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the cool down indicator will flash red (
over heating
If the Auto+ 100X/100M is used continuously for over 10 minutes the shredder may overheat and
). Please allow the shredder to cool down. When the
shredder is ready to be used the thermometer symbol will no longer illuminate. If the shredder
needs to cool down while shredding, no action is needed. The shredder will automatically restart
shredding paper once it has cooled down after periods of continuous use. All you need to do is
ensure paper is loaded into the chamber and the bin is empty when the machine is cooling down.
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4. self-cleaning cutters
After emptying and replacing a full bin, the shredder will run in forward for 4 seconds, stop for
2 seconds and then reverse for 4 seconds to clear away any remaining paper from the cutter
mechanism. This unique ‘self-cleaning’ mechanism is additional jam prevention technology
from GBC.
5. bin full
The shredder will not function when the bin is full and the bin full symbol ( ) is illuminated.
You should empty the bin.
• Pull open the bin sl owly to empty.
• Push the empty bin back into place and press the auto button to resume shredding.
The Auto+ 100X ONLY can shred credit cards, not CDs or DVDs. Switch the shredder to auto mode
and insert the credit card between the markings in the manual feed slot. Only shred one credit card
at a time.
GBC encourages customers to recycle shredded paper.
Please note that shredded paper cannot be recycled if mixed with credit card shards.
If recycling, please separate shredded paper and credit cards.
3. credit card shredding
rare occasions of jamming
If after this auto jam clearance cycle the shredder still has a paper jam, it will stop and the jam
indicator illuminate ( ). Try clearing the jam using the reverse ( ) and continuous jam boost
( ) buttons. If this is unsuccessful follow the reverse fuction instructions to clear any jammed
material.
automatic jam clearance
In the unlikely event of the shredder jamming, the Auto+ 100X and 100M will automatically reverse
and forward the engine three times to clear a jam. During this operation the Paper Jam indicator will
).