1. INTENDED USE This shredder is intended for mulching garden and pruning waste such as green branches, twigs, brush, vines, and long grasses. DO NOT use this shredder for chipping construction debris, plastic, paper products, rope or twine, or any material that may contain metal. 2.
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unusual noise or vibration, shut off the power source and allow the machine to stop. Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug (electric unit disconnect from supply) and take the following steps: Inspect for damage; Check for and tighten any loose parts ; ...
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Danger! Rotating blades. Keep hands and feet out of openings while machine is running! Keep bystanders away. Wear eye and ear protection. Do not use as a step. Wear protective gloves. Wear safety footwear. Danger! risk of fire. Caution – hot surface. Warning –...
4. ASSEMBLY Hopper installation 1. Carefully insert the hopper into the hopper holder (Fig. A) 2. Locate the screws (total 4 screws) to correct position. 3. Fasten the screw completely. Fig A Dustbin installation 1. Install the handle on the dustbin (on the side without the key) and screw it into place. 2.
Fig B Fig D Fig C Wheel installation Place the wheels on both sides at the bottom of the machine. Secure them with a bolt and a flat washer. Then place the decoration frame. 5. OIL AND FUEL FILLING WARNING! Engine delivered without oil or fuel: Fill up with gasoline and oil before starting the engine: 1) Fuel Recommended fuel: unleaded petrol with an octane rating of at least 87.
tank or handling fuel. Never open the fuel tank cap and never add fuel when the engine is running or when it is hot. If fuel has spilled, do not start the engine, move the tool away from where the fuel was spilled, and take care not to create a spark or flame until the fuel vapors have dissipated.
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3. TOP HOPPER-FRONT CUT The large slopping front chute of the top hopper is designed to accept leaves and small garden clippings. Shredding and mulching is achieved by natural suction of the debris through the blade chamber. Do not overfeed and do not feed wet, soggy material into the shredder as this may clog the blade chamber and the discharge chute.
7. MAINTENANCE WARNING! Priors to any maintenance, to stop engine and switch if off first. WARNING! Disconnect spark plug wire from the spark plug to prevent unintentional engine starting. WARNING! Unintentional sparking can result in fire. WARNING! Unintentional start-up can result in entanglement, traumatic amputation, or laceration.
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Clean air cleaner more frequently when working under dusty conditions or when airborne debris is present. Replace of air cleaner element if it is very dirty. BLADE MAINTENANCE WARNING! Before removing Top Hopper screw, ensure the machine is switched off, and the machine is completely stopped.
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DRAINING THE OIL 1. Leave the engine running until the fuel runs out and wait for the engine to stop and cool down slightly. 2. Disconnect the spark plug. 3. Remove the oil drain plug (A). Empty the oil into a suitable container. (Fig. O) 4.
SPARK PLUG Recommended spark plug: F7RTC. Stop the engine and allow it to cool WARNING! DO NOT use an incorrectly rated plug. It is essential to keep the spark plug in good condition-clean and properly adjusted. WARNING! To keep engine at top performance spark plug gap should be within specified and carbon built up free.
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3. Change engine lubrication oil. 4. Clean the exterior surfaces of the engine. 5. Remove spark plug, pour one teaspoon of fresh engine oil into cylinder. 6. Re-install spark plug without the spark plug wire attached. Pull starter rope slowly several times to distribute the oil in the engine.
32 rue Aristide Bergès - Z.I. du Casque - 31270 Cugnaux - France Declare that the following tool: Petrol Plant Shredder FBT70-3 Serial number: 20231256191-20231256294 Is in conformity with the requirements of the Directive Machine 2006/42/EC and to the followings...
10. WARRANTY WARRANTY The manufacturer guarantees the product against defects in material and workmanship for a period of 2 years from the date of the original purchase. The warranty only applies if the product is for household use. The warranty does not cover breakdowns due to normal wear and tear. The manufacturer agrees to replace parts identifed as defective by the designated distributor.
11. PRODUCT FAILURE WHAT TO DO IF MY MACHINE BREAKS DOWN? If you bought your product in a store: a) Empty the fuel tank if your product has one. b) Make sure that your machine is complete with all accessories supplied, and clean! If this is not the case, the repairer will refuse the machine.
12. WARRANTY EXCLUSIONS THE WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER: • Start-up and setting up of the product. • Damage resulting from normal wear and tear of the product. • Damage resulting from improper use of the product. • Damage resulting from assembly or start-up not in accordance with the user manual. •...
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BUILDER SAS 32 rue Aristide Bergès - Z.I. du Casque - 31270 Cugnaux - France MADE IN PRC 2023...
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