Operating Conditions; Electrical Requirements - Forest-Master Fast Fire FM6FFE Manual

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.

ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS

Connect the main leads to a standard 230V±10% (50Hz±1Hz) electrical supply which has
protection devices of under-voltage, over-voltage and over-current as well as a residual current
device (RCD) which is maximum residual current rated at 0.03A.
This equipment is fitted with a UK 3 pin mains electricity plug and is supplied with a 2 pin
adapter for use where necessary. DO NOT remove the 3 pin mains electricity plug and fit a 2
pin mains electricity plug.
TWO HANDED CONTROL
This log splitter is equipped with a control system that requires operation by both hands of the user.
One hand controls the lever that engages the ram, while the other hand controls the push button
starter switch (electric) or the throttle control (petrol).
Never move the lever before pressing the button or the throttle.
PETROL ENGINE
The petrol engine is supplied without fuel and oil. Before use, fill the engine with fuel and oil as
specified in the engine manufacturers handbook, included separately.
Start the engine following the procedure given in the engine manufacturers handbook.
POSITIONING THE LOG
Always set logs firmly on the log retaining plates
and work table. Make sure logs will not twist,
rock or slip while being split. Do not force the
blade by splitting the log on the upper part. This
will break the blade or damage the machine.
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