Bolens 248-604A Owner's Manual
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1. 6867 New Hampshire Ave 20012 MASSACHUSETTS SPRINGFIELD Morton B Collins Co 300 Birnie Ave 01107 MICHIGAN MOUNT CLEMENS Power Equipment Dist 36463 South Gratiot 48043 LANSING Lorenz Service Co 2500 S Pennsylvania 48900 MINNESOTA MINNETONKA Hance Distributing Inc 11212 Wayzata Blvd 55343 MISSISSIPPI BILOXI Biloxi Sales amp Service Inc 506 Caillavet St 39533 MISSOURI KANSAS CITY Automotive Equip Service 3117 Holmes St 64109 ST LOUIS Henzler Inc 0 2015 Lemay Ferry Rd 63125 NEW JERSEY BELLMAWR Lawnmower Parts Inc 717 Creek Rd P O Box 7 08030 CLAIMS AGAINST THE MANUFACTURER S WARRANTY INCLUDES 1 Replacement of Missing Parts on new equipment 2 Replacement of Defective Pasts within the warranty period 3 Repair of Defects within the warranty period MTD PRODUCTS INC e WARRANTY PARTS AND SERVICE POLICY The purpose of warranty is to protect the customer from defects in wor manufacture It does not provide for the unlimited and unrestricted r customer The manufacturer cannot assume responsibility for conditi the manufacturer s responsibility if it s the customer s fault it s the 5389 WEST 130th STREET e Briggs amp Stratton or Tecumseh Lauson NEW YORK CARTHAGE Gamble Dist inc West End Ave 13619 NO2. A N 12 PARTS LIST FOR LOG SPLITTER MODEL 248 640A n Color are 736 0119 714 0114 Lg Sq Key 1 4 x 2 00 Lg L Wash 5 16 Ser Hex Scr 3 8 24 717 0374 Flexible Coupling Comp Lg 710 0237 Hex Scr 5 16 24x 62 Lg Cam Plate 727 0203 High Pressure Hose Ass y Inlet Nipple 737 0154 Cylinder Nipple 75 Dia 738 0258 Shoulder Scr 3 8 16 Thd x 4 50 Lg 749 0251 Engagement Handle 2 732 0342 Spring Clamp 08118 Grip 3 710 0376 Hex Scr 5 16 18 x 1 00 Lg 737 0152 High Pressure Eibow 4 736 0119 L Wash 5 16 Scr 717 0363 Pump Complete 5 13304 Cylinder Ass y 710 0528 Hex Scr 5 16 18 x 1 25 Lg 6 13310 Cylinder Holding Plate 726 0173 Hose Clamp 7 736 0119 L Wash 5 16 Scr 727 0205 Inlet Hose 8 710 0528 Hex Scr 5 16 18x1 25 Lg 727 0204 Return Hose 9 732 0341 Cylinder Return Spring 710 0494 Sq Hd Set Scr 5 16 18 x 10 721 0159 O Ring 38 Lg a 11 721 0164 Teflon Backup Ring N 711 0169 Collar 12 13302 Push Cylinder Ass y 734 0584 Wheel Ass y Comp 13 13314 Spring Hook Ass y 736 0237 FI Wash 656 D x1 00 O D 14 13305 I Beam Ass y Comp 13276 Tank Ass y Comp 15 13312 Return Collar Ass y 13280 Strainer Tube Ass y 16 710 0494 Sq Hd Set Scr 5 16 18 x 751 0224 Breather Cap 38 Lg 736 01
3. 1 2 turns counter clockwise 5 Start engine Follow starting instructions page 5 6 With throttle open carburetory control at RUN or FAST position adjust power adjusting needle one eighth 1 8 turn at a time forward to back ward until engine runs smoothly If engine tends to stall under load enrich mixture slightly counterclockwise 7 Hold throttle lever closed or move carburetor control to IDLE or SLOW position and adjust idle adjusting needle until engine runs smoothly proceeding in step six 6 above 8 Allow several seconds between each adjustment when performing either step six 6 or seven 7 to allow engine to react to new setting FIGURE 19 VALVE ADJUSTMENT The Cam Plate needs adjusting when 1 The ram does not make a complete cycle in less than 30 seconds 2 The ram returns slowly 3 The Power Stroke is too slow Engine must be running at full speed 10 To adjust loosen the two nuts and bolts holding the Cam Plate to the Valve raise it up and tighten the nuts and bolts Test the operation of the Log Splitter It should cycle in less than 30 seconds See figure 20 To verify the proper adjustment check the travel distance of the spool from the cast iron housing FIGURE 20 See figures 21 and 22 SPOOL Shown in the Forward Position FIGURE 21 PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE LOCKNUT DEA rosirion Reverse FIGURE 23 Neutral Forward STO RAGE INS
4. 19 L Wash 5 16 Scr 17 13291 Engagement Lever Ass y 712 0267 Hex Nut 5 16 18 Thd 18 737 0153 Return Elbow 13295 Coupling Support Brkt Ass y AN 19 717 0364 Valve 736 0119 L Wash 5 16 Scr 711 0660 Clevis Pin Hex Scr 5 16 18x1 25 Lg 736 0142 FI Wash 281 I D x 50 0 D 49 Engine 714 0507 Cotter Pin 3 32 Dia x 75 Hex Nut 3 8 24 Thd L Wash 3 8 Scr Reducing Bushing x 2 25 For faster service obtain standard nuts boits and washers locatly If these items cannot be obtained locaily order by part Find It Fast in The Yellow Pages tm Ce number and size as shown on parts list The engine is not under warranty by the log splitter manufacturer If repairs or service is needed on the engine please contact your nearest authorized engine service outlet Check the Yellow Pages of your telephone book under Engines Gasoline 13 POWER EQUIPMENT PARTS AND SERVICE Parts and service for all MTD manufactured power equip ment are available through the authorized service firms listed below All orders should specify the madel number of your unit parts number description of parts and the PARTS INFORMATION BRIGGS amp STRATTON TECUMSEH AND PEERLESS PART AND SERVICE Briggs 8 Stratton Tecumseh and Peerless parts ana service should be handled by your nearest authorized engine service firm Check the yellow pages of your telephone directory under th
5. FIFTY CENTS OWNER S MANUAL ASSEMBLY Model No OPERATION 248 640A MAINTENANCE jwe KIT fl gallons sord S PARTS LIST Important a Read Safety Rules and Instructions Carefully LOG SPLITTER Pes PRINTED IN U S A FORM No 770 7465 Ahhh Ahaha aaa LIMITED WARRANTY For one year from the date of original retail purchase MTD PRODUCTS INC will either repair of replace at its option free of charge F O B factory or authorized service firm any part or parts found to be defective in material or workmanship Transportation charges under this warranty must be paid by the purchaser unless return is requested by MTD PRODUCTS INC This warranty will not apply to any part which has becomes inoperative due to misuse excessive use accident neglect improper maintenance alterations or unless the unit has been operated and maintained in accordance with the instructions furnished This warranty does not apply to the engine motor battery battery charger or component parts thereof Please refer to the applicable manufacturer s warranty on these items This warranty will not apply where the unit has been used commercially Warranty service is available through your local authorized service dealer or distributor If you do not know the dealer or distributor in your area please write to the Customer Service Department of MTD This warranty gives you specific legal rights You may also have other rights whic
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7. TRUCTIONS FIGURE 22 In event engine is to be stored for any length of l time 30 days or more prepare as follows Pressure Relief Valve Setting a dis fi 1 Drain gasoline by tipping or by syphon hose If the pressure relief valve is set too low it will open up Ue pee Mes on e is used and tank before enough pressure is built up to properly operate the ram See figure 23 To set the Pressure Relief Valve Kom 1 Remove the acorn nut on the Relief Valve Drain into container outdoors away 2 Loosen the locknut i from fire or flame 3 Have someone place a log crossways in the Splitter and allow the Ram to push against it with the engine running wide open te 2 Drain carburetor by running engine until it stops 4 If the engine begins to lug down the Relief Valve setting is correct 3 Inside protecting of engine for storage is per formed by removing spark plug and pouring one 5 If adjustment is necessary tighten the screw until ounce of SAE 30 oil through spark plug hole i into cylinder Crank engine without starting the engine begins to lug down J l several times to spread oil over cylinder walls we Shut off the engine tighten the locknut and replace the acorn nut 4 Never store outside without a waterproof cover 11 4 z 248 640A A 19 49 A e Wat X PERN Kai LAY 7 7 E wt mou En Shee a Cigoj LVL jis Din kETWAN FOU
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9. e oi first two 2 hours of operation and eck oil level every five 5 operating hours or z ch time equipment is used Change oil every twenty five 25 operating hours 2 Remove high tension wire from spark plug to or sooner if equipment is operated in extremely prevent accidental starting by children while dusty or dirty conditions 5 equipment is unattended TO STOP ENGINE 1 gorg control lever to STOP position See figure USING YOUR LOG SPLITTER Your log splitter is designed for safe efficient operation CARE OF COURSE MUST BE EXER CISED THAT HANDS ARE KEPT AWAY FROM MOVING PARTS l A Set throttle at maximum speed B Engagement handle has three positions Forward moves ram toward wedge Neutral ram stops in place Reverse ram returns See figure 8 tk a CT n NT FIGURE 6 FORWARD FIGURE 8 C Maximum length that can be split is 23 D Place log on beam and hold in place with right hand See figure 9 fe FIGURE 7 pap NOTE After engine has been serviced finish filling oil reservoir Start engine and operate engagement handle so the ram me E A CAUTION This is to purge the hydraulic system of air Continued operation will cause permanent damage to pump and cyl inder Stop engine and finish filling reservoir tank It will take about 3 e quarts of oil See figure 4 6 FIGURE 9 kk E Slowly move engagement handle forward until
10. gine Unscrew oil drain plug located on side at bottom of engine See figure 17 ED nore Always tip engine towards oi drain hole Be sure oil drains completely Replace oil drain plug and refill with oil as directed on page 5 or engine nameplate 2 Check oil every five 5 operating hours or each time equipment is used 3 Cleaning engine This is an aircooled engine which operates most efficiently when the cooling fins are clean Clean cylinder fins and underside of tank or housing thoroughly of all accumulated grass and debris 4 Air Cleaner See figure 18 a Paper Type Element Remove every 10 hours or oftener if under dusty conditions Tap to remove loose dirt and or blow from inside out with low pressure air Replace if torn or perforated or when plugged to maintain proper carburetor setting 50 hours DO NOT WASH IN ANY LIQUID AND DO NOT OIL Paper Element Element Body S attaching Screw FIGURE 18 CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENTS See figure 19 Do not make unnecessary adjustment Factory settings are correct for most application If adjustments are needed proceed as follows 1 Close power adjusting needle figure 19 by turning to right clockwise Close finger tight only Forcing will cause damage 2 Open one turn counterclockwise 3 Close idle adjusting needle figure 19 by turning to right clockwise Close finger tight only Forcing will cause damage 4 Open one and one half 1
11. h vary from state to state 299999000 0000000000000000000040000000000000 abbbabbabadbabdbabbbbobb bb bb db rhabb aha NAM AL DAADAAAADAAAAAAAAAAAAADAAAAAAAAAAAAALAAAALALILII EES EES LS WARNING TO PURCHASERS OF INTERNAL COMBUSTION ENGINE EQUIPPED MACHINERY OR DEVICES IN THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA The equipment which you have just purchased does not have a spark arrester If this equipment is used on any forest covered land brush covered land or grass covered unimproved land in the State of California before using on such land the California law requires that a spark arrester be provided In addition spark arrester is required by law to be in effective working order The spark arrester must be attached to the exhaust system and comply with Section 442 of the California Public Resources Code m IMPORTANT It is suggested that this manual be read in its entirety before attempting to assemble or operate Keep MN this manual in a safe place for future reference and for ordering replacement parts This unit is shipped WITHOUT GASOLINE or OIL After assembly see operating section of this manual for proper fuel and amount Your log splitter is a precision piece of power equipment not a plaything Therefore exercise extreme caution at all times SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES FOR LOG SPLITTERS TRAINING 1 Know the controls and how to stop quickly READ THE OWNER S MANUAL 2 Do not allow children to operate Do not allow adult
12. ne is run in garage exhaust fumes are dangerous Do not run engine indoors 6 Always operate the log splitter from the engine side of the beam Stand behind the ram when operating See drawings 7 Be careful not to touch the muffler after the engine has been running it is HOT MAINTENANCE and STORAGE 1 Keep all nuts bolts screws hose clamps and hydraulic fittings tight to be sure equipment is in safe working condition 2 Never store the equipment with gasoline in the tank inside of a building where fumes may reach an open flame of spark Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure 3 To reduce fire hazard keep engine free of grass leaves wood chips excessive grease and oil 4 Do not change the engine governor settings or overspeed the engine Excessive engine speeds are dangerous 5 Never store outside without a waterproof cover Rain will cause rust on the inside of the cylinder 4 Th t handle i ti bled pivot ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS e a a A A pie shoulder bolt C See figure 3 1 Remove the log splitter parts pack all literature l m pr from the crate before discarding crate n 2 Block up rear end of log splitter so that the rear wheels may be assembled 3 Place flat washers A on axle then wheels and secure with collars and set screws B See figures 1 and 2 s FIGURE 1 FIGURE 3 5 Tighten both shoulde
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14. r bolts securely OPERATION 1 Service engine with gas and oil See engine manual packed with log splitter for complete instructions for the care and maintenance of engine READ DIRECTIONS CAREFULLY A CAUTION You must not operate log splitter without proper amount of oil in reservoir tank AXLE COLLAR amp SET SCRE 2 Remove the breather cap from reservoir tank FIGURE 2 4 See figure 4 i NOTE Carburetors are preset at the factory DO NOT attempt to make adjustments at this time See carburetor instructions outlined under CAR BURETOR ADJUSTMENT FIGURE 4 i The hydraulic system take 4 1 2 gallons of 10W 30 HD only detergent oil Fill the reservoir tank to the bottom of the fill tube EE vote You can not get all the oil in the system until after the engine is run Replace the breather cap FIGURE 5 TO START ENGINE BEFORE STARTING 1 Place control lever on engine in run position During initial break i iod oil level should b sedans uring initial break in period oil level shou e a watched closely See ENGINE MAINTENANCE 2 fore OKE ores a E ipo low See Use MS classification oil Do not use oils marked oe 3 Rewind starter use quick full arm stroke Keep only MM or ML or unmarked firm grip on handle and return rope slowly Above 32 use SAE 30 below 32 use SAE 10W These recommendations must be followed for best performance and long life _aaliGhang
15. ram rests against log Release engagement handle Neutral F Remove your hand from the log and step behind the ram See figure 10 eS ga ee eee FIGURE 10 e G Move engagement handle forward until log is split p NOTE anm If you attempt to run the ram beyond k its normal stroke it will automatically return the men ndl to neutral H Move the engagement handle to the rear to return ram Nitti titi ty te te ad t DANGER oooscoseoevse Never attempt to cut a log in half with the log splitter See figure 11 Never stand next to the ram when operating See figure 12 Always stand behind the ram FIGURE 11 FIGURE 12 MAINTENANCE CAUTION f the ram takes more than 30 seconds to complete a full cycle the cam plate needs to be adjusted See page 10 Da a a a a a WARNING aa a a a Always stop engine and disconnect spark plug wire before doing any maintenance RAM OPERATION If the ram does not move smoothly run the ram its Tull stroke several times to clear out air in the system If this does not correct the problem see strainer tube 7 assembly paragraph Page 8 RETURN COLLAR Adjust the return collar so it is 2 inches from the FIGURE 15 OIL RESERVOIR It is important to keep the oil clean in the reservoir tank Replace wi
16. s to operate it without proper instruction Only persons well acquainted with these rules of safe operation should be allowed to use your log splitter PREPARATION 1 Do not wear loose fitting clothing that could get caught on the moving parts sm2 Do not operate equipment when barefoot or wear ing open sandles Always wear substantial foot wear 3 Check the fule before starting the engine Do not fill the gasoline tank indoors when the engine is running or while the engine is still hot Wipe off any spilled gasoline before starting the engine 4 Use only in daylight or in good artifical light 5 Never operate the equipment in the rain Always be sure of your footing OPERATION 1 Do not change the engine governor settings or overspeed the engine Excessive engine speeds are dangerous 2 Do not put hands or feet near rotating or moving parts 3 If the equipment should start to vibrate abnor mally stop the engine and check immediately for the cause Vibration is generally a warning of trouble 4 When cleaning repairing or inspecting make certain all moving parts have stopped Disconnect the spark plug wire and keep the wire away from the plug to prevent accidental starting Handle gasoline with care it is highly flammable A Use approved gasoline container B Never remove cap or add gasoline to a running or hot engine or fill guel tank indoors Wipe up spilled gasoline C Open doors if engi
17. th 4 1 2_gallons of 10W 30 HD only detergent oil if contaminated e g water in tank FIGURE 13 BREATHER CAP l Clean breather cap when dirty See figure 4 A Wash breather in detergent and water HOSE CLAMPS Check the hose clamps on the bottom of the pump B Air dry for proper tightness before each use See figure 14 C Lubricate with one tablespoon of 10W 30 oil Hose clamps on the return hose should be checked STRAINER TUBE ASSEMBLY m once a season See figure 15 If the ram does not move back and forth smoothly the strainer tube assembly may be clogged To clean follow these steps A Remove your engine bolts and lockwashers See figure 16 STRAINER BE ASS Y FIGURE 16 B Loosen hose clamps either one on the bottom of the pump C Lift engine and pump assembly and rotate to one side See figure 16 D With a wrench remove strainer tube assembly FIGURE 14 8 See figure 16 gt poa R E Clean and reassemble using a hydraulic sealant on the threads _ ENGINE MAINTENANCE To obtain long life and trouble free service from your engine certain normal maintenance must be performed as outlined below 1 Change oil in crankcase after first two 2 hours of operation Then follow instructions outlined on page 5 FIGURE 17 A CAUTION Disconnect high tension wire at spark plug to prevent accidental starting of en
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