DR Power Hydraulic 20-Ton - Manual (Page 27)

DR  20-Ton WOOD SPLITTER Safety & Operating Instructions 23
Chapter 5: Maintaining the DR 20-Ton WOOD
SPLITTER
Regular maintenance is the way to ensure the best performance and long life of your
splitter. Please refer to this manual and the engine owner manual for maintenance
procedures. Service intervals listed in the checklist below supercede those listed in the
engine owner manual.
Regular Maintenance Checklist
Note: Service intervals shown are considered maximum under normal operating
conditions. Increase frequencies under extremely dirty or dusty conditions.
Procedure
Before
Each
Use
Every
20
Hours
Every
50
Hours
Every
100
Hours
Check Engine Oil Level ▲
Every
200
Hours or
Annually
Check Hydraulic Fluid Level ▲
Lubricate Push Block and H-beam ▲
Check Wedge(s) for sharpness ▲
Check Hydraulic Hoses for wear,
fraying, kinking or abraded areas
▲
Check the general condition of the
splitter, e.g.; nuts, bolts, welds etc.
▲
Check Tire Pressure ▲
Clean Engine Air Filter ▲
Change Engine Oil
Note:
1 st time after 5 hours of operation ▲
Change Hydraulic Fluid
Note: If the hydraulic fluid becomes contaminated, change it immediately.
▲
Change Hydraulic Fluid Filter
Note:
1 st time after 20 hours of operation, or if the pressure
gauge indicates “Service Filter” (red area).
▲
Clean Engine Exterior & Cooling Fins ▲
Replace Spark Plug ▲
Replace Engine Air Filter ▲
WARNING! When performing any maintenance, you must first shut off
the engine, disconnect the spark plug wire, make sure the hydraulic system is
depressurized and the fluid has cooled. Read the "Safety Considerations"
section of this manual before performing any repairs or maintenance.