McCulloch MCS2001 Safety Precautions, Please Read - Save These Instructions, Personal Safety

2 - SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

2 - SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

PLEASE READ - SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

When using power equipment, basic precautions should always be followed to assure maximum safety and optimum performance. Read this manual before assembling and operating this chipper shredder. Failure to comply with instructions may result in electrical shock, burns, fire, or personal injury.

WARNING

2-1. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, BURNS, FIRE OR PERSONAL INJURY:

1.FOLLOW ALL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS listed in this manual before/during operation of this shredder

2.TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK this shredder must be grounded. It is equipped with a cord having an equipment-grounding conductor and grounding plug to reduce the risk of electric shock. Plug into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.

DANGER: Improper connection of the equipment- grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock in the event of a malfunction. Contact a quali- fied electrician if you are in doubt as to whether the receptacle is properly grounded. Do not modify the plug provided with the shredder.

3.INSPECT UNIT FOR DAMAGE to the housing, cord or plug. Keep all fasteners tight. Do not use if the switch does not turn the unit off properly. Never use unit if cord or plug has been damaged, the motor or unit itself is not working as it should or has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors or dropped in water. Never operate with any air opening blocked. Keep air openings free of debris that may reduce air flow. Replace damaged parts that are chipped, cracked or damaged in any way. This product is double insulated - there are no serviceable parts inside..

4.GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS This tool should be grounded while in use to reduce the risk of electric shock to the operator. The tool is equipped with a 3- conductor cord and 3-prong grounding plug to fit the proper grounding receptacle. If your unit is for use on less than 150 volts, it has a plug as illustrated in sketch A in Figure 2-1A. If it is for use on 150 to 250 volts, it has a plug as illustrated in sketch D, Fig.2-1A An adapter, sketches B and C, is available for con- necting plugs as illustrated in sketch A to 2-prong receptacles. The green-colored rigid ear, lug, or the like, must be connected to permanent ground, such as a properly grounded outlet box. No adapter is avail- able for the plug illustrated in sketch D.

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		METAL
		SCREW
		COVER OF
GROUNDING		GROUNDED
PIN		OUTLET BOX
	ADAPTER
	GROUNDING	GROUNDING
	MEANS	PIN
		2-1A

Method of securing extension cord

CORD	APPLIANC
	E CORD
SET

(A) TIE CORD AS SHOWN (B) CONNECT PLUG AND RECEPTACLE

2-1B

5.EXTENSION CORD - Use only three-wire outdoor extension cords that have three-prong grounding plugs and grounding receptacles that accept the appliance’s plug.

MINIMUM WIRE GAUGE RECOMMENDATIONS

VOLTS	EXTENSION CORD	WIRE SIZE
	LENGTH	REQUIRED
	25 feet / 7.5m	18 A.W.G.*
120	50 feet / 15m	16 A.W.G.*
	100 feet / 30m	16 A.W.G.*

*American Wire Gauge

Table

a.When using the chipper shredder, an extension cord of adequate size must be used for safety and to pre- vent loss of power and overheating.

b.The extension cord must be specifically intended for outdoor use and marked “SJ” or “SJT” and with the suffix “WA”. In Canada, the extension cord must be marked “SFTW”.

c.Inspect extension power cord for loose or exposed wires and damaged insulation. If damaged, replace before using appliance.

DO NOT ABUSE POWER CORD - Never carry power equipment by cord or pull cord to disconnect from out- let. Keep cord clear of operator and obstacles at all times. Do not expose cord to heated surfaces, oil or water. Do not pull cord around sharp edges, corners or close door on cord.

6.Avoid dangerous environment. Do not use power equipment in damp or wet locations.

7.Don’t use in rain. Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock.

8.Do not abuse cord. Never pull on power cord to dis- connect from receptacle. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts. Replace damaged cords immediately. Damaged cords increase the risk of electric shock.

PERSONAL SAFETY

9.Keep children away. All bystanders should be kept at a safe distance from work area.

10.Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewel- ry. They can be caught in moving parts. Use of gloves and substantial footwear is recommended when work- ing outdoors. Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.

11.Use safety glasses. Always use face or dust mask if operation is dusty.

12.Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use com- mon sense when operating a power tool. Do not use tools while tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or medication. A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury.

13.Avoid unintentional starting. Do not move plugged- in power equipment with finger on switch. Be sure switch is off when plugging in.

14.Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Proper footing and balance enables better control of the tool in unexpected conditions.

15.No accessories or attachments are necessary for the operation of this gardening tool. The use of any accessories or attachments for this gardening tool is not recommended. Such use of any attachment or accessory may increase the risk of injury to the user.

16.Do not use force. The correct tools will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it is designed.

17.Disconnect the plug from the power source before making any adjustment, changing accessories, or storing the tool. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the tool accidentally.

18.Store tools indoors. When not in use, tools should be stored indoors in dry, and high or locked-up place, out of reach of children.

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19.Maintain tools. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean for best performance and to reduce the risk of injury. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories. Inspect tool cord periodically, and if dam- aged, have it repaired by an authorized service facili- ty. Keep handling surface dry, clean, and free from oil and grease.

20.Check damaged parts. Before further use of the tool, a guard or other part that is damaged should be care- fully 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.

2-2. PRECAUTIONS FOR USING CHIPPER/ SHREDDER

1.Extreme caution should be taken to ensure shreddable material does not contain metal,

rocks, bottles, cans or other foreign objects.

2.Do not allow hands or any other part of the body, or clothing to enter inside the feeding chambers

or discharge chute, while machine is operating.

3.Wear gloves while operating the machine.

4.Before starting the machine, ensure that all screws and other fasteners are properly secured.

5.Machine should be operated on firm level surfaces only.

6.Before starting the machine, check that the cutting chamber is empty.

7.Motor should be kept clean of debris and other accu- mulations.

8.Keep all guards and deflectors in good working condi- tion.

9.Stand clear of discharge chute at all times.

10.Do not over reach and keep face and body back form the feed opening.

11.Never pull the machine by the power cord and keep cord away from water or sharp edges.

12.Disconnect the power cord when the machine is not in use.

13.If machine should become clogged, switch off

the motor, disconnect the power cord, make sure all moving parts are completely stopped before clean- ing clogged debris.

14.Ensure the power cord is always in good condi- tion. A cord with broken insulation is extremely

dangerous and can result in fire, electric shock or seri- ous personal injury.