Specifications, Assembling the dr rapidfire log splitter, Installing the cradle kit – DR Power RapidFire 5.5 HP Subaru (July 2013 - Present) Operating Manual User Manual
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Specifications
RapidFire Pro
RapidFire Pro-XL (manual start)
RapidFire Pro-XL (elec. start)
Engine
DR 5.5hp (see engine manual
for specifications)
Subaru 6hp (see engine manual
for specifications)
Subaru 6hp (see engine
manual for specifications)
Wedge Height
6-1/4" 6-1/4" 6-1/4"
Log Capacity
Length 24 inches, Diameter
30 inches*
Length 24 inches, Diameter 30
inches*
Length 24 inches, Diameter
30 inches*
Cycle Time
3 seconds (approx.)
3 seconds (approx.) 3
seconds
(approx.)
Tires
16" 16" 16"
Beam Height
26" 26" 26"
Overall Height
48.3" 48.3" 48.3"
Overall Length w/ Tray
100.9" 100.9" 100.9"
Overall Length w/out Tray
83.5" 83.5" 83.5"
Width
46.8" 46.8" 46.8"
Splitter Weight w/ Tray
395
lbs. (179kg)
435
lbs. (197kg)
440
lbs. (200kg)
Splitter Weight w/out Tray
363
lbs. (165kg)
403
lbs. (183kg)
408
lbs. (185kg)
Flywheel Weight
55 lbs. (34kg)
74 lbs. (34kg)
74 lbs. (25kg)
Flywheel Diameter
18-1/4" 18-1/4" 18-1/4"
Flywheel Max RPM
400 RPM
400 RPM
400 RPM
*The diameter listed is indicative of the maximum suggested size - a small log can be difficult to split when it contains knots or a
particularly tough fiber. On the other hand, it may not be difficult to split logs with regular fibers even if its diameter exceeds the
maximum indicated above.
Assembling the DR RAPIDFIRE LOG SPLITTER
Tools and Supplies needed:
Utility Knife
Wire Cutters
Gloves
Two 9/16" Wrenches
Installing The Cradle Kit
Parts Supplied in Cradle Kit (
Figure 2):
Item # Part
# Description
Qty
1 ............. 321041 ............ Bolt, Carriage, 3/8-16 X 1", GR5, ZP ..... 6
2 ............. 313601 ............ Cradle, Standard .................................... 2
3 ............. 313581 ............ Mount, Cradle ....................................... 1
4 ............. 333511 ............ Bolt, Hex, Flange, 3/8-16 X 1.25" .......... 4
5 ............. 333331 ............ Nut, Nylon Lock, Flanged, 3/8-16 ......... 10
Compare the contents of the Cradle Shipping Box with the “Parts Supplied” list
above. If you have any questions please contact us at www.DRpower.com or call
1-800-DR-OWNER (376-9637) for assistance.
1. Open the Cradle Box using a Utility Knife.
2. Cut the Straps that secure the Cradles together with Wire Cutters.
3. Support the end of the Beam with a Jack Stand or equivalent to position the
Beam parallel with the ground.
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Figure 2
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