How to Maintain your Shredder
Clearing a Jam
If paper is not inserted properly into the shredder, or if the sheet capacity is exceeded, a jam may result. The shredder will automatically stop until the jam is cleared. Move the switch to the REVERSE (REV) position, and remove the excess paper from the top and pull it out.
TO PREVENT ANY INJURIES, DO NOT PLACE YOUR HANDS NEAR THE FEED OPENING.
Once the paper is cleared, normal shredding operation can resume. If the shredder jams while in reverse, press the switch to the FWD position and let shredder run to clear the jammed paper. If jam does not clear, slide the switch back and forth between the REV and FWD until the jam is cleared. If the jam cannot be cleared following this procedure, unplug the unit and carefully remove the jammed paper manually.
Overheating
If your shredder overheats, the unit will automatically shut off and all functions will cease in order to protect the motor. Turn off and unplug the shredder from the outlet. Allow enough time for the motor to cool down. The shredder will not resume normal function until the temperature of the motor cools down to a safe temperature. Then plug the shredder back into the outlet, turn the unit back on and resume normal operation.
Make sure to empty waste basket to avoid overloading the basket and damaging the cutting mechanism.
Staples and Paperclips
Shredders are designed primarily to shred paper and single credit cards or CDs (as indicated). Although our shredders are safe to shred the occasional standard staple, you should remove them if possible. Also, industrial or
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