Loosen the hose clamp on the free end of the
hose using a screwdriver. Cut off the securing strap.
• Remove the protective cap from the fitting on top of
the filter head. Attach the end of the return hose to
the fitting on top of the filter head. See figure 6.
Place the hose clamp at the base of the fitting, and
tighten securely.
PRESSURE HOSE
• The pressure hose is attached to the top of the
pump. Route the hose as shown in figure 6. Secure
the pressure hose to the bottom of the control
valve, using an adjustable wrench.
FINAL ASSEMBLY
• Make certain all hose clamps are tightened securely.
The tires may have been over-inflated for shipping
purposes. Recommended pressure is between 12
and 15 p.s.i. Check tire pressure and reduce if
necessary.
OPERATION
KNOW YOUR LOG SPLIHER
READ THIS OWNER’S MANUAL AND SAFETY RULES BEFORE OPERATING YOUR LOG SPLITTER.
Compare the illustrations with your log splitter to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and
adjustments. Save this manual for future reference.
Fuel Spark Plug,
Shut-Off Wire and Boot
Valve (Under Cover)
Control
Handle
Choke
Lever
II Fill
Dipstick
Throttle
Control
Starter
Handle
FIGURE 7.
Splitting
Wedge
End Plate
MEETS ANSI SAFETY REQUIREMENTS
Sears log splitters conform to the safety standard B71.7-1985 of the American National Standards Institute.
OPERATING CONTROLS (See figure 7)
LOCKING RODS—Located on the tongue and
reservoir tank assemblies. They are used to secure
the beam in the horizontal or vertical position.
CHOKE LEVER—Used to enrich the fuel mixture in
the carburetor when starting a cold engine.
STARTER HANDLE—Used to manually start the
engine.
ENGINE SHUT-OFF SWITCH—Used to stop the
engine.
FUEL SHUT-OFF VALVE—Used to stop the flow of
fuel into the carburetor.
THROTTLE CONTROL—Permits selection of fast or
slow engine speed.
WARNING: NEVER STAND NEXT TO THE
SPLITTING WEDGE WHEN OPERATING
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THE LOG SPLITTER. ALWAYS STAND
BEHIND THE RESERVOIR TANK.
ngine
Shut-Off
Switch
BEFORE USING YOUR LOG SPUTTER, AGAIN REFER TO THE
OF THIS MANUAL. ALWAYS BE CAREFUL.
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 or eye
shields before starting power tool operation or while performing any adjustments or
repairs. We recommend Wide Vision Safety Mask for over spectacles or standard
safety glasses available at Sears Retail or Catalog Stores.
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‘SAFETY RULES” AS SHOWN ON PAGE 2
TO STOP ENGINE
• Move throttle control lever to SLOW position.
• Move engine shut-otf switch to OFF position. See
figure 7.
• Disconnect spark plug wire and move away from
spark plug to prevent accidental starting while
equipment is unattended.
• Close fuel shut-off valve when equipment is not in
use to prevent fuel leakage.
HOW TO USE YOUR LOG SPLIHER
RAISING AND LOWERING BEAM
• Place log splitter on a firm, level surface. To raise
the beam for vertical operation, pull the locking rod
on the tongue out and pivot it down to release the
beam. Place the beam in the vertical position.
Secure it with the locking rod on the reservoir tank
assembly. See figure 7.
• To lower the beam, pull out on the locking rod and
pivot it down to release the beam. Carefully pull
back on beam and lower it to the horizontal posi
tion. Pull the locking rod on the tongue out, pivot it
up and release it to hold the beam. Make certain it
is latched securely.
USING THE CONTROL HANDLE
The control handle has three positions:
FORWARD—Push the control handle down for verti
cal operation, push it forward for horizontal opera
tion—Splitting wedge moves toward the end plate.
Control handle will return to neutral position as
soon as handle is released.
NEUTRAL (Middle position)—Splitting wedge stops in
place.
REVERSE—Push the control handle upward for verti
cal operation, push it toward the rear for horizontal
operation—Splitting wedge returns. The control
handle will lock in the reverse position, and will
return to neutral automatically when the reverse
SPLITTING WOOD
Use the log splitter only on a level, hard surface.
Never stand next to the splitting wedge when
operating the log splitter. Always stand behind the
reservoir tank. See figures 8 and 9. Never attempt to
cut a log in half sideways. Always split the log length
wise. Maximum length of log to be split is 24".
WARNING: ALWAYS USE THE LOG
SPLITTER IN THE VERTICAL POSITION
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Set throttle at maximum speed (3450-3600 RPM).
cal operation, and on top of beam for horizontal
operation.
control handle.
9) and push the control handle in forward position
ONLY WHEN SPLITTING HEAVY LOGS.
Place the log upright, on top of end plate for verti
Push the control handle to forward position until the
splitting wedge just contacts the log. Release the
Step behind the reservoir tank (see figures 8 or
until the log is split.
Move the control handle to reverse position to
return the splitting wedge.
Control,
Splitting
Wedge
Reservoir Tank
FIGURE 9.—Horizontal Operation
WARNING: IF THE FLUID BECOMES
EXCESSIVELY HOT AT ANY TIME DUR
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TRANSPORTING LOG SPLITTER
• Lower the beam to its horizontal position. Make
ING OPERATION, STOP THE UNIT AND
ALLOW THE FLUID TO COOL DOWN.
MAXIMUM PERFORMANCE WILL NOT BE
OBTAINED FROM THE LOG SPLITTER IF
THE FLUID IS TOO HOT. USE EXTREME
CAUTION AS CONTACTING SURFACES
CONTAINING HOT FLUID COULD
RESULT IN SERIOUS PERSONAL
INJURY.
certain the beam is latched securely with the lock
ing rod.
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