Overload Switch; Care & Maintenance - for_q FQ-EMH 2500 Mode D'emploi

Overload switch

The machine features a overload
switch that is activated under the fol-
lowing circumstances:
- Too much
around the blades
- Too much shredding material for
the motor capacity
- Too much resistance against the
blades
Care & Maintenance
Warning! Make sure the ma-
chine is switched off and un-
plugged. Risk of injury due to rotat-
ing blades.
- Always keep the machine clean, dry
and free of oil or grease.
- Wear safety glasses and gloves to
protect your eyes and hands whilst
cleaning.
- For safe and proper working, always
keep the machine and ventilation
slots clean.
- Regularly check for obvious defects
and/or damaged components.
- Periodically check all fixings. These
could become loose with time due
to vibration.
- The most used part is the blade.
Inspect the blades regularly: If the
blade is worn or blunt, it must be
replaced immediately (see previous
page).
- If the machine starts to vibrate ex-
cessively, the blades seem to be un-
balanced and must be replaced.
- Replace any worn or damaged parts.
- If the body of the machine needs
cleaning, wipe it with a brush or a
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shredding material
If the overload switch has activated,
take the following steps:
1. Press the OFF button 15 and pull
the plug.
2. Let the motor cool down for a few
minutes.
3. Carefully remove the blockage
from the intake opening 7.
4. Reconnect the machine to the
power supply.
5. Press the overload button 13.
6. To continue shredding, press the
ON switch 14.
soft damp cloth. A mild detergent
can be used but nothing like alcohol,
petrol or other cleaning agent.
- Never use caustic agents to clean
plastic parts.
- Lubricate all moving parts at regular
intervals by use of the grease.
- Store the machine in a dry place and
out of the reach of children.