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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.
Have any damaged or defective parts repaired or replaced
by an authorised repair agent. Never attempt any repairs
yourself.
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the
manufacturer or its service agent or a similarly qualified
person in order to avoid a hazard. Replace damaged or
unreadable labels.
Guard against electric shock
The appliance must be connected to a socket or extension
cable containing an earth connection.
Electric safety can be further improved by using a high-
sensitivity (30 mA / 30 mS) residual current device (RCD).
Your appliance is designed for use on AC (mains)
electrical supplies only. Do not attempt to use it on any
other supply.
Extension cables
When using the appliance outdoors, only use extension
cables intended for outdoor use.
Up to 25 m 1.5 mm 3-core extension cable can be used
without loss of power.
Mains supply
The product meets the technical requirements of
EN 61000-3-11. This equipment is subject to conditional
connection and the user, in consultation with the supply
authority if necessary, shall be instructed to connect it only to
a supply of impedance 0.087 + j0.087 Ohm or less.
Operation
Before starting the appliance, look into the feeding
chamber to make certain that it is empty.
Keep your face and body away from the feed intake
opening, long branches may lash out when being pulled in
by the cutting gear. Do not allow hands or any other part
of the body or clothing inside the feeding chamber,
discharge chute, or near any moving part.
Keep proper balance and footing at all times. Do not
overreach. Never stand at a higher level than the base of
the appliance when feeding material into it.
Always stand clear of the discharge zone when operating
this appliance.
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 sufficient idle
time.
Safety instructions
Warning! When using mains-powered appliances, basic
safety precautions, including the following, should always
be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock,
personal injury and material damage.
Read all of this manual carefully before operating the
appliance.
Retain this manual for future reference.
Remove the plug from the socket before carrying out any
adjustment, servicing or maintenance.
Training
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.
Remember that the operator is responsible for accidents
or hazards occurring to other people or their property.
Preparation
Do not operate this equipment in the vicinity of bystanders.
Only operate the appliance in open space (e.g. not close
to a wall or other fixed objects) and on a firm, level surface.
Wear safety glasses at all times while operating the
appliance.
Hearing protection should be worn whenever the sound
level seems uncomfortable.
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.
Do not expose the appliance to rain. Do not use the
appliance where there is a risk of causing fire or explosion,
e.g. in the presence of flammable liquids and gases.
Do not operate the appliance on a paved or gravel surface
where ejected material could cause injury.
To prevent damage to the cutting gear, remove earth from
roots. Do not attempt to shred bones, stone, glass, metal,
plastics or rags.
