DR ELECTRIC WOOD SPLITTER, 6-TON ELECTRIC WOOD SPLITTER Safety & Operating Instructions Manual
DR® 6 -TON, ELECTRIC WOOD SPLITTER
SAFETY & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
READ AND UNDERSTAND THIS MANUAL AND ALL INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE OPERATING THIS WOOD SPLITTER.
And congratulations on your purchase of a new DR 6 -TON ELECTRIC WOOD SPLITTER!
We have done our utmost to ensure that your DR 6 -TON ELECTRIC 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
serial number or 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.
In addition, please tell your friends about your new DR 6 -TON ELECTRIC 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.
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Table of Contents
CHAPTER 1............................................................................................................................. 1
INTRODUCING THE DR 6 -TON ELECTRIC WOOD SPLITTER................................... 1
Conventions used in this manual ................................................................................... 1
CHAPTER 2............................................................................................................................. 3
GENERAL SAFETY RULES............................................................................................... 3
Labels ............................................................................................................................... 3
Protecting Yourself and Those Around You ................................................................... 4
Operating the Wood Splitter Safely................................................................................. 4
Safety for Children ........................................................................................................... 5
Safety with Electric-Powered Machines .......................................................................... 6
Hydraulic Safety ............................................................................................................... 7
Additional Information and Potential Changes.............................................................. 8
CHAPTER 3............................................................................................................................. 9
SETTING UP YOUR DR 6 -TON ELECTRIC WOOD SPLITTER..................................... 9
DR 6 -TON ELECTRIC WOOD SPLITTER Controls and Features ............................... 10
Unpacking the Wood Splitter ........................................................................................ 11
CHAPTER 4........................................................................................................................... 13
OPERATING YOUR DR 6 -TON ELECTRIC WOOD SPLITTER ................................... 13
Before Starting the Electric Motor................................................................................. 13
Splitting Safety ............................................................................................................... 15
Operating the DR 6 -TON ELECTRIC WOOD SPLITTER............................................. 16
How to Free a Jammed Log from the Wedge............................................................... 17
CHAPTER 5........................................................................................................................... 19
MAINTAINING THE DR 6 -TON ELECTRIC WOOD SPLITTER.................................. 19
Regular Maintenance Check List before each use:....................................................... 19
Before each season:....................................................................................................... 19
Adjusting the Hydraulic Fluid Level .............................................................................. 20
Sharpening the Wedge .................................................................................................. 20
Electrical Connections ................................................................................................... 21
CHAPTER 6........................................................................................................................... 23
TROUBLESHOOTING................................................................................................... 23
Troubleshooting Table................................................................................................... 23
CHAPTER 7........................................................................................................................... 25
PARTS LISTS, SCHEMATIC DIAGRAMS AND WARRANTY........................................ 25
Parts List - DR 6 -TON ELECTRIC WOOD SPLITTER .................................................. 25
Schematic - DR 6 -TON ELECTRIC WOOD SPLITTER................................................. 27
Warranty......................................................................................................................... 29
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CHAPTER 1
INTRODUCING THE DR 6 -TON ELECTRIC WOOD SPLITTER
This manual will help you set up and safely operate your new DR 6 -TON ELECTRIC 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 serial number and/or 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
THIS INDICATES A HAZARDOUS SITUATION, WHICH, IF NOT AVOIDED,
OR SERIOUS INJURY
THIS INDICATES A HAZARDOUS SITUATION, WHICH, IF NOT AVOIDED,
OR MODERATE INJURY.
.
COULD RESULT
COULD RESULT
IN
IN
DEATH
MINO
THIS INFORMATION IS IMPORTANT IN THE PROPER USE OF YOUR MACHINE. FAILURE TO FOLLOW
THIS INSTRUCTION COULD RESULT IN DAMAGE TO YOUR MACHINE OR PROPERTY.
This is a helpful hint to guide you in getting the most out of your DR 6 -TON ELECTRIC WOOD
Tip:
SPLITTER.
Tools Needed: This indicates you will need a special tool to perform a maintenance function on your Wood
Splitter.
NOTE:
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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This information may be helpful to you.
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CHAPTER 2
GENERAL SAFETY RULES
READ THIS SAFETY AND OPERATING MANUAL BEFORE YOU USE THE DR 6 -TON 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. Shown below are copies of all the labels that appear on the equipment. Take a moment to study them
and make a note of their location on your DR 6 -TON ELECTRIC WOOD SPLITTER as you assemble and
before
you operate the machine. Replace damaged or missing safety and information labels immediately.
#206871
#206861
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#193541
Protecting Yourself and Those Around You
THIS IS A POWERFUL MACHINE. PROPER CLOTHING AND SAFETY GEAR MUST BE USED 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. ALWAYS TAKE THE FOLLOWING PRECAUTIONS
WHEN OPERATING THIS MACHINE:
• ALWAYS WEAR PROTECTIVE GOGGLES OR SAFETY GLASSES WITH SIDE SHIELDS WHILE SPLITTING
WOOD TO PROTECT YOUR EYES FROM POSSIBLE THROWN BITS OF WOOD.
• WEAR SHOES WITH NON-SLIP TREADS WHEN USING YOUR DR 6 -TON ELECTRIC WOOD SPLITTER. IF
YOU HAVE SAFETY SHOES, WE RECOMMEND WEARING THEM. DO NOT USE THE MACHINE WHILE
BAREFOOT OR WEARING OPEN SANDALS.
• AVOID WEARING LOOSE CLOTHING OR JEWELRY, WHICH MIGHT BE CAUGHT ON THE WOOD
SPLITTER’S MOVING PARTS.
• WE RECOMMEND WEARING GLOVES WHILE SPLITTING WOOD. BE SURE YOUR GLOVES FIT
PROPERLY AND DO NOT HAVE LOOSE CUFFS OR DRAWSTRINGS.
Operating the Wood Splitter Safely
THIS IS A POWERFUL MACHINE. THE MACHINE MUST BE OPERATED SAFELY. UNSAFE OPERATION CAN
CREATE A NUMBER OF HAZARDS FOR YOU. ALWAYS TAKE THE FOLLOWING PRECAUTIONS WHEN
USING THIS MACHINE:
• NEVER ALLOW PEOPLE WHO ARE UNFAMILIAR WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS TO USE THE DR 6 -TON
ELECTRIC WOOD SPLITTER.
• TO BE SAFE, DO NOT OPERATE THE MACHINE NEAR SMALL CHILDREN OR PETS, AND NEVER ALLOW
CHILDREN TO OPERATE THE WOOD SPLITTER. DISENGAGE THE RAM AND STOP THE MOTOR WHEN
ANOTHER PERSON OR PET APPROACHES.
• NEVER TEAM UP WITH ANOTHER PERSON TO OPERATE THE WOOD SPLITTER CONTROLS – THIS IS A
ONE PERSON JOB.
• KEEP YOUR HANDS AND FEET AWAY FROM THE SPLITTING AREA WHILE THE RAM IS IN MOTION.
• 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 THE WEDGE, LOG GUIDING PLATES OR THE RAM.
• 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 16" FOR THE DR 6 -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.
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• 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 6 ON PAGE 15).
NEVER STAND ON, STRADDLE OR CLIMB OVER THE WOOD SPLITTER AT ANT TIME.
• DO NOT HANDLE LOGS BY THEIR ENDS WHEN YOU POSITION THEM ON THE WOOD SPLITTER.
• ALWAYS UNPLUG THE WOOD SPLITTER FROM THE POWER SOURCE BEFORE ADJUSTING OR
SERVICING THE MACHINE. IF YOU HAVE TO STOP TO REMOVE ANY DEBRIS FROM THE MACHINE,
ALWAYS RETRACT THE RAM AND UNPLUG THE MACHINE.
• DO NOT MOVE OR REPOSITION THE WOOD SPLITTER WITH ITS MOTOR RUNNING.
• DO NOT, UNDER ANY CONDITIONS, REMOVE, BEND, CUT, FIT, WELD, OR OTHERWISE ALTER
STANDARD PARTS ON THE DR 6 -TON ELECTRIC WOOD SPLITTER. MODIFICATIONS TO YOUR
MACHINE COULD CAUSE PERSONAL INJURIES AND WILL VOID YOUR WARRANTY.
• WHILE USING THE DR
GRANTED.
6 -TON ELECTRIC WOOD SPLITTER, DON'T HURRY OR TAKE THINGS FOR
• DO NOT OPERATE THE MACHINE WHEN UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF ALCOHOL OR MEDICATION.
• USE THE MACHINE ONLY IN DAYLIGHT OR GOOD ARTIFICIAL LIGHT.
Safety for Children
TRAGIC ACCIDENTS CAN OCCUR IF THE OPERATOR IS NOT ALERT TO THE PRESENCE OF CHILDREN.
CHILDREN ARE OFTEN ATTRACTED TO THE WOOD SPLITTER AND THE SPLITTING ACTIVITY.
ASSUME THAT CHILDREN WILL REMAIN WHERE YOU LAST SAW THEM.
• KEEP CHILDREN OUT OF THE SPLITTING AREA AND UNDER THE WATCHFUL CARE OF A
RESPONSIBLE ADULT.
• BE ALERT AND TURN THE WOOD SPLITTER OFF IF CHILDREN ENTER THE WORK AREA.
• NEVER ALLOW CHILDREN TO OPERATE THE DR 6 -TON ELECTRIC WOOD SPLITTER.
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NEVER
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’ TOLL-FREE SUPPORT AT 1-800-DR-OWNER (376-9637) FOR HELP OR INFORMATION.
• NEVER OPERATE THE WOOD SPLITTER IF THERE IS AN ELECTRICAL HAZARD PRESENT.
• NEVER OPERATE THE WOOD SPLITTER IN WET CONDITIONS.
• NEVER OPERATE THE WOOD SPLITTER WITH A DAMAGED ELECTRICAL CORD OR DAMAGED
EXTENSION CORD.
• NEVER PULL ON THE POWER CORD TO MOVE THE MACHINE.
• ALWAYS GRASP THE POWER CORD PLUG WHEN UNPLUGGING THE CORD FROM THE OUTLET;
NEVER PULL THE PLUG OUT BY THE CORD.
• NEVER OPERATE THE WOOD SPLITTER UNLESS THE POWER CORD IS PLUGGED INTO A PROPERLY
GROUNDED OUTLET, WHICH SUPPLIES 110-120V POWER, AND IS PROTECTED BY A 15-AMP CIRCUIT
BREAKER.
• NEVER TAMPER WITH SAFETY DEVICES. CHECK THEIR PROPER OPERATION REGULARLY.
• IF AN EXTENSION CORD IS TO BE USED, IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT THE CONNECTION BETWEEN
THE POWER CORD AND THE EXTENSION CORD BE KEPT WELL AWAY FROM ANY WATER.
• NEVER USE AN EXTENSION CORD LONGER THAN 33 FEET OR SMALLER THAN 12 AWG IN DIAMETER
BECAUSE THE CORD WILL PRODUCE A VOLTAGE DROP THAT WILL PREVENT THE MOTOR FROM
SUPPLYING FULL POWER AND MAY CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE MOTOR.
• ALWAYS KEEP THE POWER CORD AND/OR EXTENSION CORD AWAY FROM EXCESSIVE HEAT, OIL AND
SHARP OBJECTS.
Tip: Reference page 23 for Troubleshooting Tips.
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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:
• NEVER USE YOUR HAND OR ANY PART OF YOUR BODY TO CHECK FOR HYDRAULIC SYSTEM LEAKS
WHILE THE SYSTEM IS PRESSURIZED.
• NEVER REMOVE THE FILL/DIPSTICK CAP FROM THE HYDRAULIC FLUID PORT WHILE THE MOTOR IS
RUNNING OR WHILE THE TANK IS STILL WARM AFTER THE MOTOR IS SHUT OFF. HOT PRESSURIZED
FLUID CAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY, SO WAIT FOR THE HYDRAULIC TANK TO COOL BEFORE
REMOVING CAP.
• THE WOOD SPLITTER MUST BE ON A LEVEL SURFACE.
• ALWAYS RELEASE RESIDUAL ENERGY FROM PRESSURIZED HYDRAULIC FLUID AND ALLOW THE FLUID
TO COOL BEFORE DOING ANY MAINTENANCE OR REPAIR WORK ON THE WOOD SPLITTER.
• PLEASE FOLLOW THESE STEPS TO DEPRESSURIZE THE SYSTEM AND RELEASE RESIDUAL HYDRAULIC
ENERGY BEFORE STARTING ANY REPAIRS.
- UNPLUG THE WOOD SPLITTER FROM THE POWER SOURCE.
- MOVE THE OPERATING HANDLE DOWN AND UP FROM ONE LIMIT OF TRAVEL TO THE OTHER AT
LEAST FOUR TIMES AND HOLDING THE HANDLE FOR THREE SECONDS AT EACH LIMIT OF
TRAVEL. THE RAM SHOULD NOT MOVE DURING THE 4TH CYCLE AND SHOULD BE FULLY
RETRACTED.
- CALL 1(800) DR-OWNER (376-9637), OR A QUALIFIED HYDRAULIC MECHANIC, FOR ASSISTANCE TO
REPLACE WORN COMPONENTS.
• PERIODICALLY CHECK FOR HYDRAULIC FLUID LEAKS BY PLACING A SHEET OF CARDBOARD UNDER
THE WOOD SPLITTER WHILE THE SYSTEM IS RUNNING.
• GET PROFESSIONAL MEDICAL HELP AT ONCE IF HYDRAULIC OIL PENETRATES ANYONE'S SKIN.
• NEVER MAKE ANY ADJUSTMENTS TO THE HYDRAULIC SYSTEM.
Tip: Reference page 23 for Troubleshooting Tips.
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