Yard force YF8000 Operating Manual

OPERATING MANUAL

Model YF8000

ELECTRIC LEAF SHREDDER

Version 2

0516

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Important safety instructions 1

Electrical requirements 4

Safety symbols 6

Know your electric leaf shredder 7

Assembly 8

Operation 12

Maintenance 14

Storage 15

Technical data 16

Warranty 17

Please read all of the safety precautions before operating this machine.

Warning

Could cause injury or death if not followed

CaUTiOn

Could damage machine if not followed

CaUTiOn

Before using this electric tool, carefully read and observe the safety
rules and instructions listed below. Before starting work, make sure
that you know how to stop the machine in case of an emergency.
The incorrect use of this machine could cause serious injury. Keep
these instructions in a safe place and on hand so that they can be
consulted when required.

Warning

Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure to follow all
warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire or serious
injury.

Warning

When using electric gardening appliances, basic safety precautions
should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock
and personal injury.

Warning

The leaf shredder is designed to shred leaves, grass clippings, pine
needles etc, it can not be used to shred branches, sticks or brush.
The machine is only for household use, not commercial use.

GENERAL SAFETY RULES

1. Become familiar with all sections of this owners manual before attempting to operate
the shredder. This shredder should be used solely for the purpose it was intended.

2. Use only parts or accessories specically designed for use with this shredder. Using
other parts or accessories could increase risk of injury.

3. Keep children Away – all bystanders should be kept at a distance from the work area.

4. Never allow your hands or any part of your body or clothing inside the upper housing
area.

5. Avoid dangerous environments – do not use shredder in damp or wet locations. Do
not operate or store shredder in wet areas. Do not operate in rain. Store indoors in a
dry, secure location. Keep out of reach of children.

6. This shredder should be operated on a solid, level surface.

7. Dress properly – do not wear loose clothing or jewelry, they can be caught in
moving parts. Use of work gloves and substantial footwear is advised when working
outdoors. Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.

8. Stay alert – Watch what you are doing. Use common sense. Do not operate shredder
when you are tired.

9. Do not abuse power or extension cords – Never carry unit by its power cord or yank
cord to disconnect from receptacle. Keep all cords clean and away from heat, oil and
sharp edges and inspect for damage before each use.

10. Ground unit properly. Follow instructions on page 5 when connecting to electrical
outlet.

11. Warning – To reduce the risk of electrical shock, use only an extension cord intended
for outdoor use. See page 4 for additional information on extension cords.

12. Ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) protection should be provided on the circuit(s)
or outlet(s) to be used for this shredder. Receptacles are available having built-in
GFCI protection and may be used for this measure of safety.

13. If it is necessary for any reason to inspect, clean or repair the shredder, turn the
shredder off and wait until it comes to a complete stop, then disconnect the power
cord before attempting such inspection or repair.

14. Disconnect shredder from the power source when not in use, before servicing, and
when changing cutting lines.

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IMpORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

IMpORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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EXTENSION CORDS

Only use three-wire extension cords that have three-prong grounding plugs and three-hole
receptacles that accept the shredder’s plug. When using an extension cord, make sure
that it is in good condition. Use a 14 ga. or heavier extension cord with a maximum length
of 100 ft. An undersized extension cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of
power and overheating.

Warning – To reduce the risk of electric shock, only use extension cords intended for
outdoor use, such as cord types SW-A, SOW- A, STW-A, STO W-A, SJW-A, SJOW-A,
SJTW- A or SJTOW -A.

To prevent the appliance cord from disconnecting from the extension cord during
operation, follow the method of securing the extension cord as diagrammed below.

i) Make a knot as shown in Figure 1 or
ii) Use one of the plug-receptacle retaining straps or connectors described in this manual.

Minimum Gauge for Extension Cords

Volts Total length of cord in feet
120V 25 26-50 51-100 101-150

Ampere Rating

AWG

(Extension Cord Gauge)

0-6 18 16 16 14

6-10 18 16 14 12
10-12 16 16 14 12
12-16 14 12 Not Recommended

ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS IMpORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

15. When feeding material into the leaf shredder, be extremely careful that pieces of
metal, rocks, bottles, cans or other foreign objects are not included.

16. Do not force material into the leaf shredder. It will do the job better and with less
likelihood of a risk of injury when used at the rate for which it was designed.

17. If the cutting mechanism strikes a foreign object or if your shredder should start
making an unusual noise or vibration, immediately switch it off, wait until the shredder
has come to a complete stop, then disconnect the power cord and take the following
steps:

A. Remove any foreign or clogged material.
B. Check for any loose parts and tighten to assure continued safe operation.
C. Replace or repair any damaged parts.

18. Avoid unintentional starting. Be sure switch is off when plugging in the shredder.

19. Always use safety glasses. Wear face or dust mask if operation is dusty.

20. Check discharge area periodically after stopping shredder to assure the processed
material does not build up and clog motor cooling vents.

21. Do not overreach – keep proper footing and balance at all times.

22. Do not move shredder when motor is running or with nger on the switch.

23. Maintain leaf shredder with care – follow instructions for replacing cutting lines and
for cleaning air lter. Inspect shredder power cord periodically, and if damaged, have
it repaired by an authorized service facility. Keep handles dry, clean, and free from oil
and grease.

24. Check damaged parts – before further use of the shredder, any part that is damaged
should be carefully checked to determine that it will operate properly and perform
its intended function. Check for alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts,
breakage of parts, mounting, and any other condition that may affect its operation.
A guard or other part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by an
authorized service center unless indicated elsewhere in this manual.

Method of securing cord set

Cord set Appliance cord

(A) Tie cord as shown

(B) Connect plug and receptacle

Fig.1