Craftsman 247.774500 Operator's Manual page 8

GasAndOilFill-up
Oil
Only use high quality detergent oil rated with API
service classification SF, SG, or SH. Select the oil's
SAE viscosity grade according to the expected
operating temperature. Follow the chart below.
Colder _-" 32°F ,._ Warmel
5W30
SAE 30
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Oil Viscosity Chart
NOTE: Although multi-viscosity oils (5W30, 10W30,
etc.) improve starting in cold weather, they will result
in increased oil consumption when used above 32°F.
Check your engine oil level more frequently to avoid
possible engine damage from running low on oil.
• Remove oil fill dipstick.
• With the log splitter on level ground, use a funnel
to fill engine with oil to FULL mark on dipstick.
Capacity is approximately 27 oz. Be careful not
to overfill. Overfilling will cause the engine to
smoke profusely and will result in poor engine
performance.
• Check the oil level making certain not to rub the
dipstick along the inside walls of the oil fill tube.
This would result in a false dipstick reading. Refill
to FULL mark on dipstick, if necessary. Replace
dipstick and tighten.
• Check oil level three times prior to starting engine
to be certain you've gotten an accurate dipstick
reading. Running the engine with too little oil can
result in permanent engine damage.
Gasoline
• Remove fuel cap from the fuel tank.
• Make sure the container from which you will pour
the gasoline is clean and free from rust or foreign
particles. Never use gasoline that may be stale
from long periods of storage in its container.
Gasoline that has been sitting for any period
longer than four weeks should be considered
stale.
• Fill fuel tank with about 1.5 quarts of clean, fresh,
lead-free grade automotive gasoline. DO NOT
use Ethly or high octane gasoline.
NOTE: Gasoline can be added to the engine when
the log splitter is in either the horizontal or vertical
position; however, there are less obstructions when
the unit is in the vertical position.
NOTE: Do not use gasoline containing methanol.
Gasoline containing up to about 10% ethanol or up to
15% methyl tertiary butyl ether (MTBE) may be used,
but will require special care when engine is left
unused for extended period.
Replace fuel cap.
To avoid engine problems, the fuel system should
be emptied before storage for 30 days or longer.
Drain the gas tank, start the engine and let it run
until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty. Use
fresh fuel next season. See STORAGE section
for additional information.
WARNING: Use extreme care when
handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely
flammable and the vapors are explosive.
Never fuel machine indoors or while the
engine is hot or running.
ToStopEngine
• Move throttle control lever to STOP or OFF
position.
• Disconnect spark plug wire and ground it to the
post to prevent accidental starting while the
equipment is unattended.
Starting Engine
• Attach spark plug wire to spark plug. Make certain
the metal cap on the end of the spark plug is
fastened securely over the metal tip on the spark
plug.
• The throttle control lever is located on the engine.
Move engine throttle control lever to FAST or
START position.
• Push the primer three times, waiting about two or
three seconds between each push. In cold
weather with temperatures below 55° prime
engine five times.
• Grasp starter handle and pull rope out slowly until
engine reaches start of compression cycle (rope
will pull slightly harder at this point).
• Pull rope with a rapid, continuous, full arm stroke.
Keep a firm grip on starter handle. Let rope
rewind slowly.
• Repeat the previous steps until engine fires.
• If weather is cold, run wedge up or down beam 6
to 8 times to circulate the hydraulic fluid.
WARNING: When starting a warm
engine, the muffler and surrounding
areas are hot and can cause a burn.
Always:
• Use clean fluid and check fluid level regularly.
• Use Dexron III Automatic Transmission Fluid or
10W AW hydraulic fluid.
• Use a filter (clean or replace regularly)
• Use a breather cap on fluid reservoir.
• Make certain pump is mounted and aligned
properly.