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DR DUAL-ACTION ELECTRIC Safety & Operating Instructions Manual

DR DUAL-ACTION ELECTRIC Safety & Operating Instructions Manual

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DUAL-ACTION ELECTRIC LOG SPLITTER
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SAFETY & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
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Read and understand this manual and all instructions before operating the DR Dual-Action Electric Log Splitter.
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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 DUAL-ACTION ELECTRIC 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 Dual-Action Electric 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 DUAL-ACTION ELECTRIC 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: Hydraulic Safety

    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. ® DUAL-ACTION ELECTRIC LOG SPLITTER...
  • Page 5 Never open the switch box or motor cover. Never attempt any electrical repairs yourself. If in doubt, consult a qualified electrician, visit our website at www.DRpower.com or contact DR Power Equipment for toll-free support at: 1-800-dr-owner (376-9637) for help or information.
  • Page 6 No list of warnings and cautions can be all-inclusive. If situations occur that are not covered by this manual, the operator must apply common sense and operate this DR DUAL-ACTION ELECTRIC LOG SPLITTER in a safe manner. Contact us at www.DRpower.com or call 1-800-DR-OWNER (376-9637) for assistance.

  • Page 7: Chapter 2: Setting Up The Dr Dual-Action Electric Log Splitter

    Chapter 2: Setting Up The DR DUAL-ACTION ELECTRIC LOG SPLITTER It may be helpful to familiarize yourself with the controls and features of your DR DUAL-ACTION ELECTRIC 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 *The diameter listed is indicative of the maximum suggested size - a small log can be difficult to split when it contains knots or a particularly tough fiber. On the other hand, it may not be difficult to split logs with regular fibers even if its diameter exceeds the maximum indicated above. Assembling the DR DUAL-ACTION ELECTRIC LOG SPLITTER Tools and Supplies Needed: ...
  • Page 9 Compare the contents of the Parts Box, Product Pack and Shipping Box with the and Locknuts “Parts Supplied” list above. If you have any questions please contact us at www.DRpower.com or call 1-800-DR-OWNER (376-9637) for assistance. Figure 3 Beam Assembly...
  • Page 10 17. Install the four sets of Bolts, Flat Washers (top and bottom) and Locknuts to secure the Motor to the Mount using two 1/2" Wrenches. Tow Hitch Assembly Figure 9 Jack Tray U-Bolt Motor Motor Clamp Hardware Mount Figure 11 Position Hitch Pin Rings Figure 10 ® DUAL-ACTION ELECTRIC LOG SPLITTER...
  • Page 11 Note: Remove protective Caps as needed for the following Hydraulic Hose connections. 18. Install the Elbow Hydraulic Fitting into the Tank assembly by hand until it cannot be turned any more with your hand. If needed, turn the Elbow back to align it parallel with the ground and facing out (Figure 12).
  • Page 12 Cylinders. HYDRAULIC OIL ISO RECOMMENDATIONS 2. Start the Motor and cycle the cylinder several times (see “Operating Your DR Dual-Action Log Splitter”, Chapter 3). 3. Retract the cylinder and shut off the Motor and recheck Fluid level. ISO 68 4.
  • Page 13 Check the Tire Pressure Do not over inflate the tires. Inflate to the manufacturers recommended pressure found on the tires. Tools Needed:  Tire Pressure Gauge  Air Compressor Valve Stem Protective Cap 5. Remove the Valve Stem Protective Cap (Figure 20) and check the tire pressure with a Tire Pressure Gauge.

  • Page 14: Chapter 3: Operating Your Dr Dual-Action Electric Log Splitter

    Read and understand all instructions, safety precautions, and/or warnings listed in “Chapter 1 General Safety Rules” before operating this Operator Operator DR Dual-action electric log splitter. If any doubt or question arises about Zone Zone the correct or safe method of performing anything found in this manual, please contact our Customer Service Representatives at our toll free number: 1-800-DR-OWNER (376-9637).
  • Page 15 Splitting Note: All logs should be no longer than 20".  Do not place your hands on the ends of the log when loading the Log Splitter. This is a very UNSAFE method and could result in injury to your hands (Figure 23).
  • Page 16 When splitting a large log, or one in which the wood is extremely tough or stringy (such as elm), the first pass through the Splitter may not split the log into two sections. If this happens, turn the log and split off small sections. Repeat this process as necessary to split the entire log. ® DUAL-ACTION ELECTRIC LOG SPLITTER...
  • Page 17 CONTACT US AT www.DRpower.com...

  • Page 18: Chapter 4: Maintaining The Dr Dual-Action Electric Log Splitter

    Always replace frayed, kinked, or cracked hoses and/or other damaged hydraulic components with DR Power Equipments authorized parts and components specified in the “Parts” section (Chapter 7) of this manual. Replacement parts from secondary suppliers (not original DR Power Equipments replacement parts) can lead to product damage and/or personal injury, and will void the warranty.
  • Page 19 Hydraulic Fluid Change Tools and Supplies Needed:  Adjustable Wrench  Clean Rags  Approved Container (8 quart capacity)  Small funnel Never run the Log Splitter unless the hydraulic fluid tank is at the proper level. Hydraulic Fluid Specifications Dipstick See Table-1 on page 10 Screen...
  • Page 20 11. Place the Dust Cap onto the Wheel Assembly Hub and work it into the Hub using a soft face Hammer (Figure 30). 12. Jack the back of the Splitter up and remove the jack Stands. 13. Lower the Splitter to the ground. Taper Bearing Figure 32 ® DUAL-ACTION ELECTRIC LOG SPLITTER...
  • Page 21 Operator Lever Front Bolts, Adjusting the Pressure Valve Washers and Locknuts Rear Bolts, The Log Splitter is set at the factory to optimize splitting force. The following Valve Cover Washers and adjustment should only be performed if the splitter Breaker or house Breaker is Locknuts being tripped excessively while splitting Logs.
  • Page 22 ® DUAL-ACTION ELECTRIC LOG SPLITTER...

  • Page 23: Chapter 5: Troubleshooting

     The Log Splitter may not be on a level surface. is pushed, the wedge  Make sure the voltage at the outlet or extension cord connection to the DR DUAL-ACTION does not move or is slow ELECTRIC LOG SPLITTER is 110-120VAC.
  • Page 24  The hydraulic fluid seals may be worn. Visit our website at www.DRPower.com or call 1-800- from the ram or other DR-OWNER (376-9637), or call a qualified hydraulic mechanic for assistance to replace worn external parts. components. Be sure to reference Hydraulic Safety in Chapter 1.

  • Page 25: Chapter 6: Dr Dual-Action Electric Log Splitter Road Towable Kit

    Chapter 6: DR DUAL-ACTION ELECTRIC LOG SPLITTER Road Towable Kit Tools and Supplies Needed: Original  Two 7/16" Wrenches Tow Hitch  Two 1/2" Wrenches  Two 9/16" Wrenches  Two 3/4" Wrenches  15/16" Wrench  15/16" Socket with 1/2" Ratchet...
  • Page 26 Secure the center portion of Harness to the two holes in the Frame. Trim all Cable Ties Cable Ties with Wire Cutters. Green and Brown Wires (curbside) White Ground Wire (both sides) Locknut Figure 41 ® DUAL-ACTION ELECTRIC LOG SPLITTER...
  • Page 27 Attaching to Tow Vehicle Making sure the Splitter is securely attached to the vehicle is the responsibility of the owner/operator. Failure to securely attach the Splitter can cause loss of control of the vehicle or the Splitter being separated from the towing vehicle, resulting in serious injury or death.

  • Page 28: Chapter 7: Parts Lists, Schematic Diagrams And Warranty

    Chapter 7: Parts Lists, Schematic Diagrams And Warranty Parts List - FRAME ASSEMBLY NOTE: Part numbers listed are available through DR Power Equipment. Ref# Part# Description Ref# Part# Description 11241 Washer, Flat, 5/16", USS 29386 Reservoir, With Labels 29387 Beam Assembly, With Labels...
  • Page 29 Schematic – FRAME ASSEMBLY CONTACT US AT www.DRpower.com...

  • Page 30: Nut, Slotted, 1-14, Zp

    Parts List – BEAM ASSEMBLY NOTE: Part numbers listed are available through DR Power Equipment. Ref# Part# Description Ref# Part# Description 16003 Pin, Hitch Clip, 1/2" To 9/16", .12" Wire 29046 Brace, Lower Cylinder 11241 Washer, Flat, 5/16", USS 29370...

  • Page 31: Contact Us At Www.drpower.com

    Schematic – BEAM ASSEMBLY CONTACT US AT www.DRpower.com...
  • Page 32 Parts List – MOTOR AND PUMP ASSEMBLY NOTE: Part numbers listed are available through DR Power Equipment. Ref# Part# Description Ref# Part# Description 27610 Sheathing, Abrasion Resistant, 15.5" 11158 Bolt, HCS, 5/16-18 X 1" 11214 Tie, Cable, 7 1/2"L 29511 O-ring, 28.5mm X 2.4mm...
  • Page 33 Schematic – MOTOR AND PUMP ASSEMBLY CONTACT US AT www.DRpower.com...
  • Page 34 Parts List – ROAD-TOW ACCESSORY NOTE: Part numbers listed are available through DR Power Equipment. Ref# Part# Description Ref# Part# Description 11072 Nut, Nylon Lock, 1/2-13 24666 Bolt, HHCS, 1/2-13 X 4", Gr8 11073 Nut, Nylon Lock, 1/4-20 25305 Fender, Curbside...
  • Page 35 Schematic – ROAD TOW ACCESSORY CONTACT US AT www.DRpower.com...
  • Page 36  Fully retract the Cylinder so the Rod is not visible.  Wipe down the DR DUAL-ACTION ELECTRIC LOG SPLITTER to remove any moisture, wood chips, and dirt that may have accumulated on the Log Trays and Operating Handle. ...

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