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Reversing, sharpening and replacing the blade
Usage
• Use a screwdriver to block the blade plate
18
. Slot the
screwdriver into the access hole
20
and carefully turn the
blade plate
18
until one of the two blocking apertures
appear. Now block the blade plate
18
by slotting the
screwdriver right through it.
• Use the allen key
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, you will find this in the recess in
the housing of the shredder after you have removed the
hopper housing, to loosen the allen bolt
19
in the centre
of the blade plate
18
. Remove the blade
20
from its seat.
• The blade can be reversed, otherwise sharpen or replace
any blunt or damaged blades as necessary. Replacement
blades can be obtained by calling the aftersales helpline.
• Refit the blade onto the blade plate ensuring it is seated
in its correct position. Refit the washer and allen bolt and
tighten securely.
• Refit the the hopper housing onto the shredder housing
securely. The bottom of the hopper housing should be
hooked into the main housing for a correct fit. Ensure the
interlock retainer is tightened. The machine may not start
if the housing has not been correctly fitted.
