DR Power Hydraulic 20-Ton - Manual (Page 36)

32 DR  20-Ton WOOD SPLITTER Safety & Operating Instructions
Symptom Possible Cause
The engine
lacks power or
is not running
smoothly.
(Please refer to
the engine
manufacturer’s
owner’s manual
for engine-
specific
procedures.)
⇒ Check the throttle travel. See page 19.
⇒ Is the choke pushed all the way in (Open)? See page
19.
⇒ Is the air filter clean? If it’s dirty, change it following the
procedure in the engine manufacturer’s owner’s
manual.
⇒ Is the spark plug clean? If it’s fouled or cracked,
change it. If it’s oily, leave it out, hold a rag over the
plug hole and pull your recoil cord several times to
blow out any oil in 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 one month.
⇒ Does your engine have the right amount of clean oil?
If it’s dirty, change it following the procedure in the
engine manufacturer’s owner’s manual.
⇒ Check the oil level and adjust as needed.
⇒ If your engine still lacks power, call 1(800) DR-
OWNER (376-9637) for assistance.
Engine smokes. ⇒ Check the oil level and adjust as needed.
⇒ Check the air filter and clean or replace if needed.
⇒ You may be using the wrong oil—too light for the
temperature. Refer to your Engine Manufacturer's
Owner’s Manual for detailed information.
⇒ Clean the cooling fins if they’re dirty.
⇒ If the engine still smokes, call 1(800) DR-OWNER
(376-9637) for assistance.
Splitter wheels
tracking left or
right while being
towed. ⇒ Check the tire pressure. There should be 60 psi in
each tire.
Push Ram will
not move or is
slow to respond.
⇒ The hydraulic fluid may be low. Check and adjust the
level as required. See page 26.
⇒ The hydraulic fluid filter may be dirty or plugged. See
page 26.