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RAPIDFIRE™ LOG SPLITTER
SAFETY & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Serial No.
Order No.
Read and understand this manual and all instructions before operating the DR RAPIDFIRE LOG SPLITTER.
Original Language
DR Power Equipment
Toll-free phone: 1-800-DR-OWNER (376-9637)
Fax: 1-802-877-1213
Website: www.DRpower.com

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  • Page 1 ® RAPIDFIRE™ LOG SPLITTER SAFETY & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS DR Power Equipment Toll-free phone: 1-800-DR-OWNER (376-9637) Serial No. Fax: 1-802-877-1213 Original Language Order No. Website: www.DRpower.com Read and understand this manual and all instructions before operating the DR RAPIDFIRE LOG SPLITTER.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Additional Information and Potential Changes DR Power Equipment 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. Equipment described within this manual may be optional.

  • Page 3: Chapter 1: General Safety Rules

    Labels Your DR RAPIDFIRE LOG SPLITTER carries prominent labels as reminders for its proper and safe use. Shown below are copies of all the Safety and Information labels that appear on the equipment. Take a moment to study them and make a note of their location on your LOG SPLITTER as you set up and before you operate the unit.
  • Page 4 Keep children and pets at least 50 feet from the working area and ensure they are under the watchful care of a responsible adult.  Be alert and turn the machine off if children or pets enter the work area.  Never allow children to operate the Log Splitter. ® RAPIDFIRE™ LOG SPLITTER...
  • Page 5 Safety with Gasoline - Powered Machines Gasoline is a highly flammable liquid. Gasoline also gives off flammable vapor that can be easily ignited and cause a fire or explosion. Never overlook the hazards of gasoline. Always follow these precautions:  Never run the engine in an enclosed area or without proper ventilation as the exhaust from the engine contains carbon monoxide, which is an odorless, tasteless, and deadly poisonous gas.
  • Page 6 Under California law, and the laws of some other states, you are not permitted to operate an internal combustion engine using hydrocarbon fuels without an engine spark arrester. This also applies to operation on US Forest Lands. All DR RAPIDFIRE LOG SPLITTERS shipped to California, New Mexico and Washington State are provided with spark arresters.

  • Page 7: Chapter 2: Setting Up The Dr Rapidfire Log Splitter

    Chapter 2: Setting Up The DR RAPIDFIRE LOG SPLITTER It may be helpful to familiarize yourself with the controls and features of your DR RAPIDFIRE LOG SPLITTER as shown in Figure 1 before beginning these procedures. If you have any questions at all, please feel free to contact us at www.DRpower.com.

  • Page 8: Specifications

    Specifications RapidFire Pro RapidFire Pro-XL (manual start) RapidFire Pro-XL (elec. start) Engine DR 5.5hp (see engine manual Subaru 6hp (see engine manual Subaru 6hp (see engine for specifications) for specifications) manual for specifications) Wedge Height 6-1/4" 6-1/4" 6-1/4" Log Capacity...
  • Page 9 4. Continue adding a few ounces of oil at a time, rechecking the Dipstick until Gas Cap the oil reaches the fill mark. Be careful not to overfill. 5. Replace the Dipstick and screw all the way down when full. 6.

  • Page 10: Chapter 3: Operating The Dr Rapidfire Log Splitter

     Read and understand all instructions, safety precautions, and/or warnings listed in “Chapter 1 General Safety Rules” before operating this DR RAPIDFIRE LOG SPLITTER. If any doubt or question arises about the Operator Operator correct or safe method of performing anything found in this manual,...
  • Page 11 Splitting Note: All logs should be no longer than 24". Use the following photos for the correct and incorrect methods of splitting logs. Never split a log using an incorrect or unsafe method.  Do not place your hands on the ends of the log when loading the Log Splitter.

  • Page 12: Chapter 4: Maintaining The Dr Rapidfire Log Splitter

    Chapter 4: Maintaining The DR RAPIDFIRE LOG SPLITTER Regular maintenance is the way to ensure the best performance and long life of your machine. Please refer to this manual and the engine manufacturer's owner's manual for maintenance procedures. Service intervals listed in the checklist below supersede those listed in the engine manufacturer's owner's manual.
  • Page 13 3. Grease the Rack Teeth with All Purpose Grease (Figure 16). 4. Push the Carriage assembly back into starting position, reconnect both Return Springs and cut the strings off. Changing Engine Oil One of the easiest methods to remove oil from this Engine is to use a siphon style Oil Extractor.
  • Page 14 1. Remove Belt Guard as described in “Changing and Adjusting Belt(s)” (page 16). Clutch 2. Remove the Belt(s) by rolling them off the Flywheels as you slowly rotate the Flywheels (Figure 23). Belts Flywheel Figure 23 ® RAPIDFIRE™ LOG SPLITTER...
  • Page 15 3. Remove the Bolt, Lock Washer and large Flat Washer from the Clutch with a Engine Shaft 1/2" Wrench and remove the Clutch from the Engine Shaft (Figure 24). Note: To remove and replace the Clutch hardware, use a dead blow hammer to hit Clutch the Wrench to enable you to create torque and prevent movement of the Built in Key...
  • Page 16 Note: The Belt on the Pro model Splitter should have between 3/4" to 1" of slack for proper adjustment. 8. Tighten the Engine Plate Nuts and install the Belt Guard. Front of Belt Cover Alignment Pins Figure 30 Belts Approx. Adjuster 1/2" Bolt Adjuster Engine Plate Nuts Figure 32 Figure 31 ® RAPIDFIRE™ LOG SPLITTER...
  • Page 17 Replacing the Wheels Wheel Assembly Tools and Supplies needed:  Needle Nose Pliers  Jack Large Flat Washer The Splitter must be supported carefully so it does not tip over when jacking or it could cause Splitter damage or personal injury. Cotter Pin 1.
  • Page 18 Operate the Engine for at least 45 minutes to maintain proper Battery charge. If the Battery loses its charge, you will need to use a trickle charger (like the DR Battery Charger) to recharge it. The Charger should have an output of 12 volts DC at no more than 2 amps.

  • Page 19: Chapter 5: Troubleshooting

    Most problems are easy to fix. Consult the Troubleshooting Table below for common problems and their solutions. If you continue to experience problems, contact us at www.DRpower.com or call toll-free 1-800-DR-OWNER (376-9637) for support. Before performing any maintenance procedure or inspection, stop the engine, wait five (5) minutes to allow all parts to cool.
  • Page 20 Operator Lever not  Clean wood chips or other debris from under rack. engaging rack with  Clean accumulated dirt from frame where carriage assembly rests against rubber bumpers. pinion gear. ® RAPIDFIRE™ LOG SPLITTER...
  • Page 21 CONTACT US AT www.DRpower.com...

  • Page 22: Chapter 6: Parts Lists And Schematic Diagrams

    Chapter 6: Parts Lists and Schematic Diagrams Parts List - TOW BAR AND AXLE ASSEMBLY NOTE: Part numbers listed are available through DR Power Equipment. Ref# Part# Description Ref# Part# Description 11239 Washer, Flat, 3/8", USS 11238 Washer, Flat, 1/4", USS 15043 Bolt, HHCS, 3/8-16 X 1-1/4", Gr5...
  • Page 23 Schematic – TOW BAR AND AXLE ASSEMBLY CONTACT US AT www.DRpower.com...
  • Page 24 Parts List – DRIVE ASSEMBLY NOTE: Part numbers listed are available through DR Power Equipment. Ref# Part# Description Ref# Part# Description 12683 Nut, 3/8-16, ZP 29454 Gear, Pinion 11239 Washer, Flat, 3/8" USS 29461 Flywheel, Spoke Design (Pro XL) 11075...
  • Page 25 Schematic – DRIVE ASSEMBLY CONTACT US AT www.DRpower.com...
  • Page 26 Parts List – LINKAGE AND BATTERY ASSEMBLY NOTE: Part numbers listed are available through DR Power Equipment. Ref# Part# Description Ref# Part# Description 15043 Bolt, HHCS, 3/8-16 X 1-1/4", Gr5 27587 Spring, Return 11075 Nut, Nylon Lock, 3/8-16, ZP 18975 Retaining Ring, .468"...
  • Page 27 Schematic – LINKAGE AND BATTERY ASSEMBLY CONTACT US AT www.DRpower.com...
  • Page 28  If your DR RAPIDFIRE LOG SPLITTER will be idle for more than 30 days, we recommend using a gas stabilizer. This will prevent sediment from gumming up the Carburetor. If there is dirt or moisture in the gas or Tank, remove it by draining the Tank.