SAFETY RULES AND PRECAUTIONS
Wa rning: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and personal injury, the follow- ing basic safety precautions should always be followed.
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1 . Become familiar with all sections of this owner’s man- ual before attempting to operate the shredder. This shredder should be used solely for the purpose it was intended .
2 . Use only parts or accessories specifically designed for use with this shredder. Using other parts or acces- sories could increase risk of injury.
3 . Keep Children Away – all visitors should be kept at a distance from the work area.
4 . Never allow your hands or any part of your body or clothing inside the upper housing area.
5 . Avoid Dangerous Environments – do not use shredder in damp or wet locations. Do not operate or store shredder in wet areas. Do not operate in rain. Store indoors when not in use, in a dry, and high or locked- up place — out of reach of children.
6 . This shredder should be operated on a solid, level sur- face .
7 . Dress Properly – do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. They can be caught in moving parts. Use of work gloves and substantial footwear is advised when working outdoors. Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.
8 . Stay Alert – Watch what you are doing. Use common sense. Do not operate shredder when you are tired.
9 . Do not Abuse Power or Extension Cords – Never carry unit by its power cord or yank cord to disconnect from receptacle. Keep all cords clean and away from heat, oil and sharp edges and inspect for damage before each use.
10 . Ground unit properly. Follow instructions on page 7 when connecting to electrical outlet.
11 . Warning – To reduce the risk of electrical shock, use only an extension cord intended for outdoor use. See page 7 for additional information on extension cords.
12 . Ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) protection should be provided on the circuit(s) or outlet(s) to be used for this shredder. Receptacles are available hav- ing
13. If it is necessary for any reason to inspect, clean or repair the shredder, turn the shredder off and wait until it comes to a complete stop, then disconnect the power cord before attempting such inspection or repair.
14 . Disconnect shredder from the power source when not in use, before servicing, and when changing cutting lines .
15 . When feeding material into the shredder be extremely careful that pieces of metal, rocks, bottles, cans or other foreign objects are not included.
16 . Do not force the shredder. It will do the job better and with less likelihood of a risk of injury when used at the rate for which it was designed.
17 . If the cutting mechanism strikes a foreign object or if your shredder should start making an unusual noise or vibration, immediately switch it off, wait until the shredder has come to a complete stop, then discon- nect the power cord and take the following steps:
A . Remove any foreign or clogged material. B . Check for any loose parts and tighten to assure continued safe operation.
C . Replace or repair any damaged parts.
18 . Avoid unintentional starting. Be sure switch is off when plugging in the shredder.
19 . Always use safety glasses. Wear face or dust mask if operation is dusty.
20 . Check discharge area periodically after stopping shredder to assure the processed material does not build up and clog motor cooling vents.
21 . Do Not Overreach – keep proper footing and balance at all times.
22 . Do not move shredder when motor is running or with finger on the switch.
23 . Maintain Shredder With Care – Follow instructions for replacing cutting lines and for cleaning air filter. Inspect shredder power cord periodically, and if dam- aged, have it repaired by an authorized service facility. Keep handles dry, clean, and free from oil and grease.
24 . Check Damaged Parts – Before further use of the shredder, any part that is damaged should be carefully 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.
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