Troubleshooting table (continued) – DR Power Hydraulic 5-Ton (Oct 2010 - July 2013) User Manual
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Troubleshooting Table (Continued)
S
YMPTOM
P
OSSIBLE
C
AUSE
Hydraulic fluid leaking
from the Air Bleed
Screw.
The DR 5-TON WOOD SPLITTER may not be on a level surface.
Hydraulic fluid leaking
from the ram or other
external parts.
Check that the Air Bleed Screw is tight before moving the machine. Use care: Do not over
tighten and strip the Air Bleed Screw Threads.
The hydraulic fluid seals may be worn. Visit our website at www.DRPower.com or call 1-800-
DR-OWNER (376-9637), or call a qualified hydraulic mechanic for assistance to replace worn
components. Be sure to reference Hydraulic Safety in Chapter 1.
Before performing any repairs or maintenance procedure, unplug the wood splitter power cord from the power source.