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•BEFORE PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE, YOU MUST UNPLUG THE WOOD SPLITTER FROM THE POWER SOURCE. MAKE SURE THE HYDRAULIC SYSTEM IS DEPRESSURIZED (SEE PAGE 7), AND MAKE SURE THE FLUID HAS COOLED.

•READ THE "GENERAL SAFETY RULES" (CHAPTER 2) OF THIS MANUAL BEFORE PERFORMING ANY REPAIRS OR MAINTENANCE.

SYMPTOM

Ram advances with a jerky motion or with strong vibrations.

Hydraulic fluid leaking from the Air Bleed Screw.

Hydraulic fluid leaking from the Ram or other external parts.

POSSIBLE CAUSE

⇒Check the possible causes for the Ram operation symptom on the previous page.

⇒Check the hydraulic fluid level; see page 20.

⇒Bleed any accumulated air from the hydraulic system. See page 20, Step 5. If the problem persists, call 1-800-DR-OWNER(376-9637)for assistance.

⇒The wood splitter may not be on a level surface. See page 13, step 1.

⇒Check that the Air Bleed Screw is tight before moving the machine. Use care: Do not over tighten and strip the Air Bleed Screw Threads.

⇒The hydraulic fluid seals may be worn. Call 1-800-DR-OWNER(376-9637),or a qualified hydraulic mechanic for assistance to replace worn components.

24 DR® WDS 6.4, 6 -TON ELECTRIC WOOD SPLITTER

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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 Maintaining the DR 6 -TON Electric Wood Splitter Regular Maintenance Checklist before each useBefore each season Sharpening the Wedge Adjusting the Hydraulic Fluid LevelTool 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 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