DR Power Hydraulic 4-Ton (January 2008 - Present) - Manual (Page 18)

14 WDS 4.4, 4-TON ELECTRIC/HYDRAULIC DR
®
WOOD SPLITTER
Figure 9
4. Connect the Electrical Cord 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 25
feet long or 10AWG and less than 50 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 damaging the cord during
the wood splitting session. Be sure to avoid wet conditions.
5. Turn the Motor ON, then cycle the Ram several times using the Operating Handle. After cycling, if
the Ram does not travel to within 5" of the wedge, proceed to steps 6 through 8.
6. Check the hydraulic fluid level by tipping the machine up vertical on the Wheels. Clean the area
around the Hydraulic Fluid Fill/Drain Port (Figure 9) and then, using an 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 AW32 hydraulic
fluid, (or Dexron
®
ATF, if used) 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, see page 2 for hydraulic fluid information and cycle the Ram to warm up the hydraulic
fluid. This will provide full power from your 4-TON ELECTRIC/HYDRAULIC DR WOOD SPLITTER.
Dipstick and Hydraulic Fluid Fill/Drain Port
Hydraulic Fluid
Cylinder End Cover