4. OPERATION
Before using, always visually inspect to see
that the blades, blade bolts and cutter
assembly are not worn or damaged. Please
keep power switched off and disconnect the
power supply. Replace worn or damaged
blades and bolts in sets to preserve balance.
If the machine starts to vibrate abnormally
(check immediately):
- inspect for damage,
- replace or repair any damaged parts,
- check for and tighten any loose parts.
Immediately switch of the machine in the
following cases:
- whenever you leave the machine,
- before clearing blockages or unclogging
chute,
- before checking, cleaning or working on
the machine,
- after striking a foreign object. Inspect the
machine for damage and make repairs
before restarting and operating the
machine;
Put the machine on a solid and even
surface at all times. Never tilt or move the
machine when the engine is running.
Switching the machine on/off
Never attempt to put your hand inside the
feeder hopper (1). If you want to push
material into the cutting chamber use the
push stick (8).
• Before starting the machine attach the collec-
tion bag (6) to both hooks of the housing.
• To start the machine, press the ON switch (10).
As a safety feature, the shredder will not start un-
less the hopper securing knob is fully tightened.
• To stop the machine, press the OFF switch (10).
Working instructions
• Branches and pruning waste become harder to
shred depending on the type age and dryness
of the wood. Best results are obtained by shred-
ding fresh, soft cuttings with dry branches.
• The suitability of the shredder for cutting
garden waste which is soft and contains large
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amounts of sap (e.g. pomaceous fruit, wet
plant waste) is limited. This material should be
composted straight away.
• When shredding thick branches, only apply
slight pressure to prevent blocking the shredder.
• Always allow the machine to cool down before
storing.
Replace worn or damaged parts for safety.
Use only genuine replacement parts and
accessories.
Restart protection
This protection prevents accidental machine start
after power failure. When power is restored, turn
on the machine again.
Overload protection
If the machine is exposed to a high load (e.g.
cutting cylinder is blocked), it will stop after a few
seconds. Turn OFF the power and remove the plug.
Push the overload protection reset (9) and then
restart it for use.
Blockages
If the machine gets blocked up at any time, switch
it off at the mains and remove the plug from the
power socket. Turn the upper body knob (11)
anti-clockwise until the upper body become loose.
Pull it up and away from you to reveal the inside of
the shredder. Clear any blockages, (be careful not to
touch the sharp blades, replace the upper body and
re-tighten by turning the knob (11) fully clockwise.
5. MAINTENANCE
Always disconnect the machine from the
main power supply before carrying out any
maintenance work.
Your shredder has been designed to operate over a
long period of time with minimum of maintenance.
Continuous satisfactory operation depends upon
proper care and regular cleaning.
• Keep the shredder clean and dry.
• To clean the shredder, use only mild soap and
a damp cloth. Never let any liquid get inside
the tool and never immerse any part of the tool
into liquid. Do not use any abrasive or solvent -
based cleaner.
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