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- Page 1 Fast Fire Rapid Log Splitter Model: FMFF (6 & 8 Ton / Electric & Petrol) IMPORTANT: Read this manual fully before assembly and use, and observe all safety rules and operating instructions...
- Page 2 Technical Specification Safety Assembly Know Your Log Splitter Operation Maintenance FAQ / Fault Finding Exploded View Parts List Warranty The Forest Master Fast Fire Log Splitter is a kinetic log splitter that produces either 6 or 8 tons of splitting power, capable of splitting both seasoned and unseasoned wood. This is an electric log splitter, but it can also be fitted with either a Forest Master FM139 or a Honda GX35 petrol engine, which will eliminate the need for wires and cables.
- Page 3 Model (Electric) FM6FFE FM8FFE Minimum log diameter 50 mm 50 mm Maximum log diameter 400 mm 400 mm / 500 mm* Maximum Log Length 520 mm 520 mm Motor 230V 50Hz 230V 50Hz 2200W 2200W IP54 IP54 Flywheel Weight 15 kg 19.5 kg Rotational Speed 465 rpm...
- Page 4 UNDERSTAND YOUR LOG SPLITTER: Read and understand the owner’s manual and labels Symbol on the machine affixed to the log splitter. Learn its application and limitations as well as the specific potential hazards peculiar to it. DRUGS, ALCOHOL AND MEDICATION: Do not operate the log splitter while under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or any medication that could affect your ability to use it properly.
- Page 5 Symbol on Do not change the engine governor settings or over-speed the engine. The governor controls the machine the maximum safe operating speed of the engine. Do not run the engine at a high speed when you are not working. KEEP VISITORS AND CHILDREN AWAY: The log splitter must be always operated by one person only.
- Page 6 Before using the log splitter, check all bolts securing the panels of the guard together, the bolts that secure the cage to the work bench and the bolts that secure the work bench to the log splitter to ensure they are secure. DO NOT place fingers or other objects through the holes in the top and angled panels, these holes are only to allow you to view the log.
- Page 7 Number Part Log Splitter Front Castors Rear Wheels Stand Long Brace Stand Rear Axle Stand Front Foot Stand Front Leg Stand Rear Legs Safety Cage Sides Safety Cage Bench Operating Handle Long Stub Axle Short Stub Axle Bench Mounts FM6FF & FM8FF (Electric & Petrol)
- Page 8 Note that due to the weight of the item, assembly requires two persons For shipping the rear leg mount is fitted in a reversed position. Before use, remove the bolt securing this, turn the mount through 180 degrees and secure with the bolt. rear leg mount reversed correct position...
- Page 9 Attach the operating lever handle (part 11) to rack engaging lever on the log spliiter. The bolt and nut for securing the handle have been fitted to it for shipping. Stand Assembly As has already been stated, because of the weight of the splitter, it will require two persons to attach it to the stand The bolts and nuts necessary to attach all the stand components have been fitted to the components for shipping.
- Page 10 Fasten the castors (part 2) to the front foot (part 6). Use the plate nuts that are fitted to the castors for shipping. The nut on the plate nut is offset to one end of the plate to make it easier to locate the nut over the hole in the front foot.
- Page 11 Remove the bolts and nuts from the bottom of the rear legs. Attach the Stand Rear Axle (part 5) to the bottom of the rear legs using the bolts and nuts. Attach the rear wheels (part 3) to the axles using the split pins provided. These go through the holes in the end of the axles.
- Page 12 Although the work bench is the best way to support the logs, for customers outside of the EU, a set of basic log rails can be purchased to be used in place of the work bench. These are available on our website https://forest-master.com/product/log-guide-rail-for-all-fm8-fm5-log-splitters/. The work bench & guard package contains...
- Page 13 Attaching The Work Bench For shipping, the rear mounting brackets are fastened to the faces to which they attach, in a reversed position. Before assembly, remove the long mounting bracket (it will be re-attached later) and remove then reverse the short rear bracket. Note that it must still be fixed to the inner face of the rear side. REMOVE REVERSE Attach the work bench to the log rail mounting points using the Bench Mounts (part 14), M6x40 cap...
- Page 14 The following steps for fitting the safety guard are only necessary in the EU. Outside of the EU you can go staright to page 18. Fit the long rear mounting bracket to the inside face of the long rear edge of the tray and the rear cage panel to the outside face, using 2 M6x16 cap head bolts, 4 M6 flat washers and 2 M6 nyloc nuts.
- Page 15 Attach the shorter of the two plain guard panels to the right side of the work bench. For the orientation of the panel see the diagram below. Use 3 M6x12 button head bolts, 6 M6 flat washers (1 under each bolt head and 1 under each nut) and 3 M6 nyloc nuts.
- Page 16 BOTTOM REAR FRONT REAR FRONT BOTTOM Long Angled Panel Short Angled Panel LEFT REAR FRONT RIGHT Top Panel Fasten the assembled top section to the side panels and the rear panel using 10 M6x12 button head bolts, 20 M6 flat washers one either side of the panels for each bolt and an 10 M6 nyloc nut. Note that the flanges of the angled panels go outside of the plain side panels.
- Page 17 No. Description Rear Guard Panel Long Plain Panel Long Angled Panel Top Panel Short Angled Panel Short Plain Panel Work Bench Short Rear Bracket Long Rear Bracket 10 M6x16 Cap Head Bolts 11 M6x12 Button Head Bolt Used for all cage bolts 12 M6 Flat Washer 13 M6 Nyloc Nut 14 M6 Spring Washer...
- Page 18 Ram Engaging Lever Safety Guard Wedge Work Bench Hand Holds Stand (TW model only) Locking Castors (minor moving only) Motor / Engine Start Button / Pull Start Wheels (minor moving only) Pusher FM6FF & FM8FF (Electric & Petrol...
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Page 19: Operating Conditions
OPERATING CONDITIONS This log splitter is a home use model. It is designed for operating under ambient temperatures between +5°C and 40°C and for installation at altitudes no more than 1000m above M.S.L. The surrounding humidity should be less than 50% at 40°C. It can be stored or transported under ambient temperatures between -25°C and 55°C. - Page 20 Place the log hard against the splitting wedge. DO NOT place the log against the ram Split the log in the direction of its growing grain. Do not place the log across the log splitter for splitting. It may be dangerous and may seriously damage the machine. Do not attempt to split 2 pieces of log at the same time.
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Page 21: Splitting A Log
SPLITTING A LOG engaging lever Stand towards the rear of the log splitter, on the opposite side to the flywheel. motor To split a log with the electric version, press and hold start the button to start the motor. Once the flywheel has button spun up, push the ram engaging lever fully forward. - Page 22 PETROL ENGINE For maintenance and trouble shooting of the petrol engine, see the manufacturer’s handbook included separately. STORAGE This machine should be dried before storing and must be stored in an enclosed dry environment. If it is left in a damp humid environment then water damage may occur to the motor. It should not be stored under a wood store.
- Page 23 FM6FF & FM8FF (Electric & Petrol)
- Page 24 Description QTV. Description QTV. Body 40 Hex. Bolts M8×60 Bushing Φ10 41 Hex. Bolts M6×20 Bushing Φ12 42 Spring Washers Φ6×1.6 Gear Shaft 43 Hex. Bolts M6×25 Big Washer 44 Hex. Bolts M6×35 Bearings NUP1006 45 Lock Nuts M6 Keys 46 Hex.
- Page 25 Description QTV. Description QTV. 79 Cam Link Arm 118 Cage-04 80 CSK M8 119 Cage-05 81 Shoulder Bolt Φ8-M6 120 Hex. Socket Button Screw M6 82 Socket Head Cap Bolt M6x30 83 Cam Spacer 84 Flat washers Φ8 85 Bracket-A 86 Bracket-B 87 Bracket-C 88 Square Tube-A...
- Page 26 This product carries a limited parts warranty for 1 year from the date of purchase. Please keep your proof of purchase as this will be required for any claim. Should this product become defective, contact the store where it was purchased and either replacement parts will be issued, it will be repaired or it will be replaced free of charge.
- Page 27 FM6FF & FM8FF (Electric & Petrol)
- Page 28 Manufactured under license for Forest Master Limited. Registered Office: Forest Master Ltd, Industry Road, Heaton, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE6 5XB, United Kingdom. Tel: +44 191 2966939 email: info@forest-master.com - web: www.forest-master.com FM6FF & FM8FF (Electric & Petrol...
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