ELECTRICAL FAULT
If the control display
flashes
together with the function button LED or only the control display
flashes
, there is
an electrical fault. The machine cannot be restarted. Contact your Formax dealer for technical support.
Malfunctions / Troubleshooting
MOTOR PROTECTION
If the motor becomes overloaded, it will switch off automatically. The control display will light. The shredder should be
left to cool down. It can be restarted after a period of 25-40 minutes.
Is the Main Power switch set to Paper Shredder?
Press the Main Power switch to turn on the shredder.
Is the plug connected to the power supply?
Plug into an appropriate power supply
Is the door closed?
Close the door
Is the waste bin full?
Empty the waste bin
Is there a jam in the infeed?
Clear the paper jam
Is the motor overloaded?
Allow the shredder to cool down for 25-40 minutes.
PAPER SHREDDER - TROUBLESHOOTING CHECKLIST
If the paper shredder is not functioning, check the following points, and complete the actions, if necessary:
OPTICAL MEDIA SHREDDER - TROUBLESHOOTING CHECKLIST
If the optical media shredder is not functioning, check the following points, and complete the actions, if necessary:
Is the Main Power switch set to Optical Media?
Press the Main Power switch to turn the optical media on.
Is the plug connected to the power supply?
Plug into an appropriate power supply
Is the vacuum unit plugged in to its power supply?
Open the door and plug in the power cord.
Is the vacuum on?
Check the vacuum connection and switch to the on position.
Is the vacuum full?
Empty the vacuum and make sure the hoses are properly
connected.
Does not automatically start when media is inserted?
Check to be sure the sensor is clear of debris.
If the disc is not fully intact, press and hold the Manual Run
button to feed.
CLEANING THE PHOTOCELLS - PAPER SHREDDER
If paper particles are left in the paper infeed slot (for example, after clearing a
paper jam), it’s possible the shredder may not turn off, due to the broken light
barrier.
To clean the photoelectric sensors, pass a sheet of paper through the infeed,
or switch to reverse and wipe both “eyes” of the photocell with a soft brush.
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