Feider Machines FBT70 Instruction Manual

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ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
PLANT SHREDDER
FBT70
READ THIS INSTRUCTIONS MANUAL BEFORE USE THE TOOL
FEIDER 32, rue Aristide Bergès - ZI 31270 Cugnaux – France

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  • Page 1 ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS INSTRUCTION MANUAL PLANT SHREDDER FBT70 READ THIS INSTRUCTIONS MANUAL BEFORE USE THE TOOL FEIDER 32, rue Aristide Bergès - ZI 31270 Cugnaux – France...
  • Page 2: General Safety Rules

    GENERAL SAFETY RULES Warning symbol Caution: Read carefully the manual before use. Danger - Rotating blades. Keep hands and feet out of openings while machine is running Keep bystanders away Wear eye and ear protection Do not use as a step 2 / 16...
  • Page 3 Wear protective gloves Wear safety footwear Danger – risk of fire Caution – hot surface Warning – exhaust gas. Do not inhale them Guarantee sound power level 3 / 16...
  • Page 4: Read Carefully Before Use

    IMPORTANT READ CAREFULLY BEFORE USE KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE Training Become familiar with the owner's manual before attempting to operate this equipment. Preparation 1) Do not allow children to operate this equipment; 2) Do not operate this equipment in the vicinity of bystanders; 3) Do not run engine powered machines in an enclosed area since the exhaust from an engine contains carbon monoxide, which is colourless, odourless, and tasteless;...
  • Page 5 4) Keep proper balance and footing at all times. Do not overreach. Never stand at a higher level than the base of the machine when feeding material into it; 5) Always stand clear of the discharge zone when operating this machine; 6) When feeding material into the machine be extremely careful that pieces of metal, rocks, bottles, cans or other foreign objects are not included;...
  • Page 6: Intended Use

    INTENDED USE This shredder is intended for mulching garden and pruning waste such as green branches, twigs, brush, vines, and long grasses. DO NOT use this shredder for chipping construction debris, plastic, paper products, rope or twine, or any material that may contain metal. GENERAL IDENTIFICATION 6 / 16...
  • Page 7 1. Hopper 2. Discharge chute 3. Hopper knob 4. Safe key 5. Dustbin 6. Wheel 7. Leg 8. Engine 9. Material push stick ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS Hopper installation 1. Carefully insert the hopper into the hopper holder (Fig. A) 2. Locate the screws (total 4 screws) to correct position. 3.
  • Page 8: Starting The Engine

    STARTING THE ENGINE WARNING! Engine delivered without oil and fuel: Fill up with unleaded gasoline and oil before staring the engine. Turn engine switch to ON position.(Fig F) Press the primer button 3 times. (Fig G) Pull the recoil starter handle gently until it engages the give it a good strong pull to start the engine.
  • Page 9: Maintenance

    Fig I 2. TOP HOPPER-BACK CHUTE The smaller back chute of the top Hopper accepts medium to larger size garden clippings. Shredding and mulching is achieved through the same action as the front chute. If finer type mulch is required, re-feed the mulch through again until the desired result is obtained.
  • Page 10 WARNING! Unintentional sparking can result in fire. WARNING! Unintentional start-up can result in entanglement, traumatic amputation, or laceration. CAUTION: Use only genuine replacement engine parts. None compliant parts may damage the engine, and may result in injury. In addition, use of other parts may void your warranty rights.
  • Page 11: Blade Maintenance

    BLADE MAINTENANCE WARNING! Before removing Top Hopper screw, ensure the machine is switched off, and the machine is completely stopped. WARNING! Take extreme care not to come in contact with cutting blades. Danger! WARNING! If ejection chute becomes clogged or cutting blades become jammed, under no circumstances should you place your hands in ejection chute to try to clear obstruction, as this will lead to serious injury.
  • Page 12: Air Cleaner Maintenance

    on dipstick, don’t overfill. 6. Replace dipstick. WARNING! Prevent skin contact with used engine oil. Wash your skin with soap and water after oil change. CAUTION: Used oil is a hazardous waste product. It is suggested to bring used oil to your local recycling center with properly sealed container a sealed container to your local recycling center.
  • Page 13 the spark plug in good condition-clean and properly adjusted. WARNING! To keep engine at top performance spark plug gap should be within specified and carbon built up free. 13 / 16...
  • Page 14: Transporting And Storage

    1. Removing spark plug with a spark plug wrench. 2. Inspect the spark plug visually. If spark plug is worn, dirty or has cracks, replace with the recommended type and heat range. 3. The correct air gap is 0.70 to 0.80mm (Fig Q) 4.
  • Page 15 slowly several times to distribute the oil in the engine. 6. Slowly pull start handle (A) until the resistance is reached, then stop pulling. At that point, valves are closed, that will prevent dust and rust from entering cylinder. (Fig R) 7.
  • Page 16 FEIDER 32, rue Aristide Bergès - ZI 31270 Cugnaux - France Declare that the following tool: Plant Shredder FBT70 Serial number: Is in conformity with the requirements of the Directive Machine 2006/42/EC and to the followings Europeans Directives: EMC Directive 2014/30/EU...

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