DR Power Dual Action 15-Ton Gas (Aug 2011 - Present) - Manual (Page 28)

28 DR ® DUAL-ACTION GAS LOG SPLITTER
Figure 48
Lock Nut
Ball Clamp
Spring
Figure 47
Pull
Locking
Trigger
1/16"
Movement
Attaching to Tow Vehicle
1. Close the Latch Assembly on the Tow Hitch Assembly to lock the Tow Hitch
Assembly onto the Tow Ball (Figure 45). Attach the towing Safety Chains to
the Tow Vehicle ensuring there is enough slack for turning.
2. Make sure the Hitch Coupler is properly and securely attached to the Tow
Ball.
3. Insert the Locking Pin into the hole of the Latch Assembly to lock it in the
closed position (Figure 46).
4. For extra safety and security, you may want to purchase a Lock to install into
the hole of the Latch Assembly.
5. Plug the Harness Connector to the Tow Vehicle.
Hitch Coupler Adjustment Check
1. Place a 2" Ball in the Socket of the Coupler and close the Latch Assembly
(Figure 47). Verify that the Locking Trigger is properly engaged in its detent.
2. Pull on the Ball and/or Coupler, trying to remove the Ball from the Socket. If
the Ball moves more than 1/16" in the Coupler’s Socket, the Clamp requires
adjustment. Follow the proper adjustment procedure in the following steps.
Hitch Coupler Adjustment
1. With the proper size Ball in the Socket of the Hitch Coupler, close the Latch
of the Coupler completely (Figure 48). Verify that the Locking Trigger is
properly engaged in its detent.
2. Tighten the Locknut on the underside of the Coupler until the Spring
between the Nut and the Clamp is fully compressed. Then back off the
Locknut 1/2 turn or just enough that the Latch is able to Clamp and
unclamp from the Ball.
Figure 45
Tow Hitch
Assembly
Latch
Assembly
Safety
Chains
Figure 46
Latch
Assembly
Locking Pin
Making sure the Splitter is securely attached to the vehicle is the responsibility of the owner/operator. Failure to securely attach
the Log Splitter can cause loss of control of the vehicle or the Log Splitter being separated from the towing vehicle, resulting in
serious injury or death. ALWAYS use accessory lights and devices when transporting on a road or highway to warn operators of
other vehicles. Check your local government regulations.