Intended Use; Safety Information - Gardol GLH-S-28FB Traducción De Las Instrucciones Originales

4. Intended use

The equipment is to be used only for its prescribed
purpose. Any other use is deemed to be a case of
misuse. The user / operator and not the manufacturer
will be liable for any damage or injuries of any kind
caused as a result of this.
An element of the intended use is also the obser-
vance of the safety instructions, as well as the as-
sembly instructions and operating information in the
operating manual.
Persons who operate and maintain the machine must
be familiar with the manual and must be informed
about potential dangers.
In addition, the applicable accident prevention regula-
tions must be strictly observed.
Other general occupational health and safety-related
rules and regulations must be observed.
The liability of the manufacturer and resulting dam-
ages are excluded in the event of modifications of the
machine.
The machine may be operated only with original parts
and original accessories of the manufacturer.
The safety, work and maintenance instructions of the
manufacturer as well as the dimensions indicated in
the Technical Data section must be adhered to.
The shredder may only be used for cutting twigs,
branches, shrubs, garden wastes, paper and card-
board.
The proper use includes the shredding of
• all types of branches up to a max. diameter 45 mm
(depending on wood species and freshness)
• wilted, moist garden refuse that has already been
stored for several days, alternating with branches
Do not fell the shredder with stones, glass, metal,
bones, plastics or fabrics.
Please note that our equipment has not been de-
signed for use in commercial, trade or industrial appli-
cations. Our warranty will be voided if the equipment
is used in commercial, trade or industrial businesses
or for equivalent purposes.

5. Safety information

• This appliance is not intended for use by persons
(including children) with reduced physical, senso-
ry or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and
knowledge, unless they have been given supervi-
sion or instruction concerning use of the appliance
by a person responsible for their safety..
• Children should be supervised to ensure that they
do not play with the appliance.
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• Never allow children or other persons unfamiliar
with the user manual to use the shredder. Local
regulations or bylaws may determine the minimum
age for using the shredder.
Observe noise control and local regulations.
Caution!
When using power tools, observe the following basic
safety measures for the prevention of electric shocks
and the risk of injury and fire:
Preparation:
• Never use the shredder with other persons or ani-
mals nearby.
• Wear hearing and eye protection at all times when
using the shredder.
• Wear appropriate protective clothing such as pro-
tective gloves, firm footwear and long trousers. Do
not wear loosely fitting clothes or clothes with dan-
gling cords or belts.
• Only use the shredder in the open (that is, away
from walls or other rigid structures) on a firm, level
surface.
• Do not use the machine on a paved, gravelled area,
which could be damaged by ejected material.
• Before you start up the shredder, check that all of
the nuts, bolts and other fastenings are tight. Cov-
ers must be fastened properly and in good working
order. Replace any damaged or illegible stickers.
• Only use replacement parts and accessories sup-
plied and recommended by the manufacturer. Us-
ing third-party parts will immediately invalidate the
guarantee.
• Do not leave the shredder working unattended and
keep it in a dry place out of children's reach.
• Only connect the shredder to a properly earthed
mains power supply. Make sure that the extension
cable and socket are properly earthed.
• While being used in the open, connect the shredder
to a residual current (RC) circuit breaker with a trip
current of not more than 30 mA.
• Always stand clear of the discharge zone when op-
erating the machine.
Working with the device:
• Make sure that the funnel feeder is empty before
you start the shredder.
• Keep your head, hair and body away from the in-
take opening.
• Do not reach into the funnel feeder during opera-
tion. The shredder will continue to run for a short
period after you switch it off.
• Always make sure you are standing in a firm, bal-
anced position. Do not lean forwards, and never
stand above the shredder when inserting materials.
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