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Operating the DR 6 -TON ELECTRIC WOOD SPLITTER

NOTE 1: The hydraulic control is a single handle valve called the Operating Handle. With the Electric Motor Control Switch is ON, the ram travels forward when you push the Operating Handle forward. The cylinder will retract when you release the Operating Handle.

NOTE 2: Before starting the splitting operation, the log Ram should be cycled 3 to 4 times back and forth (with the Air Bleed Screw open). This will remove any air that may have mixed into the hydraulic fluid from shipping and handling. See Step 3 on page 13 for the Air Bleed Screw Operation.

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.

1.With a log properly loaded, and with the Air Bleed Screw open, turn ON the Electric Motor and wait a few seconds as the motor creates pressure in the hydraulic pump.

NOTE: If the Electric Motor does not start, try pushing in the Reset Button (Figure 1 on page 10).

2.Push the Operating Handle forward. The Ram will now compress the log against the wedge, splitting the log.

NOTE: The design of the DR 6 -TON ELECTRIC WOOD SPLITTER is to run at two (2) different speeds. When you push the Operating Handle fully forward, the Ram will run at a slower speed but have more power. When you push the Operating Handle half way, the Ram will run at a faster speed, but the machine will have less splitting power. We recommend running the Ram at the higher speed until it engages the log. You should then push the Operator Handle fully forward and run the Ram at the slower speed to split the log; this will deliver the most power.

3.Keep holding the Operating Handle forward until the split pieces of the log fall away or the Ram has reached the end of its stroke. When you have finished splitting a log, release the Operator Handle. The Ram will retract to its start position.

MAKE SURE NOTHING WILL INTERFERE WITH THE RAM WHILE IT RETRACTS.

IF THE LOG DOES NOT SPLIT IMMEDIATELY, DO NOT CONTINUE THE FORWARD THRUST OF THE RAM FOR MORE THAN 5 SECONDS. THIS CAN DAMAGE THE SPLITTER. AFTER THE RAM HAS RETRACTED, TRY REPOSITIONING THE LOG ON THE SPLITTER OR SET THE LOG ASIDE.

4.Stack the split wood as you work. This will provide a safer work area by keeping it uncluttered, avoiding the danger of tripping or damaging the power cord.

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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 Operating Your DR 6 -TON Electric Wood Splitter Before Starting the Electric MotorTools Needed 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 Before each season Regular Maintenance Checklist before each useMaintaining the DR 6 -TON Electric Wood Splitter Tool Needed Adjusting the Hydraulic Fluid LevelSharpening the Wedge 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 SplitterPart# Description 107 215451 215501 Fan Kit220361 Wheel 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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