POWERSHRED C-525/C-525C

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Model C-525/C-525C

KEY

1. Safety Flap
2. Paper entry R
3. Disconnect switch (open door)
4. Door
5. Basket - paper (inside)
6. Casters
7. See safety instructions

R R

H. Control Panel and LEDs R

1. ON/OFF R 2. Reverse

3. Bin full

4. Door open

5. Safety Flap Open

6. Low oil

7. Auto oil complete R

INDICATOR LIGHTS

R R Stops automatically when door is opened. Symbols flash alternately

Stops automatically R R when bin is full. Empty bag when bag full indicator lights up

R R Stops automatically if too much paper is inserted. Automatic reverse if paper jams

R Stops R automatically if safety flap is opened. Symbols flash alternately

R R protection. Cutting shafts are

Overload Machine stops to cool automatically oiled down- approx. 10-15 minutes. Symbols flash alternately

R R is empty

Oil bottle

CAPABILITIES

Will shred: Paper, credit cards, CD/DVDs, staples, paper clips, junkmail and 3.5" diskettes. Will not shred: Adhesive labels, continuous form paper, transparencies, newspaper, cardboard, laminates, file folders, X-rays or plastic other than noted above. Paper shred size: R Strip-Cut............................................................................1/4 in. (6mm) R R R Cross-Cut..........................................3/16 in. x 1-1/2in. (4mm x 40mm)

Maximum: Sheets per pass (Strip-Cut)............................................................ 41-50* Sheets per pass (Cross-Cut)........................................................... 28-34* Paper entry width............................................................12 in. (305mm)

• 8.5 in. x 11 in., 20lb., (75g) paper at 120V, 60 Hz, 15Amps; heavier paper, humidity or other than rated voltage may reduce capacity. R R Recommended maximum daily usage rates: 10,000 sheets per day. Sheets per pass: C-525: 41-50; C-525C: 28-34
• In order to perform at capacity, shredder must be plugged into a dedicated 20Amp, 120V outlet and auto oil system must be engaged.

ADVANCED PRODUCT FEATURES

Auto Oil™ Lubricates the cutters automatically to enhance performance and extend shredder life

Sleep Mode Energy saving feature shuts down R R the shredder after 1 hour of inactivity

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS — Read Before Using!

• Keep away from children and pets. Keep hands away from paper entry. Always set to off or unplug when not in use.
• Keep foreign objects – gloves, jewelry, clothing, hair, etc. – away from shredder openings. If object enters top opening, switch to Reverse (R) to back out object.
• Never use aerosol products, petroleum based lubricants or other flammable products on or near shredder. Do not use canned air on shredder.
• Do not use if damaged or defective. Do not disassemble shredder. Do not place near or over heat source or water.
• This shredder has a Disconnect Power Switch (C) in the door. The door must be closed to operate shredder. In case of emergency, open door. This action will stop shredder immediately.
• Avoid touching exposed cutting blades under shredder head.
• Shredder must be plugged into a properly grounded wall outlet or socket of the voltage and amperage designated on the label. The grounded outlet or socket must be installed near the equipment and easily accessible. Energy converters, transformers, or extension cords should not be used with this product.
• Do not operate the machine without the safety flap closed (A).

BASIC SET-UP

BASIC SHREDDING OPERATION

SHREDDER SET-UP

PAPER

Plug in and make Press ( ) ON to sure door is closed activate

Make sure safety flap is securely in place

Feed paper straight into paper entry and release

When finished shredding set to ( ) OFF

Hook oil bottle holder into side of cabinet

Remove lid from oil bottle

SLEEP MODE

Eliminates frustrating jams by preventing overloads.

WHEN IN SLEEP MODE

Do nothing and shredder will go automatically to sleep mode after 1 hour

After changing oil bottle, press Reverse (R) until Oil Indicator ( ) no longer blinks red

To get out of sleep or insert paper press ON ( )

Up to GREEN: Normal sheet capacity during shredding process.

TROUBLESHOOTING AND PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE

• Empty wastebasket when bin full indicator lights up.
• Shredder won’t run if the door is open, or bin needs to be emptied.
• Maintenance is an important part of protecting your investment. Don’t forget to purchase our oil (3505801) and shredder bags (3604101).

Go to Support Section at www.fellowes.com or see back page of manual for useful telephone numbers.

PAPER JAM

CLEANING AUTO-START INFARED DE SENSORS LIMPIEZA DE LOS SENSORES INFRARROJOS INICIO AUTOMÁTICO

Set to Off ( ) and empty bin. Replace bin and follow the below procedures.

Paper detection sensors are designed for maintenance free operation. However, on rare occasions the sensors may become blocked by paper dust causing the motor to run even if there is no paper present (Note: two paper detection sensors are located in the center

of the paper entry).

TO CLEAN THE SENSORS

Stops automatically Gently pull uncut if too much paper paper from paper entry. is inserted. Automatic reverse Machine runs for a short time in if paper jams reverse. Repeat if necessary

Turn off and unplug shredder

Up to YELLOW: Maximum sheet capacity.

Up to RED: Too many sheets have been inserted. Automatic reverse of paper.

SHEET CAPACITY GAUGE

Put oil tube into oil Place oil bottle Close door. Plug Oil pump starts bottle and screw into oil holder on into socket-outlet automatically on stopper on side if cabinet first use. To stop Oil Indicator ( ) from blinking red, press ON ( ) after 15 seconds

Electronically measures paper thickness to prevent paper jams:

Remove oil bottle holder from cabinet

OILING SET-UP

Ensure access to a dedicated 20Amp, 120V outlet

Locate Auto-start infared sensor

Use thin, long-handled Clean any brush to clean sensors. contamination from Make sure brush is the paper sensors clean and dry

POWERSHRED C-525/C-525C

WARRANTY

Limited Warranty: Fellowes, Inc. (“Fellowes”) warrants the parts of the machine to where the shredder is initially sold. ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY, INCLUDING THAT OF be free of defects in material and workmanship and provides service and support for MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, IS HEREBY LIMITED IN 1 year from the date of purchase by the original consumer. Fellowes warrants the DURATION TO THE APPROPRIATE WARRANTY PERIOD SET FORTH ABOVE. In no event cutting blades of the machine to be free from defects in material and workmanship for shall Fellowes be liable for any consequential or incidental damages attributable to the lifetime of the shredder. If any part is found to be defective during the warranty this product. This warranty gives you specific legal rights. The duration, terms, and period, your sole and exclusive remedy will be repair or replacement, at Fellowes’ conditions of this warranty are valid worldwide, except where different limitations, option and expense, of the defective part. This warranty does not apply in cases of restrictions, or conditions may be required by local law. For more details or to obtain abuse, mishandling, or unauthorized repair. The user is responsible for any additional service under this warranty, please contact us or your dealer. costs incurred by Fellowes in servicing the paper shredder outside of the country

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