VERTO 52G590, Instruction Manual

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CAUTION!
The design is assumed to be safe, protection measures and
additional safety systems are used, nevertheless there is always
a small risk of injuries at work.
EXPLANATION OF USED SYMBOLS
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1. Caution.
2. When the device operates do not put hands or legs into
openings in the device.
3. Pay attention to projected objects when working.
4. Danger – rotating blades.
5. Keep safe distance from the tool when working.
6. For outdoor use.
7. Protection class 2.
8. Read all safety instructions.
9. Unplug the device before repair (maintenance).
10. Do not touch any part of the device before it comes to
complete stop.
11. Do not expose the device to rain.
12. All the time when working with the device wear protective
glasses and hearing protectors.
13. Wear protective gloves when working.
14. Do not allow children to access the device.
CONSTRUCTION AND USE
The shredder is driven by single-phase commutator motor with
rotational speed reduced by belt transmission. Rotary disc with two
cutting blades serve as working tool. The shredder features overload
protection.
The shredder is used in gardens for cleaning tasks after maintenance
cutting of trees and bushes. Shredder can easily transform branches
into woodchips. Woodchips can be used as mulch or energy source
for heating.
Use the power tool according to the manufacturer’s instructions
only.
DESCRIPTION OF DRAWING PAGES
Below enumeration refers to the device elements depicted on the
drawing pages of this manual.
1. Switch
2. Safety switch
3. Handle
4. Cover bolt
5. Loading funnel
TRANSLATION OF ORIGINAL MANUAL
SHREDDER
52G590
CAUTION: BEFORE USING THE DEVICE READ THIS MANUAL
CAREFULLY AND KEEP IT FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
DETAILED SAFETY REGULATIONS
• This equipment is not intended for use by persons with restricted
physical, sensory or mental capabilities (including children)
or persons who have no experience or are unfamiliar with the
equipment, unless work is supervised or carried out in accordance
with equipment use instructions handed over by persons
responsible for safety.
• Pay great attention to children so they don’t play with the
equipment.
• Before connecting the tool to mains network make sure the supply
voltage matches the voltage on the rating plate of the tool.
• Caution: Do not put hands into loading funnel or ejector hole
during operation. Cutting blades rotate for few seconds after
switching the machine off.
• Connect the device only to electrical system equipped with
residual current circuit breaker that will cut the power off in less
than 30 ms when earth leakage current exceeds 30 mA.
• When use of extension cord is necessary, always use cord designed
for outdoor use and with protection against water splashes.
• Before starting the device make sure all connections, fixing pieces
and shields are properly fixed, tightened and secured.
• Use the device only in open space, on stable, level ground and in
safe distance from walls and other objects.
• Pay special attention to keep bystanders and animals no closer
than 3 metres from working device.
• Do not start using the device without reading the manual first.
• Make sure the loading funnel is empty before starting the device.
• When operating the device make sure not to keep your face and
other body parts above loading line and in front of the ejector.
Never put your hands or other body parts into loading funnel or
ejector hole. Otherwise, there is high risk of injury to your fingers,
face and eyes.
• Switch off the device before putting the bag on or off.
• Keep firm position of your body during device operation, do not
lean over working device.
• Always stay beyond range of material ejected by the device.
• Pay attention to foreign objects when using the device. Do not
throw in stones, glass, bones, metal and plastics, otherwise they
can damage the cutting blade and be projected through ejector
hole.
• When unusual noise or vibrations appear switch off the shredder
immediately and wait for the cutting mechanism to stop
completely.
• Perform maintenance and cleaning only with the motor switched
off and plug disconnected from mains plug.
• Make sure to keep output holes unobstructed to avoid motor
damage or fire.
• Before leaving the workplace, switch off the tool, wait until the
cutting mechanism stops and remove plug from mains socket.
• Each time before starting the tool check condition of power cord
and extension cord for damages and wear. Do not start the device
if any damage is found.
• Device operator should wear protective glasses, protective gloves
and hearing protectors.
• Unplug the power cord from mains socket before commencing
any activities related to adjustment, repair or maintenance.
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