Fellowes PS-8C, Instructions Manual

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Maintenance
Regular emptying of the basket is important to ensure the smooth operation of the
cutting cylinders. If you can see paper in the basket window (7), turn off the shredder,
pull out basket and empty basket contents.
Regular oiling of the confetti-cut model (PS-8C) is also necessary to ensure
proper performance. If you are running the shredder 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 (7) 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 seconds.
• Repeat above automatic [I] and reverse [R] sequence three times.
REMINDER: Do not use flammable synthetic oil, petroleum-based products
or aerosol lubricants of any kind in or near the shredder at any time.
Troubleshooting
If you have a problem with your shredder, check the symptoms and remedies below. If
you cannot solve the problem this way, contact Fellowes Customer Service.
Do not
open shredder head to attempt repair: It could expose you to serious electric shock
and will void your warranty.
Symptom
Shredder does not start or stops while
shredding.
Red display light (9) turns on and shred-
der will not operate.
Shredder squeaks, grinds or runs below
capacity.
Shredder continues to run for a few sec-
onds after paper has cleared the cutting
cylinders.
Remedy
• Make sure shredder is plugged in and
switch is in automatic [I] position.
• If paper appears to be jammed,
follow instructions under Operation .
• Check basket position; basket must be
pushed all the way in the cabinet.
Follow instructions under
Set-Up .
• Wait 20 minutes for shredder to cool
down before trying again.
• If paper appears to be jammed,
follow instructions under Operation .
• Check basket position; basket must be
pushed all the way into the cabinet.
Follow instructions under
Set-Up .
• Oil cutting cylinders (PS-8C only).
Follow instructions under
Maintenance .
• Check window. If paper is visible,
empty basket. Follow instructions
under
Maintenance .
No action required. This is a self-clean-
ing function.
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Set-Up
This shredder will only operate when used with the supplied basket. The supplied bas-
ket has a built-in safety feature which prevents the shredder from operating if used
with any other basket or if improperly assembled.
• Position shredder head (1) over cabinet (2). 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 posi-
tion.
• Push basket (3) into shredder cabinet as shown in Figure B. Basket must be pushed
firmly, so edges of basket/cabinet are aligned properly.
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 (4) . This
means that when the control switch (5) is in the automatic [I] position, the shredder will
start running when paper is fed into it. The shredder stops a few seconds after the
paper has passed through. Because the sensor cannot tell the difference between
paper and other objects, this feature can be a hazard, especially to children and pets.
To avoid accidents, turn off the shredder as soon as you are finished. Unplug shredder
if it will
not be used for an extended period.
To shred
• Plug in shredder with control switch (5) in off [O] position
• Press control switch to automatic [I] position; cutting cylinders will run for 1-2 seconds
to signal readiness and green light (6) will turn on.
• Feed paper straight into entry (7), until the shredder automatically begins shredding;
see Product Profile for limits on paper width, shreddable items, sheet capacity, etc.
• Shred for no more than 10-12 minutes; shredding longer will cause shredder to turn
itself off for 20 minutes to cool down.
• Press control switch to off [O] position after cutting has stopped. With confetti-cut
shredder, cutting continues for several seconds after paper has gone through in order
to clear shredded paper from cutting cylinders.
In case of a paper jam , which may occur if the sheet capacity is exceeded or if paper
is not put in straight, turn off 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 auto-
matic [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 shred-
der; remove wastebasket from the cabinet and carefully remove any paper extending
below the cutting cylinders; insert wastebasket and repeat jam clearing procedure.