DR ELECTRIC WOOD SPLITTER, 6-TON ELECTRIC WOOD SPLITTER Safety & Operating Instructions Manual

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DR® 6 -TON, ELECTRIC WOOD SPLITTER

SAFETY & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

READ AND UNDERSTAND THIS MANUAL AND ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE OPERATING THIS WOOD SPLITTER.

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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.



SALES MANAGER

Power Equipment

A division of Country Home Products®

127 Meigs Road Vergennes, VT 05491

Toll-free phone Fax

: 1-802-877-1213

Web site:

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: 1-800-DR-OWNER (376-9637)

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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

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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#192031

#193541

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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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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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THE WOOD SPLITTER MUST BE OPERATED SAFELY TO PREVENT OR MINIMIZE THE RISK OF MINOR OR MODERATE INJURY. UNSAFE OPERATION CAN CREATE A NUMBER OF HAZARDS FOR YOU. ALWAYS TAKE THE FOLLOWING PRECAUTIONS WHEN OPERATING THIS WOOD SPLITTER:

• KEEP IN MIND THAT THE OPERATOR OR USER IS RESPONSIBLE FOR ACCIDENTS OR HAZARDS

OCCURRING TO OTHER PEOPLE, THEIR PROPERTY, AND THEMSELVES.

• WEAR LONG PANTS WHILE SPLITTING WOOD.

• 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.

• NEVER 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.

• NEVER LEAVE THE WOOD SPLITTER UNATTENDED. IF YOU LEAVE THE AREA, UNPLUG THE POWER

SOURCE.

• CLEAN UP AS YOU WORK; ACCUMULATED SPLIT WOOD AND WOOD CHIPS CAN CREATE A

HAZARDOUS WORK ENVIRONMENT.

• ALWAYS CHECK THE ALIGNMENT OF MOVING PARTS AND FOR DAMAGED OR WORN PARTS.

• KEEP ALL NUTS AND BOLTS TIGHT AND KEEP THE EQUIPMENT AND ATTACHMENTS IN GOOD

OPERATING 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.

• SEE MANUFACTURER’S INSTRUCTIONS FOR PROPER OPERATION AND INSTALLATION OF

ACCESSORIES. ONLY USE ACCESSORIES APPROVED BY COUNTRY HOME PRODUCTS, INC.

• 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 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. Equipment described within this manual may be optional. Some illustrations may not be applicable to your machine.

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CHAPTER 3

SETTING UP YOUR DR 6 -TON ELECTRIC WOOD SPLITTER

This chapter outlines a few simple steps you will need to follow to set up your new machine before you use it. It may be helpful to familiarize yourself with the controls and features on your new wood splitter by reviewing the picture in the next section before beginning the steps outlined in this chapter. If you have any

questions at all, please feel free to contact our Customer Service Representatives at our toll free number: 1-800-DR-OWNER (376-9637).

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DR 6 -TON ELECTRIC WOOD SPLITTER Controls and Features

NOTE: The model shown in Figure 1 may look slightly different from your machine.

Power Cord

Oil Pump Assembly

Log Guides

Electric Motor Assembly

Electric Motor On-Off Switch

Wedge Ram Operating Handle Assembly

Bleed Screw

Dip Stick

Wheels and Frame Assembly

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Figure 1

Built-In Handle/

ort Leg Assembl

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Unpacking the Wood Splitter

NOTE: Unpacking the DR 6 -TON ELECTRIC WOOD SPLITTER is a two-person job. We recommend you

have an extra set of hands available before you begin.

Tool and Parts Supplied: Additional Tool and Protection Needed for Assembly:

• 10mm wrench • Metal Shears (Side Cutters)

• Operating Handle w/Knob • Eye Protection

• Extra hydraulic seal

WEAR EYE PROTECTION WHEN CUTTING THE BANDING. THE BANDING MAY HAVE A LOT OF TENSION ON IT AND MAY SNAP AND CUT YOU. ALWAYS STAND TO ONE SIDE WHEN CUTTING THE

BAND.

1. If you have banding around the shipping box, carefully cut the banding and open the box.

2. With the help of another person (the machine weighs 159 pounds), carefully remove your new DR 6 TON ELECTRIC WOOD SPLITTER from the shipping box and rest the machine on the front support legs and the rear wheels.

3. If you have banding around your motor and frame as shown in Figure 2,

Be careful when cutting the banding.

cut the banding.

4. Remove the wooden packing wedge between the motor and the housing.

NOTE:

Look under the machine, the wedge may be difficult to see.

5. Remove any remaining packing materials from the wood splitter. Do not discard your packaging material until you are fully satisfied with your new DR 6 -TON ELECTRIC WOOD SPLITTER.

6. Screw the Operating Handle (found in the plastic bag) clockwise onto the threaded shaft protruding from the Support Plate at the rear of the machine and tighten it securely using the 10mm wrench (Figure 2).

NOTE:

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 this manual.

Support Plate

Operating Handle,

Band

Turn in Clockwise

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Figure 2

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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:

• Adjustable Wrench

• Small Phillips Screwdriver

1. Inspect the area in which you will be working.

• Place the wood splitter only on a firm, level, supported surface 2 to 3 feet above the ground.

• NEVER operate the wood splitter on the ground as there is risk of injury from flying chips and

would not be comfortable for the operator while in use. If necessary, block the wood splitter wheels to prevent them from rolling.

• The site must be free of slippery surfaces and potentially hazardous obstacles. Also make sure

there won't be people or animals within a six-foot radius around the wood splitter.

2. Plan your work before you start.

• Have the logs to be split positioned where they can be easily reached. Remember, the maximum

log length is 20" and the maximum diameter is 16" for this wood splitter.

• Split only dry, seasoned logs as they will split more easily than green logs. Green logs may stick

on the wedge and jam the wood splitter.

• Have a site located where the split wood can be stacked or loaded onto a truck or nearby carrier.

• IT IS IMPORTANT TO ADJUST THE AIR BLEED SCREW EACH TIME YOU USE THE MACHINE. YOU

WILL NEED A STANDARD PHILLIPS SCREWDRIVER TO MAKE THIS ADJUSTMENT (FIGURE 3).

• USE CARE, DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN AND STRIP THE AIR BLEED SCREW THREADS.

3. Prior to using the wood splitter, open the Air Bleed Screw by turning it counter-clockwise four (4) times. Leave the Air Bleed Screw open in this position while using the machine. When you are finished using the machine, tighten the Air Bleed Screw by turning it clockwise. Do not over tighten and strip the Air Bleed Screw.

Air Bleed Screw

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Figure 3

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4. Connect the main lead 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 the cord becoming damaged during the wood splitting session. Be sure to avoid wet conditions.

5. Turn ON the Motor, then cycle the Ram several times using the Operating Handle. After cycling, if the Ram does not travel to within 6" of the wedge, check the hydraulic fluid level by tipping the wood splitter up on the wheels and motor.

6. Clean the area around the Hydraulic Fluid Fill/Drain Port (Figure 4) and then, using the adjustable wrench, unscrew the Dipstick located in the Hydraulic Fluid Fill/Drain Port.

7. Clean the Dipstick and check the level (do not screw the Dipstick down when checking); it should be between the two marks on the Dipstick. If the fluid is too high, simply pour out a little at a time into a suitable container by tilting the wood splitter. If the fluid is too low, add an AW32 hydraulic fluid, a little at a time until the level falls between the two marks on the dipstick.

8. Clean the Dipstick and the O-ring seal thoroughly and reinstall being careful not to damage the threads of the aluminum Hydraulic Fluid Cylinder End Cover.

Tip: In cold weather, cycle the Ram several times to warm-up the hydraulic fluid. This will provide full

power from your DR 6 -TON ELECTRIC WOOD SPLITTER.

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Dipstick

Figure 4

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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 TO RUN

THE WOOD SPLITTER (FIGURE 5). THIS IS THE AREA DIRECTLY BEHIND YOUR DR 6 -TON ELECTRIC WOOD SPLITTER. NEVER OPERATE THE WOOD SPLITTER FROM ANYPLACE ELSE.

• HANDLE LOGS ONLY FROM THE SIDES, NEVER BY THE ENDS.

• FOR BEST SPLITTING RESULTS, PLACE LOG FLAT ON THE BEAM

BETWEEN THE LOG GUIDES (FIGURE 5) WITH BUTT END TOWARD HYDRAULIC CYLINDER RAM.

• NEVER ATTEMPT TO SPLIT A LOG AT AN ANGLE AND BE SURE THE

Log Guides

WEDGE AND RAM WILL CONTACT THE LOG SQUARELY ON THE ENDS.

• BE VERY CAREFUL TO KEEP ARMS AND FINGERS AWAY FROM THE WEDGE AND RAM.

• KEEP HANDS AND FINGERS CLEAR AT ALL TIMES. MANY WOOD SPLITTING ACCIDENTS HAPPEN ON

THE RETURN PORTION OF THE STROKE.

• DO NOT PUT ANY PART OF YOUR BODY WITHIN THE SPLITTING AREA. USE A STICK IF YOU NEED TO

REMOVE DEBRIS FROM THE SPLITTING AREA (FIGURE 6).

Operator Zone

Figure 5

Ram

Wedge

Log Guides

Splitting Area

Operator Zone

Figure 6

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Operating the DR 6 -TON ELECTRIC WOOD SPLITTER

NOTE 1: The hydraulic control is a single handle valve called the Operating Handle. The Ram travels forward

when the Operating Handle is held down and the Electric Motor Control Switch is ON. The cylinder will retract when the Operating Handle is released.

NOTE 2:

Before starting the splitting operation, the log Ram should be cycled 3 to 4 times back and forth (with

the Air Bleed Screw open) to help remove any air that may have mixed into the hydraulic fluid from shipping and handling. See Step 3 on page 13 for the Air Bleed Screw Operation.

In cold weather, cycling the Ram a few times will also warm the hydraulic fluid which will allow you to

Tip:

split wood with full power from your machine.

1. With a log properly loaded, and with the Air Bleed Screw open, turn ON the Electric Motor and wait a few seconds as the motor creates pressure in the hydraulic pump.

2. When safe to do so, push down on the Operating Handle. The Ram will now compress the log against the wedge, splitting the log.

NOTE:

The DR 6 -TON ELECTRIC WOOD SPLITTER is designed to run at two different

speeds. When the Operating Handle is fully depressed the Ram will run at a slower speed but have more power. When the Operating Handle is depressed half way, the Ram will run at a faster speed, but the machine will have less splitting power. It is recommended to run the Ram at the higher speed until it engages the log. You should then fully depress the Operator Handle and run the Ram at the slower speed to split the log. This will deliver the most power and assure a good quality cut of the wood.

3. Keep holding the Operating Handle down until the split pieces of the log fall away or the Ram has reached the end of its stroke. When you have finished splitting a log, release the Operator Handle. This will cause the Ram to retract to its start position.

IF THE LOG DOES NOT SPLIT IMMEDIATELY, DO NOT CONTINUE THE FORWARD THRUST OF THE RAM FOR MORE THAN 5 SECONDS. TO DO SO CAN DAMAGE THE SPLITTER. AFTER THE RAM HAS RETRACTED, TRY REPOSITIONING THE LOG ON THE SPLITTER OR SET THE LOG ASIDE.

4. Make sure nothing will interfere with the Ram while it retracts.

5. Stack the split wood as you work. This will provide a safer work area by keeping it uncluttered; avoiding the danger of tripping or damaging the power cord.

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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; THIS COULD DAMAGE THE

MOTOR COVER AND HYDRAULIC PUMP COVER, ETC.

1. Release the Operator Handle so that the Ram fully retracts (Figure 7).

2. Insert a plastic or wooden wedge under the jammed log (Figure 7) and activate the Ram to push the wood wedge under the jammed log.

3. Repeat this process, using progressively larger wedges, until the jammed log is freed (Figure 7).

4. Lift the log off the wood splitter wedge after it is loosened.

Figure 7

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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.

WHEN PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE, YOU MUST FIRST UNPLUG THE WOOD SPLITTER FROM THE POWER SOURCE AND MAKE SURE THE HYDRAULIC SYSTEM IS DEPRESSURIZED AND THE FLUID HAS COOLED. READ THE "GENERAL SAFETY RULES" (CHAPTER 2) OF THIS MANUAL BEFORE PERFORMING ANY REPAIRS OR MAINTENANCE.

Regular Maintenance Check List before each use:

• Clean the log Ram and Guides.

• Check the Splitting Wedge for sharpness (page 20).

• Check the general condition of the wood splitter, e.g.; nuts, bolts, welds etc.

Before each season:

• Check the hydraulic fluid level (page 20). Use an AW32 hydraulic fluid for operation over 40°F and

Dextron® automatic transmission fluid for operation below 40°F.

NEVER DRAIN THE HYDRAULIC FLUID. JUST ADD ENOUGH TO REPLENISH THE LOST VOLUME.

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Adjusting the Hydraulic Fluid Level

Tools Needed:

• Adjustable Wrench

• Small Phillips Screwdriver

1. Check the hydraulic fluid level by tipping the wood splitter up on the wheels and motor.

2. Clean the area around the Hydraulic Fluid Fill/Drain Port. It is important not to let any debris enter the fluid reservoir; see Figure 4 on page 14. Loosen the Bleed Screw and then, using the adjustable wrench, unscrew the Dipstick located in the Hydraulic Fluid Fill/Drain Port.

3. Clean the Dipstick and replace without screwing down to check the level; it should be between the two marks on the Dipstick. If the fluid is too high, simply pour out a little at a time into a suitable container by tilting the wood splitter. If the fluid is too low, add an AW32 hydraulic fluid, a little at a time, until the level falls between the two marks on the Dipstick.

4. Clean the Dipstick and the O-ring seal thoroughly and reinstall, being careful not to damage the threads of the aluminum Hydraulic Fluid Cylinder End Cover.

5. Open the Air Bleed Screw using a small Phillips screwdriver 4 turns and cycle the Ram back and forth 3 or 4 times to purge any air from the hydraulic system; see Figure 3

on page 13.

Sharpening the Wedge

Tool Needed:

• Fine-Toothed Flat File

Before each splitting session, check the sharpness of the wedge. As required, remove any burrs or flat spots on the wedge blade using a fine-toothed flat file.

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Electrical Connections

THE DR 6 -TON ELECTRIC WOOD SPLITTER MUST BE GROUNDED BEFORE OPERATION.

End of Season and Storage

• Wipe down the wood splitter to remove any moisture, wood chips and dirt that may have

accumulated on the Log Guide Rails, Hydraulic Control and Motor Fan Housing.

• Apply a thin coating of oil or #2 Lithium Grease to the Wedge Cutting Edge to prevent rust.

• Store the DR 6 -TON ELECTRIC WOOD SPLITTER in a dry area to prevent moisture from damaging

the electrical components of the machine.

• Open the Air Bleed Screw by turning counter-clockwise 4 times and then retighten by turning

clockwise prior to storing the machine; see Figure 3

on page 13.

USE CARE, DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN AND STRIP THE AIR BLEED SCREW THREADS.

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CHAPTER 6

TROUBLESHOOTING

Most problems are easy to fix. Consult the Troubleshooting Table below for common problems and their solutions. If you continue to experience problems call Country Home Products, Inc. for support.

Troubleshooting Table

SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE

Ram will not move or is slow to respond.

⇒ Is the Bleed Screw adjusted properly? See page 13, Step 3.

⇒ Bleed any accumulated air from the hydraulic system. See page 20, step 5.

⇒ Is the wood splitter on a level surface? See page 13, step 1.

Log fails to split.

⇒ Make sure the voltage at the outlet or extension cord connection to the wood

splitter is at least 105VAC.

⇒ The hydraulic fluid may be low. Check and adjust the level as required; see page

20.

⇒ The wood being split may be too hard, it has knots or its fiber is very tough.

⇒ Check the possible causes for the previous Ram operation symptom. ⇒ Incorrect positioning of the log. Re-position the log flat on the splitting beam

with the ends squarely against the Ram face and Splitting Wedge.

⇒ Log exceeds permitted dimensions or the wood is too hard for the capacity of the

machine. The maximum log length is 20" with a maximum diameter of 16" for the DR 6 -TON ELECTRIC WOOD SPLITTER.

⇒ The wedge has burrs or nicks and needs to be sharpened; see page 20. ⇒ There may be a hydraulic fluid leak. Locate the leak using a piece of cardboard

under the machine and call 1(800) DR-OWNER (376-9637), or a qualified hydraulic mechanic for assistance, to replace worn components.

⇒ Hydraulic pressure is too low. Call 1(800) DR-OWNER (376-9637), or a qualified

hydraulic mechanic for assistance to replace worn components.

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SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE

Ram advances with a jerky motion or with strong vibrations.

⇒ Check the possible causes for the Ram operation symptom on the previous page. ⇒ Check the hydraulic fluid level; see page 20.

⇒ Bleed any accumulated air from the hydraulic system. See page 20, Step 5. If the

problem persists, call 1(800) DR-OWNER (376-9637) for assistance.

Hydraulic fluid leaking from the Ram or other external parts.

⇒ Check that the Bleed Screw has been tightened before moving the machine. Use

care: Do not over tighten and strip the Bleed Screw Threads.

⇒ The hydraulic fluid seals may be worn. Call 1(800) DR-OWNER (376-9637), or a

qualified hydraulic mechanic for assistance to replace worn components.

NOTE: Country Home Products, Inc. has provided Parts Lists and Schematic Diagrams as reference tools only.

CHP makes no representation or warranty of any kind to the buyer that he/she is qualified to make any repairs to the product or that he/she is qualified to replace any parts of the product. In fact, CHP expressly states that all repairs and parts replacement should be undertaken by certified and licensed technicians and not by the buyer. The buyer assumes all risk and liability arising out of his/her repairs to the original product or replacement parts thereto, or arising out of his/her installation of replacement parts thereto.

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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

01 205271 Nut, Hex, M16 02 205281 Nut, Hex, M16 (Thin) 03 205291 Piston Ram 04 205301 Spring 05 205311 O-ring, Oil Seal 06 205321 Piston 07 205331 O-ring, Oil Seal 08 205341 Square Piston Ring 09 205351 Cylinder 10 182181 Dip Stick 11 182191 O-ring, Oil Seal 12 202161 Seal, Ring, Teflon, Anti-Dust 13 202171 O-ring, Oil Seal 14 211611 Bleed Screw, w/Washer, M4 x 10 15 204371 Cover, Oil Cylinder, End 16 205411 Bolt, Two Head 17 205421 Bolt, Two Head, Long 18 203721 Foot, Rubber, Motor, Left 19 204651 Foot, Rubber, Motor, Right 20 202701 Motor and Pump Assembly 21 204681 Nut, M8 22 204691 Screw, M8 23 204801 O-ring, Oil Seal 24 202491 Washer, Flat, M8 25 204771 Washer, Spring, M8 26 204791 Bolt, M8 x 30 27 203381 Screw, Cr-Head, M6 x 20 28 204811 Washer, Flat, M6 29 182201 Handle, Carry 30 203371 Nut, M6 31 204821 Bolt, M6 x 14 32 203691 Leg, Support 33 205881 Body, Main 34 205891 Plate, Log Guiding, Right

Ref# Part# Description

35 205901 Plate, Log Guiding, Left 36 205911 Bolt, M8 x 10 37 202481 Bolt, M8 x 14 38 205921 Plate, Sleeve, Plastic 39 205931 Log Pusher Assembly 40 182111 Cover, Oil Cylinder, Front 41 205941 Cover Seal, Paper, Square 42 205041 Spring 43 205121 Screw, Fixing, M8 x 10 44 202751 Base, Handle 45 205031 Bar, Handle, Short 46 206121 Bar, Grip Handle, Long 47 204421 Washer, Flat, M4 48 206031 Washer, Copper, M12 49 206041 Nut, M12 50 206151 Plate, Support 51 206161 Washer, Flat, M12 52 206171 Nut, M12 53 206181 Bolt, M8 x 20 54 206071 Circlip, Axle 55 206081 Wheel, Rubber 56 192011 Frame, Stand, Wheel 63 205951 Circlip, Spindle 64 205961 Sleeve 65 205971 Spring 66 205981 Circlip, Spindle 67 205991 UHS Oil seal 68 206001 O-ring, Oil Seal 69 206011 Steel Tube 70 192041 Wrench, M10 –12 71 182291 Cover, Motor Fan, End 72 202681 Circlip, Spindle 73 182301 Flying Fan 74 182131 Cable & Plug

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Ref# Part# Description

75 205641 Clamp, Bushing, Wire 76 205651 Nut, Clamp, Wire 77 204491 Support, Capacitor 78 204501 Screw, Crosshead, M4 x 12 79 204541 Washer, Locking 80 182211 Capacitor 81 204551 Seal, Rubber, Anti-Dust 82 182411 Cover, Capacitor Box 83 204571 Screw, Cross Head, ST3.5 x 14 84 204511 Connection Pole 85 204521 Screw, Cross Head, M4 x 8 86 204581 Clamp, Wire 87 211601 Switch 88 204401 Screw, Cross Head, M4 x 6 89 204411 Washer, Spring, M4 90 206861 Warning Label, Bleed Screw 91 206871 Warning Label, Safety 92 192021 DR Power Equipment Label 93 192031 Speed Position Label 94 193521 Serial # Label

95 211591 Safety & Operation Manual 96 211621 Internal Check Valve Assembly

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Schematic - DR 6 -TON ELECTRIC WOOD SPLITTER

WDS 6.3

051122

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6 -TON ELECTRIC WOOD SPLITTER

2-Year Limited Warranty

Terms and Conditions

The DR put to ordinary and normal consumer use; ninety (90) days for any other use.

For the purposes of all the above warranties, “ordinary and normal consumer use” refers to non-commercial residential use and does not include misuse, accidents or damage due to inadequate maintenance.

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.

The 2-Year Limited Warranty on the DR®6 -TON ELECTRIC WOOD SPLITTER starts on the date the machine ships from our factory. The 2-Year Limited Warranty is applicable only to the original owner.

The warranty holder is responsible for the performance of the required maintenance as defined by the manufacturer's owner's manual. The warranty holder is responsible for replacement of normally wearing parts such as the wear plates. Attachments and accessories to the machine are not covered by this warranty.

During the warranty period, the warranty holder is responsible for the machine transportation charges, if required. During the warranty period, warranty parts will be shipped by standard method at no charge to the warranty holder. Expedited shipping of warranty parts is the responsibility of the warranty holder.

SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON THE LENGTH OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.

Country Home Products, Inc. shall not be liable under any circumstances for any incidental or consequential damages or expenses of any kind, including, but not limited to, cost of equipment rentals, loss of profit, or cost of hiring services to perform tasks normally performed by the DR

SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.

6 -TON ELECTRIC WOOD SPLITTER is warranted for two (2) years against defects in materials or workmanship when

Power Equipment) certifies that the DR®6 -TON ELECTRIC WOOD SPLITTER is fit

6 -TON ELECTRIC WOOD SPLITTER.

Country Home Products, Inc.’s objective is to have 100% satisfied customers. For that reason, we operate a 6-day-a-week Technical Service Department for our Owners. You can access a Representative by dialing our TOLL-FREE Hotline at 1-800-DR- OWNER (376-9637). The sole job of our well-trained and friendly folks is to ensure that you get any help you need in a timely fashion. They are there to answer all your questions including: (1) inquiries on any of the above warranties, (2) inquiries about replacement parts, or (3) your questions regarding service, maintenance and operation.

THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS, WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE.

Warranty

COUNTRY HOME PRODUCTS, Inc.

MEIGS ROAD, P.O. BOX 25, VERGENNES, VERMONT 05491

Customer Service Hotline

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Daily Checklist for the DR 6 -TON ELECTRIC WOOD SPLITTER

To help maintain your DR 6 -TON ELECTRIC WOOD SPLITTER for optimum performance, we recommend you follow this checklist each time you use your machine.

[ ] HARDWARE: Check all nuts and bolts to be sure that the components are secure.

[ ] FRAME: Check all welds to be sure that the frame is in tact and secure.

[ ] CLEAN: Make sure that the log guides and the top of the wood splitter beam are clean.

[ ] HYDRAULIC FLUID: Inspect the hydraulic fluid level and adjust as required; see page 20.

[ ] AIR BLEED SCREW: Make sure to follow the proper procedures for adjusting the Air Bleed Screw

prior to operating the wood splitter; see page 13.

COUNTRY HOME PRODUCTS, Inc.

MEIGS ROAD, P.O. BOX 25, VERGENNES, VERMONT 05491

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