User's Manual

6
Intended use
Your Black & Decker garden shredder GS2400 has been
designed for shredding most kitchen and garden waste,
including prunings, hedge trimmings, twigs and other organic
garden waste as well as paper and cardboard. The shredded
waste is ideal for composting purposes or to obtain a smaller
volume of waste for easy disposal.
This garden shredder is intended for consumer use only. It is
intended for intermittent use: the recommended material feed
time is 40% of the total run time of the shredder. Selecting
and picking up the material will normally provide a sufcient
idle time.
Safety instructions
u Warning! When using mains-powered appliances, basic
safety precautions, including the following, should always
be followed to reduce the risk of re, electric shock,
personal injury and material damage.
u Read all of this manual carefully before operating the
appliance.
u Retain this manual for future reference.
u Remove the plug from the socket before carrying out any
adjustment, servicing or maintenance.
Training
u Never allow children or persons who are unfamiliar with
this type of appliance to use it, nor anyone who has not
read this user manual.
u Remember that the operator is responsible for accidents
or hazards occurring to other people or their property.
Preparation
u Do not operate this equipment in the vicinity of
bystanders.
u Only operate the appliance in open space (e.g. not close
to a wall or other xed objects) and on a rm, level surface.
u Wear safety glasses at all times while operating the
appliance.
u Hearing protection should be worn whenever the sound
level seems uncomfortable.
u Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery, as these can be
caught in moving parts. Preferably wear rubber gloves
and non-slip footwear when working outdoors. Wear
protective hair covering to keep long hair out of the way.
u Do not expose the appliance to rain. Do not use the
appliance where there is a risk of causing re or
explosion, e.g. in the presence of ammable liquids and
gases.
u Do not operate the appliance on a paved or gravel
surface where ejected material could cause injury.
u To prevent damage to the cutting gear, remove earth from
roots. Do not attempt to shred bones, stone, glass, metal,
plastics or rags.
u Before use, carefully check the appliance and mains cable
for damage. Check for misalignment and seizure of
moving parts, breakage of parts, damage to guards and
switches and any other conditions that may affect its
operation. Ensure that the appliance will operate properly
and perform its intended function. Do not use the
appliance if any part is damaged or defective. Do not use
the appliance if the switch does not turn it on and off.
u Have any damaged or defective parts repaired or replaced
by an authorised repair agent. Never attempt any repairs
yourself.
u If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the
manufacturer or its service agent or a similarly qualied
person in order to avoid a hazard. Replace damaged or
unreadable labels.
Safety of others
u This appliance is not intended for use by persons
(including children) with reduced physical, sensory or
mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge,
unless they have been given supervision or instruction
concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible
for their safety.
u Children must be supervised to ensure that they do not
play with the appliance.
Residual risks.
Additional residual risks may arise when using the tool which
may not be included in the enclosed safety warnings. These
risks can arise from misuse, prolonged use etc.
Even with the application of the relevant safety regulations
and the implementation of safety devices, certain residual
risks can not be avoided. These include:
u Injuries caused by touching any rotating/moving
parts.
u Injuries caused when changing any parts, blades or
accessories.
u Injuries caused by prolonged use of a tool. When
using any tool for prolonged periods ensure you take
regular breaks.
u Impairment of hearing.
u Health hazards caused by breathing dust developed
when using your tool (example:- working with wood,
especially oak, beech and MDF.)
Guard against electric shock
u The appliance must be connected to a socket or extension
cable containing an earth connection.
u Electric safety can be further improved by using a high-
sensitivity (30 mA / 30 mS) residual current device (RCD).