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INTRODUCTION
This manual is to be considered part of the machine. Distributors of new and used
machines are required to issue a document stating that the user ’s manual has been
delivered along with the machine itself. Operators are strongly required to read the
manual thoroughly and carefully before undertaking any kind of operation on the
machine.
AIM OF THE MACHINE
The R500bio-shredder is a machine designed for professional uses. It is particularly
suitable for the treatment of bulk material. It grinds up all sorts of vegetable waste
(pruning and garden waste, hedges, fruit and vegetable waste, wooden boxes, wooden
packages, pallets and so on). When working, it always considers the size, the quantity
and the quality of the material to be shredded.
WARNINGS AND SAFETY DIRECTIONS
Operator’s safety measures
People under the age of 16 are not allowed to use the shredders.
When attending the machine, the user is responsible for any damages, which might
occur to third parties.
During the shredding sessions it is absolutely necessary to wear protective gloves and
glasses. It has been proved that, following an uninterrupted use, the allowed noise
level is exceeded. It is therefore advisable for the user to wear ear-protection devices,
too.
During the shredding session the user always has to wear robust shoes and long
trousers.
Hair must be gathered up.
Do not use the machine if you are tired, ill or if you have taken medicines, drugs as
well as if you have been drinking alcoholics.
When the machine is working, please do not use ladders or stools to get to the driving
roller located at the bottom of the hopper, unless the machine is off.
Do not approach the working area of the cardan shaft transmission when it is
working.
Please use cardan shaft transmission gears provided with a free wheel device. The
transmission-gears must be in compliance with the regulations envisaged by the
machine guideline.
Safety measures concerning the machine
When starting the machine, please make sure that all its parts are assembled correctly .
Replace the broken or the damaged parts before using the machine.
The machine has to be placed on a flat and steady base.
