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Carefully read the
operating manual
and the safety
instructions be-
fore starting the
machine and
observe the in-
structions when
operating.
Switch off the mo-
tor and disconnect
the mains plug
before performing
cleaning, mainte-
nance or repair
work.
Danger – objects
may be thrown
out at high speed
when motor is
running. Keep
bystanders, pets
and domestic
animals out of the
danger area.
Danger – rotating
blades. Keep
hands and feet out
of openings while
machine is running.
Wear eye and
ear protection.
Wear protective
gloves.
Protect against
humidity.
Do not use as
footstep.
Material is cut
Material is not cut
Retaining basket locked
Retaining basket unlocked
Electrical devices do not go into the domestic rubbish.
Give devices, accessories and packaging to an eco-
friendly recycling.
According to the European Directive 2012/19/EU on electrical
and electronic scrap, electrical devices that are no longer ser-
viceable must be separately collected and brought to a facility
for an environmentally compatible recycling.
This product complies with European regulations spe-
cifically applicable to it.
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Potential hazard or hazardous situation.
Failure to
observe this instruction may lead to injuries or cause
damage to property.
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Important information on proper handling.
Failure to
observe this instruction may lead to faults.
User information.
This information helps you to use all
the functions optimally.
Assembly, operation and servicing.
Here you are
explained exactly what to do.
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The proper use includes the shredding of
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all types of branches up to a max. diameter (depending on
wood species and freshness)
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wilted, moist garden refuse that has already been stored for
several days, alternating with branches
Shredding of glass, metal, plastic parts, plastic bags, stones,
fabric cut-offs, roots with soil, waste without solid consistency
(e.g. kitchen scraps) is explicitly excluded.
The garden shredders are suitable for private use in gardens and
allotments.
As garden shredders for private gardens and allotments are con-
sidered such devices that are not applied in public facilities,
parks, and sports facilities as well as in agriculture and forestry on
a commercial basis.
The intended usage also includes compliance with the operating,
servicing and repair conditions prescribed by the manufacturer
and following the safety instructions included in the instructions.
Any other use is deemed not to be use as prescribed. The manu-
facturer is not liable for any type of damage resulting from this:
the user bears the sole risk.
Unauthorised modifications on the garden shredder exclude a
liability of the manufacturer for damages of any kind resulting
from it.
Only persons who are familiarised with the device and informed
about possible risks are allowed to prepare, operate and service
this device. Repair works may only be carried out by us or by a
customer service agent nominated by us.
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Even if used properly, residual risks can exist even if the relevant
safety regulations are complied with due to the design determined
by the intended purpose.
Residual risks can be minimised if the “Safety instructions” and
the “Intended usage” as well as the whole of the operating in-
structions are observed.
Observing these instructions, and taking proper care, will reduce
the risk of personal injury or damage to the equipment.
Risk of injury to the fingers and hands, if your hand grasps
through an opening and reaches the blade unit.
Risk of injury to the fingers and hands, when carrying out
assembly work and cleaning on the blade unit.
Injury by the chopped material spinning away near the hop-
per.
Risk from electricity when using improper electrical connec-
tions.
Touching live parts of opened electrical components.
Impairment of hearing when working on the machine for long-
er periods of time without ear protection.
In addition, in spite of all the precautionary measures taken, non-
obvious residual risks can still exist.
