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Set-Up

For safety reasons, this model will operate only if the shredder head (6) is in the correct
position on the cabinet (2) and used with supplied basket (3).

• Position shredder head over cabinet. Place shredder head on top of cabinet as shown in

Figure A

.

• Firmly push down on four corners of shredder head to "lock" shredder head into position.
• Push basket into shredder cabinet as shown in 

Figure B

.

Note:

To disassemble, pull out basket, hold cabinet down by placing foot on bottom shelf,

and firmly pull up on shredder head.

Operation

For convenience, your shredder is equipped with an 

automatic-start sensor (8)

. This

means that when the control switch (9) is in the automatic [I] position, the shredder will
start running when you put paper into it and stop a few seconds after the paper has
passed through. Because the sensor cannot tell the difference between paper and other
objects, this feature can also be a hazard, especially to children and pets. To avoid acci-
dents, turn off the shredder as soon as you are finished. Unplug shredder if it will not be
used for an extended period.

To shred

• Press control switch (9) to automatic [I] position. Green ready light (4) should turn on.

PAPER

• Feed paper straight into entry (1), releasing when shredder begins shredding; see 

Product

Profile

for limits on paper width, shreddable items, sheet capacity, etc.

• Shred no more than 20 minutes; shredding longer will cause shredder to turn itself off for

40 minutes to cool down.

• Press control switch to off [O] position after cutting has stopped.

CDs, or DVDs

• Slide safety cover (12) to the front to expose the CD entry (11).
• Hold CD or DVD at the edge and feed one at a time, straight into entry (11) releasing

when shredding begins. Shredder will stop when item has passed through entry. CDs and
DVDs will be shredded into small particles.

• Slide cover (12) to the back when done shredding media.

CAUTION:

Do not hold CD or DVD with finger through the center ring while feeding into

shredder.

In case of a 

paper jam

, which may occur if the shredder is pushed beyond its specified

capabilities, press the control switch to the off [O] position and empty the basket if full.
Then: 

1)

Press and hold control switch in reverse [R] position and attempt to back paper out of
shredder.

2)

If shredder jams in reverse mode, press control switch to automatic [I] position and
attempt to continue shredding operation.

3)

If shredder jams again, alternate control switch slowly between reverse [R] and automat-
ic [I] positions to attempt to move jammed paper completely through shredder.

If you are unable to clear the jam using this method, turn off and unplug the shredder;
remove the wastebasket from cabinet and carefully remove any paper extending below the
cutting cylinders; empty the wastebasket; insert wastebasket and repeat jam clearing pro-
cedure.

Product Profile

This product is built to shred 

paper, staples, small paper clips, credit

cards, CDs and DVDs 

(CDs and DVDs in designated slot). It is 

not

built to

shred transparencies, adhesive labels, newspaper, cardboard, large paper
clips, or plastic (other than items noted above). Attempting to shred items
not intended for this shredder may cause damage.

Confetti-cut (DM10C)

Paper

Sheet capacity*

10 sheets

Paper shred size

5/32" x 1-3/8" (3.9 x 3

5

mm)

Maximum paper width

9" (229 mm)

Speed (at paper capacity)

14 ft/min

Maximum running time (duty cycle on)

20 minutes

Automatic cool-down period

40 minutes

Recommended daily capacity

25-50 shredding passes

Credit Cards

Credit card capacity

1

Recommended daily capacity

10

CDs/DVDs

CDs/DVDs capacity

1

Recommended daily capacity

10

*Based on 8-1/2 x 11” (75 g/20 lb.) paper with shredder operating at rated voltage; heavier paper, high humidity, or

other than rated voltage may reduce sheet capacity. 

NOTE:

These products have met 

international standards

for motor temperature rise: Independent product testing

agencies approved each model at the midpoint of its sheet-per-pass limit. In the tests, the agencies also varied the
available voltage 10% below and 6% above its normal range, stopping shredding only to empty the basket.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING

While assembling shredder

• Check shredder for damage or defects; some paper particles in the basket are normal

due to product testing and does not indicate a defect. 

• If the cord is damaged do not replace cord or use the machine. Return machine 

for a replacement.

• Avoid touching exposed blades on underside of confetti-cut shredder head. 
• Plug power cord in an outlet that can easily be reached.
• Do not place shredder near or over a heat or water source.

While operating shredder

• Keep hands and hanging objects (jewelry, ties, loose clothing, 

long hair, etc.) away from paper entry. 

• Keep children and pets away from the shredder.

When not in use

• Always turn off and unplug shredder 
• Unplug before emptying basket 
• Do not open shredder head: Danger of electric shock.

NOTE:

Do not use flammable synthetic oil, petroleum-based products or

aerosols of any kind on or near product at any time.

Summary of Contents for DM10C

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Page 2: ... its introduction in 1990 as the first of its kind on the market We are confident that it offers you the greatest value for your money in its product category today We hope it meets or even exceeds your expectations To ensure years of safe efficient use please read these few pages about your new shredder If this manual doesn t answer all your questions or if you wish to comment on this product we ...

Page 3: ... control switch slowly between reverse R and automat ic I positions to attempt to move jammed paper completely through shredder If you are unable to clear the jam using this method turn off and unplug the shredder remove the wastebasket from cabinet and carefully remove any paper extending below the cutting cylinders empty the wastebasket insert wastebasket and repeat jam clearing pro cedure Produ...

Page 4: ...dder at or near capacity we recommend oiling it monthly Using Fellowes Powershred Lubricant 35250 or other non aerosol vegetable based oil in a long nozzle container Apply oil over full width of paper entry 1 with shredder in off O position Press control switch to automatic I position which will cause shredder to run for about 2 seconds Press and hold control switch in reverse R position for 3 5 s...

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