GETTING TO KNOW THE MACHINE
NOTE The images corresponding to the references are
found on page 2 of this manual.
Machine description and usage
This machine is a garden tool, and precisely an electric gar-
den chipper.
The machine consists of a motor, which drives a blade en-
closed within the machine body and which chips branches.
Intended use
The machine is designed and intended for the chipping
of branches, small shrubs and wet leaves. Any other us-
age may be hazardous and may cause harm to persons and/
or things or to the machine itself.
Note: using the machine for chipping mainly dry branches
will reduce the efficacy of the cut as well as blade life.
Improper use
Examples of improper use (may include, but are not limit-
ed to):
– using the machine for chipping non plant material;
– climbing on the machine;
– using the machine to move objects.
This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years
and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or
mental capabilities or lack of experience and knoledge if they
have been given supervision or instructions cencerning use
of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards
involved. Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning
and user maintenance shall not be made by children without
supervision.
RISK REMAINING
Even when using the machine correctly, situations with re-
sidual risks may arise. Possible hazardous situations may be
caused by (including but not limited to):
- ejected stones or other materials accidentally fed with
branches;
- breakage and uncontrolled movements of branches during
feeding, with injuries to limbs or eyes;
IDENTIFICATION LABEL
1.
Acoustic power level according to directive 2000/14/
EC
2.
Conformity marking in accordance with Directive
2006/42/EC
3.
Year of manufacture
4.
Type of machine
5.
Serial number
6.
Name and address of manufacturer
7.
Technical Data
8.
Article code
MACHINE COMPONENTS
9.
Plunger, which helps to push short pieces of branches
into the feeding hopper;
10. Handgrip for movement;
11. Feeding hopper, removable;
12. Grip for fastening the feeding hopper;
13. Run/stop controls;
15A. Stop (red);
15B. Run (green);
14. Power socket for the mains power supply;
15. Chipper blade;
16. Machine body with wheels for movement;
17. Collection box;
18. Discharge chute.
Immediately after purchasing the machine, write the iden-
tification numbers (3-4-5) in the spaces on the last page of
the manual.
Do not dispose of electrical equipment with household
waste material. In observance of European Directive
2012/19/EU on electrical and electronic equipment
waste and its implementation, in observance of UK
Regulation "The waste electrical and electronic equipment
regulations 2013 (as amended)" and in accordance with na-
tional regulations, electric equipment that has reached the
end of its product life must be collected separately and recy-
cled in an ecologically compatible way. If electrical equip-
ment is disposed of in dumps or in landfills, hazardous sub-
stances can leak into the groundwater and get into the food
chain, damaging your health and well-being. For further in-
formation on the disposal of this product, contact a domestic
waste collection authority or your dealer.
Double insulation
Class II:
SAFETY REQUIREMENTS
Your machine must be used carefully. Symbols have there-
fore been placed on various parts of the machine to remind
you of the main precautions to be taken. Their meaning is ex-
plained below. You are also asked to carefully read the safe-
ty regulations in the specific chapter of this manual. Replace
damaged or illegible labels.
19. Warning: Read the instruction manual before using
the machine.
20. Warning: Prevent unauthorized persons from operat-
ing the machine.
21. Warning: Rotating blade. Do not insert your hands
into the feeding chute or the discharge chute when
the motor is running.
22. Warning: Use ear protectors, safety goggles and dust
masks.
23. Warning: Disconnect the plug from the mains before
commencing maintenance work or if the power lead is
damaged.
24. Warning: The cutting means will continue to rotate for
a while after you have switched off the lawnmower.
Technical data
[61] Power supply voltage and frequency
[62] Rated power (P40) *
[63] Rated power
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