OPERATION
This product features an auto-start
sensor. This sensor will turn on the cut-
ting blades whenever anything is inserted into the
paper entry (while the power switch is in the
AUTO
position). For the safety of pets and children, we rec-
ommend always moving the power switch to
OFF
and
unplugging whenever the shredder is unattended or
not in use.
1. Assemble shredder (see "ASSEMBLY").
2. Remove any paper clips or other foreign objects
(except staples) from paper. If folding paper to fit
paper entry, adjust sheet capacity appropriately.
Do not attempt to shred paper clips or
other hard materials (except staples)
with this machine. Extensive use of paper clips or other
hard materials will result in damage to the cutting sys-
tem and will void the manufacturer's warranty.
3. Be sure power switch is in
OFF
(O) position. Plug
shredder into proper power supply outlet.
4. Move power switch to
AUTO
(I) position. To clear
the cutting blades, the shredder will "run" for about
1 second immediately after switching to
AUTO
(I).
When the unit is turned on and in standby mode,
the shredder is ready to be fed paper through the
paper entry. (See "TROUBLESHOOTING" if red
LED is lit.)
NEVER insert hands or fingers into
paper entry as serious personal injury
may result.
Do not exceed recommended sheet
capacity (see "Product Usage Guide"
on front cover of this manual).
5. Slide paper
straight
into paper entry until the shred-
der automatically begins shredding.
The shredder automatically stops a few seconds
after shredding is complete.
Continue shredding as desired to a
MAXIMUM
shredding time of 5-7 minutes
. At this time, the
machine MUST be allowed to
"cool down" for a
MINIMUM of 15 minutes
. (See "Cool-Down
Cycle" for more information.)
If the shredder jams or shuts off before the maxi-
mum shredding time, see "Clearing a Jam" section
for further instructions.
6. Move power switch to
OFF
(O) position when
shredding is complete.
7. Unplug power cord from outlet whenever shredder
is unattended or not in use.
8. Check basket to see if it is full. If full, remove shred-
der head and empty basket contents. Replace
shredder head onto basket.
Cool-Down Cycle
This shredder is protected with a special safety feature
which prevents the motor from overheating with exten-
sive use.
When shredding is attempted beyond the
machine's maximum running time, the shredder
will automatically shut off its motor until it has
cooled to an acceptable operating level.
This is nor-
mal and the shredder will return to operation after the
cool-down or "off" period. See "Product Usage Guide"
on front panel for maximum running time and related
cooling "off" time.
Clearing a Jam
If the shredder sheet capacity is exceeded or paper is
not put in straight, a jam may result. See "Product
Usage Guide" on front panel for maximum sheet
capacity for your shredder.
To clear a jam:
1. Move the power switch to the
REVERSE
(R) posi-
tion. (
NOTE:
If waste basket is full, empty it before
clearing jam.) The shredder will reverse the paper
to clear the jam.
2. If the shredder jams in reverse, move the power
switch to
AUTO
(I) and allow to run for about five
seconds. If jam does not clear, move power switch
to
REVERSE
(R) again and allow to run for about
five seconds. Repeat this procedure until the jam is
cleared. If necessary, use care to grasp the paper
carefully and pull out to clear the jam.
3. Once the jam is cleared, move the power switch to
AUTO
(I) for continued shredding or
OFF
(O) if
shredding is complete.
MAINTENANCE
Confetti cut shredders require regular (monthly) oiling of
the cutting blades to maintain proper operation. Failure to
oil the blades regularly could result in reduced sheet
capacity performance, excessive noise during operation,
paper jams and possibly shredder failure.
We recommend using only Powershred Lubricant
#35250 (available by contacting Fellowes) or a veg-
etable-based oil (such as corn or canola) in a non-
aerosol container with an extension nozzle.
Never use flammable synthetic oil,
petroleum- based, or aerosol lubri-
cants to oil the cutting blades. Some agents may com-
bust, causing serious injury.
To oil the cutting blades:
1. From the top of the shredder, squeeze the recom-
mended lubricant across the full width of the
blades.
2. Move the power switch to
AUTO
(I) position and
allow the blades to run at least 3 seconds.
3. Move the power switch to
REVERSE
(R) position
and allow it to run for at least 3 seconds.
4. Repeat steps 2-3 above at least 3 times.
