McGREGOR GY6000 User guide

McGregor 2500W Shredder
ORIGINAL
INSTRUCTION
MANUAL
7645963 (Model: GY6000)
These instructions contain important information that will help
you get the best from your shredder, ensuring it is assembled
correctly and safely. If you need help or have damaged or
missing parts, call the Customer Helpline on
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instructions fully before starting assembly
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AFTER SALES SUPPORT
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Contents
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Safety Information ........................................................................................................................... 3
Warning Symbols ........................................................................................................................... 3
General Safety ............................................................................................................................... 5
Personal Safety.............................................................................................................................. 6
Operational Safety ......................................................................................................................... 7
Maintenance and Storage Safety ................................................................................................ 10
Intended Use................................................................................................................................ 10
Service ......................................................................................................................................... 10
In the Box........................................................................................................................................ 11
Parts ............................................................................................................................................. 11
Assemble ........................................................................................................................................ 12
Prepare............................................................................................................................................ 13
Operate............................................................................................................................................ 14
Step 1.On/Off Operation .............................................................................................................. 14
Step 2. Shred the Branch ............................................................................................................ 14
Step 3. Empty the Collection Box ................................................................................................ 14
Overload Protection ..................................................................................................................... 15
Maintenance ................................................................................................................................... 16
Replace the Blade........................................................................................................................ 16
Cleaning ....................................................................................................................................... 17
Storage......................................................................................................................................... 17
Technical Data ................................................................................................................................ 18
Technical Data Table .................................................................................................................... 18
Part list ......................................................................................................................................... 18
Recycling and Disposal................................................................................................................ 18
Troubleshooting............................................................................................................................. 19
General Troubleshooting ............................................................................................................. 19
Getting Help ................................................................................................................................. 19
Guarantee ....................................................................................................................................... 20

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The following warning symblis appear through this manual
and indicate the appropriate safety measures you should
take when operating and maintaining the pressure washer.
Safety Information
Warning!
Read the manual.
Wear ear and eye protection.
Do not use as a stepping device.
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.
Warning Symbols

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Caution!
Moving blade.
Warning! Electric shock hazard.
Always unplug the shredder before working on it.
Noise level specication Lwa in dB.
Do not dispose of electrical equipment in the domestic
waste.
Protection Class II
Do not use as a step.
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.
Safety Information
Warning Symbols
P40
IPX4

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Safety Information
IMPORTANT! Read carefully before use and keep for
future reference.
• This appliance can be used by children aged from 8
years and above and persons with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience
and knowledge if they have been given supervision or
instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe
way and understand the hazards involved. Children
shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user
maintenance shall not be made by children without
supervision.
• 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.
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 qualied
customer service agent or a similarly qualied person
in order to prevent hazards.
• Do not use the appliance if the on/off switch does not
General Safety

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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.
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.
• 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
General Safety (continued)
Personal Safety
Safety Information

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Safety Information
Personal Safety (continued)
Operational Safety
order. Replace any damaged or illegible stickers.
• Only use replacement parts and accessories
supplied and recommended by the manufacturer.
Using thirdparty 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 box.
• Keep all guards and deectors in place and in good
working condition.
• 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
position. Do not lean forwards, and never lean over the
shredder when inserting materials.

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Safety Information
Operational Safety (continued)
• 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. New Line. Capitalize B.
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.
• Keep hands, other body parts and clothing out of the
lling chamber and ejection channel and away from

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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
shredder 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.
Operational Safety
Safety Information

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WARNING!
• To ensure the appliance safety, use only original
spare parts from the manufacturer or approved by the
manufacturer.
• Retrotting or making any unauthorized changes to the
machine, as well as the use of unapproved parts will
invalided your warranty.
• Do not attempt to repair the appliance yourself. All work
not indicated in these instructions is to be carried out
only by service stations authorized by us.
• Store the appliance in a dry location and out of reach of
children.
• Handle the appliance with care. Keep the appliance
clean for save and more efcient working. Follow the
maintenance directions.
The shredder has a powerful electric motor with overload
protection. The cutting is performed by a fast moving
blade.
Refer to the following descriptions for the functional use
of the various components and controls.
Have your tool repaired by an authorized service agent.
This tool is manufactured in accordance with the relevant
safety regulations. To avoid danger, electrical appliances
must only be repaired by qualied technicians. Call our
customer helpline at 0345 605 2063 for advice.
Maintenance and Storage Safety
Intended Use
Service
Safety Information