SHREDS LEAVES, GRASS CLIPPINGS, PINE NEEDLES . . .
OWNER’S
MANUAL
Model
LE-800B
• Assembly
• Operation
• Maintenance
• Repair Parts
Always Wear Eye Protection During Operation
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KNOW YOUR FLOWTRON LEAF-EATER
A. Introduction
REAR
Your Flowtron Leaf-Eater is a quality built prod-
uct that is designed to provide you with a unit
that is not only affordable, but will perform with a
minimum of care and maintenance.
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Special Features Include:
• Powerful universal electric motor
• Runs on normal household current
• Easily moved from place to place
LEFT SIDE
RIGHT SIDE
• Can be used on a container or free stand-
ing on its own legs (included with unit)
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• Easily replaceable cutting cords with
extras supplied with each unit.
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B. Unpacking Instructions
Your unit has been carefully packed at the fac-
tory to prevent damage during shipment and
storage.
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Carefully unpack the carton as follows:
1. Remove contents from carton
2. Check parts against list shown.
3. Examine for damage
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FRONT
FIGURE 2
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ASSEMBLY
1. Assembling Legs or Mounting Brackets
A. Preparation
To install the three legs or the three mounting
brackets, align the three stud plates with the six
mating holes in the lower housing. Fasten the
legs or brackets with the six #10 - 32 self-locking
hex nuts as shown in Figures #3 or #4. When
using the legs, slip the three leg caps onto the
end of each leg.
Your owner’s manual has been developed to
help you assemble the unit and to understand
its safe operation. It is important that you read
your manual completely to become familiar with
the unit before you begin assembly.
1. Read your owner’s manual
2. Tools you will need
a. #2 Phillips Head Screwdriver
b. 3/8” Nut Driver
FIGURE 3
FIGURE 4
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ASSEMBLY CONTINUED
1. Assemble Upper and Lower Housing
4. Attach Funnel to Upper Housing
Install the three Tinnerman Clips onto the edge
of the Lower Housing in areas provided. Place
both Upper Housing and Lower Housing upside
down and align the slot in the edge of the Upper
Housing with the tab on the Lower Housing.
Push the Lower Housing down until it is seated
firmly in the Upper Housing. Position the
Align four (4) holes in Funnel with four holes in
Housing and fasten securely using four #10 x
1/2” screws and #10 flat washer as shown in
cutaway view in figure 7.
assembly in the upright position and fasten both
housings together using the three #10 x 5/8”
sheet metal screws as shown in Figure #5.
#10 x 1/2" Screw and
#10 Flat Washer
FIGURE 7
Tinnerman Clip
(three places)
FIGURE 5
3. Assemble Funnel
Assemble funnel with tabs on outside and screw
together in two places using 10-32 x 3/8” screws
and 10-32 hex nuts. Place screw heads on
inside with nuts on outside.
FIGURE 6
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SAFETY RULES AND PRECAUTIONS
Warning: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and personal injury, the following
basic safety precautions should always be followed.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
1. Become familiar with all sections of this owner’s manu-
al before attempting to operate the shredder. This
shredder should be used solely for the purpose it was
intended.
14. Disconnect shredder from the power source when not
in use, before servicing, and when changing cutting
lines.
15. When feeding material into the shredder be extremely
careful that pieces of metal, rocks, bottles, cans or
other foreign objects are not included.
2. Use only parts or accessories specifically designed for
use with this shredder. Using other parts or acces-
sories could increase risk of injury.
16. Do not force the shredder. It will do the job better and
with less likelihood of a risk of injury when used at the
rate for which it was designed.
3. Keep Children Away – all visitors should be kept at a
distance from the work area.
4. Never allow your hands or any part of your body or
clothing inside the upper housing area.
17. If the cutting mechanism strikes a foreign object or if
your shredder should start making an unusual noise or
vibration, immediately switch it off, wait until the shred-
der has come to a complete stop, then disconnect the
power cord and take the following steps:
5. Avoid Dangerous Environments – do not use shredder
in damp or wet locations. Do not operate or store
shredder in wet areas. Do not operate in rain. Store
indoors when not in use, in a dry, and high or locked-
up place — out of reach of children.
A. Remove any foreign or clogged material.
B. Check for any loose parts and tighten to
assure continued safe operation.
6. This shredder should be operated on a solid, level sur-
face.
C. Replace or repair any damaged parts.
18. Avoid unintentional starting. Be sure switch is off when
plugging in the shredder.
7. Dress Properly – do not wear loose clothing or jewelry.
They can be caught in moving parts. Use of work
gloves and substantial footwear is advised when work-
ing outdoors. Wear protective hair covering to contain
long hair.
19. Always use safety glasses and face or dust mask if
operation is dusty.
20. Check discharge area periodically after stopping
shredder to assure the processed material does not
build up and clog motor cooling vents.
8. Stay Alert – Watch what you are doing. Use common
sense. Do not operate shredder when you are tired.
21. Do Not Overreach – keep proper footing and balance
at all times.
9. Do not Abuse Power or Extension Cords – Never carry
unit by its power cord or yank cord to disconnect from
receptacle. Keep all cords clean and away from heat,
oil and sharp edges and inspect for damage before
each use.
22. Do not move shredder when motor is running or with
finger on the switch.
23. Maintain Shredder With Care – Follow instructions for
replacing cutting lines and for cleaning air filter. Inspect
shredder power cord periodically, and if damaged,
have it repaired by an authorized service facility. Keep
handles dry, clean, and free from oil and grease.
10. Ground unit properly. Follow instructions on page 7
when connecting to electrical outlet.
11. Warning – To reduce the risk of electrical shock, use
only an extension cord intended for outdoor use. See
page 7 for additional information on extension cords.
24. Check Damaged Parts – Before further use of the
shredder, any part that is damaged should be carefully
checked to determine that it will operate properly and
perform its intended function. Check for alignment of
moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of
parts, mounting, and any other condition that may
affect its operation. A guard or other part that is dam-
aged should be properly repaired or replaced by an
authorized service center unless indicated elsewhere
in this manual.
12. Ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) protection
should be provided on the circuit(s) or outlet(s) to be
used for this shredder. Receptacles are available hav-
ing built-in GFCI protection and may be used for this
measure of safety.
13. If it is necessary for any reason to inspect, clean or
repair the shredder, turn the shredder off and wait
until it comes to a complete stop, then disconnect
the power cord before attempting such inspection
or repair.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
Important: Use a 14 ga. or heavier extension cord with a maximum length of 100 ft.
Grounding Instructions
Extensions Cords
This shredder should be grounded while in use to
reduce the risk of electric shock to the operator.
Only use three-wire extension cords that have
three-prong grounding plugs and three-hole
receptacles that accept the shredder’s plug.
When using an extension cord, make sure that it
is in good condition.
The shredder is equipped with a three-conductor
cord and three-prong grounding plug. The green
or green and yellow conductor in the cord is the
grounding wire. Never connect the green or
green and yellow wire to a live terminal.
Use a 14 ga. or heavier extension cord with a
maximum length of 100 ft. An undersized exten-
sion cord will cause a drop in line voltage result-
ing in loss of power and overheating.
The shredder is intended for use on a circuit that
has a grounded outlet box that looks like the
one illustrated in figure 8, sketch A.
Warning –To reduce the risk of electric shock,
only use extension cords intended for outdoor
use, such as cord types SW-A, SOW-A,
STW-A, STOW-A, SJW-A, SJOW-A, SJTW-A or
SJTOW -A.
An adapter which looks like the adapter illustrat-
ed in figure 8, sketch B is available for connect-
ing three-prong plugs to two-prong receptacles.
The green colored rigid ear, lug, or the like on
the adapter, must be connected to a permanent
ground, such as a properly grounded outlet box,
using a metal screw.
To prevent disconnection of the shredder cord
from the extension cord during operation, make
a knot as shown in figure 9. Devices for retain-
ing extension cords are also available at your
local hardware retailer.
Check with a qualified electrician or serviceman
if the grounding instructions are not completely
understood, or if in doubt as to whether the
shredder is properly grounded.
FIGURE 8
ADAPTER
FIGURE 9
GROUNDING METHOD
METHOD OF SECURING
(A)
(B)
EXTENSION CORD
PLUG
EXTENSION
CORD
SHREDDER
CORD
(A)
(B)
LUG
METAL
SCREW
GROUNDING PIN
COVER OF
GROUNDED OUTLET BOX
TIE CORD AS SHOWN
CONNECT PLUG & RECEPTACLE
MOTOR INFORMATION
1. On/Off Switch
The On/Off switch is located on the left side of the
Lower Housing. To turn unit on lift switch to “On”
position, see figure 10. To turn unit “Off” push
switch down to “Off” position, see figure 10.
2. Circuit Breaker/Reset Button
The circuit breaker/reset button is located on the
lower, outside front of the motor housing as shown
in figure 10. The unit is designed to shut down in
the event of an overload. To restart, place on/off
switch in “off” position, push reset button, wait
approximately three minutes and then place switch
in “ON” position.
ON/OFF
SWITCH
CIRCUIT BREAK-
ER/
RESET SWITCH
FIGURE 10
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SAFE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Your Flowtron Leaf-Eater can be hazardous if improperly or carelessly used.
The instructions and figures shown below demonstrate the right way to use your machine.
Read and understand the operating instructions before you operate your machine. Always use safe and cautious
operating methods.
Please remember the operating and safety instructions have been written for your use. Failure to read all instruc-
tions may result in injury.
Be sure you have read “Rules for Safe Operation” before proceeding.
3. Mulching Control Lever
CAUTION
The Control Lever, see figure 12, controls the
particle size and speed at which material goes
through the unit. With the Control Lever in the
Coarse position, material will process through
the unit faster but will give you a larger particle
size than if the lever were in the Fine position.
The Fine position setting will discharge material
slower but will give the smallest particle size.
1. Moving Your Unit
Disconnect the power cord from the extension
cord or power source, grasp the unit along the
ridge on the Upper Housing, lift and move to
wherever you choose.
CAUTION
2. Loading Your Machine
With the machine running, feed double hand-
fuls of dry leaves, or single handfuls of wet
leaves, into the hopper. Allow the machine to
shred the load completely and regain speed
before reinserting the next load. Do not over-
load the machine by
letting it labor at low
speed: this will cause
the circuit breaker to
shut the motor off. If
FIGURE 12
4. Circuit Breaker
This machine is equipped with a circuit breaker
that is designed to shut off the machine in the
event of an overload. To restart your machine
after the circuit breaker activates, place On/Off
switch to the “Off” position, push in on the Reset
Button, figure 13, and wait for approximately
three minutes. After three minutes place the
On/Off switch to the “On” position and continue
to operate.
this happens, turn the
switch off, unplug the
machine, clear the
unshredded material
from the hopper, reset
the breaker and con-
tinue with your shred-
ding.
FIGURE 11
FIGURE 13
CAUTION
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MAINTENANCE
Note: LER-100 Cutting Line Kit for model
CAUTION
LE 800 contains 12 replacement lines and may
be purchased from your local dealer. If not avail-
able, order direct from Flowtron Outdoor
1. Cleaning Your Unit
Your unit requires a minimum of maintenance
other than cleaning. It is recommended that you
clean out built-up residue from inside the
BOTH ENDS MUST
THREAD THROUGH
TOP HOLE
BE EVEN
Housing area, and from between Mulching Discs
during and after each use. Also tighten all nuts,
bolts and screws periodically. Replace cutting line
as often as necessary, see below, and clean Air
Filter frequently, see figure 15. Any other mainte-
nance or repairs should be performed by an
authorized Flowtron Service Station.
PUT THROUGH FERRULE HOLE
BOTH ENDS MUST BE EVEN
FIGURE 14
3. Removal/Cleaning Air Filter
The Air Filter is located on the side of the Lower
Housing by the On/Off switch. To remove push
down and out on the tab on top of the Filter
Cover, see figure 15. Remove Air Filter and rinse
with clear water and air dry. Replace Air Filter
before using machine.
2. Removal/Replacement of Cutting Line
Your unit is supplied with six strips of six (6) cut-
ting lines each (for a total of 36 cutting lines). To
separate individual lines simply pinch the indent
between lines nearest strip end and peel away.
Replace cutting cord when a noticeable
decrease in shredding efficiency is observed. To
remove used cutting lines pull used line out of
the spinner head inside the housing. To install
new cutting lines place each end of new line
through the two holes in the post on top of the
spinner head and pull through so that both ends
of the line are even. Thread lines through the
two ferrules on the side of the spinner head and
pull tight so that ends are even. See fig. 14.
AIR FILTER HOUSING
AIR FILTER ELEMENT
AIR FILTER COVER
TAB: PUSH
DOWN AND OUT
FIGURE 15
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FLOWTRON EXPLOED VIEW OF LE-8800B
WHITE
1
28
2
5
32
BLACK
35
12
WHITE
18
6
4
GREEN
20
11
9
8
7
31
12
30
3
29
35
28
34
39
36
15
27
40
10
38
12
26
13
19
14
16
37
25
24
22
41
18
17
33
23
21
33
20
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FLOWTRON LB-800B PARTS LIST
Parts List — FLOWTRON ELECTRIC LEAF-EATER #LE-800B
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357 3389 REV 2
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