Model: FM6DD-MUL/FM6DDES-MUL/FM4DDE-MUL
IMPORTANT: Read this manual fully before assembly and use and observe all safety rules and operating instruc-tions
Forest Master Direct Drive Garden Mulcher
FM6DD-MUL
FM4DDE-MUL
Page 1: ...6DD MUL FM6DDES MUL FM4DDE MUL IMPORTANT Read this manual fully before assembly and use and observe all safety rules and operating instruc tions Forest Master Direct Drive Garden Mulcher FM6DD MUL FM4...
Page 2: ...Do not insert garden waste that contains stones plastic metal or any other objects may damage the blades Cardboard and paper must be free of staples Please thoroughly read the safety instructions and...
Page 3: ...ontents Title Page No Specifications 4 Safety Instructions 5 Assembly 8 Operation 13 Maintenance 17 Troubleshooting 18 Warranty 21 Exploded Diagram FM6DD MUL FM6DDES MUL 22 Parts List FM6DD MUL FM6DDE...
Page 4: ...208cc 4 Stroke Forest Master 4hp 2800W Electric Motor Fuel Input Petrol 230V Mulcher Blade Twin Reversible Blades Twin Reversible Blades Overall Height 780mm 780mm Overall Length 910mm 910mm Overall...
Page 5: ...helmet and visor or safety glasses and appropriate clothing Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery The mulcher should be operated by one person only Any other bystanders must always be at least 50 f...
Page 6: ...orest Master spare parts for replacements Contact us to arrange Never use the mulcher with damaged or worn cables Never under any conditions remove bend cut fit weld or otherwise alter standard parts...
Page 7: ...perly dispose of the waste Allow the engine to cool completely before storing in any enclosure Never store a machine that has gas in the tank or a fuel container near an open flame or spark such as a...
Page 8: ...6 and secure with a split pin 45 through the small holes on the outer of the axle 46 4 Finally place each dome cap 48 on the ends of the axle 46 and secure the cap by tapping it with a mallet or hamme...
Page 9: ...for instructions on mounting the battery tray this is secured using the bolts that also secure the engine so must be attached at the same time Fasten the engine 60 with the M8 bolts 56 M8 washers 33 M...
Page 10: ...t 72 2 Battery 73 1 Ignition Key 74 2 Attach the battery tray 70 to the underside of the base 42 using the 4 M8x35 bolts 56 and 4 M8 washers 33 that also secure the engine to the base Connect the batt...
Page 11: ...tween the top face of the drum housing and the upper drum mounting bolt 8 Fasten the bottom of the feed hopper 1 to the drum housing 14 using the M6 bolts 51 the M6 washer 41 and the M6 spring washer...
Page 12: ...two bolts on the discharge chute 63 to the top of the drum housing 14 using the M6 nuts 38 M6 spring washers 59 and M6 washers 41 The order of assembly is Nut Spring Washer Washer Discharge Chute Dru...
Page 13: ...TART THE ENGINE FOR THE FIRST TIME WITHOUT FILLING WITH 600 ml OF OIL The engine may have oil residue but the engine is not supplied pre filled Operation Operation STARTING THE ENGINE FM6DD MUL Pull S...
Page 14: ...arting Move the throttle control lever to the SLOW IDLE position Before starting your FM6DDES MUL you should test the pull start to ensure that the cord isn t tight Turn the ignition key to the Start...
Page 15: ...socket Mulcher Operation Do not place any part of your body into the chute when loading This is a very unsafe method and could result in serious injury Do not reach or step across the exit chute whil...
Page 16: ...rum side of the mulcher remove the plastic cap by twisting off anticlockwise and beneath there is a hexagonal section of the drum shaft that can be turned use a 17mm socket to rotate the drum in rever...
Page 17: ...ever that for CE regulation compliance the exit of the discharge chute should be no more than 30mm from the ground The chipper is shipped with the drum set at the correct position to comply with this...
Page 18: ...f the engine on the FM6DD MUL FM6DDES MUL to check the oil level Due to the conditions under which the mulcher may be used the dipstick is not accurate enough the engine must have 600ml of oil To ensu...
Page 19: ...ound to use the second side before they need to be re sharpened If the blades are re sharpened you will need to adjust the base block 26 at the bottom of the drum to close the gap between the edge of...
Page 20: ...uck or has more resistance Check the drum for blockages Is the hopper securing bolt tight If the lower bolt on the hopper is not tightened then the safety cutout will be in operation and the engine wo...
Page 21: ...mulcher isn t operating electric Drum is blocked Refer to removing blockage on Page 16 The engine lacks power or is not running smoothly Petrol Check that the throttle lever is in the RUN position Is...
Page 22: ...nd the base block Adjust the bolts on the base block and move it in or out to close or open the gap Manually rotate the drum to check if it turns smoothly Motor cuts out or does not start Is the motor...
Page 23: ...ecessary IMPORTANT NO RESPONSIBILITY IS ACCEPTED FOR INCORRECT USE OF THIS PRODUCT MODIFICATION OF THIS PRODUCT UNLESS SAID MODIFICATION HAS BEEN AUTHORISED BY FOREST MASTER WILL VOID THE WARRANTY The...
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Page 25: ...ated Washer 5 0 6 1 15 Drum 1 59 Spring Washer 6 3 16 Drum Blade 2 60 Petrol Engine 1 17 Drum Blade Bolt M10x25 4 22 Drum Housing Outer Plate 1 23 Drum Bearing 20 42 12 1 24 Bearing Circlip 1 25 Drum...
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Page 27: ...r Fix Bolt M8 35 4 13 Spring Washer M5 2 57 M8 Lock Nuts 4 14 Drum Housing 1 15 Drum 1 59 Spring Washer 6 3 16 Drum Blade 2 60 Electric Motor 1 17 Drum Blade Bolt M10x25 4 22 Drum Housing Outer Plate...
Page 28: ...hout prior notice The latest version of the handbook and FAQ can be found on our website at https forest master com resources Manufactured for Forest Master Limited Registered Office Forest Master Ltd...
