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Operating the Shredder
The shredder works using an automatic shredding mechanism� The optical sensor for the materi-
al in the automatic insertion is positioned in the centre of the slot�
c
aution
! Risk of injury through sharp edges on the cutting mechanism� NEVER
take hold of the shredder by the underside when the shredder is in operation�
1
Set the switch to its
a
uto
position� The shredder is now ready to operate�
W
arning
! Risk of injury through automatic insertion� The infeed starts automatically
when material is inserted� Keep all loose pieces of clothing, jewellery, long hair or
other loose items away from the shredder's insertion slot�
a
ttention
! Risk of property damage through material jam! Observe the
maximum cutting output of the insertion slot�
2
Feed the material to be shred in the centre of the insertion slot� The insertion slot draws
the material in and stops 2 - 4 seconds after shredding has been completed and no further
material is fed in�
3
If you want to shred a credit card, insert the credit card in the centre of the slot with a short
edge to the front�
Switching the Shredder Off
Switch the shredder off when you no longer need to use it� This saves electricity and prevents
third parties inadvertently injuring themselves with the shredder�
1
Set the switch to its
o
ff
position�
2
Disconnect the power plug from the power socket�
Transporting the Shredder
If you want to transport the shredder for use elsewhere, use the practical castors provided on the
underside of the shredder�
1
Ensure that the shredder is switched off and disconnected from the power supply�
2
Use the handles to raise the shredder slightly� The shredder is now standing on the castors
and can be simply pushed to the new location�
If Something Does Not Work
The following information should help if something does not work as you expect it to�
Overheating Protection
The motor switches off automatically in the event of overheating and overloading� When the cool
down phase has elapsed, the shredder is ready to operate again� Pay attention to the intermit-
tent operation value�
