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– that the housing and cutting tools 
(blades, blade shaft, blade discs, etc.) 
are not worn or 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.
Do not use the machine on a paved or 
gravel-covered surfaces, as ejected or 
thrown-up material could cause injuries.
Before using the machine, always check 
that it is properly closed. (Ö 7.7)
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.
Exhaust gases:
The machine generates 
poisonous exhaust gases when 
the engine is running. The 
gases contain poisonous 
carbon monoxide, a colourless and 
odourless gas, as well as other pollutants. 
The engine must never be operated in 
closed or poorly ventilated spaces.
The machine must be positioned so that it 
is not necessary to work facing the 
direction of the exhaust gases.
Starting:
Place the machine in a stable and upright 
position prior to starting. The machine 
must never be operated in a horizontal 
position.
Do not pull the recoil starter rope if the 
machine is not properly closed and the 
blades are exposed.
Risk of injury due to rotating blades!
Exercise care when starting the machine 
and observe the instructions contained in 
the section entitled "Operating the 
machine" (Ö 10.). Starting the machine in 
accordance with these instructions 
reduces the risk of injury.
Risk of injury!
If the starter rope recoils at speed, the 
hand and arm will be pulled towards the 
engine faster than the starter rope can be 
released. This kickback can result in 
broken bones, crush injuries and sprains.
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.
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.
Danger to life through poisoning!
In the case of nausea, headache, 
impaired vision (e.g. decreasing 
field of view) hearing disorder, 
dizziness, decreasing power of 
concentration, stop working 
immediately. These symptoms may 
be caused by excessively high 
exhaust gas concentrations.
Risk of injury!
Never place your hands or feet 
above, underneath or on rotating 
parts.