Sears 247.7764 Log Splitter User Manual


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SERVICE & ADJUSTMENTS
WARNING
Donotatanytimemakeanyadjustmentswithoutfirststopping
the engine, disconnecting spark plug wire and grounding it against
the engine. Always wear safety glasses during operation or while
performinganyadjustmentsorrepairs.
WEDGE ASSEMBLY ADJUSTMENT
Asnormalwearoccursandthereisexcessive“play”betweenthe
wedgeandbeam,adjusttheboltsonthesideofthewedgeassembly
toeliminateexcessspacebetweenthewedgeandthebeam.
1. Loosenthejamnutsonthetwoadjustmentboltsonthesideofthe
wedge. See Figure 5-1.
2. Turntheadjustmentboltsinuntilsnugandthenbackthemoff
slowly(approximately1.5turns)untilthewedgeassemblywillslide
on the beam.
3. Re-tightenthejamnutssecurelyagainstthesideofthewedgeto
securetheadjustmentboltsinthisposition.
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.
See Figure 5-1.
2. Turn or replace the gibs.
3. Reassemble the back plate and secure with the lock nuts.
4. Readjusttheboltsonthesideofthewedgeassembly.
HOSE CLAMPS
• Beforeeachusechecktoseeifthehoseclampsonthesuction
hose (attached to the side of the pump) are tight. Check the hose
clamps on the return hose at least once a season.
Figure 5-1
Adjustment
Bolt
Jam Nut
Lock Nut
Gib
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