Plastic Shredder Introduction

This is the content required for an introduction to our Plastic Shredder - reading this does NOT replace the mandatory session with a tutor! It will make it a lot quicker though ;-)

If you need this introduction, please reach out to the following tutors:

Let's begin! First off, make sure you have read the machine's entire wiki page.

Safety

Personal protection:

Dangers	Precautions
rotating blades - will keep spinning for a bit after turning the power off!	The blade motor will automatically stop when the hopper is not closed. Test this feature each time before you start working! You MUST wear eye protection when operating the machine You MUST NOT wear gloves You MUST NOT stick any body parts into the hopper You MUST keep your hands well clear of the blades until they stopped completely
flying bits of plastic	You MUST wear eye protection in case something gets out past the cover.

Demonstration

The tutor will show you these steps in detail:

Preparation

• Check the collection box is clean, otherwise remove any dust and small bits with a damp cloth
• Check the shredder is clean
• Put the box under the shredder

Shredding

• Close the hopper
• Start the shredder motor
• If needed, gently push material down the hopper (with a stick, not your hand!)

Cleanup

• Turn off the motor
• If you shredded more than you need, please share with the others! Make sure to select the right storage box for your material (plastic type and approximate color)
• Clean the hopper
• Clean the shredder blades
• Clean the collection box, making sure to get all the small bits out (a damp cloth should help)