Formax FD 8904B - Manual (Page 5)

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The FD 8904B shredder / Baler is intended for shredding paper, cardboard, archive files, tapes, ribbons, CDs
and magnetic disks. The hardened, solid-steel cutting rollers are unaffected by loose-leaf binders, paper clips
and staples contained in these materials.
Any other use beyond the scope described here is regarded as not being in accordance with the
instructions. The manufacturer will not be held liable for damage resulting from incorrect use; the user alone
is responsible.
Users must also follow the assembly, dismantling, re-assembly, operation and maintenance procedures
specified by the manufacturer. The operation, maintenance and repair of the machine must be performed only
by trained personnel who are aware of the potential dangers.
The relevant accident prevention regulations as well as other generally recognized rules concerning safety
engineering and occupational safety must be observed.
• Each person responsible for assembling, dismantling and reassembling and maintenance (inspection,
servicing, repair) of the shredder must have read and fully understood the entire operating manual, in
particular the "Safety" section.
• The shredder may only be operated, serviced and repaired by authorized, trained personnel.
• The shut-down procedures specified in this manual must be followed during all assembly, dismantling
and re-assembling, cleaning, and maintenance work. This type of work must be performed only when
the machine is idle.
• The drive of the FD 8904B must be secured against unintentional switching-on before performing
work on the machine. Set the main switch to "Off" and unplug machine from wall outlet.
• After repair, check all protective devices to be sure they have been re-installed before operation.
• Do not perform any work which may impair your safety while operating the machine.
• Immediately report any changes which impair your safety to the person responsible. Shut the machine
down until such damage has been resolved.
• Before operating the shredder, ensure that it is in perfect working condition.
• Ensure that the workplace around the FD 8904B is always clean and safe.
• The user must not make any conversions or changes on his own initiative which impair the safety of
the FD 8904B. Protective devices must not be removed or rendered inoperative.
• All work which is not directly connected to the normal operation of the machine must always be
performed when the machine is idle.
• Doors and flaps must not be opened until the machine is motionless. Observe safety labels!
• Test the safety features after installing or repairing electrical components.