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PREMIER RAPIDFIRE™ LOG SPLITTER

 

This indicates a hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, 

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 result in death or serious injury. 

Table of Contents 

Chapter 1: General Safety Rules ............................................................................................................................................................ 3

 

Chapter 2: Setting Up The DR PREMIER RAPIDFIRE LOG SPLITTER ................................................................................................ 7

 

Chapter 3: Operating The DR PREMIER RAPIDFIRE LOG SPLITTER ................................................................................................. 13

 

Chapter 4: Maintaining The DR PREMIER RAPIDFIRE LOG SPLITTER .............................................................................................. 16

 

Chapter 5: Troubleshooting .................................................................................................................................................................. 22

 

Chapter 6: Parts Lists and Schematic Diagrams .................................................................................................................................. 24

 

Conventions used in this manual 

Serial Number and Order Number 

A Serial Number is used to identify your machine and is located on the Serial Number Label on your machine.  An Order Number 
is used to check and maintain your order history and is located on the upper left portion of 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. 

Additional Information and Potential Changes 

DR Power Equipment reserves the right to discontinue, change, and improve its products at any time without notice or obligation 
to the purchaser. The descriptions and specifications contained in this manual were in effect at printing. Equipment described 
within this manual may be optional. Some illustrations may not be applicable to your machine. 

This information is important in the proper use of your machine. Failure to follow this instruction could result in damage to 
your machine or property. 

This indicates a hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, 

could

 result in minor or moderate injury. 

Summary of Contents for PREMIER RAPIDFIRE

Page 1: ...fore operating the DR PREMIER RAPIDFIRE LOG SPLITTER Original Language DR PREMIER RAPIDFIRE LOG SPLITTER SAFETY OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Serial No Order No DR Power Equipment Toll free phone 1 800 DR OW...

Page 2: ...ain your order history and is located on the upper left portion of your packing slip For your convenience and ready reference enter the Serial Number and Order Number in the space provided on the fron...

Page 3: ...WNER 376 9637 and one of our Technical Support Representatives will be happy to help you Chapter 1 General Safety Rules Labels Your DR PREMIER RAPIDFIRE LOG SPLITTER carries prominent labels as remind...

Page 4: ...he engine contains carbon monoxide which is an odorless tasteless and deadly poisonous gas Store all fuel and oil in containers specifically designed and approved for this purpose and keep away from h...

Page 5: ...will prevent the motor from supplying full power and may cause damage to the motor Use of a smaller diameter larger awg number extension cord could result in melting of the insulation or even create a...

Page 6: ...r use the machine without ensuring that all guards and shields are in place Never under any conditions remove bend cut fit weld or otherwise alter standard parts on the Log Splitter This includes all...

Page 7: ...before beginning these procedures If you have any questions at all please feel free to contact us at www DRpower com DR PREMIER RAPIDFIRE LOG SPLITTER Controls and Features Engagement Handle Belt Gua...

Page 8: ...t 46 46 Machine Length w Table 80 80 Machine Length w out Table 62 62 Machine Width 25 25 Weight w Table lbs 275 285 Weight w out Table lbs 225 235 The diameter listed is indicative of the maximum sug...

Page 9: ...k Stand Installing the Cradle Kit Parts Supplied Figure 2 Item Part Description Qty 1 34496 Cradle 2 2 33350 Bolt Hex Flange 3 8 16 X 2 4 3 28551 Washer Saddle 3 8 X 1 4 4 33333 Nut Nylon Lock Flanged...

Page 10: ...5 16 USS ZP 4 Not Shown 31363 Table Log 1 Installing Log Table with Support Leg 1 Place a Jack Stand under the Beam to lift it up 2 Loosely install a Tray Mount on both side of the Beam with Flange Bo...

Page 11: ...e 12 and clean the end of it with a rag 2 Machines are shipped with no oil Initially add approx 8 oz of the oil recommended by the Engine Manufacturer Wait one minute for the oil to settle 3 Replace t...

Page 12: ...e removing the gas fill cap Check the Tire Pressure Tools Needed Tire Pressure Gauge Air Compressor 1 Remove the Valve Stem Protective Cap Figure 14 and check the tire pressure with a Tire Pressure Ga...

Page 13: ...er if used for cold engine slowly back to the RUN position to the left when the engine is running well Note If the Log Splitter has not been running cold engine warm up the engine by running the engin...

Page 14: ...ng logs Never split a log using an incorrect or unsafe method Figure 20 Figure 19 Figure 18 On Off Switch Figure 17 Circuit Breaker Switch Do not place your hands on the ends of the log when loading t...

Page 15: ...rds the log until the Log is split Figure 22 3 Release the Lever as soon as the Log is split to allow the Ram to return Continuing to hold the Lever at the end of the stroke may put unnecessary stress...

Page 16: ...gine Service Refer to the engine manufacturer s manual for engine maintenance Lubrication All Bearings of your Splitter are sealed units and should have sufficient lubricant to last the life of your m...

Page 17: ...style Oil Extractor If you do not have one you can purchase it from us at www DRpower com Tools and Supplies needed Clean Approved Container for used Oil 10mm Wrench 1 Place an approved Container und...

Page 18: ...er portion of the Guards to the Frame using two 9 16 Wrenches Figure 31 2 Remove the five short Flange Bolts and Locknuts that secure the Guard Flanges together using two 9 16 Wrenches and remove the...

Page 19: ...s Figure 34 2 Remove the five short Flange Bolts and Locknuts that secure the Guard Flanges together using two 9 16 Wrenches and remove the left side Guard from the Splitter 3 Remove the four short Fl...

Page 20: ...ty Interlock Lever and push the Engagement Handle forward to position the Steel Bushing Yoke as close to vertical as you can and hold it there Figure 41 6 Rotate the Stop Bolts until they touch the St...

Page 21: ...ect before trying larger diameter tougher logs If you have any questions please contact us at www DRpower com or call 1 800 DR OWNER 376 9637 for assistance Replacing the Wheels Tools and Supplies nee...

Page 22: ...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 30 days Does your engine have the rig...

Page 23: ...damaged Reconnect or replace as needed Operator Lever snapping out of gear or not staying in gear Lever not all the way forward when rack comes under full load Push lever quicker and more forcefully...

Page 24: ...H With Labels 3 25044 Label Warning Pinch Point 3 5 X 1 4 35187 Label DR Logo 5 Diameter 5 35179 Guard LH With Labels 6 35186 Label Branding 7 35185 Label Operation Warning Caution Ref Part Descriptio...

Page 25: ...CONTACT US AT www DRpower com 25 Schematic FRAME STAND AND GUARD ASSEMBLY...

Page 26: ...age Return 19 32125 Flywheel 55lb 20 29455 Housing Bearing 21 29456 Insert Bearing W Snap Ring Ref Part Description 22 32122 Washer 5 16 ID 2 0 OD 0 13 t 23 34491 Gear Pinion 24 29494 Key Square 3 8 X...

Page 27: ...CONTACT US AT www DRpower com 27 Schematic DRIVE ASSEMBLY...

Page 28: ...X 2 16 33333 Nut Nylon Lock Flanged 3 8 16 17 33351 Bolt Hex Flange 3 8 16 X 1 25 18 18081 Washer Lock 3 8 19 33335 Nut Nylon Lock Flanged 1 2 13 Ref Part Description 20 33349 Bolt Hex Flange 1 2 13...

Page 29: ...CONTACT US AT www DRpower com 29 Schematic FRAME AND AXLE ASSEMBLY...

Page 30: ...1363 Table Log 2 34503 Bracket Log Table 3 32105 Mount Tray 4 22912 Bolt HHCS 3 8 16 X 4 5 G5 ZP 5 11239 Washer Flat 3 8 USS 6 33333 Nut Nylon Lock Flanged 3 8 16 Ref Part Description 7 32104 Bolt Car...

Page 31: ...CONTACT US AT www DRpower com 31 Notes...

Page 32: ...ment from gumming up the Carburetor If there is dirt or moisture in the gas or Tank remove it by draining the Tank Completely fill the Tank with fresh unleaded gas and add the appropriate amount of st...

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