ECH 1700-F - Mechanical chipper EINHELL - Free user manual and instructions

Product type	Mechanical garden shredder
Brand	Einhell
Model	ECH 1700-F
Supply voltage	230 V ~ 50 Hz
Power	1700 W
Cutting system	Rotating disc with 2 reversible blades
Motor brake	Yes, blade stop within 12 seconds
Overload protection	Protective circuit breaker with manual reset
Safety switch	Yes, between the hopper and the lower tray
Max. grinding diameter	Approximately 40 mm (estimate)
Filling hopper	Removable with hand crank
Shredded material outlet	For collection container
Noise level	Wearing ear protection recommended
Weight	Approximately 35 kg (estimate)
Dimensions (L x W x H)	Approximately 600 x 500 x 800 mm (estimate)
Chassis material	Steel
Use	Shredding organic waste (leaves, branches, weeds)
Maintenance	Regular cleaning, sharpening and replacement of blades
Spare parts	Use only original Einhell blades
Warranty	12 months from date of purchase
After-sales service	Einhell Assistance

Frequently Asked Questions - ECH 1700-F EINHELL

How to assemble the filling hopper?

Place the hopper on the lower tray and tighten the hand crank until the hopper is securely fixed. Make sure the safety switch is aligned so that the device can start.

What to do if the motor does not start?

First check that the switch is in position I (ON) and that the plug is connected. If the protective circuit breaker has tripped, set the switch to 0 (OFF), wait at least 1 hour, then reset it. If the problem persists, clean the contact surfaces of the hopper.

How to clean the shredder?

Before any cleaning, set the switch to OFF, unplug the power cord and wait for the blades to stop completely. Wear work gloves. Remove the hopper and clean the cutting surfaces and the shredded material outlet.

How to replace or sharpen the blades?

Unplug the device and wear gloves. Follow the illustrations D1 and D2 in the manual. The reversible blades (B6) can be turned over. For replacement, use only original Einhell blades. Tighten the screws well.

What are the essential safety precautions?

Always wear work gloves, safety glasses and ear protection. Never use the device in the rain. Before any intervention, set the switch to OFF and unplug the power cord. Keep children and pets away.

How does the motor brake work?

The motor brake stops the motor and blades within 12 seconds after setting the switch to OFF. It also works in case of power failure.

What is the maximum shredding capacity?

The device can shred branches with a diameter of approximately 40 mm. For larger branches, reduce them beforehand. Only shred organic materials.

How to reset the protective circuit breaker?

Set the switch to 0 (OFF) and wait at least 1 hour for the motor to cool down. Then you can set it to I (ON) to restart.

Where can I find spare parts?

Spare parts, especially blades, are available from Einhell after-sales service or authorized dealers. Use only original parts to ensure safety and quality.

How to store the device?

Store the shredder in a dry and safe place, out of reach of children. Protect it from moisture and frost. Before storing, clean it and unplug the power cord.

USER MANUAL ECH 1700-F EINHELL

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Please read the following operating and safety instructions carefully before putting your garden refuse shredder into operation. Make sure that each person who uses your garden refuse shredder is informed exactly about the following instructions.

Caution! There are rotating cutters at work inside your garden refuse shredder.

Before adjusting, cleaning or carrying out any other work on the shredder, turn the switch to „OFF“ and pull the power plug out of the socket-outlet.

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Caution! The rotating cutters do not stop immediately when you turn the switch to „OFF“.

The loading funnel must be fitted before you put the shredder into operation.

Whenever you work with the shredder, wear work gloves and goggles. We recommend ear-muffs to absorb the noise.

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

CAUTION:

THE SWITCH MUST BE TURNED TO „OFF“ AND THE POWER PLUG REMOVED FROM THE SOCKET-OUTLET BEFORE CLEANING OR DOING ANY OTHER WORK ON THE SHREDDER AND WHENEVER THE CABLE BECOMES TANGLED.

PLEASE NOTE: THE SHREDDER WILL CONTINUE TO RUN BRIEFLY AFTER IT IS SWITCHED OFF!!

●The shredder must be assembled correctly before it is put into operation.
● CAUTION! This machine must be earthed.
- CAUTION! Use only a three-core power cable and make sure that the protective earth conductor is connected.
- Use only extension cables tested and approved for outdoor duty and make sure that they are in proper working order.
- Keep electric cables safe from pressure, impact, abrasion against edges and sharp objects, moving parts and aggressive liquids.
●CAUTION! It is imperative to examine the power cable regularly for signs of damage. Use only if it is perfect condition. Never repair damaged power cables but replace with new ones.
●Make no additional connections to the electric switch, cables or extension lead.
- Before you insert the power plug, check that the specifications of your electric supply network comply with those printed on the machine's rating plate.
●Never pull the machine by its cable.
- Before you connect the extension cable, always make sure first that the switch on your garden refuse shredder is turned to „OFF“.
●Never leave the machine unattended when it is running.
●Before you leave the machine (even for just a short time), switch it off and remove the power plug from the socket-outlet. Follow the same procedure if ever there is a power failure.
- Keep children and pets away from the machine and work area. Other persons should also keep a good safe distance between themselves and the shredder when it is working.
- Persons who have not read the operating instructions or who are not conversant with the machine's mode of operation are not to be allowed to use the shredder.
●The operator shall be liable to third parties when he is working with the shredder.

• Use the garden refuse shredder for its intended purpose only.
  ●CAUTION: Rotating cutters are at work inside your garden refuse shredder!
  ●CAUTION: The rotating cutters will not stop immediately when you turn the switch to „OFF“.
• Before adjusting, cleaning or carrying out any other work on the shredder, turn the switch to „OFF“, pull the power plug out of the socket-outlet and wait until the cutter disk has stopped moving.
  ●Proceed with the utmost care when cleaning, servicing or carrying out any other work on the machine, and wear strong work gloves to protect your hands.
  ●Never alter or replace any of the guards, safety devices or electric cables that are installed on the shredder.
  ●Only ever operate the garden refuse on a surface that is firm and on the same level as the user.
  ●Work only in daylight or with good lighting.
  ●Wear gloves and goggles whenever you work on the machine.
  ●We recommend ear-muffs to absorb the noise.
  ●The loading funnel must be fitted before you put the machine into operation.
  ●Never reach into the outlet for the shredded material.
  ●Make sure that no foreign bodies (e.g. stones, glass, metal, earth, plastic, etc.) can enter the machine while it is being used. They could cause serious damage to the motor as well as to the cutters. Never use the garden refuse shredder to shred anything other than organic materials.
• If the garden refuse shredder vibrates excessively, turn off the motor and find out immediately what is causing the vibrations. Intensive vibration is usually a sign that something is wrong.
  ●Before you use the machine, make sure that the cutters are secure. Never switch on the shredder if the cutters are not fitted firmly.
  ●It is imperative to check the garden refuse shredder with the utmost care every time before it is used. Use the machine only if it is in perfect condition. If you discover something that could place the user in any danger, do not switch on the machine until it has been repaired.
  ●Worn or damaged parts are to be replaced immediately for safety reasons. Use only original replacement parts. Other makes of replacement parts may be accompanied by fitting problems and could lead to hazards.
• Only ever work with the shredder in dry and weather-protected areas. Never work with the shredder in the rain.
• Store the shredder in a dry and safe place away from children.

Portable socket-outlets on power cables must be made of rubber, soft PVC or some other thermoplastic material of equivalent mechanical strength, or they must be coated with such materials. The power cables used must be from a duty class at least equivalent to H05RN-F light-duty rubber-insulated flexible cable in accordance with DIN 57 282 Part 1/VDE 0282 Part 1 (lighter duty types are not to be used), or they must have approval verification for lawnmowers (e.g. flexible cable with a polyurethane sheath in accordance with DIN 57 250 Part 818/VDE 0250 Part 818) and have a cross section of at least 1 mm².

GARDEN REFUSE SHREDDER

Your garden refuse shredder is a strong and safe machine. Before you put the shredder into use, please read the following operating and safety instructions carefully. Make sure that each person who uses your garden refuse shredder is informed exactly about the following instructions. Keep these instructions in a safe place for future reference.

USE

Shredded organic garden refuse is an excellent organic fertilizer for vegetable and flower beds. Load the biologically degradable material (e.g. leaves, branches, weeds etc.) into the funnel-shaped opening, taking care to avoid clogging.

Collecting the shredded material

You can place a container underneath the outlet.

Assembling the shredder

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MOTOR BRAKE

The electric motor is equipped with a brake that stops the motor - and hence the cutters - 12 seconds after the safety switch is pressed. (Figure C1)

OVERLOAD PROTECTION (MOTOR CIRCUIT-BREAKER)

(Figures 8-9) Integrated the switch (at position 0 = OFF, at position I = ON). A miniature circuit-breaker is also installed to protect the motor from overloading (motor protecting switch).

If the motor circuit-breaker responds, it has to be reset to position 0 = OFF (Figure 8). You must then wait 1 hour before actuating it again.

The safety brake also functions if the power supply is interrupted accidentally.

If the motor fails to start, proceed as follows:

Dismantle the funnel (Figure B)

●Always wear strong work gloves.
●Make sure that the switch is turned to 0/OFF (Figure B).
- Remove the plug from the socket-outlet.
●Undo the hand screw (Figure B4) in order to be able to remove the funnel.
●Clean the cutter faces and the ejector. Remove any pieces of wood or other objects that can block the cutters. Refit the funnel and tighten the hand screw securely (B4) before pressing the switch.

SAFE ASSEMBLY

The machine has a safety switch fitted between the funnel base and the bottom plate. If the funnel plate is not exactly aligned and latched with the plate underneath, the safety switch will respond and stop the motor. If this happens, remove the funnel as described above, clean the surface of both plates thoroughly, re-assemble everything and re-tighten the hand screw securely.

CAUTION! Never undo the hand screw unless you have already turned the switch to „OFF“ and removed the power plug from the socket-outlet!

CUTTERS

The cutters (B6) of the rotating disk (B7) can be reversed and sharpened. If you need to replace any cutters, you are advised for quality and safety reasons to use only original cutters. REPLACEMENT, SHARPENING, CUTTER CHANGE B6, B7 are described in Figures D1 + D2.

We recommend having this work done in specialist workshops. The reversible cutters (B6) have to be bolted to the rotating disk.

Before any work is carried out on the cutters, you must always make sure that the machine switch is turned to „OFF“ and that the power plug has been removed from the socket-outlet.

Always wear strong work gloves.

Technical data

ECH 1500 F ECH 1700 F

Voltage 230 V ~ 50 Hz
Power 1500 W 1700 W
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The guarantee period begins on the sales date and is valid for 1 year.

Responsibility is assumed for faulty construction or material or functional defects.

Any necessary replacement parts an necessary repair work are free of charge.

We do not assume responsibility for consequential damage.

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