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General Information and Safety Instructions
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GB
Ire
MODEL: GQS 2540
After SAleS Support
0151 649 1500
1890 946 244
www.einhell.co.uk
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Never use the shredder in the rain or in moist or wet conditions.
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Protect the shredder from the damp and rain.
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Always wear suitable clothing to protect your head, hands and feet from injury.
Wear a helmet, goggles or visor, high boots or strong shoes, long trousers made
of tough material, and work gloves.
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Keep the shredder away from other persons, particularly children and pets.
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Do not use the shredder without an RCD protection device, the maximum operating
current must be not greater than 30mA.
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Keep the air vents clear of dirt.
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After use, unplug the machine and check it for damage.
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When you are not using the shredder, keep it in a dry place out of the reach
of children.
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Check the screws regularly to see that they are properly tightened.
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The mains voltage of your supply must be the same as the voltage specified
on the rating plate.
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Power cables used with the shredder must not be of a lighter duty class than
HO7RN-F rubber insulated flexible cables according to DIN 57282/ VDE 0282 with
a minimum cross sectional area of 1.5 mm
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Plug connectors must be equipped with earthing contacts and the coupling must
be rain-water protected.
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If the Power Cord or plug is damaged do not use the machine. Have the cable
replaced with an approved part by a suitably qualified person.
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Use only original replacement parts for repair and maintenance purposes.
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Have repairs carried out only by a qualified electrician.
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Examine the shredder for signs of wear or damage each time before you use
it and after any collisions. Have essential repairs carried out without delay.
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Never use replacement parts or accessories which are not foreseen or
recommended by the manufacturer.
CAUTION!
The guard is vital for your safety and for the safety of others, and it is also
essential for the shredder to work correctly. Failure to observe this instruction
will not only create a potential hazard, it will also result in the loss of your
rights under the warranty.
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