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Read and understand this manual and all instructions before operating the DR 5-TON ELECTRIC LOG SPLITTER.

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DR Power Equipment
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5-TON ELECTRIC LOG SPLITTER

SAFETY & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Model:
PILOT 5TE

Summary of Contents for PILOT 5TE

Page 1: ...structions before operating the DR 5 TON ELECTRIC LOG SPLITTER Serial No Order No DR Power Equipment Toll free phone 1 800 DR OWNER 376 9637 Website www DRpower com DR 5 TON ELECTRIC LOG SPLITTER SAFE...

Page 2: ...n your order history and is located on your packing slip For your convenience and ready reference enter the Serial Number and Order Number in the space provided on the front cover of this manual Addit...

Page 3: ...NER 376 9637 and one of our Technical Support Representatives will be happy to help you Chapter 1 General Safety Rules Labels Your DR 5 TON ELECTRIC LOG SPLITTER carries prominent labels as reminders...

Page 4: ...lic fluid can remain pressurized while the motor is off due to the return spring force on the ram Always follow these precautions Always release residual energy from pressurized hydraulic fluid and al...

Page 5: ...in melting of the insulation or even create a fire Always keep the electrical cord and or extension cord away from excessive heat oil and sharp objects Safety for Children and Pets Safety with Electr...

Page 6: ...as squarely as possible Never split more than one log at a time unless you fully extended the ram and you need a second log to complete the split of the first log Never put anything between the log gu...

Page 7: ...these procedures If you have any questions at all please feel free to contact us at www DRpower com DR 5 TON ELECTRIC LOG SPLITTER Controls and Features Splitting Wedge Log Ram Rubber Wheels Oil Pump...

Page 8: ...ifficult to split logs with regular fibers even if its diameter exceeds the 10 max indicated above Log Splitter is shipped with Hydraulic Fluid already added Assembly Tools Needed Pliers 16mm Wrench 1...

Page 9: ...Prior to using the Electric Log Splitter open the Air Bleed Screw by turning the Thumbscrew counter clockwise three to four times Figure 4 Leave the Air Bleed Screw open in this position while using...

Page 10: ...ings listed in Chapter 1 General Safety Rules before operating this DR Dual action electric log splitter If any doubt or question arises about the correct or safe method of performing anything found i...

Page 11: ...dle Figure 9 Figure 8 Figure 7 Do not place your hands on the ends of the log when loading the Log Splitter This is a very UNSAFE method and could result in injury to your hands Figure 7 Do not reach...

Page 12: ...o of the Control Lever and the Ram will return to the retracted position If the log does not split immediately do not continue the forward thrust of the ram for more than five seconds This can damage...

Page 13: ...eed to have someone support the Electric Log Splitter to prevent tipping over Clean the area around the Hydraulic Fluid Fill Drain Port Figure 12 and then using a 6mm Allen Wrench unscrew and remove t...

Page 14: ...when checking remove and 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 Electr...

Page 15: ...um diameter of 10 for the DR 5 TON ELECTRIC LOG SPLITTER The Splitting Wedge has burrs or nicks and needs sharpening There may be a hydraulic fluid leak Locate the leak using a piece of cardboard unde...

Page 16: ...39 A0000938026 Plastic Sleeve 40 A0000938024 Nut M6 41 A0000944999 Set Screw Internal Hex Head M6 X 20 42 A0000938023 Hex Nut 43 A0000938022 Bushing Short Shaft 44 A0000937683 Washer Lock 10 Ref Part...

Page 17: ...CONTACT US AT www DRpower com 17 Schematic DR 5 TON ELECTRIC LOG SPLITTER...

Page 18: ...esponsible for the performance of the required maintenance as defined by the manufacturer s owner s manuals The warranty holder is responsible for replacement of normally wearing parts This warranty d...

Page 19: ...CONTACT US AT www DRpower com 19 Notes...

Page 20: ...the DR 5 TON ELECTRIC LOG SPLITTER to remove any moisture wood chips and dirt that may have accumulated on the Log Guides and Operating Handle Apply a thin coating of oil or 2 Lithium Grease to the l...