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Adjusting the Hydraulic Fluid Level

WHEN PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE, YOU MUST FIRST UNPLUG THE WOOD SPLITTER FROM THE POWER SOURCE AND MAKE SURE THE HYDRAULIC SYSTEM IS DEPRESSURIZED AND THE FLUID HAS COOLED. READ THE "GENERAL SAFETY RULES" (CHAPTER 2) OF THIS MANUAL BEFORE PERFORMING ANY REPAIRS OR MAINTENANCE.

Tools Needed:

•Adjustable Wrench

•Small Phillips Screwdriver

1.Check the hydraulic fluid level by tipping the wood splitter up on the wheels and motor.

2.Clean the area around the Hydraulic Fluid Fill/Drain Port. It is important not to let any debris enter the fluid reservoir; see Figure 4 on page 14. Loosen the Bleed Screw and then, using the adjustable wrench, unscrew the Dipstick located in the Hydraulic Fluid Fill/Drain Port.

3.Clean the Dipstick and replace without screwing down to check the level; 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.

4.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.

5.Open the Air Bleed Screw using a small Phillips screwdriver 4 turns and cycle the Ram back and forth 3 or 4 times to purge any air from the hydraulic system; see Figure 3 on page 13.

Sharpening the Wedge

WHEN PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE, YOU MUST FIRST UNPLUG THE WOOD SPLITTER FROM THE POWER SOURCE AND MAKE SURE THE HYDRAULIC SYSTEM IS DEPRESSURIZED AND THE FLUID HAS COOLED. READ THE "GENERAL SAFETY RULES" (CHAPTER 2) OF THIS MANUAL BEFORE PERFORMING ANY REPAIRS OR MAINTENANCE.

Tool Needed:

•Fine-Toothed Flat File

Before each splitting session, check the sharpness of the wedge. As required, remove any burrs or flat spots on the wedge blade using a fine-toothed flat file.

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Contents Page Meigs Road Vergennes, VT Toll-free phone 1-800-DR-OWNER Fax Table of Contents Iv DR WDS 6.3, 6 -TON Electric Wood Splitter Introducing the DR 6 -TON Electric Wood Splitter Conventions used in this manualDR WDS 6.3, 6 -TON Electric Wood Splitter General 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 Setting UP Your DR 6 -TON Electric Wood Splitter DR 6 -TON Electric Wood Splitter Controls and Features Unpacking the Wood Splitter Tool and Parts SuppliedDR WDS 6.3, 6 -TON Electric Wood Splitter Operating Your DR 6 -TON Electric Wood Splitter Before Starting the Electric MotorDipstick Splitting Safety Operating the DR 6 -TON Electric Wood Splitter How to Free a Jammed Log from the Wedge DR WDS 6.3, 6 -TON Electric Wood Splitter Regular Maintenance Check List before each use Maintaining the DR 6 -TON Electric Wood SplitterBefore each season Adjusting the Hydraulic Fluid Level Sharpening the WedgeElectrical Connections End of Season and StorageDR WDS 6.3, 6 -TON Electric Wood Splitter Troubleshooting Troubleshooting TableRam advances with a jerky motion or with strong vibrations Parts LISTS, Schematic Diagrams and Warranty Parts List DR 6 -TON Electric Wood SplitterRef# Part# Description Schematic DR 6 -TON Electric Wood Splitter DR WDS 6.3, 6 -TON Electric Wood Splitter DR 6 -TON Electric Wood Splitter Daily Checklist for the DR 6 -TON Electric Wood Splitter
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