Ryobi RGS-2540, Owner'S Operating Manual

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OPERATION
1. Press the switch marked “I” to start the motor.
(Fig. 5)
2. Press the “circuit breaker” button if the machine does not
work, ensure you have connected to the power supply. (Fig. 5)
3. When the motor has been running for a few seconds you can
commence shredding.
STARTING THE SHREDDER
The circuit breaker will be activated in the following circumstances:
•
A build up of shredded material around the cutting disc.
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If the material being shredded is greater then the motor capacity.
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Where there is too much resistance against the cutting blade.
WARNING!
1. Press the switch marked “o” to stop the motor. (Fig. 5)
2. Disconnected to the power supply.
STOPPING THE SHREDDER
Never slacken off the tightening knob without having turned off
the On/Off switch and pulled the plug out off the socket.
WARNING!
The shredder will stop within 5 seconds after switching off.
WARNING!
1. Ensure that the shredder is switched off and disconnected
from the mains supply.
2. Remove the top feed assembly by unscrewing the rear
cover knob securing it to the body of the machine.
3. Uninstall the blade defend block (14). (Fig.8)
4. It is recommended that work gloves be used when
replacing the blades.
5. The blades have two cutting edges. When the blades become
worn they can be reversed to use the second cutting edge.
6. Lock the blade disc by a screwdriver. Unscrew the two inner
hexagonal headed bolts (15) and note the position of the
cutting angle of the blade. (Fig.9)
7. Remove the blade and rotate it through 180 degrees and fit
the blade to the blade disc ensuring that the blunt cutting
edge is facing downwards.
8. Repeat this for the other blade.
REPLACE THE BLADES
1. Load the material into the hopper. (Fig. 6)
2. Insert the flat push stick into the in-feed chute pushing the
material onto the blade disc. (Fig. 7)
3. Wait until all the material has been shredder before adding
more material.
USING THE FLAT PUSH STICK
There is a flat push stick provided to aid feeding less bulky
material such as small twigs, leaves, other garden waste and
vegetation into the in-feed chute.
When both cutting edges of the blade have become worn they must
be replaced as a pair. The blades can be re-sharpened, but this
must be done by an experienced person using an oil stone. We do
not recommend this be done as the weight of each blade is critical
to maintain the balance of the cutting disc. Any imbalance could
cause damage to the machine and possible injury to the operator.
NOTE: Your fingers must never enter the in-feed chute.
NOTE: Never use the tool if the hopper is not fitted.
NOTE: Do not over reach.
1. When the appliance is stopped for servicing, inspection, or
storage, or to change an accessory, switch off and pull the
plug from the mains supply before making any inspections,
adjustments, etc.
2. If an extension cord is used it shall not be of lighter grade than
the supply cord already fitted to the appliance.
3. Check the supply and any extension cord regularly for damage
or signs of ageing. Do not use the appliance, if the cords are
damaged.
4. When servicing the cutting means be aware that, even though
the motor will not start due to the interlock feature of the guard,
the cutting means can still be moved if the motor is turned
by hand.
5. Never attempt to override the interlock feature of the guarding.
6. Remove deposited matter from the machine using a brush.
7. Always clean the machine after use. Clean the plastic body
and plastic parts using soap and a moist cloth. Do not use
aggressive agents or solvents for cleaning.
8. Never clean the shredder with a jet of water or by rinsing. Make
sure that no water is allowed to enter into the shredder.Use
only according to the instruction of the manual.
MAINTANENCE
Warning: During maintenance and cleaning ensure the machine
is disconnected from the mains.
WARNING!