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2 - SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
PLEASE READ - SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS
When using power equipment, basic precautions should
alw
ays 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 and during operation of this
Chipper Shredder
2.
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK this
Chipper 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 debr
is that ma
y reduce air flo
w
.
Replace damaged par
ts that are chipped, cracked or
damaged in an
y w
a
y
.
This product is doub
le 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 v
olts
, it has a plug as illustr
ated in
sk
etch A in Figure 2-1A. If it is for use on 150 to 250
v
olts
, it has a plug as illustr
ated in sk
etch D
, Fig.2-1A
An adapter
, sk
etches 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.
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.
a.
When using the chipper shredder
, an extension cord
of adequate wire siz
e m
ust be used f
or saf
ety and to
prevent 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 e
xtension cord f
or loose or e
xposed 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 jew-
elry. They can be caught in moving parts. Use of
gloves and substantial footwear is recommended
when working outdoors. Wear protective hair covering
to contain long hair.
11.
Use safety glasses. Always use full eye protection
and a 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
s
witch 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 attac
hments are necessar
y f
or
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 indoor
s.
When not in use
, tools should
be stored indoors in dry, and high or locked-up place,
out of reach of children.
19. Maintain tools. Since these of these blades are wear
items it is important to keep the V and Shredder
blades sharp and clean for best performance and to
reduce the r
isk of injury. Follow instructions for lubri-
cating and changing accessories. Inspect tool cord
periodically, and if damaged, have it repaired by an
authorized service facility. 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 proper
ly repaired or replaced by a
McCulloch A
uthorized Service Center unless indicat-
ed elsewhere in this manual.
2-2. PRECAUTIONS FOR USING CHIPPER/
SHREDDER
1. Extreme caution should be taken to ensure the
material being shredded 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 Top Hopper, Side
Chute or Discharge Chute, while machine is operat-
ing.
3. Wear gloves and Full Eye Protection 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.
Bef
ore starting the machine, check that the cutting
chamber is empty.
7.
Motor should be kept clean of debris and other accu-
m
ulations
.
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 f
eed opening.
11.
Ne
v
er pull the machine b
y 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 mo
ving par
ts are completely stopped bef
ore clean
-
ing clogged debris.
14. Ensure the power cord is always in good condi-
tion.
A cord with brok
en insulation is e
xtremely
dangerous and can result in fire, electric shock or seri-
ous personal injury.
2 - SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
2-1A
GROUNDING
PIN
ADAPTER
METAL
SCREW
COVER OF
GROUNDED
OUTLET BOX
GROUNDING
MEANS
GROUNDING
PIN
2-1B
EXTENSION
CORD
Method of securing extension cord
APPLIANC
E CORD
(A) TIE CORDS AS SHOWN
(B) CONNECT PLUG AND
RECEPTACLE
MINIMUM WIRE GAUGE RECOMMENDATIONS
V
OLTS
EXTENSIOIN CORD
LENGTH
WIRE SIZE
REQUIRMED
120
25 feet / 7.5m 14 A.W.G.*
50 feet / 15m
14 A.W.G.*
100 f
eet / 30m
12 A.W
.G.*
* American Wire Gauge
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