Adjusting The Fixed Counter Blade; Maintenance / Cleaning / Storage - ATIKA ALF 2300 Originalbetriebsanleitung

Adjusting the fixed counter blade

It is possible to adjust the counter blade (B) at the cutting roller
(A) free of clearance. For an effective operation, an as small as
possible clearance should be maintained.
Soft material or wet branches may tear instead of being cut. A
counter blade that is worn after repeated use may also lead to
this problem.
Setting the clearance.
Switch on the device.
There is an adjustment device on the right hand side of the
plastic housing. To adjust the distance turn the adjusting knob
(D) clockwisely so that the screw (C) moves toward the cutting
roller. Turn until fine aluminium chips are falling from the ejection
slot.

Maintenance / Cleaning / Storage

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Each time before starting maintenance work:
 Switch off the motor and pull out the mains plug.
 Allow the machine to cool down.
 Wear protective gloves to prevent injury.
When the machine is stopped for purpose of maintenance,
storage or accessory replacement make sure that the
energy source is isolated and the mains plug is
disconnected. Make sure that all movable parts are
stationary and the key (if applicable) is removed. Allow the
machine to cool down before maintenance, adjustment etc.
The cutters will not come to a standstill immediately after
cut-off. Before starting any service work wait until all parts
are stationary.
When performing maintenance operations on the cutting
tool be aware that it can still move due to the start
mechanism even if the motor does not run by the cover
interlocking.
Be sure to have removed any tools from the machine after
completion of service work.
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Generally garden shredders require little maintenance.
To maintain their efficiency and a long life, observe the
following:
 Keep vent slits clean and free from obstructions.
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 Check the locking screws (tighten where necessary).
 Clean the device after shredding.
To clean your product only use a warm moist cloth and a
soft brush.
Never use cleaning agents or solvents. Otherwise the
device may be damaged irreversibly. Plastic parts may
be corroded by chemicals.
 Do not clean the machine with running water or high-
pressure cleaners.
 After each operation treat bare metal parts with an
environment-compatible biodegradable spray oil to
protect them against corrosion.
 the cutting roller and shaving plate are expendable parts,
though with normal use and correct adjustment they have
a service life of many years.
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 Replace worn and damaged single parts as a whole
set to prevent any unbalance.