Stihl GHE 135 L User manual

STIHL GHE 135 L, GHE 140 L
Instruction manual
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Dear Customer,
Thank you for choosing STIHL. We
develop and manufacture our quality
products to meet our customers'
requirements. The products are designed
for reliability even under extreme
conditions.
STIHL also stands for premium service
quality. Our specialist dealers guarantee
competent advice and instruction as well
as comprehensive service support.
We thank you for your confidence in us
and hope you will enjoy working with your
STIHL product.
Dr. Nikolas Stihl
IMPORTANT: READ BEFORE USE AND
KEEP IN A SAFE PLACE.
Printed on chlorine-free bleached paper. Paper is recyclable. Cover is halogen free.
1. Table of contents
Notes on the instruction manual 4
General 4
Instructions for reading the
instruction manual 4
Machine overview 5
For your safety 6
General 6
Warning – dangers caused by
electrical current 6
Clothing and equipment 7
Transporting the machine 7
Before operation 7
Working with your machine 8
Maintenance and repairs 9
Storage for prolonged periods
without operation 10
Disposal 10
Description of symbols 10
Standard equipment 12
Preparing the machine for
operation 13
Installing the wheels and feet 13
Assembling the machine
(GHE 135 L) 14
Storing the Allen key 14
Notes on working with the
machine 15
What material can be processed? 15
What material cannot be
processed? 15
Maximum branch diameter 15
Feeding the garden shredder 15
Correct motor load 15
Overload protection 15
When the blade roller blocks 15
Safety devices 16
Motor restart inhibitor 16
Shredder box 16
Operating the machine 16
Electrical connection of garden
shredders 16
Connecting the power cable 16
Disconnecting the power cable 16
Strain relief 16
Inserting the shredder bag 17
Removing the shredder bag 17
Switching on the garden shredder 17
Switching off the garden shredder 18
Recommencing operation following
a blockage 18
Shredding 18
Folding in the machine GHE 140 L 19
Folding out the machine
GHE 140 L 19
Maintenance 19
Adjusting the counterplate 19
Cleaning the machine 20
Service intervals 20
Electric motor and wheels 20
Storage and winter break 20
Transport 20
Pulling or pushing the garden
shredder 21
Lifting or carrying the garden
shredder 21
Transporting the garden shredder
on a load floor 21
Minimising wear and preventing
damage 22
Environmental protection 22
Technical specifications 22
Troubleshooting 23
Service schedule 24

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2.1 General
This instruction manual constitutes
original manufacturer’s instructions in
the sense of EC Directive 2006/42/EC.
STIHL is continually striving to further
develop its range of products; we therefore
reserve the right to make alterations to the
form, technical specifications and
equipment level of our standard
equipment.
For this reason, the information and
illustrations in this manual are subject to
alterations.
This instruction manual may describe
models that are not available in all
countries.
This instruction manual is protected by
copyright. All rights reserved, especially
the right of reproduction, translation and
processing using electronic systems.
2.2 Instructions for reading the
instruction manual
Illustrations and texts describe specific
operating steps.
All symbols which are affixed to the
machine are explained in this instruction
manual.
Viewing direction:
Viewing direction when left and right are
used in the instruction manual:
the user is standing behind the machine
(working position).
Section reference:
References to relevant sections and
subsections for further descriptions are
made using arrows. The following example
shows a reference to a section: (Ö4.)
Designation of text passages:
The instructions described can be
identified as in the following examples.
Operating steps which require intervention
on the part of the user:
●Release screw (1) using a screwdriver,
operate lever (2)...
General lists:
– Use of the product for sporting or
competitive events
Texts with added significance:
Text passages with added significance are
identified using the symbols described
below in order to especially emphasise
them in the instruction manual:
Illustrations with text passages:
Operating steps relating directly to the
illustration can be found immediately after
the illustration, with a corresponding
reference to the item numbers.
Example:
Connect the mains cable connector to
mains plug (1).
Texts relating to illustrations:
Illustrations relating to use of the machine
can be found in the front of this instruction
manual.
The camera symbol serves to link
the figures on the illustration pages
with the corresponding text
passages in the instruction manual.
Handover confirmation 24
Service confirmation 24
2. Notes on the instruction
manual
Danger
Risk of accident and severe injury
to persons. A certain type of
behaviour is necessary or must be
avoided.
Warning
Risk of injury to persons. A certain
type of behaviour prevents possible
or probable injuries.
Caution
Minor injuries or material damage
can be prevented by a certain type
of behaviour.
Note
Information for better use of the
machine and in order to avoid
possible operating errors.
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3. Machine overview
1Handle
2Counterplate adjustment screw
3Holder for Allen key
4Rating plate
5Shredder bag locking switch
6Wheels
7Shredder bag
8Wheel carrier
9Foot
10 Release for folding-in mechanism
(GHE 140 L)
11 Mains connection
12 On/off switch (rotational direction)
13 Feed opening

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4.1 General
These safety regulations must
be observed when working with
the machine.
Read the entire instruction
manual before using the
machine for the first time. Keep
the instruction manual in a safe
place for future reference.
These safety precautions are essential for
your safety, however the list is not
exhaustive. Always use the machine in a
reasonable and responsible manner and
be aware that the user is responsible for
accidents involving third parties or their
property.
Make sure that you are familiar with the
controls and use of the machine.
The machine must only be used by
persons who have read the instruction
manual and are familiar with operation of
the machine. The user should seek expert
and practical instruction prior to initial
operation. The user must receive
instruction on safe use of the machine
from the vendor or another expert.
During this instruction, the user should be
made aware that the utmost care and
concentration are required for working with
the machine.
Residual risks persist even if you operate
this machine according to the instructions.
Only give or lend the machine, including
any accessories, to persons who are
familiar with this model and how to operate
it. The instruction manual forms part of the
machine and must always be provided to
persons borrowing it.
Children, persons with impaired physical,
sensory or mental faculties or those
lacking the appropriate experience, or
persons who are not familiar with the
instructions, must never be allowed to use
the machine.
Never allow children under the age of 16 to
use the machine. Local regulations may
specify a minimum age for users.
The machine must only be operated by
persons who are well rested and in good
physical and mental condition. If your
health is impaired, you should consult your
doctor to determine whether working with
the machine is possible. The machine
should not be operated after the
consumption of alcohol, drugs or
medications which impair reactions.
The machine is intended for private use.
Caution – risk of accident!
STIHL garden shredders are suitable for
shredding branch material and plant
trimmings. Their use for other purposes is
not permitted and may be dangerous or
result in damage to the machine.
The garden shredder must not be used
(incomplete list):
– for any other materials (e.g. glass,
metal).
– for tasks other than those described in
this instruction manual.
– for the preparation of foodstuffs
(e.g. crushing ice, mashing pulp).
For safety reasons, any modification to the
machine, except the proper installation of
accessories approved by STIHL, is
forbidden and results in voiding of the
warranty cover. Information regarding
approved accessories can be obtained
from your STIHL specialist dealer.
In particular, any tampering with the
machine which increases the power output
or speed of the engine or motor is
forbidden.
It is not permitted to transport objects,
animals or persons, particularly children,
on the machine.
Particular care is required during use in
public green spaces, parks, sports fields,
along roads and in agricultural and forestry
businesses.
4.2 Warning – dangers caused by
electrical current
4. For your safety
Risk of death from suffocation!
Packaging material is not a toy -
danger of suffocation! Keep
packaging material away from
children.
Warning:
Risk of electric shock!
Particularly important for
electrical safety are the
power cable, mains plug,
On / Off switch and
electric cable. Damaged cables,
connectors and plugs, or electric
cables that do not conform to
regulations must not be used, to
prevent any risk of electric shocks.
Therefore, check the electric cable
regularly for signs of damage or
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Only operate machine with fully uncoiled
power cable.
Extension reels must always be fully
unwound before use.
Never use a damaged extension cable.
Replace defective cables with new ones
and never repair extension cables.
If the power cable or extension cable is
damaged during operation, immediately
disconnect the power cable or extension
cable from the power supply. Never touch
the damaged power cable or extension
cable.
Never use the machine if the cables are
damaged or worn. Check the power cable
in particular for damage and ageing.
Maintenance and repair work on power
cables must only be performed by
specially qualified technicians.
Danger of electric shock!
Do not connect a damaged cable to the
mains and only touch a damaged cable
once it has been disconnected from the
mains.
Only touch the cutting units (blades) when
the machine is disconnected from the
mains.
Always ensure that the power cables used
are adequately protected by a fuse.
Do not work in the rain or in a
wet environment.
Only use extension cables that
are insulated against moisture
for outdoor use which are suitable for use
with the machine (Ö10.1).
Detach electric cables at the plug and
socket and not by pulling on the electric
cable.
Do not leave the machine unprotected in
the rain.
It must be noted that current fluctuations
can damage the machine when it is
connected to a power generator.
Only connect the machine to a power
supply that is protected by means of a
residual current-operated protective
device with a release current of a
maximum of 30 mA. Your electrician can
provide further information.
4.3 Clothing and equipment
Always wear sturdy footwear
with high-grip soles when
working. Never work barefoot
or, for example, in sandals.
Also always wear sturdy gloves
when working and in particular
also when performing
maintenance operations or
transporting the machine.
Always wear safety glasses and
hearing protection when
working. Wear them at all times.
Wear suitable, close-fitting
clothing when working with the
machine, e.g. overalls, but not
work coats. Do not wear
scarves, ties, jewellery, clothing with
dangling straps or cords or other
protruding articles of clothing when
working with the machine.
Long hair must be tied up and secured
(headscarf, cap, etc.) at all times when
operating or performing work on the
machine.
4.4 Transporting the machine
Always wear gloves in order to prevent
injuries due to sharp-edged and hot
components.
Do not transport the machine with the
motor running. Switch off the motor, allow
the blades to come to a standstill and
disconnect the mains plug prior to
transport.
Only transport the machine once the motor
has cooled down.
Pay particular attention to the weight of the
machine, especially when tilting.
Use suitable loading aids (loading ramps,
lifters).
Secure the machine on the load floor using
adequately dimensioned fastening
material (straps, ropes etc.) at the
fastening points described in this
instruction manual. (Ö12.3)
Push or pull the machine at walking pace
only.
When transporting the machine, always
observe regional legislation, especially
regarding load security and the transport
of objects on load floors.
4.5 Before operation
Make sure that only persons who are
familiar with the instruction manual are
permitted to use the machine.
Observe the local regulations regarding
permitted operating times for gardening
power tools with combustion engines or
electric motors.

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All faulty, worn or damaged parts must be
replaced before using the machine.
Replace any illegible or damaged danger
signs and warnings on the machine. Your
STIHL specialist has a supply of
replacement stickers and all the other
spare parts.
Before initial operation, it must be ensured
– that the machine is in good operational
condition. This means that the guards
must be in place and in good condition.
– that it is connected electrically to a
properly installed socket.
– that the insulation of the electric cable,
extension cable, plug and connector is
in good condition.
– that the complete machine (motor
housing, guards, fastening elements
etc.) is neither worn nor damaged.
– that there is no shredding material in
the machine and that the feed chute is
empty.
– that all screws, bolts, nuts and other
fastening elements are in place and
properly tightened. Tighten any loose
screws, bolts and nuts prior to initial
operation (observe tightening torques).
Only use the machine out-of-doors and not
close to walls or any other solid objects in
order to prevent the risk of injuries and
property damage (no escape for the user,
broken windows, scratched cars etc.).
The machine must placed in a stable
position on firm and level ground.
Make sure that you are familiar with the
On / Off switch so that you can react
quickly and correctly in any emergency
situation.
Before using the machine, check that the
shredder box is in proper condition. The
machine must not be used with a damaged
shredder box (risk of injury). A damaged
shredder box must be replaced.
Risk of injury!
Only operate the machine when properly
assembled. If parts of the machine
(e.g. wheels) are missing, the specified
safety distances are no longer maintained
and the stability of the machine may also
be reduced.
Before using the machine, always carry
out a visual check to ensure that it is in
good operating condition.
"Good operating condition" means that the
machine is fully assembled, in particular:
– Wheel carrier assembly is installed
– Both wheels and both feet are mounted
– All safety devices (inserted shredder
bag, STIHL cloverleaf opening, etc.)
must be present and functional.
The switch and safety devices installed in
the machine must not be removed or
bypassed.
4.6 Working with your machine
Never work when animals or
persons, particularly children,
are in the danger area.
Do not operate the machine in the rain or
during thunder storms, particularly when
there is a risk of lightning strike.
The risk of accidents is higher if the ground
is damp due to increased danger of
slipping.
Particular caution should be exercised
during working in order to prevent slipping.
If possible, avoid using the machine when
the ground is damp.
Only work during the day or with good
artificial light.
Keep the working area neat and tidy at all
times. Remove tripping hazards such as
stones, branches, cables etc.
The operator should not stand any higher
than the level of the base of the machine.
Starting:
Place the machine in a stable and upright
position prior to starting. The machine
must never be operated in a horizontal
position.
Exercise care when switching on the
machine and observe the instructions in
the section "Operating the machine".
(Ö10.)
Do not stand in front of the discharge
opening when starting the engine or
switching on the motor. There must be no
shredding material in the garden shredder
when it is started or switched on.
Shredding material may be ejected and
lead to injuries.
The machine must not be tilted during
start-up.
Avoid switching the machine on repeatedly
within a short period of time; particularly
avoid "playing" with the On / Off switch.
Risk of motor overheating.
Owing to the voltage fluctuations caused
by this machine during the start-up, other
devices connected to the same circuit may
be subject to interference in the case of
unfavourable power supply conditions.
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than the one used by the affected device,
or operation of the machine using a circuit
with a lower impedance).
Working:
When the machine is running, never put
your face or any other part of your body
above the feed chute or in front of the
ejection opening. Always keep you head
and body away from the feed opening.
Never put your hands or any
other part of your body or
clothing into the feed chute or
ejection chute. There is a
considerable risk of injury to eyes, face,
fingers, hands etc.
Always maintain your balance and firm
footing. Do not stretch forward.
If the machine falls over during operation,
immediately switch off the motor and
disconnect the mains plug.
Risk of injury:
Shredding material may be ejected back
up during operation. Always wear safety
glasses and keep your face away from the
feed opening.
Never tilt the machine when the engine or
motor is running.
Make sure that there is no shredding
material blocking the ejection chute, as
this could result in a poor shredding
performance or kickbacks.
When feeding the garden shredder, pay
particular attention to ensuring that no
foreign objects such as bits of metal,
stones, plastic, glass, etc. get into the
shredding chamber as this could result in
damage or kickbacks from the feed chute.
Remove blockages for the same reason.
Kickbacks can occur when feeding the
garden shredder with branch material.
Wear gloves.
Beware of the cutting tool
running on for several seconds
before coming to a standstill.
Switch off the motor, disconnect
the mains plug and allow all
rotating tools to reach a complete standstill
– before leaving the machine unattended
– before repositioning, lifting, carrying,
tilting, pushing or pulling the machine
– before transporting the machine
– before removing blockages
– before checking or cleaning the
machine or before carrying out any
other work on it.
If foreign objects get into the cutting tool or
if the machine makes unusual noises or
vibrates in an unusual way, switch off the
motor immediately and allow the machine
to come to rest. Disconnect the mains plug
and perform the following steps:
– Check the machine for damage and
have any necessary repairs carried out
by a technician before restarting and
working with the machine.
– Have damaged parts replaced or
repaired by a technician; the parts must
be of similar quality.
Remove the transparent shredder box and
empty if it is completely full of shredding
material or if the filling level is preventing
shredding material from being ejected.
Before removing the shredder box, switch
off the machine and wait until the blade
roller has come to a standstill.
4.7 Maintenance and repairs
Before carrying out any
maintenance operations
(cleaning, repair, etc.) and
before checking whether the electric cable
is entwined or damaged, park the machine
on firm, level ground, switch off the motor
and disconnect the mains plug.
Leave the machine to cool down for
approx. 5 minutes before performing any
maintenance operations.
The power cable must only be repaired or
replaced by authorised electricians.
Components or guards that are removed
for maintenance operations must be
properly reinstalled immediately.
Cleaning:
The complete machine must be cleaned
thoroughly following use. (Ö11.2)
Never use high-pressure cleaners and do
not clean the machine under running water
(e.g. using a garden hose).
Do not use aggressive cleaning agents.
These can damage plastics and metals,
impairing the safe operation of your STIHL
machine.
Maintenance operations:
Only maintenance operations described in
this instruction manual may be carried out.
Have all other work performed by a
specialist dealer.
If you do not have the necessary expertise
or auxiliary equipment, please always
contact a specialist dealer.
STIHL recommends that you have
Risk of injury!
Never place your hands or feet
above, underneath or on rotating
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maintenance operations and repairs
performed exclusively by a STIHL
specialist dealer.
STIHL specialist dealers regularly attend
training courses and are provided with
technical information.
Only use tools, accessories or
attachments approved for this machine by
STIHL or technically identical parts.
Otherwise, there may be a risk of
accidents resulting in personal injury or
damage to the machine. If you have any
questions, please consult a specialist
dealer.
The characteristics of original STIHL tools,
accessories and spare parts are optimally
adapted to the machine and the user's
requirements. Genuine STIHL spare parts
can be recognised by the STIHL spare
parts number, by the STIHL lettering and,
if present, by the STIHL spare parts
symbol. On smaller parts, only the symbol
may be present.
Always keep warning and information
stickers clean and readable. Damaged or
missing stickers must be replaced by new,
original plates from your STIHL specialist
dealer. If a component is replaced with a
new component, ensure that the new
component is provided with the same
stickers.
Ensure that all nuts, pins, bolts and screws
are securely tightened, so that the
machine is in a safe operating condition.
Check the entire machine for wear or
damage on a regular basis, particularly
before extended periods when the
machine is not in use (e.g. over winter).
For safety reasons, worn or damaged
parts must be replaced immediately to
ensure that the machine is always in a safe
operating condition.
4.8 Storage for prolonged periods
without operation
Allow the machine to cool for approx. 5
minutes before storing it in an enclosed
space.
Ensure that the machine is protected from
unauthorised use (e.g. by children).
Thoroughly clean the machine before
storage (e.g. winter break).
Store the machine in good operational
condition.
The storage room must be dry, frost-free
and lockable.
4.9 Disposal
Waste products can be harmful to people,
animals and the environment. They must
consequently be disposed of properly.
Consult your recycling centre or your
specialist dealer for information on the
proper disposal of waste products. STIHL
recommends STIHL specialist dealers.
Ensure that old machines are properly
disposed of. Render the machine
unusable prior to disposal. In order to
prevent accidents, always remove the
power cable and electric cable to the
motor.
5. Description of symbols
Caution!
Read the instruction man-
ual before initial use.
Risk of injury!
Keep other persons out of
the danger area.
Risk of injury!
Rotating tools.
Keep hands and feet away
from apertures when
machine is running.
Risk of injury!
Switch off the motor and dis-
connect the power cable
from the machine before
working on the cutting tool,
before performing mainte-
nance and cleaning work,
before checking whether the
electric cable is entwined or
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Wear hearing protection.
Wear safety glasses.
Wear work gloves.
Rotational direction for
adjusting the counterplate.
Shredder box locked in
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6. Standard equipment
Item Designation Qty.
GHE 135 L
AUpper machine 1
BWheel carrier 1
CShredder bag 1
DScrew 5 x 16 4
GHE 140 L
EBasic unit with shredder
bag
1
GHE 135 L, GHE 140 L
FFoot 2
GWasher A6 2
HCap nut M6 2
IWheel 2
JBolt M8 x 85 2
KSleeve 2
LWasher A8 6
MLock nut M8 2
NOpen-ended spanner 1
OAllen key 1
•Instruction manual 1
Item Designation Qty.

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7.1 Installing the wheels and feet
GHE 140 L:
– Fold out the machine. (Ö10.12)
Installing the wheels:
GHE 135 L, GHE 140 L:
– Remove the shredder bag. (Ö10.6)
●Lever wheel cap (1) from wheel (I)
using a screwdriver.
●Insert bolt (J) with washer (L) from the
inside through the bore in wheel
carrier (B). Push washer (L) and
sleeve (K) onto bolt (J). Push wheel (I)
onto sleeve (K). Fit nut (M) with
washer (L) and tighten to 5-7 Nm.
●Centre wheel cap (1) on wheel (I) and
press in until wheel cap (1) engages.
– Repeat this procedure on the other
side.
Installing the feet:
●Insert the bolt of foot (F) through the
bore in wheel carrier (B) from below. Fit
washer (G) on the bolt, screw on
nut (H) and tighten to 4-6 Nm.
– Repeat this procedure on the other
side.
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7.2 Assembling the machine
(GHE 135 L)
●Remove the shredder bag. (Ö10.6)
●Position upper machine (A) on wheel
carrier (B) and carefully centre. Make
sure that rubber cover (1) is positioned
correctly – rubber cover (1) must not be
clamped between the upper machine
and the black cover on the wheel
carrier. Install upper machine (A) on
wheel carrier (B) by screwing in four
screws (D). Tighten screws (D) to 1-
1,5 Nm.
●Insert the shredder bag. (Ö10.5)
7.3 Storing the Allen key
●Push Allen key (O) into holder (1) on
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8.1 What material can be processed?
Tree and hedge cuttings, thujas, spruce
branches, branches with side shoots and
twigs with leaves, greens, berry bushes,
bundled flower material which is not too
damp.
8.2 What material cannot be
processed?
Stones, glass, bits of metal
(wire, nails, etc.) or plastic
must not be fed into the
garden shredder.
As a general rule:
Any materials that do not belong on the
compost heap should not be processed
using the garden shredder.
8.3 Maximum branch diameter
The data relates to freshly cut branch
material:
Maximum branch diameter
GHE 135 L: 35 mm
GHE 140 L: 40 mm
8.4 Feeding the garden shredder
Even branches laden with side shoots and
twigs can be processed thanks to the
STIHL cloverleaf opening.
●Guide tree and hedge cuttings as well
as branch material slowly through the
feed opening to the blade roller.
Branches are drawn into the shredder
without kickback.
●Run the machine until empty after each
work operation.
8.5 Correct motor load
Always feed the garden shredder
continuously and steadily.
8.6 Overload protection
If an overload of the motor occurs during
operation, the built-in automatic reverse
changes the rotational direction of the
blade roller in an attempt to remove the
blockage automatically. If the blockage
cannot be removed after 3 changing
rotational direction, the built-in overload
protection automatically switches off the
motor.
The garden shredder can be started up
again after a cooling period of
approx. 10 minutes.
Frequent triggering of the overload
protection may be attributable to the
following causes:
– Unsuitable electric cable (Ö10.1)
– Power overload
– Machine overload due to excessive
quantities of shredding material
8.7 When the blade roller blocks
An overloaded motor, too much shredding
material, foreign objects or branches that
are too thick will cause the rotational
direction of the blade roller to change
automatically after a short period of time,
resulting in the blade roller coming to a
stop.
●If the blade roller stops, operate the Off
switch immediately.
●Allow the machine to cool and switch on
again as described. (Ö10.9)
8. Notes on working with the
machine
Tree and hedge cuttings should be
processed when fresh, as the
shredding performance is better
with fresh than with dried-out or wet
material.
Cut up thick branches and
branches with numerous side
shoots beforehand using loppers.
In order to prevent the garden
shredder becoming blocked, tough
shredding material containing earth
should be combined with dry
branches.
Only feed the garden shredder at
maximum motor speed.
Risk of injury!
Hold branches being drawn in by
the shredder lightly and guide them
to just before the feed opening. Do
not grip branches firmly or pull them
back out of the shredder.
The blade roller changes rotational
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9.1 Motor restart inhibitor
The machine can only be started via the
switch and not by plugging the electric
cable into the mains socket.
9.2 Shredder box
The garden shredder can only be switched
on with the shredder box installed and
locked in place.
Once inserted, the shredder box prevents
access to the rotating blade roller during
operation.
10.1 Electrical connection of garden
shredders
Power supply and operating voltage must
correspond (see rating plate).
The power cable must be adequately
protected by fuse in line with the
respective national electrical installation
regulations. (Ö15.)
Only electric cables which are no lighter
than rubber sheathed cables H07 RN-F
may be used.
The minimum cross-section of the power
cable must be 3x1.5mm²for a length of
up to 25 m or 3x2.5mm²for a length of
over 25 m.
The plug connections must be splash
proof.
Unsuitable extension cables lead to a loss
of power and may result in damage to the
motor.
Extension cable plugs and connectors
must conform to the standard AS/NZS
3112.
Use a splash-proof coupling box
(protection class IPX4) when using an
extension cable.
This machine is intended for operation with
a power supply having a system
impedance of Z
max
at the transfer point
(house connection) of maximum
0.49 ohms at 50 Hz.
The user must ensure that the machine is
only operated with a power supply which
meets this requirement.
If necessary, this information can be
obtained from the local electric power
company.
10.2 Connecting the power cable
●Connect the mains cable connector to
mains plug (1).
●Attach the mains cable to the strain
relief. (Ö10.4)
10.3 Disconnecting the power cable
●Detach the strain relief. (Ö10.4)
In order to prevent damage to the power
cable, it must only be disconnected by
pulling at the connector. Never pull at the
cable.
10.4 Strain relief
During work, the strain relief prevents any
unintentional disconnection of the electric
cable and any resulting damage to the
mains connection on the machine.
For this reason, the electric cable must be
fed through the strain relief.
9. Safety devices
10. Operating the machine
Risk of injury!
Observe the instructions in the
"Warning – dangers caused by
electrical current" section (Ö4.2).
Your electrician can provide further
information on mains connection.

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●Connect the power cable. (Ö10.2)
●Form a loop in electric cable (1) and
guide it through opening (2).
●Then push the loop over hook (3) and
pull it tight.
10.5 Inserting the shredder bag
●Insert shredder bag (1) at two
guides (2) and push in as far as it will
go.
●Turn locking switch (3) to the right as far
as it will go and secure the shredder
bag.
10.6 Removing the shredder bag
●Switch off the machine. (Ö10.8)
●Turn locking switch (1) to the left as far
as it will go.
●Pull out shredder bag (2).
10.7 Switching on the garden shredder
GHE 140 L:
●Fold out the machine and lock in place.
(Ö10.12)
GHE 135 L, GHE 140 L:
●Insert the shredder bag. (Ö10.5)
●Connect the machine to the mains.
(Ö10.1)
On/off switch (1) with integrated locking
slide (2) prevents direct switching from
one rotational direction to the other.
Feed position
●Turn on/off switch (1) to the 0position.
●Push locking slide (2) upwards.
●To start the motor, turn on/off switch (1)
to the right against spring pressure as
far as it will go to the START position.
The motor starts.
The garden shredder can only be
switched on with the shredder bag
locked in place.
The garden shredder cannot be
operated without the shredder bag.
Before switching the rotational
direction, switch off the machine
and wait for the blade roller to come
to a standstill.
The blade roller draws the
shredding material in and cuts
it.

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●Release the rotary switch. This returns
automatically to the Iposition. The
motor continues to run.
Reverse position
●Turn on/off switch (1) to the 0position.
●Push locking slide (2) downwards.
●Turn on/off switch (1) to the left against
spring pressure as far as it will go to the
Iposition and hold. The motor runs.
10.8 Switching off the garden shredder
●Set on/off switch (1) to the 0position.
The garden shredder motor is switched off
and braked automatically.
10.9 Recommencing operation
following a blockage
The garden shredder features an
automatic reverse. In the event of a
blocked blade roller, the machine
automatically engages reverse in order to
free the blockage.
The shredding material is released again.
10.10 Shredding
●Push the garden shredder onto firm and
level ground and set down safely.
●Put on thick gloves, safety glasses and
hearing protection.
●Connect the power cable to the garden
shredder. (Ö10.2)
●Switch on the garden shredder.
(Ö10.7)
●Wait until the garden shredder has
reached its maximum speed (idling
speed).
●Feed the garden shredder with
shredding material in the correct way.
(Ö8.4)
●Switch off the garden shredder.
(Ö10.8)
The blade roller runs in
reverse and releases the
shredding material again.
The rotary switch must be held in
this position, as otherwise it
automatically returns to the centre
position (0position).
Risk of injury caused by ejected
shredding material. Keep your
hands and head away from the
feed opening. Do not look into the
machine!
Once the blockage has been
removed, only feed the garden
shredder at maximum motor speed.