
IMPORTANT SAFETY WARNINGS
WARNING
Before you put the machine into operation, you must read this instruction manual.
When using this machine, observe the following safety instructions to remove the risk of personal injury or
material damage. Please also observe the special safety instructions in the respective chapters. Where
applicable, follow the legal directives or regulations for the prevention of accidents in relation to the use of
this machine.
When using electric tools, basic safety precautions, including the following, should always be followed to
reduce the risk of serious personal injury and/or damage to the unit.
GENERAL OPERATION
1. Read this instruction manual carefully in its entirety before attempting to assemble this machine. Read,
understand, and follow all instructions on the machine and in the manual(s) before operation. Keep this
manual in a safe place for future and regular reference and for ordering replacement parts.
2. Be completely familiar with the controls and the proper use of this machine before operating it.
3. This machine is a precision piece of power equipment, not a plaything. Therefore, always exercise extreme
caution. This machine has been designed to perform one job: compacting fibrous and wood-related
materials. Do not use it for any other purpose.
4. This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or
mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or
instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
5. Never allow children under 16 years of age to operate this machine. Children 16 and over should read and
understand the instructions and safe operation practices in this manual and on the machine and should be
trained and always supervised by an adult.
6. Only responsible individuals who are familiar with these rules of safe operation should be allowed to use
this machine.
7. Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used. Remove all stones, sticks, wire, bones,
toys, and other foreign objects, which could be tripped over or picked up and placed into the shredder.
Foreign objects can cause serious damage to the machine or increases the chances of personal injury.
8. Stay in operator zone behind operation panel and handles and keep children, bystanders, helpers, and
pets at least 20 metres from shredder while it is in operation. Stop machine if anyone enters area.
9. Always wear safety glasses or safety goggles during operation and while performing an adjustment or
repair to protect your eyes. Thrown objects which ricochet can cause serious injury to the eyes.
10. Wear sturdy, rough-soled work shoes and close-fitting trousers and shirts. Shirts and trousers that cover
the arms and legs and steel-toed shoes are recommended. Never operate this machine in bare feet,
sandals, slippery or light- weight (e.g. canvas) shoes.
11. Do not put hands or feet near or into rotating parts. Always keep clear of input and discharge areas, as the
rotating blade can cause injury.
12. Never operate the lawnmower without proper shields, guards, control lever or other safety protective
devices in place and working.
13. Never operate the lawnmower with damaged safety devices. Failure to do so, can result in personal injury.
14. Do not operate the lawnmower while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
15. Never attempt to bypass its operation safety devices. Doing so makes the safety device inoperative and
may result in personal injury through contact with the rotating blade.
16. Never operate the shredder in wet grass. Always be sure of your footing. A slip and fall can cause serious
personal injury. Plus cutting in wet grass can cause excessive build-up of cut grass around the cutting deck
and cause issues with your collection and also extra pressure on the machines motor.
17. Operate only in daylight or good artificial light. Walk, never run when around the machine.
18. Do not use the machine on a paved, graveled area, which could be damaged by ejected material
19. If the machine starts to vibrate abnormally, stop the motor, and check immediately for the cause.
Vibration is generally a warning of trouble.
20. Shut the motor off and wait until the blade comes to a complete stop before cleaning the discharge area.
GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
It is important that you read and understand the owner’s manual and labels affixed to the machine. Learn its
application and limitations as well as the specific potential hazards. Retain these instructions for future
reference. The operator is responsible for following the warnings & instructions in this manual and on the
product.
Read & understand the instruction
manual before using the machine.
Failure to follow instructions could
result in death or serious injury.
Please keep in a safe place for future
reference.
Whenever the machine is in use, safety
goggles or glasses must be worn to
safeguard against flying objects.
Hearing protection must also be used to
protect the operators hearing.
Face masks are also recommended to avoid
inhalation of debris.
Remove the electrical plug from the
power supply before any
maintenance, repair, cleaning or if
the power cable is damaged.
Always wear gloves to protect your hands.
Wear foot protection or sensible shoes
when using the machine. Steel-toed shoes
are recommended
DANGER
Keep all bystanders & animals away
from the machine during operation.
If approached, stop the machine
immediately.
DANGER —THROWN DEBRIS
Remove objects that can be thrown by the
machine in any direction.
IMPORTANT NOTE!
Risk of injury due to rotating blade!
Keep hands and feet outside of the
openings when the machine is
running.
Keep guards in place and in working order.
Replace damaged, missing, or failed parts
before operating.
Do not misuse as a step or climb
upon the machine.
Do not expose to rain or damp conditions.
Be careful when using on slopes.
Do not operate on inclines greater
than 15°.
It is advised to cut across the incline.
Class II, double insulation
Safety alert symbol. Used to alert
you to potential personal injury
hazards. Obey all safety messages
that follow this symbol to avoid
possible injury.
Indicates an imminently hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, will result in
serious injury
Indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, could
result in serious injury
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, may result in minor
or moderate injury.
Used without the safety alert symbol
indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, may
result in property damage.
Noise Level - See label on machine
CE Marking - the product meets
demand and regulations set by the
EU