TROUBLE SHOOTING FOR PAPER SHREDDERS:
The shredder does not work at all.
a) Make sure that the unit is plugged in and that the outlet it is plugged into is in good working order.
b)
Be sure to not tilt open the cover completely beyond the preset position, otherwise the
ShredSafe™ power cut off feature will be activated and the shredder will be inoperable.
c) In the event that the shredder is run continuously for too long and the motor overheats, a thermal
overload switch will automatically shut the power off. If this happens, move the switch to the off
position for 30 minutes or more before continuing.
d) When the "Basket is Full", the RED light will indicate it needs to be emptied. While lit, the shredder
will be inoperable until the wastebasket is cleared.
The shredder runs in "Rev" mode but not in "Auto" mode.
a) The shredder will not start running until paper, CD/DVD, or credit card is inserted into the appropriate
feed slot. It is normal for the motor to run for a moment after the shredder is powered on but it should
stop until paper is inserted. The trigger that activates the shredder is located directly in the center of
the feed slot. If the paper you are inserting is narrow, it may not be hitting the switch. It is possible
that the trigger, which activates the shredder, has become blocked with paper. Insert an index card,
directly in the center of the feed slot, and apply force. This will usually clear any paper blocking the
switch or force the switch closed.
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Avoid touching the document
feed opening with hands.
Do not spray or keep any aerosol
products in or around shredder.
Do not insert foreign objects into
the document feed opening.
Product is not intended for use by
children (product is not a toy).
Avoid getting hair near the
document feed opening.
Avoid loose clothing or jewelry
touching the document feed opening.
WARNING:
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DO NOT USE CANNED AIR ON SHREDDER.
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RISK OF FIRE.
Never use any petroleum based or flammable oils or lubricants in or around the
machine as some oils can combust causing serious injury.
- NEVER dispose of flammable chemicals or materials that have come into contact
with flammable chemicals (for example, nail polish, acetone, gasoline) in the shredder basket.
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Never shred plastic (except credit cards), any hard materials, continuous forms,
newsprint, or anything with adhesives including labels and envelopes.
- A socket-outlet should be near the equipment and be easily accessible.
- Always turn the shredder off and unplug the power cord from the AC outlet before cleaning it,
moving it, or emptying the waste basket.
- Never let the wastebasket become full. This will lead to shredded material being pulled back up into
the shredder and cause jams.
- Never place the shredder near water or any heat source.
- Keep wastebasket emptied so that the shredder output is not impeded.
- Do not use the shredder if the power cord is damaged in any way.
- Do not attempt to service this product yourself as doing so may expose you to sharp cutting blades
and/or electricity and will void the manufacturers warranty.
- Never try to clean or clear the shredder blade.
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CLEANING:
• ALWAYS UNPLUG THE SHREDDER BEFORE CLEANING!
• Only clean the shredder by carefully wiping the unit with a dry soft cloth or towel.
• Do not clean or immerse shredder in water. Having the unit wet may result in
damage or malfunction to the electrical components. If the shredder happens to get
wet, be sure to completely dry the unit immediately with a cloth or towel.
• Never use anything flammable to clean the shredder.
This may result in serious injury or damage to the product.
We recommend you oil your shredder once a month with vegetable or cooking oil (nothing petroleum
based). Drizzle some oil on a few pieces of paper and feed those pages through the shredder.
Do not spray or keep any aerosol products in or around shredder.
DO NOT USE CANNED AIR ON SHREDDER.
MAINTENANCE: