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Log fails to split. | ⇒ Check the possible causes for the previous ram | ||
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| operation symptom on page 21. |
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| ⇒ Incorrect positioning of the log. |
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| on the splitting beam with the ends squarely against |
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| the ram face and splitting wedge. |
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| ⇒ Log exceeds permitted dimensions or the wood is too |
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| hard for the capacity of the machine. The maximum |
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| log length is 20" with a maximum diameter of 10" for |
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| the DR 4 |
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| ⇒ The wedge has burrs or nicks and needs to be |
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| sharpened. See page 18. |
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| ⇒ There may be a hydraulic fluid leak. Locate the leak |
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| using a piece of cardboard under the machine and call |
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| 1(800) |
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| hydraulic mechanic for assistance, to replace worn |
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| components. |
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| ⇒ Hydraulic pressure is too low. Call 1(800) |
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| assistance to replace worn components. |
Ram | advances | ⇒ Check the possible causes for the ram operation | |
with | a | jerky | symptom on page 21. |
motion or | with | ⇒ Check the hydraulic fluid level. See page 18. | |
strong |
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| ⇒ Bleed any accumulated air from the hydraulic system. |
vibrations. |
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| See page 8 and page 18, Step 5. If the problem | ||
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| persists, call 1(800) |
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| assistance. |
Hydraulic | fluid | ⇒ Check that the bleed screw has been tightened before | |
leaking from the | moving the machine. Use care: Do not over tighten | ||
ram | or | other | and strip the bleed screw threads. |
external parts. | ⇒ The hydraulic fluid seals may be worn. Call 1(800) | ||
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| mechanic for assistance to replace worn components. |
Note: Country Home Products, Inc. has provided parts lists and schematic diagrams as reference tools only. CHP makes no representation or warranty of any kind to the buyer that he/she is qualified to make any repairs to the product or that he/she is qualified to replace any parts of the product. In fact, CHP expressly states that all repairs and parts replacement should be undertaken by certified and licensed technicians and not by the buyer. The buyer assumes all risk and liability arising out of his/her repairs to the original product or replacement parts thereto, or arising out of his/her installation of replacement parts thereto.
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