DR Power Hydraulic 22-Ton - Manual (Page 32)

32 DR ® 22-TON VERTICAL/HORIZONTAL WOOD SPLITTER
General Maintenance Check (before operating)
The hydraulic system (hoses, cylinder, and pump) should be carefully inspected before each use. Also,
inspect the mechanical parts at the same time. Make sure all clamps, nuts, bolts, fittings, etc. are
properly installed and tightened.
Always replace frayed, kinked, or cracked hoses and/or other damaged hydraulic components with DR
Power Equipment authorized parts and components specified in the “Parts” section (Chapter 7) of this
manual. Replacement parts from secondary suppliers (not original DR Power Equipment replacement
parts) can lead to product damage and/or personal injury, and will void the warranty.
Should it become necessary to loosen or remove any hydraulic fitting or line, be sure to relieve all
hydraulic pressure by shutting off the engine, removing the spark plug wire, and moving the valve
control handle back and forth several times until no cylinder movement is visible.
Engine Service
Refer to the engine manufacturers’ manual for engine maintenance, repair and storage.
Rail Maintenance
Between each use of the WOOD SPLITTER, we recommend applying 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 wear pads.
DO NOT CHECK FOR LEAKS WITH YOUR HAND. LEAKS CAN BE LOCATED BY PASSING A PIECE OF
CARDBOARD OR WOOD AROUND THE SUSPECTED LEAK AND LOOKING FOR DISCOLORATION.
HIGH-PRESSURE FLUID ESCAPING FROM A VERY SMALL HOLE CAN BE ALMOST INVISIBLE. ESCAPING
FLUID UNDER PRESSURE CAN HAVE SUFFICIENT FORCE TO PENETRATE SKIN, CAUSING SERIOUS
INJURY OR EVEN DEATH. IF FLUID IS INJECTED INTO YOUR SKIN, IT MUST BE TREATED IMMEDIATELY
BY A DOCTOR FAMILIAR WITH THIS TYPE OF INJURY.
DO NOT REMOVE THE CAP FROM THE HYDRAULIC TANK OR RESERVOIR WHILE THE WOOD
SPLITTER IS RUNNING. HOT FLUID, UNDER PRESSURE, COULD BE EXPELLED RESULTING IN SERIOUS
INJURY.