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FASTENERS

NO 

AEROSOL CANS

NOT

A TOY

NO LOOSE 

CLOTHING

NO FINGERS

OR HANDS

NO 

HAIR

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Customer Service

Black & Decker has a toll-free help line for customers living in the United States and Canada.  
Our customer service phone number is 1-800-297-5028 or visit our website at 
www.blackanddeckershredders.com

Troubleshooting

If you have a problem with your shredder, check the symptoms and remedies below. 
If you cannot solve the problem this way, contact Black & Decker paper shredders
Customer Service.  Do not open shredder head to attempt repair:  It could 
expose you to electric shock and will void your warranty.

Symptom

Remedy

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 runing 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 20 minutes or more  

  before continuing.
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.

Shredder does not work at all.

Shredder runs in "Rev" mode 
but not in  "Auto" mode.

Thank you

 for buying a Black & Decker paper shredder.  Black & Decker 

paper shredders have become the benchmark for innovation, performance 
and quality to protect against identity theft.  We have taken great care in 
designing and engineering a product to meet and exceed your needs.

To ensure years of safe, efficient performance, please read 

these important product usage and safety instructions.

If you have any questions regarding the product, please feel free to 

call toll-free 1-800-297-5028.

WA R N I N G

ALWAYS KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN

WARNING ICONS:

The icons on top of the shredder warn the user of the potential dangers if the shredder 
is used improperly.

W A R N I N G

WARNING:  Hazardous moving parts. Keep fingers and other body parts away.
WARNING:  To reduce risk of fire, electrical shock or injury:
NEVER allow children to operate a paper shredder, even under adult supervision.

A paper shredder is NOT a toy.
DO NOT use flammable synthetic oil, petroleum-based products or aerosols of any kind 

on or near product at any time.
DO NOT operate any electrical product with a damaged cord.
ALWAYS keep the power cord clear of the shredder opening.
AVOID getting jewelry, hair or loose clothing too close to feed slot as serious injury can occur.
DO NOT handle plug or product with wet hands.
ALWAYS keep children and pets away from the shredder.
ALWAYS unplug shredder when not in use.
DO NOT attempt to feed more sheets of paper than specified on the feeder.
DO NOT attempt to shred materials other than paper, credit cards and CD’s.
DO NOT hold CD or DVD with finger through the center ring while feeding into shredder.
ALWAYS empty the wastebasket prior to becoming full.
DO NOT place shredder near heat or water source.
DO NOT open shredder head to attempt repair:  It could expose you to electric shock and 

will void your warranty.
The socket-outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible.

The Following are Important Safety Instructions.

Read All Instructions Before Using.

Limited Warranty

HoMedics

 

warrants the cutting cylinders of the machine against defects of 

workmanship and material for a period of 

5 years

 from the original purchase 

date to the original consumer. HoMedics

 

warrants all other parts of the machine 

against defects of workmanship and material for a period of 

1 year

 from the 

original purchase date to the original consumer. 

Should there be a defect or malfunction of this product, HoMedics

 

will replace the 

product free of charge. Customer is responsible for all shipping charges to return the 

defective product to HoMedics. A copy of the proof of purchase showing original 

purchase date is required. This warranty is void if the product has been subject to 

damage, unreasonable use, improper service, or other causes not arising from 

defects in original material or workmanship. This warranty is void if factory seal is 

broken or removed from the product. This warranty does not include adjustments, 

parts or repairs required by circumstances beyond the control of HoMedics. 

There are no expressed warranties other than those stated herein. 

Any expressed or implied warranties, including but not limited to merchantibility and 

fitness for a particular purpose are limited to the above warranty period. HoMedics 

shall not be liable for any incidental or consequential cost, expenses or damages 

resulting from any failure defect or malfunction of this product. 

Some states do not allow the exclusion of limitations of implied warranties or 

consequintial damages, therefore, the above limitations may not apply to you. 

This warranty grants you specific legal rights, and you may also have other 

rights that vary from state to state.

Please contact us with any questions.

HoMedics, Inc.
3000 Pontiac Trail
Commerce Township, MI
48390

Black & Decker and the Black & Decker logo 

are trademarks of The Black & Decker Corporation 

and are used under license. All rights reserved.

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Maintenance

It is important to empty the waste bin regularly to ensure the smooth operation of the 
cutting cylinders.  The shredder will not operate when the bin is full.  Regular oiling is a
lso necessary for proper performance.  It is recommended to use the shredder oil 
every few weeks

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FIGURE 2

FIGURE 3

FIGURE 1

FIGURE 5

FIGURE 4

Cleaning

Installation

• 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.

When shredding is completed, you can press the designated “push close” area on the 

cover to tilt shut 

the paper feed slot (FIGURE 5). It is recommended to have the paper 

feed slot closed when shredder is not in use. This will prevent any objects from getting 

into the feed slot and accidentally shredded.

*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.

Operation

ShredSafe™

 technology is an added safety feature incorporated in this particular 

model. It is a new technology where the shredder is able to detect forced entry and 

automatically cuts the power off, preventing further shredding.

To begin shredding, locate the switch on the unit and select the “Auto” mode (FIGURE 2). 

The Green LED light indicates the shredder is “On” and ready to use. Press the designated

“push open” area on cover to tilt open and expose the paper feed slot (FIGURE 3). 

The cover will click into a preset position for safe shredding.*

Paper feeds from both left and right sides. 

With the feed slot now open, you can shred 

sheets of paper or 1 credit card per pass (FIGURE 4).

Auto: 

This setting allows the shredder to be automatically started by inserting 

paper into the shred opening. Always feed the paper in as straight as possible. 

Paper feeds from both left a

nd right sides. When the paper has

 passed through, 

the shredder will automatically stop. (FIGURE 2)

Off:   

This setting turns off all features of the shredder. For safety reasons, 

we recommend that 

you leave the shredder in the "Off" position whenever 

the shredder is unattended or 

not in use. (FIGURE 2)

Rev:  

In the unlikely event of a paper jam, the reverse setting can be used to 

help clear the cutters of paper that has not passed through. Never attempt to 

clear a jam by using the reverse function until you have emptied the wastebasket. 

(FIGURE 2)

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Never shred plastic (except credit cards), any hard materials, continuous 

forms, newsprint, or anything with adhesives including labels and envelopes. 

While this shredder will shred staples, it is recommended that you remove them whenever 

possible in order to extend the life of your shredder.

Only shred credit cards by feeding them vertically within the 

designated area. Never feed more than one credit card at a time.

Sheet Capacity

Credit Card Capacity

1 at a time

6 sheets of

20lb. bond paper

Voltage

120V-60Hz 3.0A

Paper Shred Size

1/8” x 11/32” pieces

3.3 mm x 9 mm pieces

The BD-680A SERIES can shred up to 6 sheets of 20 lb. bond paper in widths up to 8.5"

ONE FOLDED SHEET OF PAPER EQUATES TO 2 SHEETS OF PAPER

Mount the shredder securely to the rim of the waste basket. (FIGURE 1) A socket-outlet 

should be near the equipment and be easily accessible. Connect the power cord to any 

standard 120 volt AC outlet.

This shredder includes a built-in safety mechanism that requires the 

shredder to be correctly mounted on the supplied wastebasket.

 It is not 

designed to operate with any other wastebaskets. An activation switch located on the 

head unit automatically shuts off the shredder when it is lifted or removed. The supplied 

wastebasket activates this switch, which allows the shredder to be operable. 

Lining the 

wastebasket with a plastic bag will interfere and may keep the shredder from functioning.

Caution:

 MicroShred shredders have very sharp exposed blades on the underside. 

               

Use care when mounting the shredder on the wastebasket.

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