Triminator Shredmaster, Owner'S Manual

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UNLOADING/UNPACKING

ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION

Exercise extreme caution at all times when handling equipment. NEVER allow any part of 

a person under the equipment or in any dangerous position.

• Using a lifting device with a minimum capacity of 3,000 pounds, remove the shredder 

from the carrier, and transport it to the installation site.

1.  All internal wiring has been factory installed and tested prior to shipping. Electrical 

installation consists of providing adequate machine power only.

2.  Check building service to ensure the correct voltage is available and that those 

current requirements can be met according to nameplate located on the rear panel of 

the machine. Record the nameplate information in the space below.

3.  Install receptacle to properly protect building’s circuit. Select appropriate wire 

size and current protection to accommodate current requirements as shown on 

nameplate. Plug in power cable.

4.  Clear all personnel from machine area. Ensure machine is clean and no tools, rags, or 

debris have been left on or near cutters or drive mechanism.

5.  Turn building service drop power on. Check voltage at installed receptacle.

6.  Turn on the machine and check for proper motor rotation. If running in reverse, 

unplug power cable. Check that power is OFF with voltage meter at panel. Remove 

any two power wires from the motor starter, reverse them, and reconnect.

7.  Clear area, turn on power and recheck motor rotation. -Electrical installation is 

complete.

8.  Replace all guards.

All electrical installation and service must be accomplished by 

qualified electrician(s). National and local electrical codes and 

ordinances, including safety precautions, must be followed.

ATTENTION

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WARNING

LOCK OUT POWER IN OFF POSITION