Country Home Products 6-TON Introducing the DR 6 -TON Electric Wood Splitter

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CHAPTER 1

INTRODUCING THE DR 6 -TON ELECTRIC WOOD SPLITTER

This manual will help you set up and safely operate your new DR 6 -TON ELECTRIC WOOD SPLITTER. Careful adherence to the safety and operating instructions in this manual will ensure many years of productive use.

Please let us know of any questions you may have. We want to answer them as quickly as possible. When you do call, please have your serial number and/or order number handy. For technical assistance, please call Toll-Free1-800-DR-OWNER(376-9637) and one of our Technical Support Representatives will be happy to help you.

Conventions used in this manual

THIS INDICATES A HAZARDOUS SITUATION, WHICH, IF NOT AVOIDED, COULD RESULT IN DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY.

THIS INDICATES A HAZARDOUS SITUATION, WHICH, IF NOT AVOIDED, COULD RESULT IN MINOR OR MODERATE INJURY.

THIS INFORMATION IS IMPORTANT IN THE PROPER USE OF YOUR MACHINE. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THIS INSTRUCTION COULD RESULT IN DAMAGE TO YOUR MACHINE OR PROPERTY.

Tip: This is a helpful hint to guide you in getting the most out of your DR 6 -TON ELECTRIC WOOD SPLITTER.

Tools Needed: This indicates you will need a specific tool to perform a maintenance function on your

DR 6 -TON ELECTRIC WOOD SPLITTER.

NOTE: This information may be helpful to you.

If you are ever unsure about an action you are about to take, don’t do it, contact Country Home Products’ toll-free support at 1-800-DR-OWNER (376-9637) for help or information.

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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 Conventions used in this manual Introducing the DR 6 -TON Electric Wood Splitter12,000 lbf Specifications for the DR 6 -TON Electric Wood SplitterLabels General Safety RulesOperating the Wood Splitter Safely Protecting Yourself and Those Around YouSafety for Children Safety with Electric-Powered Machines Hydraulic Safety Additional Information and Potential Changes DR-OWNER Controls Label DR 6 -TON Electric Wood Splitter Controls and FeaturesAdditional Tool Required Tools and Parts SuppliedFlat surface facing forward Before Starting the Electric Motor Operating Your DR 6 -TON Electric Wood SplitterTools Needed Inspect the area in which you will be workingDipstick and Hydraulic Fluid Port Handle Logs only from the SIDES, Never by the Ends Splitting SafetyOperating the DR 6 -TON Electric Wood Splitter Activate the Ram to push the Wedge under How to Free a Jammed Log from the WedgeDR 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 End of Season and Storage Electrical ConnectionsDR WDS 6.4, 6 -TON Electric Wood Splitter Troubleshooting Table TroubleshootingHydraulic fluid leaking from the Ram or other external parts Parts List DR 6 -TON Electric Wood Splitter Parts LISTS, Schematic Diagrams and Warranty215501 Fan Kit Part# Description 107 215451220361 Wheel Kit 220381 Carry Handle KitSchematic DR 6 -TON Electric Wood Splitter Tray Optional AccessoriesDR 6 -TON Electric Wood Splitter Daily Checklist for the DR 6 -TON Electric Wood Splitter