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4.Connect the electric cord from the wood splitter to a standard electrical, 110-120VAC, grounded power source fused at 15 AMPS. If using an extension cord, it must be 12AWG and less than 33 feet long with a rating of 15 AMPS. Route the cord from the wood splitter to the power source in such a way that safeguards against damaging the cord during the wood splitting session. Be sure to avoid wet conditions.

5.Turn ON the Motor, then cycle the Ram several times using the Operating Handle. After cycling, if the Ram does not travel to within 5" of the wedge, proceed to steps 6 through 8.

6.Check the hydraulic fluid level by tipping the machine up on the Wheels and Rear Handle. Clean the area around the Hydraulic Fluid Fill/Drain Port (Figure 10) and then, using the 6mm Hex Wrench provided, unscrew the Dipstick located in the Hydraulic Fluid Fill/Drain Port.

7.Clean the Dipstick and check the level (do not screw the Dipstick down when checking); it should be between the two marks on the Dipstick. If the fluid is too high, simply pour out a little at a time into a suitable container by tilting the wood splitter. If the fluid is too low, add an AW32 hydraulic fluid, a little at a time until the level falls between the two marks on the dipstick.

8.Clean the Dipstick and the O-ring seal thoroughly and reinstall being careful not to damage the threads of the aluminum Hydraulic Fluid Cylinder End Cover.

Tip: In cold weather, cycle the Ram to warm-up the hydraulic fluid. This will provide full power from your

DR 6 -TON ELECTRIC WOOD SPLITTER.

Dipstick and Hydraulic Fluid Port

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Contents Page Meigs Road Vergennes, VT Toll-free phone 1-800-DR-OWNER Fax Table of Contents Iv DR WDS 6.4, 6 -TON Electric Wood Splitter Introducing the DR 6 -TON Electric Wood Splitter Conventions used in this manualSpecifications for the DR 6 -TON Electric Wood Splitter 12,000 lbfGeneral Safety Rules LabelsProtecting Yourself and Those Around You Operating the Wood Splitter SafelySafety for Children Safety with Electric-Powered Machines Hydraulic Safety Additional Information and Potential Changes DR-OWNER DR 6 -TON Electric Wood Splitter Controls and Features Controls LabelTools and Parts Supplied Additional Tool RequiredFlat surface facing forward Tools Needed Operating Your DR 6 -TON Electric Wood SplitterBefore Starting the Electric Motor Inspect the area in which you will be workingDipstick and Hydraulic Fluid Port Splitting Safety Handle Logs only from the SIDES, Never by the EndsOperating the DR 6 -TON Electric Wood Splitter How to Free a Jammed Log from the Wedge Activate the Ram to push the Wedge underDR WDS 6.4, 6 -TON Electric Wood Splitter Regular Maintenance Checklist before each use Maintaining the DR 6 -TON Electric Wood SplitterBefore each season Adjusting the Hydraulic Fluid Level Sharpening the WedgeTool Needed Electrical Connections End of Season and StorageDR WDS 6.4, 6 -TON Electric Wood Splitter Troubleshooting Troubleshooting TableHydraulic fluid leaking from the Ram or other external parts Parts LISTS, Schematic Diagrams and Warranty Parts List DR 6 -TON Electric Wood Splitter220361 Wheel Kit Part# Description 107 215451215501 Fan Kit 220381 Carry Handle KitSchematic DR 6 -TON Electric Wood Splitter Optional Accessories TrayDR 6 -TON Electric Wood Splitter Daily Checklist for the DR 6 -TON Electric Wood Splitter
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