3Your new shredder features powerful cutting mechanisms that may cause seriousinjury. Please follow all safety precautions.• Only store, transport, and operate the shredder in an upright position!• All liquids and gases used on the shredder must comply with Dahle guidelines!• The shredder must only be operated in enclosed spaces at temperatures of 15 °C to32 °C(59 °F–90 °F) and non-condensed humidity of 15% to 95%!• Do not place the shredder near a heat source!• Ensure the shredder is firmly on the floor at a distance of 4” from the wall; activatecaster locks!• Avoid any accumulation of heat!• The mains socket must be grounded and easily accessible at all times!• Use only the power cord supplied with the device by Dahle and ensure that it is notdamaged!• Ensure that the building installation has short-circuit protection: max. 16 A (USmax. 20 A)!• Do not use near flammable liquids and gases!• Do not use near caustic substances!• Do not subject to moisture!• Do not open up the machine!• Automatic start-up!• Switch off the shredder at the main switch when not in use!• Only use the shredder provided that it is in perfect working order, while observingthe operating instructions and the usual regulations, guidelines and applicablesafety and accident prevention requirements. Take the shredder out of serviceimmediately if faults occur!• The device is not intended for use by persons (including children) with restrictedphysical, sensory or mental capabilities or a lack of experience and knowledge, un-less they are working under supervision or receive detailed instruction about howto use the device from a person who is responsible for safety.IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS