Forest Master Model: FM6DD-MUL/FM6DDES-MUL/FM4DDE-MUL
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Operation
Engine Operation for FM4DDE-MUL Electric Mulcher
Starting the Motor
• Plug the power cable into a 230V mains socket or extension cable that is no
longer than 10m and has a wire size of 2.5mm
2
. The extension cable must be no
thinner than the cable fitted to the mulcher. For the UK the motor plug is fitted
with a 13 amp machine fuse and the motor is protected by a 10 amp trip . EU
models are fitted with a 16 amp plug and a 13 amp trip. Do not use any type of
fuse other than a machine fuse.
• Press the green “ON” button.
• Run the motor for 1 - 2 minutes to ensure the mulcher is running freely before
use.
Stopping
Ensure no fragments remain inside the mulcher when turning it off. Allow to run for
1 min without feeding in any material before stopping the chipper. This will help to
avoid the risk of blockage for the next time you start the machine.
• Press the red “OFF” button.
• Disconnect the power cable from the mains 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 whilst the mulcher is running. This is
very unsafe and could result in serious injury.
• The mulcher works best with the discharge chute pointing downwards as it
reduces the chance of the mulched material blocking the discharge chute.
• Do not use the mulcher in wet conditions.
• If mulching wet material the discharge chute should point fully down.
• When loading garden waste, etc, place against the bottom side of the chute
and let the machine take the garden material into the blades. Do not push the
material into the blades as this could damage the machine.
• Do not over load the mulcher. Let previous material go through the blades before
adding more.
Stopping the Engine
Ensure no fragments remain inside the mulcher when turning it off. Allow to run for
1 min without feeding in any material before stopping the chipper. This will help to
avoid the risk of blockage for the next time you start the machine.
• Move the throttle lever to “IDLE”
• Turn the ignition switch to the “OFF” position.
