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PLEASE READ - SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS
When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions
should always be followed to assure maximum safety and
optimum performance. Read this manual before assem-
bling and operating this appliance. Failure to comply with
instructions may result in electrical shock, burns, fire, or
personal injury.
WARNING
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK, BURNS, FIRE OR PERSONAL
INJURY:
1. FOLLOW ALL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS listed in
this manual before/during operation of this shredder.
2. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK this
shredder must be grounded. It is equipped with a
cord having an equipment-grounding conductor and
grounding plug to reduce the risk of electric shock.
Plug into an appropriate outlet that is properly
installed and grounded in accordance with all local
codes and ordinances.
DANGER: Improper connection of the equipment-
grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric
shock in the event of a malfunction. Contact a quali-
fied electrician if you are in doubt as to whether the
receptacle is properly grounded. Do not modify the
plug provided with the shredder.
3. INSPECT UNIT FOR DAMAGE to the housing, cord
or plug. Keep all fasteners tight. Do not use if the
switch does not turn the unit off properly.Never use
unit if cord or plug has been damaged, the motor or
unit itself is not working as it should or has been
dropped, damaged, left outdoors or dropped in
water.Never operate with any air opening blocked.
Keep air openings free of debris that may reduce air
flow. Replace damaged parts that are chipped,
cracked or damaged in any way. This product is dou-
ble insulated - there are no serviceable parts inside.
4. GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS This tool should be
grounded while in use to reduce the risk of electric
shock to the operator.The tool is equipped with a 3-
conductor cord and 3-prong grounding plug to fit the
proper grounding receptacle. If your unit is for use on
less than 150 volts, it has a plug as illustrated in
sketch A in Figure 1-1A. If it is for use on 150 to 250
volts, it has a plug as illustrated in sketch D, Fig.1-1A
An adapter, sketches B and C, is available for con-
necting plugs as illustrated in sketch A to 2-prong
receptacles. The green-colored rigid ear, lug, or the
like, must be connected to permanent ground, such
as a properly grounded outlet box. No adapter is
available for the plug illustrated in sketch D.
5. EXTENSION CORD - Use only three-wire outdoor
extension cords that have three-prong grounding
plugs and grounding receptacles that accept the
appliance’s plug.
• When using the appliance, an extension cord of ade-
quate size must be used for safety and to prevent loss
of power and overheating.
• The extension cord must be specifically intended for
outdoor use and marked “SJ” or “SJT” and with the
suffix “WA”. In Canada, the extension cord must be
marked “SFTW”.
• Inspect extension power cord for loose or exposed
wires and damaged insulation. If damaged, replace
before using appliance.
DO NOT ABUSE CORD - Never carry appliance by
cord or pull cord to disconnect from outlet. Keep cord
clear of operator and obstacles at all times. Do not
expose cord to heated surfaces, oil or water. Do not
pull cord around sharp edges, corners or close door
on cord.
6. Avoid dangerous environment. Do not use appli-
ance in damp or wet locations.
7. Don’t use in rain. Water entering a power tool will
increase the risk of electric shock.
8. Do not abuse cord. Never yank it to disconnect from
receptacle. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp
edges or moving parts. Replace damaged cords
immediately.Damaged cords increase the risk of elec-
tric shock.
PERSONAL SAFETY
10. Keep children away. All bystanders should be kept at
a safe distance from work area.
11. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry.
They can be caught in moving parts. Use of gloves and
substantial footwear is recommended when working
outdoors. Wear protective hair covering to contain long
hair.
12. Use safety glasses. Use of safety glasses is recom-
mended at all times when operating this unit.
13. Dusty conditions. Always use face or dust mask if
conditions are dusty.
14. Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use com-
mon sense when operating a power tool. Do not use
tools while tired or under the influence of drugs, alco-
hol, or medication. A moment of inattention while oper-
ating power tools may result in serious personal injury.
15. Avoid unintentional starting. Do not move plugged-in
appliance with finger on switch. Be sure switch is off
when plugging in.
16. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at
all times. Proper footing and balance enables better
control of the tool in unexpected conditions.
17. No accessories or attachments are necessary for
the operation of this gardening tool. The use of any
accessories or attachments for this gardening tool is
not recommended. Such use of any attachment or
accessory may increase the risk of injury to the user.
(Except trash bag)
18. Do not force tool. The correct tools will do the job bet-
ter and safer at the rate for which it is designed.
19. Disconnect the plug from the power source before
making any adjustment, or storing the tool. Such
preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting
the tool accidentally.
20. Store idle tools indoors. When not in use, tools
should be stored indoors in dry, and high or locked-up
place, out of reach of children.
21. Maintain tools with care. Keep cutting tools sharp
and clean for best performance and to reduce the risk
of injury.Follow instructions for lubricating and chang-
ing accessories. Inspect tool cord periodically, and if
damaged, have it repaired by an authorized service
facility.Keep handling surface dry, clean, and free from
oil and grease.
22. Check damaged parts. Before further use of the tool,
a guard or other part that is damaged should be care-
fully checked to determine that it will operate properly
and perform its intended function. check for alignment
of moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of
parts, mounting, and any other condition that may
affect its operation. A guard or other part that is dam-
aged should be properly repaired or replaced by an
authorized service center unless indicated elsewhere
in this manual.
PRECAUTIONS FOR USING
CHIPPER/SHREDDER
1. Extreme caution should be taken to ensure
shreddable material does not contain metal, rocks,
bottles, cans or other foreign objects.
2. Do not allow hands or any other part of the body,
or clothing to enter inside the feeding chambers or
discharge chute, while machine is operating.
3. Wear gloves while operating the machine.
4. Before starting the machine, ensure that all screws
and other fasteners are properly secured.
5. Machine should be operated on firm level surfaces
only.
6. Before starting the machine, check that the cutting
chamber is empty.
7. Motor should be kept clean of debris and other
accumulations.
8. Keep all guards and deflectors in good working
condition.
9. Stand clear of discharge chute at all times.
10. Do not over reach and keep face and body back form
the feed opening.
11. Never pull the machine by the power cord and keep
cord away from water or sharp edges.
12. Disconnect the power cord when the machine is not in
use.
13. If machine should become clogged, switch off the
motor, disconnect the power cord, make sure all moving
parts are completely stopped before cleaning clogged
debris.
14. Ensure the power cord is always in good condition. A
cord with broken insulation is extremely dangerous and
can result in fire, electric shock or serious personal injury.
15. The operation of any tools can result in foreign objects
being thrown into your eyes, which can result in severe
eye damage. Before operating power tool, always wear
safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields and a
full face shield when needed.We recommend wide Vision
Safety Mask for use over eyeglasses or standard safety
glasses with side shields.
RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION
Fig. 1
GROUNDING
PIN
METAL SCREW
COVER OF
GROUNDED
DUTLET BOX
ADAPTER
GROUNDING
MEANS GROUNDING
PIN
(A)
(C)
(B)
(D)
Table 1
Fig. 2
METHOD OF SECURING EXTENSION CORD
CORD SET APPLIANCE CORD
(A) TIE CORD AS SHOWN (B) CONNECT PLUG AND
RECEPTACLE
