Forest Master Model: FM6DD/FM4DDE
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Safety
Safety with Petrol (FM6DD)
Petrol is a highly flammable liquid. Petrol also gives off flammable vapour that can
be easily ignited and cause a fire or explosion. Never overlook the hazards of petrol.
Always follow these precautions:
• Never run the engine in an enclosed area or without proper ventilation as the
exhaust from the engine contains carbon monoxide, which is an odourless,
tasteless and a deadly poisonous gas.
• Store all fuel and oil in containers specifically designed and approved for this
purpose and keep away from heat, open flame and the reach of children.
• Replace rubber fuel lines and grommets when worn or damaged and after 5
years of use.
• Fill the petrol tank outdoors with the engine off and allow the engine to cool
completely. Don’t handle gasoline if you or anyone nearby is smoking, or if
you’re near anything that could cause it to ignite or explode. Re-install the fuel
tank cap and fuel container cap securely.
• If you spill petrol, do not attempt to start the engine. Move the machine away
from the area of the spill and avoid creating any source of ignition until the gas
vapours have dissipated. Wipe up any fuel to prevent fire hazard and properly
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 water heater, space heater, clothes dryer or furnace.
• Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine running. Shut down the
engine, disconnect the spark plug wire, keeping it away from the spark plug
to prevent accidental starting, wait 5 minutes before making adjustments or
repairs.
• Never tamper with the engine’s governor setting. The governor controls the
safe operation speed and protects the engine. Over-speeding the engine is
dangerous and will cause damage to the engine and to the other moving parts
of the machine. If required, see your authorised dealer for engine governor
adjustments.
• Keep combustible substances away from the engine when it is hot.
• Never cover the machine while the exhaust is still hot.
• Do not operate the engine with the air cleaner or carburettor air intake cover
removed. Removal of such parts could create a fire hazard. Do not use flammable
solutions to clean the air filter.
• The exhaust and engine become very hot and can cause a severe burn; do not
touch.
This list of warnings and cautions cannot be all-inclusive. If situations occur
that are not covered by this manual, the operator must apply common sense
and operate the wood chipper in a safe manner. Contact the dealers for
assistance in your area.
