(See Figure F.) 2. Insert the Hopper (1) into the Chute Cover (7), making sure to align the two mounting holes in the Hopper with the two mounting holes in the Chute Cover (7). (See Figure F.) 3. Place a Washer (3) on two Philip’s Head Screws (8). Then secure the Chute Cover (7) and Hopper (1) to the upper portion of the Shredder Housing (11) with the two Philip’s Screws. (See Figure F.) HOPPER (1) PHILIP’S HEAD SCREW (8) WASHER (3) CHUTE COVER (7) SHREDDER HOUSING (11) FIGURE F OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 1. Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection. Always wear ANSI approved safety impact goggles, heavy duty work gloves, and a dust mask or respirator when using this product. ANSI approved hearing protection must also be used. 2. Make sure the Chipper/Shredder is located on a flat, level, sturdy surface capable of supporting the weight of the Chipper/Shredder and any additional tools and equipment. 3. IMPORTANT: The Chipper/Shredder feautures a Safety Switch (48) and can only be started when the Shredder Housing (11) is correctly closed. The Wing Nut (36) is used to fasten the Shredder Housing and Lower Housing (62) together. The Wing Nut MUST be tightened securely prior to and during each use of the Chipper/Shredder. Should the Wing Nut become loose, the Chipper/Shredder will not start and/or will automatically turn itself off. (See Figure G, next page.) SKU 95091 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353 PAGE 11 4. CAUTION! Make sure the Chipper/Shredder is empty of material prior to starting the unit. 5. Check to make sure the Wing Nut (36) is securely tightened. (See Figure G.) 6. Check to make sure the Power Switch (42) is in its “OFF” position. Then plug the Power Cord of the unit into the nearest 120 volt, grounded, electrical outlet. (See Figure G.) 7. NOTE: The Power Switch (42) features a Safety Key to prohibit unauthorized people from turning on the Chipper/Shredder. To use this feature, turn the Power Switch to its “OFF” position. Then, remove the Safety Key from the Power Switch and store the Safety Key in a safe location. The Safety Key must be reinserted in the Power Switch to turn on the Chipper/Shredder. (See Figure G.) 8. Insert the Safety Key into the Power Switch (42). Then turn the Power Switch to its “ON” position to start the Chipper/Shredder. (See Figure G.) 9. Allow sufficient time for the Chipper/Shredder to run at full speed before feeding material into the Hopper (1) of the unit. 10. IMPORTANT: Do not force the Chipper/Shredder. Branches cannot be more than 1-1/4” in diameter for the Chipper/Shredder. Do not attempt to force larger branches into the Hopper (1). Let the natural suction process take in the material to be cut. (See Figure G.) HOPPER (1) WING NUT (36) POWER SWITCH WITH SAFETY KEY (42) POWER CORD FIGURE G DISCHARGE CHUTE OVERLOAD PROTECTOR (45) SKU 95091 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353 PAGE 12 11. Without putting your hands into the Hopper (1), slowly drop the material into the Hopper (one branch at a time). The machine will pull the material in automatically. (See Figure G.) 12. WARNING! Never use your hands to feed material into the Hopper (1). If needed, use a stick to push the branches, leaves, etc. into the Hopper. (See Figure G.) 13. Always stand clear and to the side of the Discharge Chute located at the bottom of the Chipper/Shredder. (See Figure G.) 14. Do not allow processed material to build-up in the Discharge Chute. This may prevent proper discharge and can result in kickback of material through the Hopper (1). (See Figure G.) 15. Should the Chipper/Shredder jam during use, immediately turn the unit’s Power Switch (42) to its “OFF” position and remove the Safety Key. Unplug the unit from its electrical outlet. Wait until the machine completely stops. Clear the jam in the Blade (56) of the machine. Then, resume operation. (See Figure G.) 16. NOTE: The Chipper/Shredder features an Overload Protector (45). If the Motor shuts off or fails to start due to overloading (cutting material too fast, using a dull Blade, low voltage, using the machine beyond its capacity, etc.), turn the Power Switch (42) to its “OFF” position. Let the Motor cool three to five minutes, and push the Overload Protector button which will reset the overload device. The Motor can then be turned on again in the usual manner. (See Figure G.) 17. When finished, turn the machine’s Power Switch (42) to its “OFF” position. Unplug the unit from its electrical outlet and wait until the machine completely stops. Then, open the upper cover of the Shredder Housing (11) and clean out the interior of the machine and its Discharge Chute. (See Figure G.) 18. Make sure to store the Chipper/Shredder in a clean, dry, safe location out of reach of children and other unauthorized people. INSPECTION, MAINTENANCE, AND CLEANING 1. WARNING! Always make sure the machine’s Power Switch (42) is in its “OFF” position and the unit is unplugged from its electrical outlet prior to perfo...