STARTING THE MOTOR (FIG. C)
Warning! Ensure that the grinder is empty before
starting the motor.
Start the motor by first turning the control (3) anti-
clockwise and then turning on the main (green) switch
(2).
CHANGING DIRECTION OF
ROTATION
To change the direction of rotation, first turn the con-
trol to position 0 and wait until the spiral cutter has
stopped. Then turn the control clockwise and turn on
the main switch.
STOPPING THE MOTOR
Stop the motor by turning the switch to position 0.
Do not feed in any material after the motor has been
stopped. This will get caught in the machine and can
make restarting impossible.
Disconnect the plug if the machine is to be left unsu-
pervised.
EMERGENCY STOP
In order to stop the machine quickly, e.g. in an emer-
gency, press the 0 button (red) on the main switch (2).
MOTOR PROTECTION
The grinder is equipped with a built-in motor protec-
tion which prevents the motor being overloaded. In
the event of overloading, the main switch is turned off
automatically. The current is broken.
After 5 minutes of cooling, the motor can be started
again.
AUTOMATIC CHANGE IN
DIRECTION OF ROTATION
In the event of a sudden blockage, the machine can
automatically change the direction of rotation. This
causes the material to be fed back.
•Switch off the machine
•Wait until the spiral cutter has stopped
•Start the machine again and use material which can
be processed more easily.
GRINDING
The following types of material can be ground in the
compost grinder:
•Twigs and branches
•Waste from cutting bushes
•Waste from hedge-trimming
•Plant parts and other garden waste which is suita-
ble for grinding.
Examples of materials which are not suitable
for grinding include:
- Glass, metal, plastic bags, stones, fabric, earth-cover-
ed roots
- Waste that does not have a firm consistency, e.g.
kitchen waste.
To prevent damage to the machine, you are recom-
mended not to exceed the following maximum sizes of
twigs and branches:
< 40 mm diameter
Feel free to stand the grinder on a tarpaulin or similar
before grinding. This will catch the ground material
and make removal easier.
The material that is to be ground is fed into the fee-
ding hopper and, assuming it is not too bulky, automa-
tically pulled down through the slowly rotating spiral
cutter to the blades.
Branches and twigs should be ground shortly after
being cut. They become extremely hard when they dry
out, and the maximum diameter of what can be ground
is reduced.
Don’t insert too much material (especially soft and
slim tender branches) into the shredder at one time,
otherwise it will be easy to be blocked.
A large proportion of garden waste contains a lot of
water and therefore sticks easily. Such material should
be allowed to dry for a few days before being processed.
ADJUSTING THE SHAVING PLATE
The cutting mechanism is adjusted in the works and
does not have to be set during initial commissioning.
•Switch on device (fig.C switch (3) in right position)
•Fig. A. Use Allen key (8) to turn adjusting screw (9)
in a clockwise direction with the motor running
until scraping noises hare heard and fine aluminium
chips fall out of the delivery chute. Worn points on
the shaving plate are optimally compensated.
•This improves the cutting of the shredding material.
MAINTENANCE
These appliances are designed to function without dif-
ficulty for a long time and to require minimum mainte-
nance. You will prolong the appliance’s life by cleaning
it regularly and using it correctly.
•When the machine is stopped for servicing, inspec-
tion, or storage, or to change an accessory, shut off
the power source (electric unit disconnect from
supply), make sure that all moving parts have come
to a complete stop and, where a key is fitted remo-
ve the key. Allow the machine to cool before
making any inspections, adjustments, etc.
•When servicing the cutting means be aware that,
even though the power source will not start due to
the interlock feature of the guard, the cutting
means can still be moved by a manual starting
mechanism.
Cleaning
Clean the housing regularly with a soft cloth, prefera-
bly every time it is used. Keep the air vents free of dust
and dirt. Remove stubborn dirt with a soft rag moiste-
ned in soapy water. Do not use any solvents such as
petrol, alcohol, ammonia, etc. as such substances can
damage the plastic parts.
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