Forest-Master Fast Fire FM6FFE Manual 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.
PROBLEM
Fails to split logs
Electric motor will not
start
Ram will not retract or
retracts slowly
Drive belt noise
during start up or
splitting operation
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PROBABLE CAUSE
Log is improperly positioned
The sizes or hardness of the log exceeds
the capacity of the machine
Power cord is not plugged in
Fuse or circuit tripped
Damaged power cord
Motor hums but does not start, faulty
capacitor
Debris in the rack system
Return spring is damaged or worn
Drive belt is worn
REMEDY
Refer to "Operation" section for correct
log loading.
Reduce the log sizes before splitting it on
the log splitter
Plug in to power source
Replace fuse or reset breaker
Contact Technical Support
Replace capacitor
Clean / lube rack system periodically
Inspect / replace return spring
Replace drive belt
FM6FF & FM8FF (Electric & Petrol