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® 6 -TON, ELECTRIC WOOD SPLITTER SAFETY & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS READ AND UNDERSTAND THIS MANUAL AND ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE OPERATING THIS WOOD SPLITTER.
Table of Contents CHAPTER 1... 1 INTRODUCING THE DR 6 -TON ELECTRIC WOOD SPLITTER... 1 Conventions used in this manual ... 1 Specifications for the DR 6 -TON ELECTRIC WOOD SPLITTER ... 2 CHAPTER 2... 3 GENERAL SAFETY RULES... 3 Labels ...
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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.
Specifications for the DR 6 -TON ELECTRIC WOOD SPLITTER MAXIMUM RAM FORCE MAXIMUM LOG LENGTH MAXIMUM LOG DIAMETER MAXIMUM RAM TRAVEL (TYPICAL) RAM CYLINDER DIAMETER RAM CYCLE TIME (TYPICAL) RAM RETURN MECHANISM HYDRAULIC FLUID RESERVOIR HYDRAULIC FLUID for 40ºF to 105ºF HYDRAULIC FLUID for -20ºF to 105ºF MOTOR HORSEPOWER (Output) MINIMUM OPERATING VOLTAGE...
CHAPTER 2 GENERAL SAFETY RULES READ THIS SAFETY AND OPERATING MANUAL BEFORE YOU USE THE DR 6 -TON ELECTRIC WOOD SPLITTER. BECOME FAMILIAR WITH THE SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS TO ENSURE THE BEST PERFORMANCE FROM YOUR WOOD SPLITTER. Labels Your DR 6 -TON ELECTRIC WOOD SPLITTER carries prominent labels as reminders for its proper and safe use.
Protecting Yourself and Those Around You THIS IS A POWERFUL MACHINE. YOU MUST USE PROPER CLOTHING AND SAFETY GEAR WHEN OPERATING THIS MACHINE TO PREVENT OR MINIMIZE THE RISK OF SEVERE INJURY. THIS MACHINE CAN CUT, AND SEVER PARTS OF YOUR BODY IF THEY BECOME CAUGHT BETWEEN THE RAM, LOG, GUIDING PLATES AND/OR THE SPLITTING WEDGE.
• NEVER OPERATE THE WOOD SPLITTER IN AN AREA OF NATURAL GAS OR FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS. • NEVER SPLIT WOOD IN WET OR SLIPPERY CONDITIONS. • ALWAYS OPERATE THE WOOD SPLITTER FROM THE OPERATOR ZONE (FIGURE 11 ON PAGE 15). NEVER STAND ON, STRADDLE, OR CLIMB OVER THE WOOD SPLITTER AT ANY TIME. •...
Safety with Electric-Powered Machines NEVER OVERLOOK THE HAZARDS OF ELECTRICITY. ALWAYS FOLLOW THESE PRECAUTIONS: • NEVER OPEN THE SWITCH BOX OR MOTOR COVER. NEVER ATTEMPT ANY ELECTRICAL REPAIRS YOURSELF. IF IN DOUBT, CONSULT A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN OR CONTACT COUNTRY HOME PRODUCTS’...
Hydraulic Safety 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. ALWAYS FOLLOW THESE PRECAUTIONS: •...
THIS WOOD SPLITTER IN A SAFE MANNER. CALL 1-800-DR-OWNER (376-9637) FOR ASSISTANCE. Additional Information and Potential Changes Country Home Products, Inc. reserves the right to discontinue, change, and improve its products at any time without notice or obligation to the purchaser. The descriptions and specifications contained in this manual were in effect at printing.
CHAPTER 3 UNPACKING AND ASSEMBLING YOUR DR 6 -TON ELECTRIC WOOD SPLITTER This chapter outlines a few simple steps you will need to follow to unpack and assemble your new machine before you use it. Familiarize yourself with the controls and features on your new wood splitter by reviewing Figure 1 on page 10 before beginning the steps outlined in this chapter.
DR 6 -TON ELECTRIC WOOD SPLITTER Controls and Features NOTE: The model shown in Figure 1 may look slightly different from your machine. Operating Handle Operating Label Rear Lifting Handle Power Cord Reset Button Oil Pump Assembly Controls Label Wheels Electric Motor Shroud *The hole provided is for the Safety J-Hook supplied with the Optional Stand.
Unpacking and Assembling the DR 6 -TON ELECTRIC WOOD SPLITTER & NOTE: Read this Safety Operating Instructions Manual before using your new DR 6 -TON ELECTRIC WOOD SPLITTER. The wood splitter shipped from the factory fully assembled with the exception of the Wheels and the Operation Handle.
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Power Cord Keeper Figure 5 Figure 6 Figure 7 BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE YOUR NEW DR 6 -TON ELECTRIC WOOD SPLITTER, READ THE SECTION TITLED “BEFORE STARTING THE ELECTRIC MOTOR” ON PAGE 13 IN THE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS MANUAL. If you have questions, please call one of our Technical Support Representatives TOLL-FREE: 1-800-DR-OWNER (376-9637).
CHAPTER 4 OPERATING YOUR DR 6 -TON ELECTRIC WOOD SPLITTER This chapter covers the procedures for operating your new DR 6 -TON ELECTRIC WOOD SPLITTER and discusses basic operation features. You may find it helpful to review the Controls and Features on page 10. Before Starting the Electric Motor Tools Needed: •...
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4. Connect the electric cord 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 damaging the cord during the wood splitting session.
Splitting Safety The DR 6 -TON ELECTRIC WOOD SPLITTER has a Ram with 6 tons of force. • ALWAYS BE SURE TO STAND INSIDE THE OPERATOR ZONE WHEN OPERATING THE WOOD SPLITTER (FIGURE 11). THIS IS THE AREA DIRECTLY BEHIND YOUR DR 6 -TON ELECTRIC WOOD SPLITTER. NEVER OPERATE THE WOOD SPLITTER FROM ANYWHERE ELSE.
Operating the DR 6 -TON ELECTRIC WOOD SPLITTER NOTE 1: The hydraulic control is a single handle valve called the Operating Handle. With the Electric Motor Control Switch is ON, the ram travels forward when you push the Operating Handle forward. The cylinder will retract when you release the Operating Handle.
How to Free a Jammed Log from the Wedge • 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;...
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CHAPTER 5 MAINTAINING THE DR 6 -TON ELECTRIC WOOD SPLITTER This chapter covers regular maintenance procedures that will ensure the best performance and long life of your wood splitter. • BEFORE PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE, YOU MUST UNPLUG THE WOOD SPLITTER FROM THE POWER SOURCE.
Adjusting the Hydraulic Fluid Level NOTE: Adjust the hydraulic fluid level only if a problem suggests that the level is off; otherwise, just check the level every few months. • BEFORE PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE, YOU MUST UNPLUG THE WOOD SPLITTER FROM THE POWER SOURCE.
Electrical Connections THE DR 6 -TON ELECTRIC WOOD SPLITTER MUST BE CONNECTED TO A PROPERLY GROUNDED OUTLET BEFORE OPERATION. End of Season and Storage • 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.
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CHAPTER 6 TROUBLESHOOTING Consult the Troubleshooting Table below for common problems and their solutions. If you continue to experience problems, call our Technical Support Representatives at 1-800-DR-OWNER. Troubleshooting Table • BEFORE PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE, YOU MUST UNPLUG THE WOOD SPLITTER FROM THE POWER SOURCE.
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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.
CHAPTER 7 PARTS LISTS, SCHEMATIC DIAGRAMS AND WARRANTY Parts List - DR 6 -TON ELECTRIC WOOD SPLITTER NOTE: Part numbers listed are available through Country Home Products, Inc. Ref# Part# Description Hardware : 220511 Nut, Hex, M16 220521 Nut, Hex, M16 (Thin)
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Ref# Part# Description 107 215451 Motor Pump Kit: 219621 Washer, Flat, M8 215491 O-Ring, Rubber, 15.5mm OD, 10.5mm ID 215481 Bolt, Hex Head, M8 x 30 215461 Motor, Pump, Connection Box, w/out Fan Kit 215471 Pad, Motor Mounting, Rubber 219881 Bolt, Hex Head, M8 x 35 108 215501 Fan Kit:...
Optional Accessories The following three (3) Optional Accessories are available for your DR 6-Ton Electric Wood Splitter through Country Home Products, Inc. by calling Toll-Free: 1-800-DR-OWNER (376-9637). Please refer to the Optional Accessories Safety proper installation and use. Tray Notes ®...
Country Home Products, Inc. (home of DR for ordinary purposes for which a product of this type is used. Country Home Products, Inc. however, limits the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness in duration to a period of two (2) years in consumer use, ninety (90) days for any other use.
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[ ] AIR BLEED SCREW: Make sure to open the Air Bleed Screw prior to operating the wood splitter; COUNTRY HOME PRODUCTS, Inc. M E I G S R O A D , P . O . B O X 2 5 , V E R G E N N E S , V E R M O N T 0 5 4 9 1 1-800-DR-OWNER (376-9637) •...
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