End of season and storage – DR Power RapidFire 3.0 HP DR (June 2014 - Present) Operating Manual User Manual

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Daily Checklist for the DR PREMIER RAPIDFIRE LOG SPLITTER

To help maintain your DR PREMIER RAPIDFIRE LOG SPLITTER for optimum performance, we recommend you follow this
checklist each time you use your Log Splitter.

[ ] Check the Engine Oil and Gas Tank level.
[ ] Check that Engine is clean of debris.
[ ] Check the general condition of the Log Splitter, e.g.; Nuts, Bolts, Welds, etc.
[ ] Check Tire Pressure and wear.
[ ] Check the Frame for wear and damage.
[ ] Check the Wedge for nicks and wear. Sharpen if needed.
[ ] Apply a rust preventative (Fluid Film or equivalent) to any bare metal areas on the top of the Rail. This will assure the longest

possible service life of the Wedge.

End of Season and Storage

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Change the Engine Oil.

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Clean or replace the Air Filter.

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Check the Wedge for nicks and wear. Sharpen if needed.

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Apply Grease to the Rack and Pinion Teeth.

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Apply a rust preventative (Fluid Film or equivalent) to any bare metal areas on the top of the Rail.

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If your DR PREMIER RAPIDFIRE LOG SPLITTER will be idle for more than 30 days, we recommend using a gas stabilizer. This
will prevent sediment 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 stabilizer or gasoline additive. Run
the Engine for a short time to allow the additive to circulate.

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Clean the exterior of the unit to remove all dirt, grease, and any other foreign material. Clean dirt and debris from the Cylinder
Head Cooling Fins and Muffler area of the Engine. To prevent rust, touch up painted surfaces that have been scratched or
chipped.

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Be sure all Nuts, Bolts, and Screws are securely fastened.

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Remove the Spark Plug and pour about 1 ounce of Motor Oil into the Cylinder hole. Replace the Plug and crank the Engine over a
couple of times using the Pull Cord. This will coat the Piston and seat the Valves to prevent moisture buildup.

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If possible, store the Log Splitter in a dry, protected place. If it is necessary to store the Log Splitter outside, cover it with a
protective material (especially the Engine).

Before performing any maintenance procedure or inspection, stop the engine, wait five minutes to allow all parts to cool.
Disconnect the spark plug wire, keeping it away from the spark plug.