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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Important safety instructions
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Electrical requirements
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Safety symbols
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Know your electric leaf shredder
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Assembly 8
Operation 12
Maintenance 14
Storage 15
Technical data
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Warranty 17
Please read all of the safety precautions before operating this machine.
Warning
Could cause injury or death if not followed
CaUTiOn
Could damage machine if not followed
CaUTiOn
Before using this electric tool, carefully read and observe the safety
rules and instructions listed below. Before starting work
,
make sure
that you know how to stop the machine in case of an emergency.
The incorrect use of this machine could cause serious injury. Keep
these instructions in a safe place and on hand so that they can be
consulted when required.
Warning
Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure to follow all
warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire or serious
injury.
Warning
When using electric gardening appliances, basic safety precautions
should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock
and personal injury.
Warning
The leaf shredder is designed to shred leaves, grass clippings, pine
needles etc, it can not be used to shred branches, sticks or brush.
The machine is only for household use, not commercial use.
GENERAL SAFETY RULES
1. Become familiar with all sections of this owners manual before attempting to operate
the shredder. This shredder should be used solely for the purpose it was intended.
2. Use only parts or accessories specifically designed for use with this shredder. Using
other parts or accessories could increase risk of injury.
3. Keep children Away – all bystanders should be kept at a distance from the work area.
4. Never allow your hands or any part of your body or clothing inside the upper housing
area.
5. Avoid dangerous environments – do not use shredder in damp or wet locations. Do
not operate or store shredder in wet areas. Do not operate in rain. Store indoors in a
dry, secure location. Keep out of reach of children.
6. This shredder should be operated on a solid, level surface.
7. Dress properly – do not wear loose clothing or jewelry, they can be caught in
moving parts. Use of work gloves and substantial footwear is advised when working
outdoors. Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.
8. Stay alert – Watch what you are doing. Use common sense. Do not operate shredder
when you are tired.
9. Do not abuse power or extension cords – Never carry unit by its power cord or yank
cord to disconnect from receptacle. Keep all cords clean and away from heat, oil and
sharp edges and inspect for damage before each use.
10. Ground unit properly. Follow instructions on page 5 when connecting to electrical
outlet.
11. Warning – To reduce the risk of electrical shock, use only an extension cord intended
for outdoor use. See page 4 for additional information on extension cords.
12. Ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) protection should be provided on the circuit(s)
or outlet(s) to be used for this shredder. Receptacles are available having built-in
GFCI protection and may be used for this measure of safety.
13. If it is necessary for any reason to inspect, clean or repair the shredder, turn the
shredder off and wait until it comes to a complete stop, then disconnect the power
cord before attempting such inspection or repair.
14. Disconnect shredder from the power source when not in use, before servicing, and
when changing cutting lines.
YF8000 Operating Manual
IMpORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
IMpORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
