Craftsman 24BF570F299 Operation Manual - Page 13

OPERATION 2. Stand behind the reservoir tank to operate the control handle and to stabilize the log. See Figure 14. 5. Attach the coupler hitch to a class I or higher 2" ball on a towing vehicle. Latch securely. a. If the coupler hitch does not fit on the ball: Turn the adjustment nut located under the coupler hitch one turn counter-clockwise. b. If the coupler hitch is too loose on the ball: Turn the adjustment nut located under the coupler hitch one turn clockwise. 6. Connect the safety chains to the towing vehicle. 7. Plug in the tail lights, if so equipped, to the tail light connector on the tow vehicle. WARNING Do not tow faster than 45 mph and check local, state, and federal requirements before towing on any public road. Figure 14 Transporting the Log Splitter 1. Lower the beam to its horizontal position. Make certain the beam is locked securely with the horizontal beam lock. 2. Remove spring clip and clevis pin from jack stand. 3. Support the tongue and pivot the jack stand up against the tongue. See Figure 15. Coupler Hitch Spring Clip Adjustment Nut Clevis Pin Jack Stand Figure 15 4. Secure the jack with the spring clip and clevis pin previously removed. See Figure 15. NOTE: Use caution when backing up. Using a spotter outside of the vehicle is recommended. Operating Tips Always: 1. Use clean fluid and check the fluid level regularly. 2. Use an approved hydraulic fluid. Approved fluids include Shell Tellus® 32 Hydraulic Fluid, Dexron® III / Mercon® automatic transmission fluid, Pro-Select™ AW-32 Hydraulic Oil or 10WAWISO viscosity grade 32 hydraulic oil. NOTE: It is not recommended that hydraulic fluids be mixed. 3. Always ensure that the filter is in place. Clean or replace the filter regularly. 4. This unit comes with a breather cap on the fluid reservoir. Do not use any other type of reservoir cap. 5. Make sure the pump is mounted and aligned properly. 6. This unit comes with a flexible "spider" type coupling between the engine and pump drive shafts. Do not use any other type of coupling. 7. Keep the hoses clear and unblocked. 8. Bleed the air out of the hoses before operating. 9. Flush and clean the hydraulic system before restarting after servicing. 10. Use "pipe dope" on all hydraulic fittings. 11. Allow time for the engine to warm-up before splitting wood. 12. Prime the pump before the initial start-up by turning over the engine with spark plug disconnected. 13. Split the wood along the grain (lengthwise) only. Never: 1. Use when fluid is below 20° F or above 150° F. 2. Use a solid engine /pump coupling. 3. Operate through relief valve for more than 5 seconds. If the wedge stops moving or reaches the end of its stroke, release the control valve or REVERSE it within 5 seconds to avoid putting stress on the hydraulic system and engine. 4. Attempt to adjust unloading or relief valve settings. 5. Operate with air in the hydraulic system. 6. Use teflon tape on the hydraulic fittings. 7. Attempt to cut wood across the grain. 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. 13