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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7) If the cutting mechanism strikes any foreign objects or if the machine should start making any 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;...
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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.
Fill the fuel tank only outdoors and before starting the engine. Do not smoke when filling the fuel 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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2. TURN THE ENGINE OFF Turn the engine switch on OFF position, or take out the dustbin. WARNING! Never operate without dustbin; it may be dangerous to your body. 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.
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. CAUTION: Use only genuine replacement engine parts.
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BLADE MAINTENANCE WARNING! Before removing Top Hopper screw, ensure the machine is switched off, and the machine is completely stopped. WARNING! Take extreme care not to come in contact with cutting blades. Danger! WARNING! If ejection chute becomes clogged or cutting blades become jammed, under no circumstances should you place your hands in ejection chute to try to clear obstruction, as this will lead to serious injury.
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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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from the working area. 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.
BUILDER SAS 32, rue Aristide Bergès - ZI 31270 Cugnaux - France Declare that the following tool: Petrol Plant Shredder HBT75-1 Serial number: 20240414410-20240414459 Is in conformity with the requirements of the Directive Machine 2006/42/EC and to the followings Europeans Directives:...
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 identified 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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