Maintenance
Regular emptying of the basket is important to ensure the smooth operation of the cutting cylinders. If you can see paper in the basket window (8), turn off the shredder, pull out basket and empty basket contents.
Regular oiling of the shredder is also necessary to ensure proper performance. If you are running the shredder at or near capacity, we recommend oiling it month- ly. Using Fellowes Powershred Lubricant #35250 or other
•Apply oil over full width of paper entry (1) with shredder in off [O] position.
•Press control switch to automatic [I] position which will cause shredder to run for about 2 seconds.
•Press and hold control switch in reverse [R] position for
•Repeat above automatic [I] and reverse [R] sequence three times.
REMINDER: Do not use flammable synthetic oil,
Troubleshooting
If you have a problem with your shredder, check the symptoms and remedies below. If you cannot solve the problem this way, contact Fellowes Customer Service. Do not open shredder head to attempt repair: It could expose you to serious electric shock and will void your warranty.
Symptom | Remedy |
Shredder does not start or stops while | • Make sure shredder is plugged in and |
shredding. | switch is in automatic [I] position. |
| • If paper appears to be jammed, follow |
| instructions under Operation. |
| • Check basket position; basket must be |
| pushed all the way in the cabinet. Follow |
| instructions under |
| • Wait 15 minutes for shredder to cool down |
| before trying again. |
Shredder squeaks, grinds or runs below | • Oil cutting cylinders. Follow instructions |
capacity. | under Maintenance. |
| • Check window. If paper is visible, empty |
| basket. Follow instructions under |
| Maintenance. |
Shredder continues to run for a few seconds | No action required. This is a |
after paper has cleared the cutting cylinders. | function. |
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