Country Home Products DR 4 -TON User Manual
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. For technical
assistance, please call Toll-Free 1-800-DR-OWNER(376-9637) and one of our
Technical Support Representatives will be happy to help you. We also hope to hear
from you on how much you like your new helper.
And, please tell your friends about your new DR 4 -Ton WOOD SPLITTER! Having
DR Owners spread the word about our products and our way of doing business is the
best advertising we can have, and the best way to help us provide even better service in
the years to come.
Thanks once again!
for all of us at
Country Home Products, Inc.
SALES MANAGER
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2005 Country Home Products, Inc. All rights reserved.
Country Home Products, Inc.
Meigs Road
P.O. Box 25
Vergennes, VT 05491
Toll-free phone: 1-800-DR-OWNER (376-9637)
Fax: 1-802-877-1213
Web site: www.dr-owner.com
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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............................................................................................................... 3
Protecting Yourself ......................................................................................................................... 5
Operating the Machine Safely ........................................................................................................ 5
Safety with Electric Powered Machines.......................................................................................... 7
Hydraulic Safety ............................................................................................................................. 8
Additional Information and Potential Changes................................................................................ 8
Chapter 3: Setting Up Your DR 4 -Ton WOOD SPLITTER.................................... 9
DR 4 -Ton WOOD SPLITTER Controls and Features.................................................................... 9
Unpacking the DR 4 -Ton WOOD SPLITTER ...............................................................................10
Chapter 4: Operating Your DR 4 -Ton WOOD SPLITTER................................... 11
Before Starting the Electric Motor..................................................................................................11
Splitting Safety ..............................................................................................................................13
Operating the DR 4 -Ton WOOD SPLITTER.................................................................................14
How to Free a Jammed Log from the Wedge................................................................................15
Chapter 5: Maintaining the DR 4 -Ton WOOD SPLITTER ..................................17
Regular Maintenance Checklist before each use: .........................................................................17
Before each season: .....................................................................................................................17
Adjusting the Hydraulic Fluid Level ...............................................................................................18
Sharpening the Wedge..................................................................................................................18
Electrical Connections ...................................................................................................................19
End of Season & Storage ..............................................................................................................19
Chapter 6: Troubleshooting .................................................................................21
Troubleshooting Table...................................................................................................................21
Chapter 7: Parts Lists and Schematic Diagrams................................................23
DR 4 -Ton Electric Wood Splitter - Parts List.................................................................................23
DR 4 -Ton Electric Wood Splitter - Schematic...............................................................................25
Warranty........................................................................................................................................27
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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. For technical assistance,
please call Toll-Free 1-800-DR-OWNER(376-9637) and one of our Technical Support
Representatives will be happy to help you.
Conventions used in this manual
WARNING!
he exclamation point within a triangle alerts you to
essential operating, safety, maintenance and servicing
instructions.
Important! This information is important in the proper use of you
machine. Failure to follow this instruction could result in
injury to you and others or damage to your wood splitter.
Tip: This is a helpful hint to guide you in getting the most out of your DR 4 -Ton WOOD
SPLITTER.
Tools Needed: This indicates you will need a special tool to perform a maintenance
function on your machine.
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.
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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. Become familiar with the controls and service recommendations to ensure
the best performance from your machine.
Safety Information Labels
Take some time to become familiar with the following standard safety cautions
applicable to your wood splitter. Replace damaged or missing safety labels immediately.
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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 use the machine while
barefoot or wearing open sandals.
Wear long pants while splitting wood.
Avoid wearing loose clothing or jewelry, which might be caught on the wood splitter’s
moving parts.
We recommend wearing snug-fitting work gloves while splitting wood.
Always keep safety guards in place and in working order.
Always check the alignment of moving parts and for damaged or worn parts.
Operating the Machine Safely
To be safe, do not operate the machine near children or pets, and never allow children
Keep your hands and feet clear of the splitting area while the ram is in motion.
ALWAYS unplug the wood splitter from the power source before adjusting or
Do not operate the wood splitter in an area of natural gas or flammable liquids.
Use the machine only in daylight or good artificial light.
Do not use in wet or slippery conditions.
ALWAYS OPERATE THE WOOD SPLITTER FROM THE OPERATOR ZONE
Use only your hands to operate the wood splitter controls.
Do not place your hands at pinch points where they can get caught between a log and
WARNING! The items listed in this section will help you keep your D
4 -Ton WOOD SPLITTER running smoothly and, most
importantly, prevent injury to yourself or others. Please
review them carefully before starting your machine.
to operate the wood splitter.
servicing the machine. If you have to stop to remove any debris from the machine,
ALWAYS retract the ram and unplug the machine.
(Figure 7, page 13). Never stand on, straddle or climb over the wood splitter at any time.
the wedge, log guiding plates or the ram.
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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. A small
diameter log can be difficult to split if it has knots or its fiber is very tough,
whereas a larger log can be split easily if its fiber is smooth and loose.
Always cut the ends of the log to be split as squarely as
possible.
Never split more than one log at a time unless the ram has
been fully extended and a second log is needed to complete
the split of the first log.
Do not handle logs by their ends when you position them
on the wood splitter.
Do not put anything between the log guiding plates and the
side of a log; logs spread as they are forced against the
wedge.
NEVER operate the ram in a stalled position for more than 5 seconds. The hydraulic
fluid may overheat and damage the machine. If the wood being split is excessively hard,
stop the machine, rotate the log 90° and try again. If the log still cannot be split, reject
the log as it exceeds the capacity of the machine.
Do not move or reposition the wood splitter with its motor running.
Don't hurry or take things for granted while using the wood splitter.
Never team up with another person to operate the wood splitter controls – this is a one
person job.
Never allow people who are unfamiliar with these instructions to use the wood splitter.
Never leave the wood splitter unattended. If you leave the area, unplug the power
source.
Do not operate the machine when under the influence of alcohol or medication.
Always make certain nuts and bolts are tight to assure a safe working condition.
ALWAYS check the power cable for damage prior to every use and that it is fully
protected from damage from the equipment or materials while operating the machine.
Clean up as you work; accumulated split wood and wood chips can create a hazardous
work environment.
Note: No list of warnings and cautions can be all-inclusive. The operator must apply
common sense and operate this wood splitter in a safe manner.
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