DR 4 -TON, ELECTRIC WOOD SPLITTER Safety & Operating Instructions Please read instructions before operating machine
And congratulations on your purchase of a new DR 4 -Ton WOOD SPLITTER! We have done our utmost to ensure that your DR 4 -Ton WOOD SPLITTER will be one of the most trouble-free and satisfying pieces of equipment you have ever owned. 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 order number handy.
Table of Contents Chapter 1: Introducing the DR 4 -Ton WOOD SPLITTER.....................................1 Conventions used in this manual.................................................................................................... 1 Chapter 2: Safety Considerations..........................................................................3 Preparing to Use the DR 4 -Ton WOOD SPLITTER ...................................................................... 3 Safety Information Labels...................
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Chapter 1: Introducing the DR 4 -Ton WOOD SPLITTER This manual will help you set up and safely operate your new DR 4 -Ton 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 order number handy.
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Chapter 2: Safety Considerations Taking the time to read and observe all safety instructions will ensure many years of productive use from your DR 4 -Ton WOOD SPLITTER and help you avoid injury. Please take a few moments to read the following guidelines for safely operating your new machine. Preparing to Use the DR 4 -Ton WOOD SPLITTER Read these Safety & Operating Instructions before you use the DR 4 -Ton WOOD SPLITTER.
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Protecting Yourself Always wear protective goggles or a face shield while splitting wood to protect your eyes and face from possible thrown bits of wood. Do not, under any conditions, remove, bend, cut, fit, weld, or otherwise alter standard parts on the DR 4 -Ton WOOD SPLITTER. Modifications to your machine could cause personal injuries and will void your warranty. Wear shoes with non-slip treads when using your DR 4 -Ton WOOD SPLITTER. If you have safety shoes, we recommend wearing them.
Do not put any part of yourself, your clothing, or your personal protective equipment into a crack in a log that is being split; it might close suddenly with great force. Never split anything other than logs free of nails, wires and branches. Maximum log length is 20" with a maximum diameter of 10" for the DR 4 -Ton WOOD SPLITTER. Note: The log diameter does not necessarily indicate the difficulty of the split.
Safety with Electric Powered Machines WARNING! The items listed in this section will help you keep your DR 4 -Ton WOOD SPLITTER running smoothly and, most importantly, prevent injury to yourself or others. Please review them carefully before using your machine. Never open the switch box or motor cover. DO NOT attempt any electrical repairs yourself. If in doubt, consult a qualified electrician or contact Country Home Products’ tollfree support at 1-800-DR-OWNER (376-9637) for help or information.
Hydraulic Safety WARNING! The items listed in this section will help you keep your DR 4 Ton WOOD SPLITTER running smoothly and, most importantly, prevent injury to yourself or others. Please review them carefully before operating your machine. WARNING! Escaping pressurized fluid from hydraulic system leaks can have enough force to penetrate skin and cause serious injury or death. Hydraulic fluid can remain pressurized while the motor is off due to the return spring force on the ram.
Chapter 3: Setting Up Your DR 4 -Ton WOOD SPLITTER This chapter outlines a few simple steps you will need to follow to set up your new machine before you use it. It may be helpful to familiarize yourself with the controls and features on your wood splitter by reviewing the picture below before beginning the steps outlined in this chapter.
Unpacking the DR 4 -Ton WOOD SPLITTER Tools & Parts Supplied for Assembly: Wheel Frame Assembly (2) Acorn nuts (located on the machine, remove before installing the Wheel Frame Assembly) 13mm/16mm wrench Operating Handle w/knob 10mm/12mm wrench Metal Shears (Side Cutters) Eye Protection Extra hydraulic seal Band WARNING! Wear eye protection when cutting the banding. The banding is under high tension and may snap and strike you when cut. Stand to one side when cutting the banding. 1.
Chapter 4: Operating Your DR 4 -Ton WOOD SPLITTER This chapter covers the procedures for operating your new DR 4 -Ton WOOD SPLITTER and also discusses basic operation features. Before Starting the Electric Motor Tools Needed: Adjustable Wrench Small Phillips Screwdriver 1. Inspect the area in which you will be working. ■ Place the wood splitter only on a firm, level, supported surface 2 to 3 feet above the ground.
4. Connect the main lead from the wood splitter to a standard electrical, 110-120VAC, grounded power source fused at 15 AMPS. If using an extension cord, it must be 12AWG and less than 33 feet long with a rating of 15 AMPS. Route the cord from the wood splitter to the power source in such a way that safeguards against the cord becoming damaged during the wood splitting session. Be sure to avoid wet conditions. 5. Cycle the ram several times.
Splitting Safety The DR 4 -Ton WOOD SPLITTER has a ram with 4 tons of force. Note: Always be sure to stand inside the Operator Zone to run the wood splitter (Figure 6). This is the area directly behind your DR 4 -Ton WOOD SPLITTER. Never operate the wood splitter from anyplace else. Operator Zone Handle logs only from the sides, never by the ends. For best splitting results, place log flat on the beam between the Log Guides (Figure 6) with butt end toward hydraulic cylinder ram.
Operating the DR 4 -Ton WOOD SPLITTER Note 1: For your added safety, this is a TWO HANDED OPERATION wood splitter. The hydraulic control is a single handle valve called the Operating Handle. The ram travels forward only while the Operating Handle is held down and Electric Motor Start Button is depressed. The cylinder automatically completes the return stroke when the Operating Handle is released and Electric Motor Start Button is released.
How to Free a Jammed Log from the Wedge WARNING! Never place your hands near the log when attempting to free it from the wedge. Never ask for the assistance of another person when freeing a jammed log. Never try to extract the jammed log by hitting it with a tool; this could damage the motor cover and hydraulic pump cover, etc. 1. If you want to stop the wood splitter, first release the Electric Motor Start Button and then release the Operator Handle so that the ram fully retracts (Figure 8). 2.
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Chapter 5: Maintaining the DR 4 -Ton WOOD SPLITTER Regular maintenance is the way to ensure the best performance and long life of your wood splitter. Please refer to this manual for maintenance procedures. WARNING! 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 "Safety Considerations" chapter of this manual before performing any repairs or maintenance.
Adjusting the Hydraulic Fluid Level WARNING! 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 "Safety Considerations" chapter of this manual before performing any repairs or maintenance. See page 8. 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.
Electrical Connections WARNING! The DR 4-Ton WOOD SPLITTER MUST be grounded. End of Season & Storage WARNING! 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 "Safety Considerations" chapter of this manual before performing any repairs or maintenance.
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Chapter 6: Troubleshooting Most problems are easy to fix. Consult the Troubleshooting Table below for common problems and their solutions. If you continue to experience problems, call Country Home Products, Inc. for support. Troubleshooting Table WARNING! 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.
SYMPTOM Log fails to split. Ram advances with a jerky motion or with strong vibrations. Hydraulic fluid leaking from the ram or other external parts. POSSIBLE CAUSE ⇒ Check the possible causes for the previous ram operation symptom on page 21. ⇒ Incorrect positioning of the log. Re-position the log flat on the splitting beam with the ends squarely against the ram face and splitting wedge. ⇒ Log exceeds permitted dimensions or the wood is too hard for the capacity of the machine.
Chapter 7: Parts Lists and Schematic Diagrams DR 4 -Ton Electric Wood Splitter - Parts List Note: Part numbers listed are available through Country Home Products.
Ref# 67 68 69 70 71 72 73 74 75 Part# 204831 204841 204851 204811 203371 204821 202691 182201 203381 Description Body, Main Right Plate, Log Guiding Left Plate, Log Guiding Washer, Flat, M6 Nut, M6 Bolt, M6 x 14 Leg, Support, 11" Handle, Carry Screw, Cr head, M6 x 20 Safety Labels & Supplies 206661 206871 206881 187131 24 Bleed Screw Label Safety Warning Label DR Power Equipment Label Speed Position Label Small DR Label Wrench, 10-12 Wrench, 13-16 Safety & Operation Manual DR 4 -Ton WOOD SPLITTER Sa
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DR® POWER EQUIPMENT DR® 4 -Ton WOOD SPLITTER 1-Year Limited Warranty Terms and Conditions The DR 4 -Ton WOOD SPLITTER is warranted for one (1) year against defects in materials or workmanship when put to ordinary and normal consumer use; ninety (90) days for any other use. For the purposes of all the above warranties, “ordinary and normal consumer use” refers to non-commercial residential use and does not include misuse, accidents or damage due to inadequate maintenance. Country Home Products, Inc.
Daily Checklist for the DR 4 -Ton WOOD SPLITTER To help maintain your DR 4 -Ton WOOD SPLITTER for optimum performance, we recommend you follow this checklist each time you use your machine. [ ] HARDWARE: Check all nuts and bolts to be sure that the components are secure. [ ] FRAME: Check all welds to be sure that the frame is in tact and secure. [ ] CLEAN: Make sure that the log guides and the top of the wood splitter beam are clean.
