Forest-Master FM5 Handbuch Seite 11

AIR BLEED SCREW
Before operating the log splitter, the Bleed Screw
should be loosened a few turns until air can flow
in and out of the oil tank smoothly. To avoid a
log hitting the bleed screw, ensure the wings are
level. Air flow through the Bleed Screw hole should
be detectable during log splitter operation. Before
moving the log splitter, make sure the Bleed Screw
is tightened to avoid oil leaking from this point.
To split a log, press and hold the button to start the electric motor
(or throttle for the petrol engine) then move the lever to advance
the ram.
Never move the lever before pressing the button or the throttle.
IMPORTANT: failure to loosen the bleed screw will keep
air sealed in the hydraulic system, being compressed and
being decompressed. Such continuous air compression
and decompression will blow out the seals of the hydraulic
system and cause permanent damage to the log splitter.
FM5, FM8 & FM10 (All Versions)
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 hydraulic
control lever while the other hand
controls the push button switch or
throttle control. The log splitter will
freeze upon absence of either hand.
Only after both hands release the
controls, will the log pusher start
to return backward to the starting
position.
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