Fig. 7
NOTE
: It is dangerous to use the machine without the hopper. (Fig. 7)
How do I use this product?
Before using the machine, read the instructions thoroughly and acquaint yourself
with the features of the machine.
Before inspecting or servicing any part of the appliance, switch off, pull the plug
from the mains and make sure that all moving parts have come to a complete
stop.
1. Inspect the material to be shredded before starting. Remove any objects or
debris that could be thrown, jammed or become entangled in the blades.
Remove any soil from root balls. Foreign bodies like stones, glass, metals,
fabrics, or plastics must not enter the in-feed chute, these could damage the
blades.
2. Always place the machine on firm level ground. During operation, do not tilt or
move.
3. Allow the cutting blades to reach full speed before feeding the material into
the in-feed chute.
4. Use the machine to shred the following materials only:
Twigs and branches (Max. diameter 40mm)
Waste from pruning bushes
Waste from trimming hedges
Plant material and other garden waste
Leaves and plant roots (remove soil from roots before shredding)
5. Do not fill soft waste such as kitchen rubbish into the shredder, but compost
them.
6. Feed the material to be shredded into the corner of the in-feed chute, if it is
not too bulky, the material will be drawn in by the blades.
7. Only insert as much material so that the in-feed chute will not be blocked up.
8.
Warning
: Long material extending out from the machine could lash out when
being drawn in by the blades. Please keep at safe distance.
9. Ensure the shredded material can fall freely from the discharge chute.
10. To make finer compost the shredded material can be shredded for a second
time.
11. Do not allow the shredded material to build up to a level where it blocks the
discharge chute. If the material builds up too far it could reach the cutting
blades and be thrown out of the in-feed chute.
12. Organic material contains a large amount of water and sap that can stick to
the shredder. To avoid this the material should be left for a few days to dry
out. Large branches however are best shredded when they are fresh.
13. If during cutting the blade stalls, stop the shredder immediately and
disconnect it from the mains supply before investigating the cause.
14. Remove any jammed debris from the blades and examine them for any
damage before re-commencing shredding.
15. If the blade has stalled for more than 5 seconds the safety overload switch will
operate and switch the machine off. Allow the machine to cool down for at
least 1 minute before re-starting. Push the overload switch first and then push
on the On/Off switch to re-start the machine.
16. If the cutting mechanism strikes any foreign object or if the appliance should
start making any unusual noise or vibration, immediately switch off and allow
the cutting means to stop. Pull the plug from the mains supply and take the
following steps:
i)
Inspect for damage.
ii)
Replace or repair any damage parts.
iii)
Check for and tighten any loose parts.
17. If the appliance becomes clogged, switch off and allow the cutting means to
stop. Pull the plug from the mains supply before cleaning debris.
18. Keep the motor cooling vents clean of debris and other accumulations to
