Ryobi RSH2545B, Original Instructions Manual

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damage to the motor or possible fire.
■ Keep the power cord away from heat, oil
and sharp edges.
■ If the supply cord is damaged, it must be
replaced by the manufacturer, its service
agent or similarly qualified persons in order
to avoid a hazard.
■ If you need to use an extension cord
ensure it is suitable for outdoor use and
has a current capacity rating sufficient to
supply your product. The extension cord
cable should be marked with either “H05
RN-F” or “H05 VVF”. Check it before every
use for damage; always uncoil it during
use because coiled cords can overheat.
Damaged extension cords should not be
repaired; they should be replaced with an
equivalent type.
■ Make sure the power cord is positioned so
that it cannot be damaged by the cutting
means and will not be stepped on, tripped
over or otherwise subjected to damage or
stress.
■ A power spike during motor start-up
causes voltage fluctuations which may
affect other electrical products in the same
power circuit. Connect the product to a
power supply with an impedance equal to
or less than 0.404 Ω to minimise voltage
fluctuations. Contact your electric power
supplier for further clarification.
ELECTRIC IMPACT SHREDDER SAFETY
RULES
OPERATION
■ Do not use the product in bad weather
conditions especially when there is a risk
of lightning.
■ Before starting the product, make certain
that the feeding chamber is empty.
■ The product will not operate if the collection
box is not properly fitted or the shredder
housing is not properly closed and the
shredder housing knob is not fully screwed
in. The collection box and shredder housing
are protected by safety interlocks that help
to prevent accidental contact with moving
parts that will result in serious injury.
■ Keep your face and body away from the
feed intake opening.
■ Do not allow hands, any other part of
the body, or clothing inside the feeding
chamber, discharge chute, or near any
moving part.
■ Do not overreach. Keep proper balance
and footing at all times. Never stand at a
higher level than the base of the product
when feeding material into it.
■ Always stand clear of the discharge zone
when operating the product.
■ When feeding material into the product
be extremely careful that pieces of metal,
rocks, bottles, cans, or other foreign objects
are not included.
■ If the cutting mechanism strikes any foreign
object or if the product starts making any
unusual noise or vibration, immediately
shut off the motor by pressing the off
switch. Allow the product to stop and
disconnect the product from the supply.
Take the following steps before restarting
and operating the product:
● inspect for damage
● replace or repair any damaged parts
● check for and tighten any loose parts
■ Do not allow processed material to build
up in the discharge zone; this may prevent
proper discharge and can result in kickback
of material through the feed intake opening.
■ If the product becomes clogged, stop the
motor by pressing the OFF switch and
disconnect the product from the mains
supply. Ensure that all moving parts have
stopped before opening the shredder
housing or attempting to clear the blockage.
■ Never operate the product with defective
guards or shields or without safety devices,
such as debris collector, in place.
■ Keep the ventilation openings clear of
debris and other accumulations to prevent
damage to the motor or possible fire.
■ Do not transport the product while the
motor is running.
■ Stop the product, disconnect from the
power supply and ensure that all moving
parts have come to a complete stop:
● before emptying the collection box
● before leaving the product unattended
● before clearing blockages or unclogging
chute
● before checking, cleaning or working on
the product
■ Do not tilt the product while the motor is