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4. WARNING: The cord of this product contains
lead and/or di (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP),
chemicals known to the State of California
to cause cancer, and birth defects or other
reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.
(California Health & Safety Code § 25249.5, et seq.)
5. Extension Cord - Make sure your extension cord
is in good condition. When using an extension
cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to carry
the current your product will draw. An undersized
extension cord will cause a drop in line voltage
resulting in loss of power and overheating.
Extension Cord Size
The following table shows the correct cord size to use
depending on cord length and nameplate ampere
rating. If in doubt, use the next heavier gauge.
The smaller the gauge number, the heavier the cord.
TABLE A – MINIMUM WIRE GAUGE FOR
EXTENSION CORDS (120 VOLT)
Ampere Rating
(at full load)
EXTENSION CORD LENGTH
25′ 50′ 100′ 150′
0 – 6 18 16 16 14
6 – 10 18 16 14 12
10 – 12 16 16 14 12
12 – 16 14 12 Not recommended
Connecting Cords
To reduce the risk of the cords pulling apart
during operation, do one of the following:
a. Make a knot as shown below
then connect the cords:
b.
Extension
Cord
Appliance
Cord
1
2
Or, use a plug-receptacle retaining
strap or connector designed to hold
extension cords to appliance cords.
Personal Safety
1. Dress Properly - Do not wear loose clothing or
jewelry. They can be caught in moving parts.
Use of rubber gloves and substantial footwear
is recommended when working outdoors.
Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.
2. Wear ANSI-approved safety goggles and
heavy-duty work gloves. Use face or dust
mask if operation is dusty.
3. Avoid Unintentional Starting - Do not carry
plugged-in appliance with finger on switch.
Be sure switch is off when plugging in.
4. Do not Overreach -
Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
5. Stay Alert - Watch what you are doing. Use common
sense. Do not operate appliance when you are tired.
Gardening Appliance Use and Care
1. Avoid Dangerous Environment -
Do not use appliances in damp or wet locations.
2. Do not Use In Rain.
3. Keep Children Away - All visitors should
be kept at a distance from work area.
4. When servicing use only identical replacement parts.
5. Before Starting the Chipper/Shredder, make
sure that the hopper inlet is empty.
6. Keep your face and body away
from the Hopper opening.
7. Stay clear of the discharge area. Keep body
and hands away from the discharge chute.
8. Do not put your hands into the hopper
opening while the unit is running. Use the
paddle to push objects into the hopper.
9. Before feeding material into the shredder,
remove any metal, rocks, bottles, cans or other
foreign objects that may damage blades.
10. Use Right Appliance - Do not use appliance for
any job except that for which it is intended.
11. Do not Force Appliance - It will do the job
better and with less likelihood of injury at
the rate for which it was designed.
12. Store Idle Appliances Indoors - When not in use,
appliances should be stored indoors in dry, and
high or locked-up place - out of reach of children.
Power Cord Safety (cont.)
SAFETYOPERATIONMAINTENANCE SETUP
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