Black & Decker GS1400 Manual page 9

18. Repairs
This tool complies with relevant safety
requirements. Repairs should only be carried
out by qualified persons using original spare
parts; otherwise this may result in considerable
danger to the user.
Additional safety instructions for shredders
Read the manual prior to operation.
Danger - rotating blades. Keep hands and
feet out of openings.
Never operate the shredder unless the
chute is in place and securely fastened.
Do not expose the tool to rain.
Never put your hands in the blade area
while the blades are running or the
shredder is plugged in. The blades will
keep running for a few seconds after the
shredder has been switched off.
Wear safety glasses or goggles when
operating this tool.
Wear ear protection when operating
this tool.
Wear gloves when operating this tool.
Before performing any maintenance,
switch off and unplug the tool.
Before use, ensure that the tool is placed on a
firm and level surface.
Never look directly into the outlet while the
shredder is running, as loose debris may be
ejected.
Never attempt to shred bones, stone, glass,
metal, plastics or rags.
Do not allow children or any person who has
not read this instruction manual or who is not
familiar with the tool to operate it.
Remember that the operator may be held
responsible for accidents or hazards occurring
to other people or their property.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
The electric motor has been designed for one
voltage only. Always check that the power supply
corresponds to the voltage on the rating plate.
This product must be earthed.
Mains plug replacement (U.K. & Ireland only)
Should your mains plug need replacing and you
are competent to do this, proceed as instructed
below. If you are in doubt, contact an authorised
repair agent or a qualified electrician.
Disconnect the plug from the supply and
remove the fuse from the plug.
Cut off the plug and dispose of it safely; a plug
with bared copper conductors is dangerous if
engaged in a live socket outlet.
Only fit 13 Amperes BS1363A approved plugs
fitted with the correctly rated fuse (1). Only fit
13 Amperes fuses.
The cable wire colours, or a letter, will be
marked at the connection points of most good
quality plugs. Attach the wires to their
respective points in the plug (see above).
Brown is for Live (L) (2), blue is for Neutral (N) (4)
and green/yellow is for Earth (E).
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