DR Power Hydraulic 22-Ton - Manual (Page 36)

36 DR ® 22-TON VERTICAL/HORIZONTAL WOOD SPLITTER
Chapter 5: Troubleshooting
Most problems are easy to fix. Consult the troubleshooting table for common problems and their
solutions. If you continue to experience problems call DR Power Equipment, Inc. Toll Free at 1-800-DR-
OWNER (376-9637) for support.
Troubleshooting Table
S YMPTOM P OSSIBLE C AUSE
When the valve
control handle is
pushed forward
(extend), the splitting
wedge does not move. ⇒ Check the hydraulic tank to make sure the fluid level is one inch from the top of the tank.
⇒ If the fluid level is OK then call 1 (800) DR-OWNER (376-9637) for assistance.
The engine won’t
start.
(Please refer to the
engine owner’s
manual for engine-
specific procedures.)
⇒ Check that the Fuel Shut-Off Valve is turned ON (See “Operating your WOOD
SPLITTER”, Chapter 4).
⇒ Are you using fresh, clean gas? If the gas is old, change it. Use a fuel stabilizer if
you keep gas longer than two months.
⇒ Is the spark plug clean? If the spark plug is dirty or cracked, change it. If it’s oily,
leave it out, hold a rag over the plug hole and pull the recoil cord several times to
blow out any oil in the cylinder, then wipe off the plug and reinsert it.
⇒ If your engine still won’t start, call 1(800) DR-OWNER (376-9637) for assistance.
The engine lacks
power or is not
running smoothly.
(Please refer to the
engine owner’s
manual for engine-
specific procedures.)
⇒ Check that the Throttle Lever in the “Run” position.
⇒ Is the air filter clean? If it’s dirty, change it following the procedure in the engine
manufacturer’s owner’s manual.
⇒ Is the spark plug clean? If it’s fouled or cracked, change it. If it’s oily, leave it out,
hold a rag over the plug hole and pull your recoil cord several times to blow out
any oil in the cylinder, then wipe off the plug and reinsert it.
⇒ Are you using fresh, clean unleaded gas? If it’s old, change it. Use a fuel stabilizer
if you keep gas longer than two weeks or so.
⇒ Does your engine have the right amount of clean oil? If it’s dirty, change it
following the procedure in the engine manufacturer’s owner’s manual.
⇒ Check the oil level and adjust as needed.
⇒ If your engine still lacks power, call 1(800) DR-OWNER (376-9637) for assistance.
BEFORE PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE, STOP THE ENGINE AND
DISCONNECT THE SPARK PLUG WIRE.