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WDS 5.4, 5 -TON ELECTRIC WOOD SPLITTER
Figure 10
4. Connect the electric cord from the wood splitter to a standard electrical, 110-120VAC, grounded
power source fused at 15 AMPS. If using an extension cord, it must be 12AWG and less than 33
feet long with a rating of 15 AMPS. Route the cord from the wood splitter to the power source in
such a way that safeguards against damaging the cord during the wood splitting session. Be sure
to avoid wet conditions.
5. Turn ON the Motor, then cycle the Ram several times using the Operating Handle. After cycling, if
the Ram does not travel to within 5" of the wedge, proceed to steps 6 through 8.
6. Check the hydraulic fluid level by tipping the machine up on the Wheels and Rear Handle.
Clean
the area around the Hydraulic Fluid Fill/Drain Port (Figure 10) and then, using the 6mm Hex
Wrench provided, unscrew the Dipstick located in the Hydraulic Fluid Fill/Drain Port.
7. Clean the Dipstick and check the level (do not screw the Dipstick down when checking); it should
be between the two marks on the Dipstick. If the fluid is too high, simply pour out a little at a time
into a suitable container by tilting the wood splitter. If the fluid is too low, add an AW32 hydraulic
fluid, a little at a time until the level falls between the two marks on the dipstick.
8. Clean the Dipstick and the O-ring seal thoroughly and reinstall being careful not to damage the
threads of the aluminum Hydraulic Fluid Cylinder End Cover.
Tip: In cold weather, cycle the Ram to warm-up the hydraulic fluid. This will provide full power from your
DR 5 -TON ELECTRIC WOOD SPLITTER.
Dipstick and Hydraulic Fluid Port