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STORING THE GARDEN SHREDDER AFTER USE
Store the shredder in a dry place, away from children or animals.
REPAIR AND SERVICE
Repairs and servicing must only be performed by authorised dealers and service agents.
CAUTION
Never cut during wet or damp conditions.
MAINTAINANCE AND CLEANING
Disconnect the plug and wait for the blades to come to a standstill before
carrying out any maintenance or cleaning operations.
Clean the shredder by brushing away dirt and waste residue that may be caught in
the cutter. Wipe the motor housing clean with a damp cloth or hand brush. DO NOT
use running water, solvents, strong detergents or a high pressure washer to clean the
shredder.
Lubrication: The appliance does not need any extra lubrication.
Switch the shredder off immediately if the machine starts to shake or produce
abnormal noise. Disconnect the plug and check for damage.
Damaged cutting blades must be repaired or changed by qualified service agents
only.
PRESSURE PLATE ADJUSTMENT:
WARNING
Ensure the shredder is turned on when adjusting the pressure plate.
Adjusting the pressure plate while the motor is turned off will damage the
shredder.
WARNING
Ensure the shredder is turned on when adjusting the pressure plate
with
the motor running in the forward direction
(figure 13 shows forward
position/direction)
WARNING:
Adjusting the pressure plate should only be attempted when
deemed totally necessary. Adjusting the pressure plate too often or too far
could cause excessive wear or failure. Before adjusting the pressure plate,
always check that the pressure plate does not have excessive wear. If the
pressure plate has excessive wear, it must be replaced by an authorised
service agent.
If the shredder fails to shred material, the pressure plate can be adjusted (figure 10 &
11).
With the motor running in the forward direction
, turn the adjusting screw or dial
very slowly and slightly in a clockwise direction
until fine aluminium chips fall out
of the discharge opening, then stop adjusting the pressure plate. There will be an
audible noise when the pressure plate makes contact with the blades.