PARKSIDE® Garden Shredder PWH 2800 C3, 2800 W

Technical overview
The PARKSIDE® Garden Shredder PWH 2800 C3, 2800 W is a mains-powered machine designed to process fibrous and woody garden waste. Its cutting roller handles branches up to 42 mm in diameter and directs the shredded material into a 56 L collection container.

Key features
▸ 2800 W electric motor
▸ Cutting roller with eight blades
▸ Continuously adjustable pressure plate
▸ Maximum branch diameter of 42 mm
▸ 56 L collection container with safety switch
▸ Forward, stop and reverse roller settings
▸ Integrated overload protection
▸ Large filling funnel with automatic material intake
▸ Mobile steel frame with two wheels
▸ Transport handle with storage compartment

How it works and what it is for
The slowly rotating cutting roller draws branches through the filling funnel and presses them against an adjustable pressure plate. It is suitable for hedge and tree cuttings, branches, bark, fir cones and certain stored garden waste. The reverse function helps release material if the cutting mechanism becomes blocked.

Main technical specifications
▸ Model: PWH 2800 C3
▸ Rated input power: 2800 W
▸ Mains supply: 220–240 V ~ 50 Hz
▸ Maximum branch diameter: 42 mm
▸ Cutting roller speed: 60 rpm
▸ Cutting roller diameter: 87 mm
▸ Number of blades: 8
▸ Collection container capacity: 56 L
▸ Dimensions: 630 × 450 × 910 mm
▸ Weight: 20.5 kg
▸ Operating mode: P40
▸ Operating cycle: 4 minutes under load and 6 minutes idling
▸ Protection rating: IPX4
▸ Protection class: II
▸ IAN: 453149_2310

Included accessories / compatibility
▸ 1 collection container with safety switch
▸ 1 plunger
▸ 2 wheels with mounting components
▸ 1 wheel axle
▸ 1 spanner
▸ 1 5 mm Allen key
▸ 1 handle for the adjusting screw
▸ 1 operating manual

Who it is recommended for
This garden shredder is recommended for households that need to reduce the volume of branches and woody waste produced during routine garden maintenance. The shredded material may be suitable for composting or mulching. The machine is intended for private use rather than commercial or industrial applications.

Pros and cons
Pros
▸ Processes branches up to 42 mm in diameter
▸ Large 56 L collection container with safety switch
▸ Reverse function helps clear blocked material
▸ Wheels and transport handle improve mobility
Cons
▸ Weight of 20.5 kg must be considered when moving or storing it
▸ Not suitable for stones, glass, metal, plastic or household waste

Battery / consumables advice
This model runs from the mains and does not require a battery. Regularly inspect the cutting roller and pressure plate, and use only compatible replacement or wear parts. Always unplug the machine before cleaning, adjustment or maintenance.

Objective final opinion
The PARKSIDE® Garden Shredder PWH 2800 C3, 2800 W provides suitable capacity and power for routine maintenance of a private garden. Its 56 L container, reverse function and wheeled frame support practical operation, while the P40 rating requires the specified work and idle cycles to be observed.

FAQ
What branch diameter can the PWH 2800 C3 process?
It can shred branches up to 42 mm in diameter. Actual performance depends on the type, hardness and freshness of the wood.

What is the reverse function used for?
It reverses the cutting roller to help release branches or other garden material that has become trapped in the mechanism.

How large is the collection container?
The collection container has a capacity of 56 L and includes a safety switch that prevents operation when it is not correctly fitted.

Can the shredder process plastic or household waste?
No. It is intended for fibrous and woody garden waste and must not be filled with plastic, metal, glass, stones, bones or fabric.