Black & Decker BEGAS5800 Original Instructions Manual page 5

Do not operate the machine when
barefoot or wearing open sandals.
Avoid wearing clothing that is loose
fitting or that has hanging cords or ties.
Operate the machine in a
u
recommended position and only on a
firm, level surface.
Do not operate the machine on a
u
paved or gravel surface where ejected
material could cause injury.
Before using, always visually inspect
u
to see, that the shredding means,
shredding means bolts and other
fasteners are secure, the housing
is undamaged and that guards and
screens are in place. Replace worn
or damaged components in sets to
preserve balance. Replace damaged
or unreadable labels.
Before use check the supply and
u
extension cord for signs of damage or
aging.
If the cord becomes damaged
during use. disconnect the cord
from the supply immediately. DO
NOT TOUCH THE CORD BEFORE
DISCONNECTING THE SUPPLY.
Do not use the machine if the cord is
damaged or worn.
Never operate the machine while
u
people, especially children, or pets are
nearby.
Operation
Before starting the machine, make
u
certain that the feeding chamber is
empty.
(Original instructions)
Keep your face and body away from
u
the feed intake opening.
Do not allow hands or any other part of
u
the body or clothing inside the feeding
chamber, discharge chute, or near any
moving part.
Keep proper balance and footing at all
u
times. Do not overreach. Never stand
at a higher level than the base of the
machine when feeding material into it.
Always stand clear of the discharge
u
zone when operating this machine.
When feeding material into the
u
machine be extremely careful that
pieces of metal, rocks, bottles, cans or
other foreign objects are not included.
If the cutting mechanism strikes any
u
foreign objects or if the machine
should start making any unusual noise
or vibration, immediately shut off the
power source and allow the machine
to stop.
Disconnect the machine from the
supply and take the following steps
before restarting and operating the
machine:
inspect for damage;
u
replace or repair any damaged
u
parts;
check for and tighten any loose
u
parts.
Do not allow processed material to
u
build up in the discharge zone; this
may prevent proper discharge and can
result in kickback of material through
the feed intake opening.
ENGLISH
5