Challenge GY6000 Operation instructions

Original Manual
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These instructions contain important information that will help you get the best from
your mower, ensuring it is assembled correctly and safely.
If you need help or have damaged or missing parts, call the Customer Helpline
on 0343 515 1906.
CHALLENGE
2500W Shredder (Model: GY6000)
7176092
Apr 2017
UK/Ireland
0343 515 1906
After Sales Support

Contents
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Intended Purpose........................................................................................................................................... 3
Safety Information............................................................................................................................................4
Symbols Used in the Instructions...............................................................................................................4
Symbols on the Shredder............................................................................................................................4
General Safety..............................................................................................................................................6
General description ...................................................................................................................................12
In the Box .......................................................................................................................................................13
Parts............................................................................................................................................................13
Assembly ........................................................................................................................................................14
Operating........................................................................................................................................................15
Start- Up .....................................................................................................................................................15
ON/OFF Operation.....................................................................................................................................15
Emptying the Collection Box ....................................................................................................................15
Overload Protection...................................................................................................................................15
Restart Prevention .....................................................................................................................................15
Usage..............................................................................................................................................................16
General Working Instructions....................................................................................................................16
Replace the Blades....................................................................................................................................17
Reversing, Sharpening or Replacing the Blade.......................................................................................18
Maintenance...................................................................................................................................................18
Maintenance and Cleaning ...........................................................................................................................18
General Cleaning and Servicing....................................................................................................................19
Troubleshooting .............................................................................................................................................19
General Troubleshooting ...........................................................................................................................19
Technical Data................................................................................................................................................20
Technical Data Table..................................................................................................................................19
Disposal..........................................................................................................................................................20
Disposal and Recycling.............................................................................................................................20
Getting Help ...................................................................................................................................................20

Intended Purpose
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The shredder is intended for shredding brous and wood-
related materials such as hedge and tree cuttings, branches,
bark and pine cones.
Any use not expressly permitted in this manual may damage
the shredder and pose a serious danger to the user.
Do not put stones, glass, metal, bones, plastics or
fabrics into the shredder.
The operator or user is responsible for accidents and injury
or damage to third parties.
The manufacturer will not be held responsible for any
damage caused by improper operation or use outside of
intended usage..

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This shredder may cause serious injuries if improperly used.
Before using the shredder, read the user manual carefully
and familiarise yourself with all of the controls. In cases of
uncertainty, ask an expert for advice. Keep the manual in
a safe place and pass it on to any subsequent owner to
ensure that the information contained therein is available at
all times.
Symbols used in the instructions
Hazard symbols with information on prevention of personal
injury and property damage.
Precaution symbol (other symbol may be used instead of
exclamation mark) with information on prevention of harm /
damage.
Notice symbol with information on how to handle the device
properly.
Warning!
Read the manual.
Wear ear and eye protection.
Do not use as a stepping.
Safety Information
Symbols on the shredder

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Do not expose the unit to rain.
Caution! Switch off the motor and disconnect from the
mains before adjustment or cleaning work, or if the cable is
caught or has been damaged.
Warning! Risk of injury by rotating blade!
Danger-Rotating blades. Keep hands and feet out of
openings while machine is running.
Warning! Danger from thrown objects.
Keep your distance from the feeder and ejection area, and
keep others away from the danger area.
Caution!
Moving blade.
Warning! Electric shock hazard.
Always unplug the shredder before working on it.
Guaranteed noise power level.
Safety Information
Symbols on the shredder (continued)

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Do not dispose of electrical equipment in the domestic
waste.
Safety class II
Degree of protection against liquids.
Machine operated intermittently each cycle comprising a
period of operation of 40s at rated power input and a period
of 60s with the machine at no load.
The product complies with the applicable European
directives and an evaluation method of conformity for these
directives was done.
Symbols on the shredder (continued)
Safety Information
IMPORTANT! Read carefully before use and keep for
future reference.
• The device must not be used by people (including
children) with limited physical, sensory or mental faculties
or who lack the necessary experience and/or knowledge
- unless they are supervised by a person responsible for
safety or are being instructed to operate the shredder by
such a person.
General Safety
P40
IPX4

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• Keep children and pets at a safe distance away from the
device. Children must be supervised in order to ensure
that they do not play with the equipment.
• Never allow children or other persons unfamiliar with the
user manual to use the shredder. Local regulations or
bylaws may determine the minimum age for using the
shredder.
Observe noise control and local regulations.
CAUTION! When using power tools, observe the following
basic safety measures for the prevention of electric shocks
and the risk of injury and re:
Preparation Training
Become familiar with the instruction manual before
attempting to operate this equipment.
•Never use the shredder with other persons or animals
nearby.
• Wear hearing and eye protection at all times when using
the shredder.
• Wear appropriate protective clothing such as protective
gloves, rm footwear and long trousers. Do not wear
loosely tting clothes or clothes with dangling cords or
belts.
• Only use the shredder in the open (that is, away from
walls or other rigid structures) on a rm, level surface.
• Do not use the machine on a paved, gravelled area,
which could be damaged by ejected material.
General Safety (continued)
Safety Information

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• Before you start up the shredder, check that all of the
nuts, bolts and other fastenings are tight. Covers and
shields must be fastened properly and in good working
order. Replace any damaged or illegible stickers.
• Only use replacement parts and accessories supplied
and recommended by the manufacturer. Using third-
party parts will immediately invalidate the guarantee.
• Do not leave the shredder working unattended and keep
it in a dry place out of children’s reach.
• While being used in the open, connect the shredder to a
residual current (RC) circuit breaker with a trip current of
not more than 30 mA.
• When servicing the cutting means be aware that,
even though the power source will not start due to the
interlock feature of the guard, the cutting means can still
be moved by a manual starting mechanism.
• Shut-off the power unit before attaching or removing the
bag.
• Keep all guards and deectors in place and in good
working condition.
Working with the device
• Make sure that the funnel feeder is empty before you
start the shredder.
•Keep your head, hair and body away from the intake
opening.
•Do not reach into the funnel feeder during operation. The
shredder will continue to run for a short period after you
switch it off.
• Always make sure you are standing in a rm, balanced
General Safety (continued)
Safety Information

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position. Do not lean forwards, and never lean over the
shredder when inserting materials.
•Make sure that the material inserted into the shredder
does not contain hard objects made of metal, stone,
glass or similar.
•Do not use the shredder in the rain and in bad weather.
Work in daylight or under good lighting conditions.
• Do not operate the shredder when you are tired
or distracted, or under the inuence of alcohol or
medication. Always take a break when you need one
and be sensible about how you work.
• Switch the shredder off and pull the plug under the
following circumstances:
When you are not using the device, transporting it or
leaving it unattended; before releasing a jammed blade.
When you are checking the device, cleaning it or
removing blockages;
When you are carrying out cleaning or maintenance work
or replacing accessories;
Before moving or lifting the shredder
If foreign objects should enter the shredder, if the
shredder is making unfamiliar noises or vibrations (check
the shredder for damage before starting it up again)
•Do not allow shredded material to accumulate near the
ejection area. This may otherwise hinder proper ejection
and force the material back up through the feeder.
• Do not transport or tip the shredder with the motor
running.
General Safety (continued)
Safety Information

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General Safety (continued)
Safety Information
• Keep hands, other body parts and clothing out of the
lling chamber and ejection channel and away from other
moving parts.
• In the event of blockages in the machine intake or
ejection, switch off the motor and disconnect the
machine from the mains before removing leftover
material in the intake opening or ejection channel. Ensure
that the motor is free of rubbish and other accumulations
in order to safeguard the motor from damage or possible
re.
• Remember that the cutting tool is also activated when
the starting mechanism is started on a motor operated
machine.
CAUTION! The following states how damage to the
trimmer and possible injury to people can be avoided:
•Handle the unit with care. Clean the ventilation slits
regularly; keep to the maintenance instructions.
• Do not overload your device. Work only within the
indicated range of performance. Do not employ any low
power machines for heavy work. Do not use your device
for purposes for which it has not been designed.
• Only switch the shredder off once the funnel feeder is
completely empty since the shredder may otherwise clog
up and not be able to start afterwards.
• Do not attempt to repair the shredder yourself unless
you are qualied to do so. Any work not specied in this
manual may only be carried out by a qualied service
centre.

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Electrical safety
CAUTION! The following states how to avoid accidents
and injuries due to electric shock:
• Damaged cables, coupling and plugs or connecting
leads not corresponding to specications, must not be
employed. Remove the plug immediately from the plug
socket in case of damage to the mains cable.
Do not touch the mains power supply cable under any
circumstances until you have pulled the plug out of the
mains socket.
• If the power cable for this equipment is damaged, it must
be replaced by the manufacturer, a customer service
agent of the same or a similarly qualied person in order
to prevent hazards.
• Do not use the appliance if the on/off switch does not
work properly. Always have a damaged switch repaired
by our a qualied technician.
• Only use extension cables that have been approved for
outdoor use and are resistant to splash water. The core
diameter for extension cables measuring up to 25 m
must be at least 1.5 mm², and 2.5 mm² for cables longer
than 25m. Always roll the whole cable off the reel before
use. Check the cable for damage.
• Do not unplug the shredder pulling on the cable, only pull
the plug itself. Keep the cable away from heat, oil and
sharp edges.
General Safety (continued)
Safety Information

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Safety Information
Functional description
The shredder has a powerful electric motor with overload
protection. Cutting is performed by a system of fast
rotating.
Refer to the following descriptions for a functional
description of the various components and controls.
General Description

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1Hopper
2Shredder body
3Motor cover
4Collection box
5Frame
6Chassis
7Feet
8Main switch
9Circuit breaker
10 Cover knob
In the Box
Parts
1
1
3
6
5
2
4
10
8
9
7

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• Turn on the Foot A and Food B to the appropriate location (Fig.2) ,then upside down the machine.
• Mount the wheel in the same order illustrated in g 5 ensure the nut is not too tight.
• Lift up the button, push the collection box track to the appropriate location (Fig 3).
• Tighten the cover knob. The cover knob has a safety switch please ensure the knob is tightened or
the motor will not activate. (Fig. 5)
• NOTE: It is dangerous to use the machine without the hopper. (Fig. 6)
Assembly
5 6
Wheel Screw Spacer Wheel coverAxle bush
2
Foot A Foot B
Button
3
4
Hopper
Cover knob

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Start- up
ON/OFF Operation
Emptying the Collection Box
Overload Protection
Restart Prevention
Operation
Check that the mains voltage matches the rating on the name plate.
Hook the collection box into right place.
Press the switch marked “1” to start and marked “0” to stop the motor.
Avoid lling the collection bag too much. Mind that the bag will ll unevenly under the discharge duct!
• Turn off the unit.
• Remove and empty the collection bag 4.
Press the “circuit breaker” button if the machine does not work, ensure you have connected to the
power supply.
When the motor has been running for a few seconds you can commence shredding.
The circuit breaker will be activated in the following circumstances:
a. A build up of shredded material around the cutting disc.
b. If the material bring shredded is greater then the motor capacity.
c. Where there is too much resistance against the cutting blade.
When the circuit breaker has been activated switch-off the shredder and disconnect the power supply.
a. Unscrew the reamer knob at the base of the turret and open top section
b. Remove the debris or obstruction from the cutting area
c. Return the top section and tighten the reamer knob.
d. Leave motor a few minutes to cool down
e. Reconnect to the power supply and press the circuit breaker button.
f. When ready to start shredding press the “1” switch.
The unit will not automatically restart when the power returns after a power cut. To restart the unit, turn
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General Working Instructions
Usage
Keep your body at a safe enough distance from the shredder as long branches may be spun
round while being drawn into the shredder.
Wear ear and eye protection.
Wear hand protection.
• When feeding branches into the unit, keep holding them rmly until they are automatically drawn
in.
• Adapt to the speed of the shredder and avoid overloading the unit.
• To avoid the unit clogging up, mix freshly cut branches or leafy material with with drier materials
such as twigs
• To prevent the blades from becoming blunt quickly, remove mud and stones from the roots before
shredding.
• Do not shred but directly compost all soft and wet material such as kitchen waste.
• Keep a couple of dry branches to use them for cleaning the unit at the end.
• Do not turn off the unit until all the material has passed the blades. Remaining material may
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Replace the Blades
Usage
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• Ensure that the shredder is switched off and disconnected from the mains supply.
• Remove the top feed assembly by unscrewing the reamer knob securing it to the body of the
machine.
• The blades have two cutting edges. When the blades become worn they can be reversed to use
the second cutting edge.
• It is recommended that work gloves be used when replacing the blades.
• Lock the blade disc using hex spanner. Unscrew the two inner hexagonal headed screws and note
the position of the cutting angle of the blade.
• Remove the blade and rotate it through 180 degrees and t the blade to the blade disc ensuring
that the ground cutting edge is facing downwards.
Repeat this for the other blade.
Hex spanner
Remove 2 hex headed screws
Rotate blade 180°
Screwdriver

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Reversing, Sharpening, Replacing the Blade
Maintenance and Cleaning
Usage
Maintenance
When both cutting edges of the blade have become worn they must be replaced as a pair. The blades
can be re-sharpened, but this must be done by an experienced person using an oil stone.
We do not recommend this be done as the weight of each blade is critical to maintain the balance of
the cutting disc.
Any imbalance could cause damage to the machine and possible injury to the operator.
Warning: During maintenance and cleaning ensure the machine is disconnected from the mains.
• When the appliance is stopped for servicing, inspection, or storage, or to change an accessory,
switch off and pull the plug from the mains supply before making any inspections, adjustments,
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• If an extension cord is used it shall not be of lighter grade than the supply cord already tted to the
appliance.
• Check the supply and any extension cord regularly for damage or signs of ageing. Do not use the
appliance, if the cords are damaged.
• When servicing the cutting means be aware that, even though the motor will not start due to the
interlock feature of the guard, the cutting means can still be moved if the motor is turned by hand.
• Never attempt to override the interlock feature of the guarding.
• Remove deposited matter from the machine using a brush.
• Always clean the machine after use. Clean the plastic body and plastic parts using soap and a
moist cloth. Do not use aggressive agents or solvents for cleaning.
• Never clean the shredder with a jet of water or by rinsing. Make sure that no water is allowed to
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General Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting
The following table provides solutions to common problems encountered with the shredder.
Fault Possible Cause Solution
Motor will not start No mains power supply Check the socket, cable, lead
and plug for damage, and if
necessary, have any damage
repaired by qualied repair
personnel.
Overload protection tripped Wait until the motor has cooled
down, then press the Reset
button and restart the unit
Lid of housing not closed
properly
Tightly screw in the housing
interlock
Garden waste is not drawn in Shredding material is too soft Use the pusher or add dry twigs/
branches
Unit blocked See section “Clearing a
Blockage”
Shredding material in discharge
duct
Remove shredding material from
discharge duct
Unit won’t shred properly Blades are blunt Check and turn, sharpen or
replace blades as necessary (see
section “Sharpening, reversing,
replacing the blades” )
Technical Data Table
Technical Data
Specification Value
Nominal power intake 2500W (P40)
Voltage 230-240 V ~50 Hz
Insulation protection class II
Degree of protection IPX4
Idling speed 4050min-1
Branch thickness max. 40 mm
Volume of collection bag ca. 50 l
Weight 14.1 kg
Sound pressure level (LpA) 95.7 dB(A) K=3 dB(A)
Sound performance level (guaranteed) 111 dB(A)

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Technical Data Table (continued)
Disposal and Recycling
Getting Help
Technical Data
Disposal
Do not dispose with household waste.
Recycle products and components according to local legal requirements.
The max. branch thickness that can be shredded is dependent on the type of wood and the quality of
the material being cut.
For hard wood (e.g. oak/beech branches), the max. branch thickness that can be shredded is less
than for soft wood (e.g. pine/spruce wood). For dry or knotted wood, the cutting thickness may also
be less.
If in doubt, check with your local electricity provider to verify that your mains socket has enough
continuous current carrying capacity for this unit.
Noise and vibration values were determined according to the standards and stipulations mentioned in
the declaration of conformity.
Technical or visual modications may be carried out during our continuous product improvement
programmes. All dimensions, references and information of this instruction manual are therefore
subject to change without prior notice. Legal claims, which are made on the basis of the instruction
manual, cannot thus be considered as valid.